American Dynamics SensorRail IIIe ADRL3TRK Series User manual

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SensorRail™IIIE
ADRL3TRK Series
SpeedDome®Ultra Programmable
Dome on a Rail
Installation Guide
CAUTION: Only a certified installer is
authorized to install this equipment.
Installation by anyone else will void the
SensorRail warranty.
Contents
About this Guide ............................................................ 1
About the Product.......................................................... 1
Before You Begin........................................................... 3
Installation Steps ........................................................... 5
1. Install Threaded Rods ............................................ 5
2. Install PVC Holders ................................................ 6
3. Install Stirrups, Eyebolts, and Jointing Plates ........ 6
4. Install Rail Sections................................................ 7
5. Install Anti-Sway Cables ........................................ 8
6. Insert Copper Tracks
and Trolley Stop/Retrieval Tool.................................. 9
7. Install Optical Stop Labels.................................... 10
8. Install the PowerRail Module................................ 11
9. Install the Camera Trolley .................................... 12
10. Attach Light Reducing Sections ........................... 13
11. Clean the Rail ...................................................... 13
12. Check Electrical Connections .............................. 13
13. Configure the System .......................................... 14
14. Install the Cowling................................................ 15
15. Install End Covers................................................ 16
Ordering Parts ............................................................. 17
Specifications .............................................................. 20
Declarations................................................................. 21
Appendix A: RF link DIP switch settings .................... 32
Appendix B: Alternate RF antenna location ............... 32
Appendix C: AD SensorRail Control Utility................. 33
© 2006 Sensormatic Electronics Corporation
About this Guide
This guide explains how to install the SensorRail
IIIE system. It does not explain how to:
•Determine the exact mounting location of the
rail. This is determined by the customer’s needs
and the site’s ceiling structure.
•Program or operate the system. See SensorRail
IIIE User Guide 8200-0593-04 and SpeedDome
Ultra and AD Matrix User Guides.
•Service the system. See Service Guide
8200-0593-03.
If you need assistance...
Contact your certified support representative.
About the Product
The SensorRail IIIE system enables a SpeedDome
Ultra dome camera to transmit video as it moves
along a rail to the ideal surveillance position.
The system consists of:
•2.5m (8.2ft) rail sections (number determined by the
total length of the rail) with installation hardware
•A light-reducing section at each end of the rail
•Ceiling suspension assembly, which includes M8
threaded rods, ceiling attachment hardware (not
supplied), and mounting stirrups
•Copper tracks
•Camera trolley equipped with dome camera, RF
transmit antenna, and motor
•PowerRail module that supplies dc power to the
camera trolley, converts RS-422 data to RS-232 data
used by the trolley, and receives the video signal
from the dome camera
•Trolley stop and retrieval tool
•RF receive antenna.
IMPORTANT! At least two people are required to
install this product safely and efficiently. Follow all
procedures described in this guide explicitly. If
installation difficulties occur, call:
American Dynamics Technical Services
Toll Free 800-507-6268, Option 2
International: 561-912-6259, Option 2
In Europe:
Technical Services at EMEA AD Technical Support
+800 CALL TYCO or ([phone])
From the UK: 08701 238 787
Direct: [phone]

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Product Features
Vision area (for surveillance), dead zones (for stopping), and maintenance areas (for servicing)
Side Grooves (2)
for jointing plates
Top Grooves
for jointing plates
Cowling Grooves
Stop Groove
PVC Holder
Rolling Track (2)
Start End of Rail
Bracket Grooves (2)
for Rx Antenna
Vision Area
Vision Area + Two 1.5m (4.9ft) Dead Zones
Vision Area + Two 1.5m (5ft) Dead Zones +Two 30cm (1ft) Light Reduction Sections = Total Length of Rail
Total Length of Rail + Two 0.6m (2ft) Maintenance Areas
Rail
End Cover (2)
RF Rx Antenna
RF Tx Antenna
Camera Trolley
Dome Camera
Collector (4)
Mirrored
Cowling
Rail Section
Jointing Plate
(4 per section)
PVC Holder
w/copper tracks
M8 Threaded Rod
Stirrup
Optical Stop
Label (one at
each end of rail)
Light Reducer
(one at each
end of rail)
Optical Spot Label
(
one
p
er rail
)
Crisscrossed
Anti-Sway
Cables Every
15m (49.2ft)
PowerRail
Module
Start End of Rail
(see below)
M8 Locking Nut

