American Dynamics Excalibur 168 User manual

•Modular microprocessor-
based, high-density matrix
architecture
•Matrix sizes up to 168 video
inputs by 24 video outputs
•Looping video inputs
available via optional loop
panels
•User defined macros
•Recorder control (VCRs and
digital recorders)
•See through front panel for
LED diagnostics
•DC power supply backup
capability
•Provides fixed and variable-
speed pan/tilt and dome
control
•Optional multi-protocol
Control Code Module
•Integral video loss detection
•Windows®95/98 and NT®
4.0 based system setup
software
•Parallel printer port
•4096 Preset titles, 128
Alarm titles
•Integral color bar test
pattern
•Individual monitor tours
•64 system tours, 64 salvos
and 35 event timers
•Automatic alarm call-up of
up to 1024 alarm inputs
•System partitioning of
inputs, outputs, and
keyboards
•System priority levels and
user passwords
•25 alarm display/clearance
modes
•Eight flexible RS-232
inputs, expandable to 32
FEATURES
The MegaPower 168 Matrix Switcher/Controller
System is ideal for small to mid-size applications that
require high-end features and plug-and-play
capability. Mount the system; connect cameras,
monitors, and keyboards; and apply power. The
result is a complete functioning CCTV system.
Default performance parameters allow the
MegaPower 168 to be used the moment power-up
and self-check functions are completed. In addition
to the standard matrix switcher features offered with
our largest systems (such as macro control, recorder
control, choice of keyboards), the MegaPower 168
offers several innovative features.
The bays have been designed with a see through front
panel to allow the user to view the diagnostic LEDs
on each module. The front and the back of each
module is also colored coded so that modules can be
easily identified. On-screen text includes
identification of pre-programmed presets and alarm
events via a user defined title. Video loss detection is
standard on all video inputs. An on-board video
pattern-generator enables a color bar pattern to be
called to all monitors for consistent display
adjustment.
The MegaPower 168 is delivered as a pre-configured
one-bay system with a maximum size of 168 inputs
by 12 outputs, or as a two-bay system with a
maximum size of 168 inputs by 24 outputs. Eight
expandable RS-232 inputs are provided for the
connection of keyboards, alarm, or computing
devices. For convenience, a parallel printer port is
also provided. The Windows®based System Setup
Software, provided with the system, greatly simplifies
the process of customizing and archiving MegaPower
168 operational parameters.
MegaPower 168
MATRIX SWITCHER/CONTROLLER SYSTEM
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Flexible Configurations
Modular, high-density, pre-packaged systems in any combination of 12 video input
and 6 video output increments (up to a maximum system configuration of 168 video
inputs by 24 video outputs).
RS-232 Communications
Eight ports allow standard communication with keyboards, alarm interface units,
computers, etc. Each port is individually programmable for data rates of 300, 1200,
2400, 4800, 9.6k, 19.2k, or 38.4k baud. Each port can expand to four ports with
optional port expander. This expands the available RS-232 ports to a maximum of 32.
Selectable On-Screen Text
Each monitor can display the date/time, video input number, user-definable video
input or Preset title (16 characters), alarm title (48 characters), and monitor status.
Three date formats are provided: MM/DD/YY, DD/MM/YY, or YY/MM/DD. The on-
screen text uses white characters with black outline to optimize viewing on diverse
contrast scenes. For increased visibility, all alarm titles appear on a colored
background. The user can turn the following displays on and off: the video input
number and monitor status, the video input/Preset title, and the date/time. Text
controls include incremental horizontal/vertical positioning and display brightness—
all adjustable via the keyboard.
Macro Control
The system’s powerful macros allow each operator to customize his or her own
AD2088 workstation to perform a multitude of tasks via simple, easy to remember
keystrokes that are intuitive to that operator. Once macros have been programmed for
a keyboard, that set of macros is stored locally.
Each keyboard can be programmed differently to accommodate individual user
preferences, needs and requirements. Alternatively, a set of macros can also be
“copied” from one keyboard to another. Macros allow for unsurpassed ease of use,
even with the most complex and demanding installations.