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Before You Begin
IMPORTANT! Proper installation requires:
•Observing safety guidelines
•Analyzing the ceiling structure along the
proposed rail route
•Considering space needed to service the rail
•Considering space needed to install the
PowerRail module
•Considering distance to nearby lights to prevent
them from silhouetting the camera location
•Determining the location of ceiling suspension
assembly components, such as M8 threaded
rods and anti-sway cables
•Knowing parts supplied, parts to be purchased,
and tools and equipment required
•Understanding the installation process by
reading procedures in this guide in detail before
beginning installation.
Safety Guidelines
The rail system must conform with all applicable
Standards or Codes of Practice pertaining to the
country or state in which it is to be installed.
Specifically:
•Certified electricians (in accordance with local
regulations) must be used to install mains power
cabling and termination.
•Licensed machinery operators must be used
during installation of the system.
•A dedicated power circuit equipped with a 6A
breaker and 30mA differential must be allocated
to the system.
•Exposed and external cables must be placed in
conduit or sheathed in cable wrap.
Ceiling Irregularities
CAUTION: DO NOT mount the rail
directly to the ceiling. Irregular ceilings
can distort the rail and damage it as the
ceiling expands and contracts.
A Hilti MF C31/8 fast grip system and Hilti MQ-41
suspension bar (not supplied) may be required to
attach the rail to ceiling red iron.
Acoustic Tile Ceilings
WARNING! DO NOT mount the rail
structure directly to an acoustic tile
ceiling; it cannot support the weight.
Instead, extend threaded rods through
the tile to a rigid ceiling structure capable
of supporting the weight.
Space Requirements
Allow at least:
•60cm (24in) from the ends of the rail to vertical
surfaces, such as walls to enable the camera
trolley to be removed and serviced.
•50cm (20in) of vertical space above the rail to
install the PowerRail module.
•23cm (9in) from the rail to nearby lights
- Because lights can silhouette the dome
camera, making it visible to people below the
rail, factor in the installation height of the rail
to nearby lighting.
- Ensure the gap between the rail and the
lighting system is no more than 5cm (2in) to
reduce artifacts inside the cowling.
IMPORTANT! Installing the rail
perpendicular to a tube-type lighting system
may cause more artifacts than when it is
installed in parallel.
Lay Out the Structure on the Ground
Lay out the rail system on a piece of paper to
identify ceiling obstacles along the route, lighting
that can affect covert operation, and where to place
the anti-sway cables.
Anti-Sway Cable Locations
To prevent the rail from swaying, two anti-sway
cables angled out no more than 35° from vertical
are installed at each end of the rail. Additionally:
•For rails 9.1m (30ft) or less, one crisscrossed
anti-sway cable is installed at the center of the
rail.
•For rails 9.1m (30ft) or more, anti-sway
crisscrossed cables are installed vertical to the
rail every 15m (49.2ft) as required.
•If the last two crisscrossed anti-sway cables
cannot be separated by 15m (49.2ft), then
reduce spacing between all crisscrossed cables
to make them equidistant.

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Parts Supplied
Note: The number of parts supplied depends on
the length of the rail.
•Rail section package, which includes:
- 2.5m (8.2ft) straight rail sections
- 2.5m (8.2ft) PVC holders
- Stirrups, 1 per rail section
- Jointing plates, 4 per rail section
- Screws for jointing plates.
•Rail accessories package, which includes:
- End covers (2) with attachment hardware
- Springs for service stop blocks (2)
- Stop screws (2)
- Nylon service blocks for mechanical stops
and trolley retrieval (2)
- Optical stop strip (1 roll)
•Light reduction kit
- 30cm (11.8in) section w/top hat cover (2).
•Trolley package
- Camera trolley with 2.4GHz RF transceiver,
CPU, SpeedDome Ultra dome camera, and
motor
- PowerRail 90–240Vac (50/60Hz) to 27Vdc
power supply with RS-422 to RS-232
connections, 2.4GHz receiver, PAL.
•Cowling package
•Copper tracks package
- Wheels to hold copper tracks
- Support structure for wheels
- Service trolley
- Steering wheel to retrieve copper tracks for
servicing.
Note: The tool used to install copper tracks is
not supplied with the system.
Parts to be Purchased Separately
•M8 threaded rods and related hardware, and
ceiling connection assemblies
•3.3mm (1/8in) cable (as needed), steel
galvanized 7x19 strands, minimum working load
limit 680kg (1500 lbs)
•8mm (5/16in) galvanized eyebolts, 317kg
(700 lbs) minimum working load limit
•U-bolt clamps and wire thimbles for 3.3mm
(1/8in) cable
•9.6mm (3/8in) minimum size diameter jaw & jaw
turnbuckles, 544kg (1200 lbs) break strength,
362kg (800 lbs) minimum working load limit
•SensorNet-to-RS422 code converter for VM16,
VM32 and MegaPower LT video controllers, if
used. The AD1024 matrix switcher requires a
2083 converter.
Tools and Equipment Required
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•Hilti PR-15 rotating laser leveling device
•60cm (2ft) bubble level
•String line
•Battery-powered drill, ½-inch
•Metric screwdrivers and Allen wrenches
•M13 open wrench
•0.1–5mm feeler gauge set
•Common hand tools, such hammers, cutters,
and pliers
•Copper track installation/retrieval tool
•Torque wrench
•Soldering iron
•Laptop with AD SensorRail Control application
installed and a serial port or USB-to-serial port
•Protective gloves (surgical or cotton type)
•Protective eyewear
•Plastic card similar to a credit card
•Ruler
•Cleaning pads and tissues (for fingerprint
removal upon completion).

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Installation Steps
The following step numbers refer to pull-out
drawings at the end of this document.
CAUTION: Perform all steps carefully
and methodically. DO NOT skip steps!
1. Install threaded rods
2. Install PVC holders
3. Install stirrups, eyebolts, and jointing plates
4. Install rail sections
5. Install anti-sway cables
6. Insert copper tracks and
trolley stop/retrieval tool
7. Install optical stop strips
8. Install PowerRail module
9. Install camera trolley (complete trolley
stop/retrieval tool assembly)
10. Attach light reducing sections
11. Clean rail
12. Check electrical connections
13. Configure system
14. Install cowling
15. Install end covers.
Installation Requires a
Laser Leveling Device
A Hilti PR-15 rotating laser leveling device is used
to level the rail during installation. Set the beam to
intersect with a prominent horizontal feature on the
rail.
WARNING! Wear protective eyewear
when using a laser leveling device. Refer
to the device manufacturer’s instructions
for additional safety precautions.
1. Install Threaded Rods
Threaded rods secure the rail system to the ceiling.
Each rod attaches to the ceiling using one of the
following methods:
- Direct into the ceiling
- To red iron ceiling supports using a “fast grip”
system such as a HILTI MF C31/8
- To a suspension bar such as a HILTI MQ-41
between red iron when ceiling supports are
spaced more then 2.5m (8.2ft) apart.
The bottom of each rod attaches to a stirrup at the
top of the rail section.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•Hilti PR-15 rotating laser leveling device
•String line
•M8 threaded rods (one per rail section)
•Saw (to cut rods)
•M8 nuts (one per rod).
Procedure
Note: Observe space requirements (page 3).
A. Run a string line.
•Centered along the rail route
•10cm (4in) higher than the top of the rail.
Tack the string in place.
B. Install the first threaded rod.
Each rod supports a rail section at its center.
Install the first rod 1.25m (5.1ft) from where the
first 2.5m rail section is to start.
C. Install subsequent threaded rods.
From the first rod, install subsequent rods every
2.5m (8.2ft) along the string line to the point
where the last rail section will be located.
D. Thread nuts.
On each rod, thread a nut up until its bottom
touches the string line and 5cm (2in) of rod is
below the nut.
E. Saw off any extra rod length beyond 5cm
(2in). Do not use a cutter.