Recorder Control
Users can control all of the standard recorder functions directly from any suitably
equipped keyboard — play, stop, pause, record, rewind, fast forward and eject — for
both VCRs and digital recorders.
Pseudo Camera Numbers
For each video input, users can assign a 4-digit number to replace the default video
input number. This can aid operators in identification, such as in the case of multiple
level buildings.
Monitor Tours
A Tour is comprised of a sequence of up to 64 camera switches. An operator can
define a Tour for any video output at any time. The same video input may be inserted
multiple times in the same tour. Tours can be run forward or in reverse. Video inputs
partitioned from a monitor are automatically skipped.
System Tours
Sixty-four tours of video inputs or salvos may be established for callup to monitors at
any time. Each tour provides 64 positions for insertion of video inputs—each with an
individual dwell time, a Preset and an auxiliary action. Tours can be run forward or in
reverse. They can include the same video input multiple times and/or multiple Presets
and Patterns from a single camera. Tours can be connected together to form
Sequences of more than 64 video inputs. Video inputs partitioned from a monitor are
automatically skipped.
Event Timers
There are 35 user-programmable times available. These times may be independently
designated for multiple days of the week to automatically call up Universal Tours to
video output(s). Event timers also enable you to activate and deactivate alarm contacts
based on time of day.
Salvo Switching
Salvo switching allows multiple video inputs to be called simultaneously to multiple
contiguous video outputs. Sixty-four individual groups (Salvos), consisting of up to
16 video inputs (each with a Preset, Pattern and/or an auxiliary action), can be called
either manually or as part of a System Tour.
Automatic Alarm Callup—1024 Alarm Inputs
Alarm inputs can be programmed to call any video input or group of video inputs to
any one or more video outputs. A Preset or Pattern and/or auxiliary action, and
individual dwell time when sequencing alarms, may be defined for each alarm input.
Any combination of 25 alarm display/clearance methods may be selected
independently for each video output.
Alarm Contact Tables
The 1024 alarm contacts can be associated to any video input or Salvo (each with a
Preset and/or auxiliary action). Ten monitor/contact association tables are available
for inclusion in the 35 event timers to activate/deactivate alarm inputs.
Alarm Display Modes
The alarm display mode is user-selectable for each video output.
•Hold: Displays initial alarm until cleared. Queues subsequent alarms.
•Sequence: Sequences multiple alarms with individual dwell times until cleared.
•Sequence and Display: Displays initial alarm on one video output until alarm is
cleared. Subsequent alarms are sequenced on the next video output (while they are
active).
•Block Hold: Alarms are displayed on blocks (groups) of contiguous video outputs.
A block may consist of up to16 contiguous monitors. Multiple blocks can be
defined.
•Block Sequence: Alarms are sequenced on blocks (groups) of contiguous video
outputs. A block may consist of up to 16 contiguous monitors. Multiple blocks can
be defined.
Alarm Clearance Methods
The alarm clearance method is user-selectable for each video output.
•Manual: Removes an alarm only after the alarm has been manually acknowledged
by an operator.
•Clear: Automatically removes an alarm approximately 20 seconds after the alarm
input deactivates (if the alarm has not already been manually acknowledged). As a
security measure, manual acknowledgment may be disabled.
•Instant Clear: Automatically removes an alarm when an input deactivates (if the
alarm has not already been manually acknowledged). As a security measure, manual
acknowledgment may be disabled.
Status Output
System status output, parallel printer port, and RS-232 ports may be programmed to
output both occurrence of and clearance of all alarm and video loss events, as well as
power status and monitor messages. An alarm event message includes date/time of
event, contact number, video input number, and alarm status. A video loss message
includes date/time, video input number, sync loss, and detection mode.
System Partitioning
System flexibility is further enhanced by defining authorized access to keyboards,
video inputs, and video outputs. System partitioning includes the following:
•Keyboard-to-Monitor Access: Restricts selected keyboards from accessing selected
video outputs.
•Monitor-to-Camera Access: Restricts selected video outputs from displaying
selected video inputs.
•Keyboard-to-Camera Access: Restricts selected keyboards from calling or
controlling selected video inputs.