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2. Install PVC Holders
PVC holders carry copper strips that the trolley
uses to get power and send and receive data.
These holders lie underneath the top surface of the
rail.
IMPORTANT!
•Looking into the START END of the rail,
notches for the PVC holder and the stop groove
must be on the left side of the rail. See the
figure on page 2 for these items.
•Each PVC holder has notch running along one
side of it. Ensure the notch is adjacent to the
stop groove in each rail.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•PVC Holders (one per rail section)
•Saw to cut PVC holder
•M6 self-tapping screw.
Procedure
A. For first and last rail sections only.
- Cut PVC holder. Cut a PVC holder in half.
Then cut one of the halves 5cm shorter than
the other.
- Insert half PVC holder that is 5cm shorter.
With the notch in the side of the PVC holder
adjacent to the stop groove, insert the PVC
holder into the rail until it is 5cm (2in) from
the start end of the rail.
- Install self-tapping screw. Install a self-
tapping screw 5cm (2in) from the start end of
the rail (where shown) to prevent the trolley
from shifting the PVC holder out of the rail.
B. For all other rail sections.
With the notch in the side of the PVC holder
adjacent to the stop groove, slide the PVC
holder halfway into the rail.
Note: The other half of the holder will remain
outside the rail. This half will insert into the next
rail section.
3. Install Stirrups, Eyebolts, and
Jointing Plates
•A stirrup is required to mount each section to
the threaded rod above.
•Four jointing plates are required to attach it to
the previous rail section.
•Eyebolts are attached in pairs to the top
grooves in the overall rail to attach “anti-sway”
cables, as required.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•2.5m (8.2ft) rail sections
•Stirrup (one per rail section)
•Eyebolts for stabilization cables (as required)
•Jointing plate and associated hardware
(four per rail section).
Procedure
A. Install stirrups.
Slide a stirrup along grooves in the top of the
each rail section until it reaches the middle of
the section.
CAUTION: Pull and wiggle the stirrup
to ensure it does not come out. If it
does, replace the stirrup, and send the
defective stirrup to Technical Support.
B. Install eyebolts for anti-sway cables.
Thread nuts on cable eyebolts. Then slide a pair
of eyebolt/nut assemblies into grooves in the
top of the appropriate rail sections, and move
them to positions determined for anti-sway
cables during planning (see “Anti-Sway Cable
Locations” on page 3). Tighten eyebolts to
secure them in place.
C. Prepare jointing plates (four per rail section).
Install the two large Allen screws in the outside
holes. Install the two smaller Allen screws in the
inside holes.
D. Install jointing plates.
1. Slide one of the four plates halfway into the
outer grooves of each rail section, and hand-
tighten its outside screw against the rail.
2. Slide the remaining plates all the way into
their grooves. Keep them loose.

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4. Install Rail Sections
Rail sections connect end-to-end to create the
camera route. Repeat this procedure for each rail
section until the total rail is complete, as straight as
possible, and uniformly butted.
Note:
•The rail should look straight, but does not have
to be precisely straight.
•TAKE YOUR TIME aligning rail segments.
Cumulative misalignment can cause a
noticeable curve in the rail.
•A single rail section attached to a threaded rod
will sway, making subsequent rail installation
difficult. Therefore, for ease of installation, the
first two rail sections are joined on the ground
BEFORE they are attached to the rods.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•Hilti PR-15 rotating laser leveling device
•2.5m rail sections required to complete rail
•M8 locking nuts (one per rail section).
Procedure
A. Join two rail sections on the ground.
1. Uniformly butt the rail sections together by
sliding the mating groove of one section over
the protruding jointing plate of the other.
There should be no space between the two
sections. Also, each exposed PVC holder
should insert into the adjacent rail section.
2. Center the loose jointing plates over the joint
and hand-tighten the outside screws of all
plates.
B. Attach the rail sections to the threaded rods.
1. Using the scissor lift, raise the sections until
the rods just touch the holes of each stirrup.
2. CAREFULLY raise sections further until the
rods enter the holes in the stirrups and the
top of the stirrups are butted against the nuts
on the rods.
3. Secure each rail section to the rod using a
Nylon stop nut. DO NOT tighten the nut.
C. Level the rail sections.
1. Level sections by adjusting the two center
screws in the top jointing plates.
2. At the joint, check the top surface of the
rolling track within the rail for misalignment
that can cause the camera trolley to vibrate.
3. Once leveled, tighten the stop nuts under the
stirrups.
D. Straighten the rail sections.
1. Place the laser leveling device in horizontal
mode, and run the beam along the rail.
2. Measure the gap between the beam and the
side of the rail; it should not be more than
1cm (0.4in). If the gap is greater than 1cm,
repeat step C.
BE CAREFUL. Maximum joint gap cannot
exceed 0.4mm (0.016in). Use a feeler gauge
to verify.
3. If necessary, straighten sections by adjusting
the two center screws in the side jointing
plates.
Note:
•The rail should look as straight as possible,
but does not have to be precisely straight.
However, how straight and level the sections
are IS IMPORTANT because they determine
how straight the finished rail will be.
•Despite efforts, the rail can bend up to 10cm
(4in) from one end to the other due to the
cutting tolerance of the aluminum (0.2mm).
E. Attach each subsequent 2.5m rail section to
the rail.
1. Using the scissor lift, raise the next rail until it
aligns with the previous section and the top
of the stirrup is against the nut on the rod.
2. Repeat steps B–D.