•Keyboard-to-Camera Control Access: Allows viewing of, but restricts selected
keyboards from controlling remote functions at selected camera sites.
Password and Priority Operation
Keyboards or users can be assigned one of eight levels of priority control of remote
camera sites. Up to 64 user codes, each with a unique password, can be assigned to
operators. Access to certain system features may be restricted depending on a user’s
priority level.
Internal Video Loss Detection
Video loss is standard on all video inputs. Upon video loss, this feature automatically
brings up a blue screen video and can be configured to alert the operator through on-
screen (program monitor) and/or printer messages.
Integral Color Bar Test Pattern
The pattern generator enables you to ensure that all of your monitors are set for
consistent display attributes such as brightness and contrast.
On-Board Diagnostics
The system's built-in diagnostics allow the user to determine the status of the
system's internal components via LEDs which can be easily seen through the clear
panel of the bay front panel.
Redundant Power Supply Port
In the unlikely event of the unit power supply failing, the system will automatically
switch to a user supplied DC power supply source.
FEATURES

Central Processing Module (CPM)
An industry standard pSOS real-time operating system, running on a Motorola 68302
high speed 32-bit microprocessor, controls the entire switcher/controller system. It
includes eight RS-232 data ports (expandable to 32).
AD168CPM-PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Central Processing card
AD168CPM-BP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Central Processing card rear panel
Switching Bay
Up to 16 high density modules are accommodated in a single bay. The modules can be
comprised of up to 15 video input modules (VIMs), one or two video output modules
(VOMs), and an optional Control Code Module (CCM). The following table illustrates
the possible maximum configurations for full cross-point switching and gives the
number of bays that the system will occupy.
AD168EB-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Matrix expansion bay
Power Supply Module
Included in the switching bays, the power supply module supplies the system with
appropriate DC voltage levels. The rear panel provides BNCs for HIGH SPEED DATA
LINE input/output and external sync signal input/output. It also provides a DB25
connector for a parallel printer port, an RJ45 connector for internal ARCNET
input/output, and a removable terminal screw type connector for the redundant
power supply input.
AD168PSM-PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Power Supply card
AD168PSM-BP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Power Supply card rear panel
Note: 180° phase adjustable synchronization allows the installer to reference either
the AC line or external vertical sync pulse to facilitate roll-free vertical interval
switching. An on-screen setup mode enables the installer to match the power supply
phase to the camera phase.
Video Input Modules
The VIM card provides switching for a maximum of 12 video inputs to a maximum of
12 video outputs.
AD168VIM-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Input module, level 1 (one bay)
AD168VIM-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Input module, level 1 of 2 (two bays)
AD168VIM-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Input module, level 2 of 2 (two bays)
AD168VIM-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Input model for looping, level 1 or 2
(one/two bays)
AD168VIM-PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Input card
AD168VIM-BP1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VIM1 Input card rear panel
AD168VIM-BP2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VIM2 Input card rear panel
AD168VIM-BP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VIM3 Input card rear panel
AD168VIM-BP4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VIM4 Input card rear panel
AD168VOM Video Output Modules
The VOM card provides six video outputs per module. Each output provides on-
screen text generation.
AD168VOM-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Output module (NTSC)
AD168VOM-PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Output card (NTSC)
AD168VOM-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Output module (PAL)
AD168VOM-PC2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Output card (PAL)
AD168VIM-BP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Output card rear panel
AD168CCM Control Code Module (CCM)
The Control Code Module provides three AD Manchester code outputs, six SensorNet
outputs and one SEC RS-422 output.
AD168CCM-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Control code module
AD168CCM-PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Control code card
AD168CCM-BP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Control code card rear panel
The following table illustrates the possible maximum configurations for full cross-
point switching and gives the number of bays that the system will occupy.
S3 System Setup Software
For use with computers running Windows 95/98 and NT 4.0, the software provides
access to programming advanced system features, simplified system setup, archiving
and retrieval of setup data.
Uploading/downloading of system setups to the MegaPower 168 system, all via
RS-232, is included.
SYSTEM COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Video
Outputs
156
156
156
156
168
168
180
Video
Outputs
6
12
18
24
12
24
6
Control
Code
Modules
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
Number
of
Bays
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
AD2088, AD2088R, AD2088-1, AD2088R-1,
ADTTE
Full system keyboards allow for video switching, pan/tilt control, macro and recorder
control (AD2088 only), dome control, auxiliary control, macro control, recorder
control, and system programming. The keyboards support bi-directional
communication with the CPM via RS-232 ASCII commands.
AD1981, AD1981X Port Expander
Expands one RS-232 port on a system into four ports. This provides connections to
multiple system keyboards.
AD1691, AD1691F-1 Manchester Code
Distributor
The distributor interfaces with the matrix switcher/controller system via the
Manchester port to provide 64 Manchester code outputs for use by receiver/drivers
and suitably-equipped pan/tilts and domes.
AD2091, AD2091-1 Manchester Code
Generator/Distributor
Interfaces with the matrix switcher/controller system via HIGH SPEED DATA LINE
and provides 64 AD Manchester code outputs for use by receiver/drivers and suitably-
equipped pan/tilts and domes. Multiple units can be cascaded together.
AD2083-02B, AD2083-02B-1 SEC RS-422
Code Generator/Distributor
Interfaces with the matrix switcher/controller system via HIGH SPEED DATA LINE
and provides 16 SEC RS-422 outputs for use by suitably-equipped domes. Multiple
units can be cascaded together.
AD2096A, AD2096-1 Alarm Interface
Supervises up to 64 alarm inputs and provides RS-232 ASCII alarm commands to the
system. Alarm inputs can be programmed to call any video input, display any preset,
or to initiate any auxiliary action. Up to 16 units can be cascaded on a single RS-232
line.
AD2031, AD2031-1 Switcher Follower
Activates relays when designated video inputs are called to designated video outputs.
It interfaces with the matrix switcher/controller system and provides up to 32 Form
A relays, via HIGH SPEED DATA LINE, that can be grouped in series and addressed
to a single video output, or in two groups of 16 relays for two specific video outputs.
Multiple units can be cascaded together.
AD2032, AD2032-1 Alarm Responder
Activates relays when associated video outputs are in their alarming condition.
Interfaces with matrix switcher/controllers and provides up to 32 Form A relays via
HIGH SPEED DATA LINE. Multiple units can be cascaded together.
AD2033, AD2033-1 Auxiliary Follower
Activates relays when a specific auxiliary is triggered (either manually or
automatically) for an associated video input. Interfaces with matrix switcher/
controllers and provides up to 32 Form A relays via HIGH SPEED DATA LINE.
Multiple units can be cascaded together.
AD1983, AD1983X Code Converter
Converts Manchester code to two bytes of RS-232 control code for transmission on
standard RS-232 links. RS-232 receiver/drivers may be connected directly to the link
(a separate RS-232 distributor may be required), or a receiving AD1983 Code
Converter may be used to convert the signal back to Manchester code for use by
standard receiver/drivers.
Recorder Control Devices
The series of recorder control devices allow for remote control of VCRs and digital
recorders via the AD2088 Full System Keyboard. This enables users to have
integrated control of the most popular types of recorders.
•The AD100XA/AD100XA-1A Recorder Controller is the CPU of the recorder
interface network. Just one recorder controller can accommodate the entire
network, and it enables the programming of the various recorder control devices.
•The AD100IR16/AD100IR16-1A IR Interface Module controls any recorder that
has IR capability and is supplied with an IR remote (used to learn the IR
commands).
•The AD100RL8/AD100RL8-1 Resistive Ladder Module controls recorders that can
be controlled via resistive ladder.
•The AD100RS8/AD100RS8-1 RS-232 Module controls RS-232 VCRs and digital
recorders.

Model Numbers
Fully-configured, pre-packaged systems.
AD168R INPUTS-OUTPUTS
INPUTS in increments of 12 (up to 180)
In product code, insert “L” after quantity of inputs to designate looping
video. For example, AD168R48L-12 designates 48 looping video inputs and
12 video outputs.