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5. Install Anti-Sway Cables
The single row of threaded rods can cause the rail
to potentially swing. To prevent this:
•Install two anti-sway cables at each end of the
rail.
CAUTION:
- Locate landing points in the ceiling
structure that do not allow the
cable to angle more than 35° from
vertical in any direction.
- Cables must meet all safety and
regulatory guidelines.
•Install crisscrossed cables as determined during
the planning stage (see page 3).
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•Unistrut I-beam clamps rated for 294.8kg (650
lbs) using 5/16in rod or M8
•3.3mm (1/8in) cable, steel galvanized 7x19
strands, 680kg (1500 lbs) minimum working
load limit
•8mm (5/16in) diameter galvanized eyebolts;
shoulder lifting eyes smaller length threads,
317kg (700 lbs) minimum working load limit
•U-bolt clamps, wire thimbles for 1/8-inch cable
•9.6mm (3/8in) diameter jaw & jaw turnbuckles;
544kg (1200 lbs) break strength, 362kg (800
lbs) working load limit.
Procedure
At the ceiling:
A. Install I-beam clamps on the side of the
beam opposite the cable pull direction.
B. Thread an eyebolt into the beam clamp
where the rod would normally go.
C. Insert a cable thimble into each eyebolt.
D. Loop the cable around the thimble and
secure it using two U-bolts.
CAUTION: Note the right way to
secure the cable for maximum
strength. Minimum cable turnback is
82mm (3.25in).
At the rail:
E. Attach a turnbuckle to each eyebolt.
F. Insert a cable thimble into the unused jaw of
each turnbuckle.
G. Loop each cable around its respective
thimble and secure it using two U-bolts.
CAUTION: Note the right way to
secure the cable for maximum
strength. Minimum cable turnback is
82mm (3.25in).
Ensure cables are taut by tightening each
turnbuckle to 1.4–2kg-meters (3–4.5ft-lbs) with
a torque wrench.

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6. Insert Copper Tracks and
Trolley Stop/Retrieval Tool
Four copper tracks feed 27Vdc power and RS-232
data to the camera trolley. A track installation/
retrieval tool (supplied separately) is used to insert
copper tracks and can be used to retrieve copper
tracks for servicing.
Note: During this step, a trolley stop/retrieval
assembly is inserted and pulled into position.
CAUTION: Ensure copper tracks are not
bent or wavy when they are inserted into
the PVC holder. Bends or waves make
installation difficult and will affect
operation of the camera trolley.
Tools and Equipment Required for this
Operation
•Cutter, pliers
•Copper track
•Soldering iron
•Track installation/retrieval tool
(supplied separately)
•Trolley stop/retrieval assembly consisting of
1 service block, 1 spring, 1 M8 screw with nut,
and strapping tape.
Procedure
A. Install a spring and screw into the stop
groove at the end of the rail.
Insert the spring into the end of the rail. Then
thread an M8 nut on the screw. Install the screw
5cm (2in) from the end of the rail and tighten.
B. Attach strapping tape to a service block and
insert it into the stop groove at the start end
of the rail.
1. Fold the strapping tape 1.9cm (.75in) back
on itself. Then make a small hole in the
folded section using a soldering iron.
CAUTION: DO NOT punch a hole in
the tape; the material will break! Use
a soldering iron instead.
2. Remove the M3 screw from the service
block, and insert it through the hole in the
folded section of tape and into the block.
3. Tighten the screw to secure the tape.
4. Insert the service block with the tape
attached. Ensure the tape faces the start end
of the rail.
C. Insert the service trolley “handle first” into
the rail.
D. Assemble the reel that holds the rolls of
copper track.
1. Lay out the five supplied wheels on the
ground and insert six screws in one of the
wheels.
2. Place a copper roll on the wheel with the six
screws; then place another wheel on top of
the roll.
CAUTION: To prevent the copper
strip from unraveling from the roll,
DO NOT remove the tie wrap until
roll is clamped between two
wheels.
3. Repeat step 2 above for the next three rolls.
Use the fifth wheel and five bolts supplied to
clamp all the wheels together.
5. Bolt left and right axles to the wheels using
six bolts per axle. Ends of axles are marked
“L” for left and “R” for right.
E. Assemble the support structure that holds
the copper reel.
F. Insert the support structure into the starting
end of the rail.
Insert the structure into the grooves in the side
of the rail, and tighten it in place using the four
screws.
G. Place the copper reel onto the support
structure.
Place the left and right axles of the wheel
assembly into the slots of the support structure
and lock the axles in place. Looking into the
beginning of the rail, the left axle faces left.
H. Insert the copper track, and pull the tape to
the end of the rail.
1. Insert each copper strip into its respective
slot in the PVC holder.
2. Roll the service trolley over to the strips until
its four pins align with grab holes in the
copper tracks. Then shift the pins up against
the PVC and tighten them in place using the
two screws on the side of the trolley.
3. Temporarily insert the second service
block—slit first—into the stop groove to hold
the tape in place at the start end of the rail.

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4. Pull the trolley along the entire rail until the
trolley and copper tracks exit the other end
of the rail.
IMPORTANT! While pulling the service
trolley, hand push the service block with the
tape attached to where it touches the spring
at the end of the rail. Remember, the tape
must face the start of the rail.
5. Detach the copper tracks from the trolley.
6. Cut the tape approximately 50cm (19.7in)
beyond the rail. This excess will be used as
a pull to manually retrieve the trolley if
control of the trolley is lost.
Note: DO NOT pull the tape; it can move the
stop block at the other end of the rail.
I. Bend excess copper at both ends of the rail.
1. Cut off excess track leaving 2cm (.8in) of
copper track out of the PVC holder at the
START and END of the rail.
2. At the start end of the rail, bend excess
copper track over the PVC holder to make
an “S” shape that will be used to connect
power and data crimp connectors.
WARNING! Ensure copper tracks
do not touch each other or any
part of the aluminum structure.
J. At the end of the rail, bend the excess
copper track over the PVC holder.
K. Remove the copper track installation/
retrieval tool from the rail.
7. Install Optical Stop Labels
Optical stop labels affix inside the rail nearest the
PVC holder to enable the trolley to recognize the
beginning and end of its route.
WARNING! Beginning and end optical
stop label locations are different.
Incorrect label application can cause a
hazardous situation.
WARNING! Stop labels are made of
special tape that enables the optical
sensor in the trolley to work. Do not use
any other tape.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•Roll of label tape (1) cut into three equal 2.5m
pieces.
Procedure
A. Affix the beginning stop label.
1. Cut 10cm (3.9in) from the length of the
beginning stop label.
2. Place this label above and adjacent to the
raised line in the first rail section.
Note: Keep the end of the label flush with
the start end of the rail. The other end of the
label should end 5cm (12.7in) from the spot
label.
B. Affix the two end stop labels.
These labels must:
•Be affixed adjacent to the raised line in the
last rail section; one above the line, the other
below it.
•Overlap the last rail junction by 3mm.
C. Remove the spot label ONLY from the last
rail section.
Note: A spot label is applied during
manufacture at the end of each rail. If a spot
label is missing or improperly placed on any of
the rails, call Technical Support to report the
problem. Meanwhile, cut a new spot label the
same size as the old one from the roll of label
tape. Place the new label where the old one
should be.

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8. Install the PowerRail Module
The PowerRail module:
•Converts RS-422 signals from the video
controller to RS-232 signals.
•Sends and receives RS-232 signals from the
camera trolley
•Receives video from the camera trolley and
sends it to the video controller for display on a
monitor.
The module mounts to the top of the first rail
section.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•PowerRail module
•Power, data, and RF antenna cables
•Crimp connectors.
Procedure
A. Bolt the module to the rail.
45cm (17.7in) from the start end of the rail,
secure the module to the top of the rail using
four plastic screws, washers and M8 nuts
installed in the top grooves of the rail. Ensure
the RF cable from the module reaches the
intended antenna mounting site within the rail.
B. Connect power from the module to the rail.
Attach one end of the 27Vdc and ground wires
to the module, and crimp their other end to the
rail. Ensure wires are long enough to reach the
copper tracks without stretching.
C. Connect data from the module to the rail.
Attach one end of the Tx (RS-232 data) and Rx
(RS-232 data) wires to the module and crimp
their other end to the rail. Ensure wires are long
enough to reach the copper tracks without
stretching.
D. Connect RS-422 data from the video
controller to the module.
Matrix
RS-422
PowerRail
RS-422
TX+ goes to RX+
TX– goes to RX–
RX+ goes to TX+
RX– goes to TX–
E. Connect the RF antenna cable.
Connect the SMA cable to the PowerRail
module; and then run the cable from the
PowerRail module to the location for the RF
receiving antenna.
F. Connect AC to the module.
Have a certified electrician connect the
PowerRail module to the ac power source.
Ensure the power switch on the module is in the
off position.

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9. Install the Camera Trolley
As the camera trolley moves along the rail, it
transmits video and camera data to the PowerRail
module, which sends them to a monitor via a video
controller. Four sliding collectors on the trolley
transfer power and data to the rail.
Note: The four sliding collectors compensate for
linearity differences that may occur along the rail.
Two sliding collectors are at each end of the trolley.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•Camera trolley
•Bracket and associated hardware for RF
receiving antenna
•Attenuator for the RF transmitting antenna
•RF receiving antenna.
Procedure
A. Prepare the dome camera.
1. Detach the dome camera from the trolley,
but do not detach the cables.
2. Gently remove the lens from the dome
camera’s slot cover.
a. Gently swivel the eyeball of the dome
camera to totally expose one of two slot
covers.
CAUTION: Swiveling fast can
damage gears.
b. Insert a small, thin-bladed screwdriver
into the space between the cover and
the eyeball.
c. Gently pry off the slot cover containing
the lens.
d. Pop the lens from the slot cover, and
snap the cover back onto the eyeball.
3. The camera’s address is preset to “1”. Set
the required address for the rail.
4. Insert the dome back into the mounting
base, and twist it to lock it in place.
IMPORTANT! Ensure wires are not caught
in the latching mechanism before locking the
dome in place.
B. Remove the service block at the start end of
the rail holding the tape in place and slide
the camera trolley onto the rail.
With its antenna facing the starting end of the
rail, carefully insert the trolley wheels onto the
rolling track, and roll the trolley about 1m (3.3ft)
down the rail.
C. Install the RF receiving antenna.
1. Insert the plastic bracket supplied with the
antenna into the rail where shown and about
15cm (6in) from the start end.
Note: To enable transmit and receive
antennas to align with each other, bracket
holes used to mount the antenna must be
closer to the left side of the rail when viewed
from the start end.
2. Attach the RF receiving antenna to the
plastic bracket using two screws. Align the
antenna so it is directly facing the receiving
antenna on the trolley.
3. An RF attenuator matched to the rail length
is attached to the transmitting antenna. If the
rail length is different, change the RF
attenuator according to the table below.
CAUTION: The attenuator is
required to comply with the CE
regulation.
Rail Distance RF Attenuator
10–45m 30dB
50–75m 20dB
75–100m 10dB or 15dB
4. Connect the SMA cable from the PowerRail
module to the antenna.
D. Install the trolley stop assembly.
1. Thread two M8 nuts onto the stop screw.
2. At the start end of the rail, slip the second
service block, a spring, and a stop screw
(with nuts) into the stop groove and under
the strapping tape.
3. With the stop screw 5cm (2in) from the start
of the rail and its tip 3mm (0.12in) from the
top of the groove, tighten the stop screw.
4. Ensure that each block is lightly pushing the
spring against the stop screw, and the
strapping tape exits 50cm (19.7in) beyond
the rail.

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10. Attach Light Reducing
Sections
Light reducing sections are not used by the camera
trolley, but rather to reduce light that can enter the
cowling from the ends of the rail. A light reducing
section attaches to each end of the rail.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•30cm (11.8in) light reducing section with
top hat (2).
Procedure
A. Join a light reducing section to the start of
the rail.
1. To allow for installation of the end covers,
the top hat must be shifted so it lies slightly
over the first rail section. To facilitate this—in
the top jointing plates—insert the small Allen
screws into the large Allen screw holes that
lie over the light reducing section and place
the two large Allen screws aside for later
use.
2. Uniformly butt a light reducing section to the
rail by sliding the mating groove of that
section over the protruding jointing plate. No
space should be between the two sections.
3. Center the jointing plates over the joint and
hand-tighten the outside screws of all plates.
4. Secure the top hat to the light reducing
section by inserting screws and nuts through
holes in the top hat flange that faces the end
of the rail, and use the two large Allen
screws to secure the other end of the top hat
to the two top jointing plates.
5. Tuck any excess tape into the space within
the light reducing section at the start end of
the rail.
B. Repeat step A to attach the other light
reducing section to the end of the rail.
11. Clean the Rail
The rail is sensitive to fingerprints. To clean the
rail, use a tissue soaked with window glass cleaner
or use a window glass cleaning pad.
12. Check Electrical Connections
Ensure electrical connections from the PowerRail
module to the track and antenna are correct. Verify
that the copper tracks do not touch each other at
the ends of the rail or touch the structure.

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13. Configure the System
Equipment Required for this Operation
•Laptop
•AD SensorRail Control application.
Procedure
A. Power up the rail.
Flip the main switch located on the PowerRail
module. The trolley will move approximately 3m
(9.8ft) down the rail, and then back to the home
position approximately 1m (3.3ft) inside the
optical stops.
Note: If the trolley does not move, check the
electrical connections.
B. Configure the system.
Note: Depending on the trolley configuration,
movement along the rail is achieved using IRIS
or FOCUS keys on the Touch Tracker®
controller or AD Keyboard. For example:
- Press on IRIS open (or FOCUS near) to
move the trolley forward.
- Press on IRIS close (or FOCUS far) to move
the trolley backward.
The Dome AUTO-FOCUS mode is still available
(by simultaneously pressing IRIS close and IRIS
open).
IMPORTANT! The dome camera’s movement
along the rail prevents the following features
from working effectively:
- Privacy zones
- Direction indicators
- Freeze frame
- Home position.
On your laptop computer, use the AD SensorRail
Control configurator screen (shown above) to test
the trolley and dome camera functions. Also, check
the entire rail for joint alignment.
To initiate the trolley for the first time:
1. Connect a DB25 to DB9 communication cable
between the laptop and the PowerRail module.
A standard crossed serial cable, wired as
shown, is required (see figure on page 31).
2. In the Power Rail module, move jumpers ST3
and ST4 to the PC position (see figure on page
31).
3. Launch the configurator application. When the
configurator screen appears, select the dome
camera address, and then press SET. For
example, if the dome address for the trolley is 9,
all commands will go to dome 9.
4. Click the CALIBRATE RAIL button on the
configurator to have the trolley learn the rail
length.
5. Using the configurator and a portable video
monitor, move the trolley along the rail to
expose possible issues, such as poor video or
trolley homing.
Note: If RF interference is causing video
problems, try an alternate DIP switch selection
on the PowerRail. See Appendix A.
Note: If RF holes are causing video problems,
adjust the receiving antenna’s angle and inner
position for the best compromise. If RF holes
still exist, try attaching the antenna externally to
the start end of the rail using the extension
brackets supplied. See Appendix B.

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6. Note the trolley mileage by doubleclicking the
Output 2 LED at the bottom of the screen. The
monitor temporarily displays the software
version and mileage in kilometers.
Note: Ensure rail calibration displays the correct
rail length in meters. If not, repeat this step. If
the rail length is still not correct, ensure the spot
LED on the trolley circuit board lights every time
it passes a spot label. If the LED does not light,
clean the optical encoders on the circuit board,
and if this does not work, call Technical
Support.
7. In the Matrix section, select the matrix switcher
to be used by clicking the appropriate choice.
8. In the Rail Control section, select the controller
or keyboard key that will control the trolley by
clicking “Iris” or “Focus”.
9. Check all functions (especially presets and
patterns management if validated during
installation).
10. Check optical stop detection (see CAUTION
below). The dome can be oriented to see the
function LEDs on the CPU board.
CAUTION: Do not run the trolley at full
speed in case of detection failure.
11. Check the RS-422 data in and out LEDs on the
trolley CPU board. These LED’s can be seen
from the dome.
12. Note all failures.
14. Install the Cowling
Mirrored cowling is used to conceal the location of
the camera trolley. Grooves in the lower part of the
rail are used to secure the cowling.
Note: The cowling is scored 10mm (0.4in) from its
edges to enable the edges to fold toward its
mirrored side. The fold allows the cowling to secure
to the rail grooves.
Note: This is a two person job.
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required for
this Operation
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•Cowling roll
•Plastic card similar to a credit card (do not use
your personal credit card)
•Ruler and cutter
•Soft white gloves.
Procedure
With you and your helper wearing soft white
gloves:
A. Bend the long edges of the cowling toward
the mirrored side.
B. Secure the cowling.
Have your helper hold the cowling roll just under
the lower part of the structure with its mirrored
side facing down. Then using a flat plastic card,
SLOWLY and CAREFULLY insert one end of
the cowling into the groove until it is completely
secured in the rail.
CAUTION: Ensure ends of the
cowling at the start end of the rail are
even when curved to fit in the
grooves. If not, the cowling will not
align with the grooves as you insert it.
C. Repeat Step B to insert the other end of the
cowling into the opposite groove.
Note: Bends and waves may appear in the
cowling. These will disappear once the cowling
is completely secured.
D. Remove excess cowling.
Use a ruler and cutter to cut off excess cowling
at each end of the rail.
Trolley CPU Board
Yellow LED:
CaptA
Rail end optical
strips detection
Green LED: 5V
5V power on the
CPU board
Green LED:
CaptB 2.5m
Spots detection
Red LED:Def1
Power default
LED Def1+Def2:
CPU in boot
mode (no
firmware
loaded)
Yellow LED:
TX Rail
Yellow LED:
TX Rail
Red LED: Def2
Speed Default
(Trolley speed
close to zero)
LED Def1+Def2:
CPU in boot mode
(no firmware
loaded)
Yellow LED:
TX Rail
Yellow LED:
TX Rail

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15. Install End Covers
Tools, Equipment, and Parts Required
•Proper lift equipment (scissor lift with extended
work platform is recommended)
•End covers (2)
•Cover screws (8).
Install an end cover to each end of the rail using
four Phillips-head screws each.
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.

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Ordering Parts
PowerRail
ADRL3PWRLP SensorRail III, PowerRail complete 27Vdc, with RF Receiver, antenna PAL
ADRL3PWROP SensorRail III, PowerRail only 27Vdc, PAL
ADRL3PWRRECP SensorRail III, PowerRail, RF receiver 2,4GHz, PAL
ADRL3PWRANTP SensorRail III, PowerRail, RF receiver antenna 2,4GHz, PAL
ADRL3PWRR58P SensorRail III, PowerRail, RF receiver 5,8GHz, PAL
ADRL3PWRA58P SensorRail III, RF antenna receiver 5,8GHz, PAL
Product Code Description
Trolley
ADRL3EVCUPE SensorRail III, fully equipped trolley, with 2.4GHz HF transmitter, Dome VII, PAL
ADRL3WHEELSP SensorRail III, 4 trolley wheels, universal
ADRL3DRVSYSP SensorRail III, driving system, with pressure roller, mount, universal
ADRL3MOTORP SensorRail III, motor, universal
ADRL3DRVACCP SensorRail III, driving system accessories, with gear & belt, universal
ADRL3CMF25U (OBS) SensorRail III, sliding contact, universal
ADRL3CPUU SensorRail III, CPU board, PAL
ADRL3RFT24P SensorRail III, RF link, transmitter 2,4GHz, PAL
ADRL3ATEN24U SensorRail III, RF transmitter antennas 2,4GHz , PAL
ADRL3RFT58P SensorRail III, RF transmitter 5,8GHz, PAL
ADRL3ATEN58U SensorRail III, PowerRail, RF antenna transmitter 5,8GHz, PAL
KST25 Set of 4 copper/graphite collectors
KST25DC SensorRail 3 dust collector kit
KST25-BRKFR Bracket for the SensorRail KST25 collectors front 3 bends
KST25-BRKR Bracket for the SensorRail KST25 collectors rear 2 bends
ADRL3RXBRK Rx antenna black plastic kit with screws
ADRLCIT SR3 copper install tool
ADRLEST SR3 end stop/strap tool
ADRLSTBL100 Strapping tape black, 100m (328.1ft)
ADSMA10DB SR3 RF attenuator 10dB Tx Ant
ADSMA15DB SR3 RF attenuator 15dB Tx Ant
ADSMA20DB SR3 RF attenuator 20dB Tx Ant
ADSMA30DB SR3 RF attenuator 30dB Tx Ant
ADRL3ESWCU AD SensorRail control utility version 1.0 (available from Tech Support only)

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Product Code Description
Rail
ADRL3TRACKU SensorRail III, full rail 5m (16,4ft), with PVC holder, 4 jointing plates, 2 stirrups
ADRL3TRACK5U SensorRail III, rail only 2,5m x 2, with 4 jointing plates, 18 screws, universal
ADRL3FE901U SensorRail III, PVC holder 2,5m x 2, universal
ADRL3ETRIERU SensorRail III, 2 stirrups, universal
ADRL3RESORTU SensorRail III, C125-180-360, 4 springs, universal
ADRL31350U SensorRail III, 2 N°1350, universal
ADRL3OPTICU SensorRail III, optical strip (7,5 meters), universal
ADRL3UNVI55U SensorRail III, copper, VA860/8-55, universal
ADRL3UNVI90U SensorRail III, copper, VA860/8-90, universal
ADRL3UNVI100U SensorRail III, copper, length >100m, universal
SR3-END-COVER SensorRail III NEW end covers and accessories
ADRL3ECB SR3E end cover black plastic kit
ADRLEST SR3 end stop/strap tool
ADRLSTBL100 Strapping tape black, 100m (328.1ft)
ADRL3-AUX-BRK Aux bracket kit stirrup
Copper Track
ADRL3CUI10U SensorRail III, copper tracks 10m (32,81ft), 4 rolls of 10m, universal
ADRL3CUI15U SensorRail III, copper tracks 15m (49,21ft), 4 rolls of 15m, universal
ADRL3CUI20U SensorRail III, copper tracks 20m (65,62ft), 4 rolls of 20m, universal
ADRL3CUI25U SensorRail III, copper tracks 25m (82,02ft), 4 rolls of 25m, universal
ADRL3CUI30U SensorRail III, copper tracks 30m (98,43ft), 4 rolls of 30m, universal
ADRL3CUI35U SensorRail III, copper tracks 35m (114,83ft), 4 rolls of 35m, universal
ADRL3CUI40U SensorRail III, copper tracks 40m (131,23ft), 4 rolls of 40m, universal
ADRL3CUI45U SensorRail III, copper tracks 45m (147,64ft), 4 rolls of 45m, universal
ADRL3CUI50U SensorRail III, copper tracks 50m (164,04ft), 4 rolls of 50m, universal
ADRL3CUI55U SensorRail III, copper tracks 55m (180,45ft), 4 rolls of 55m, universal
ADRL3CUI60U SensorRail III, copper tracks 60m (196,85ft), 4 rolls of 60m, universal
ADRL3CUI65U SensorRail III, copper tracks 65m (213,25ft), 4 rolls of 65m, universal
ADRL3CUI70U SensorRail III, copper tracks 70m (229,66ft), 4 rolls of 70m, universal
ADRL3CUI75U SensorRail III, copper tracks 75m (246,06ft), 4 rolls of 75m, universal
ADRL3CUI80U SensorRail III, copper tracks 80m (262,47ft), 4 rolls of 80m, universal
ADRL3CUI85U SensorRail III, copper tracks 85m (278,87ft), 4 rolls of 85m, universal
ADRL3CUI90U SensorRail III, copper tracks 90m (295,28ft), 4 rolls of 90m, universal
ADRL3CUI95U SensorRail III, copper tracks 95m (311,68ft), 4 rolls of 95m, universal
ADRL3CUI100U SensorRail III, copper tracks 100m (328,08ft),4 rolls of 100m, universal
ADRLCIT SR3 copper install tool

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Product Code Description
Mirrored Cowling
ADRL3BUL10U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 10m (32,81ft), universal
ADRL3BUL15U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 15m (49,21ft), universal
ADRL3BUL20U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 20m (65,62ft), universal
ADRL3BUL25U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 25m (82,02ft), universal
ADRL3BUL30U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 30m (98,43ft), universal
ADRL3BUL35U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 35m (114,83ft), universal
ADRL3BUL40U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 40m (131,23ft), universal
ADRL3BUL45U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 45m (147,64ft), universal
ADRL3BUL50U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 50m (164,04ft), universal
ADRL3BUL55U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 55m (180,45ft), universal
ADRL3BUL60U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 60m (196,85ft), universal
ADRL3BUL65U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 65m (213,25ft), universal
ADRL3BUL70U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 70m (229,66ft), universal
ADRL3BUL75U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 75m (246,06ft), universal
ADRL3BUL80U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 80m (262,47ft), universal
ADRL3BUL85U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 85m (278,87ft), universal
ADRL3BUL90U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 90m (295,28ft), universal
ADRL3BUL95U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 95m (311,68ft), universal
ADRL3BUL100U SensorRail III, mirrored cowling 100m (328,08ft), universal
ADRL3BUL3.5U 3.5 meters mirror cowling to add when using SR3-END-COVER

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Specifications
(Excluding Dome Camera)
Operational
Maximum rail length.................................. 100m (328.1ft)
Video travel distance .................................. 97m (318.3ft)
Travel speed:
Nominal....................................................3m/s (9.8ft/s)
Preset.....................................................6m/s (19.6ft/s)
Preset positioning................................0.3m/s (0.98ft/s)
Patrol mode...........................................1.5m/s (4.9ft/s)
Initialization mode ....................................1m/s (3.3ft/s)
Cowling density............. f0.7–f0.95 (15–16% penetration)
Camera....................... See manual supplied with camera
Controller ................. See manual supplied with controller
Electrical
Power requirements:
Supply voltage (auto switched) ... 90–240Vac, 50/60Hz
Current (120Vac)....................... 5A typical (10A surge)
Current (240Vac)...................... 2.5A typical (5A surge)
RF link transmitter:
RF frequency range .................... 2.4–2.483GHz (PAL)
over 5 channels
Transmission power ..................................10mW EIRP
Video input ............................... Composite PAL 1V p-p
Video bandwidth........................................30Hz–5MHz
Power supply............................................. 12.8–15Vdc
Nominal current................................................. 240mA
RF link receiver:
RF frequency range .................... 2.4–2.483GHz (PAL)
over 5 channels
Video output............................. Composite PAL 1V p-p
Sensitivity........................................ –86dBm (21dBµV)
Power supply.................................................. 8–10Vdc
Nominal current................................................. 250mA
Trolley motor:
Nominal voltage ................................................. 24Vdc
Nominal speed ............................... 6700rpm clockwise
Nominal torque............................................ 1250m Nm
Nominal current (w/o load) ................................ 0.120A
Speed constant ............................................. 287rpm/V
Cabling
Power ........................................................IEC connector
Video* .....................................................Coaxial RG59/U
RS-422 data .................. Cat. 5. 1 x twisted pair, shielded
* KX-6 for <300m from PowerRail to matrix switcher,
KX-8 for <800m from PowerRail to matrix switcher.
Environmental
Operating temperature .................................. –10 to 50°C
Storage temperature ..................................... –20 to 65°C
Rate of change per hour (max.) .................10°C per hour
Altitude (max.) ............................. 3660m above sea level
Relative humidity......................0 to 95% non-condensing
Mechanical
Single rail section:
Length ........................................................2.5m (8.2ft)
Width ..................................................... 188mm (7.4in)
Height (w/o cowling) .............................. 141mm (5.6in)
Height (w/cowling) .................................. 255mm (10in)
Weight ......................................6.7kg/m (14.7 lbs/3.3ft)
Material.......................................... Extruded aluminum
Cowling material....................... 175 micron Polyester film
Trolley (w/dome camera)
Dimensions (H x W x L).................225 x 131 x 400mm
Weight ....................................................... 5kg (11 lbs)