OUTPUTS in increments of 6 (up to 24)
In product code, insert “C” after quantity of outputs to designate factory-
installed Control Code Module. For example, AD168R48-12C designates
48 video inputs and 12 video outputs with a factory installed CCM.
Operational
Bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 MHz
Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . .± 1.0 dB to 6 MHz
S/N Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-60 dB (Vp-p vs. Vrms noise)
Crosstalk
Adjacent Channels . . . . . . . . .-55 dB (at 3.58 MHz)
Input to Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-70 dB (at 3.58 MHz)
Differential Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . .± 1.0˚
Differential Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . .≤0.5˚
Differential Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . .≤1.5%
Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .≤2.0%
Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Unity ± 1 dB
Return Loss
(Input/Output) . . . . . . . . . . . . .≥40 dB
DC Level (Video Signal) . . . . . . . .0 Volts
Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Complete switching of crosspoint matrix
EIA RS-170 and NTSC, CCIR and PAL
Switching Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Less than 20 ms (typical)
Phase Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .180˚ vertical interval adjustment for
switching bay
Non-Volatile Memory . . . . . . . . .Setup information saved for a minimum
of five years
On-Screen Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Date/time, video input number, video
input or preset title (16 characters),
monitor status, alarm title (48 characters)
Character Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .English, French, German, Spanish,
Portuguese
Electrical
Supply Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90-264 V, 47-63 Hz (auto-sensing)
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . .180 watts maximum per bay
Redundant Supply Input . . . . . .+8 VDC @ 10A
-8 VDC @ 5A
Connections
Video Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.5 to 2.0 Vp-p, BNC composite
Video Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.0 Vp-p, BNC composite
RS-232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eight 8-Pin Modular RJ-45 jacks
(expandable) Optional Port Expander
extends each RS-232 port to four
(32 ports maximum)
RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One port through removable Eurostyle
terminal screw connector
Manchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Three ports through removable Eurostyle
terminal screw connectors
SensorNet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Six ports through removable Eurostyle
terminal screw connectors
Daisychain
Manchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 domes at a maximum distance of 1.5km
(5,000 ft) on one 18 AWG shielded twisted
pair (STP)
AMERICAN DYNAMICS MEGAPOWER 168 MATRIX SWITCHER/CONTROLLER SYSTEM
RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 domes at a maximum distance of 1.0
km (3,000 ft) on two 22 AWG shielded
twisted pairs (STP)
SensorNet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 devices at a maximum distance of 1.0
km (3,000 ft) on one 22 AWG unshielded
twisted pair (UTP)
AD High Speed Data Line . . . . . .One BNC connector
External Sync In/Out . . . . . . . . . .Two BNC connectors
Programming Monitor . . . . . . . .One BNC connector
ARCNET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One RJ-45 connector
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .One DB25 connector
Redundant Power Supply . . . . . .One pluggable Eurostyle terminal
screw connector
Mechanical
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 in EIA rack mount,
5-U high
Dimensions (H x W x D) . . . . . . .222 x 432 x 406 mm
(8.75 x 17 x 16 in)
Unit Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18.2 kg (40 lbs), fully loaded bay
Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Black
Environmental
Operating Temperature . . . . . . . .0˚ to 50˚ C (32˚ to 122˚ F)
Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature . . . . . . . . . .-40˚ to 70˚ C (-40˚ to 155˚ F)
Regulatory
Emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FCC Part 15, Subpart B Class A
CE: EN55022 Class B
Immunity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CE: EN50082-1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .UL1950
cUL: CSA C22.2 No. 950-95
CE: EN60950
SPECIFICATIONS
VS239-02 01/03 L
©2003 Sensormatic Electronics Corporation
Product specifications and availability subject to
change without notice.
Certain product names mentioned herein may be trade
names and/or registered trademarks of other companies.
SensorNet
Manchester
SEC RS-422
Level1 Level2
Dome or
PTZ
Dome or
PTZ
Dome or
PTZ
Code Distributor
Outputs
Outputs
AD High Speed
Data Line
168 Inputs
Camera
Keyboards
Parallel Printer
AD168
AD168
1...
...12
...
13...
...24
...
Digital
Video Recorder
Recorder Control
Devices
BASIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM