CATHEXIS KBD-3100 User guide

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Cathexis KBD-3100 Installation
and Setup Manual

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Contents
1 Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................2
1.1 Supported Systems and Software .......................................................................................................2
1.2 Hardware Requirements .....................................................................................................................2
2 Connect the Keyboard......................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Connecting via USB..............................................................................................................................4
2.2 Connecting via RS232 ..........................................................................................................................5
2.3 Connecting via RS422 ..........................................................................................................................6
2.4 Manual COM Port Assignation (Windows)..........................................................................................7
2.5 Disconnect/Reset the Keyboard..........................................................................................................7
3 Enable Keyboard ..............................................................................................................................................8
3.1 Enable in Server...................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Enable in Client....................................................................................................................................9
4 Configure Keyboard Operations.....................................................................................................................10
4.1 Resource IDs ......................................................................................................................................10
4.2 Configure Operations ........................................................................................................................11
5 Logging In .......................................................................................................................................................13
5.1 Logging in on a Server........................................................................................................................13
5.2 Logging in on a Client.........................................................................................................................14
6 Conclusion......................................................................................................................................................15

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1Introduction
This document details the installation and setup of the Cathexis KBD-3100 Keyboard in the CathexisVision
software.
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The KBD-3100 is compatible with both Windows and Linux systems. Consult the appropriate
requirements for the operating system in which the keyboard will be installed, follow the associated connection
procedures, and thereafter the operations configuration of the keyboard in both Windows and Linux is the same.
For information regarding the operation of the keyboard, please consult the KBD-3100 Operation Manual.
1.1 Supported Systems and Software
1.1.1 Windows Systems
•Windows 7 and later.
•CathexisVision software version 5041f1 (pre-2014), and CathexisVision 2014 and newer.
1.1.2 Linux systems
•Supported OS:
oUbuntu 16.04.
oUbuntu 12.04.
oFedora 16 (supported only for RS232 (serial) cable connection. USB connection not supported).
•Supported CathexisVision versions:
oCathexisVision5041f1 (pre-2014), and CathexisVision 2014 and newer if using RS232/serial cable
connection.
oCathexisVision 2019.1 and later if using USB cable connection.
1.2 Hardware Requirements
•RS232 cable [max length 15m].
oNot supplied.
oMust be straight through, with male and female DB9 connectors. One on each end.
oAdditional power supply required.
•USB cable.
oSupplied with keyboard.
oDevice powered over USB cable, no additional power supply required.
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While Cathexis has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this document, there is no guarantee of accuracy,
neither explicit, nor implied. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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•Power supply:
oExternal power supply is supplied; however power lead/cord is not.
oRequired if connecting via RS232/serial cable.
•Compatible PTZ camera. See www.cathexisvideo.com for list of compatible cameras.
Note:
•The panic button is not supported from CathexisVision 2016 and onwards.
•The Keyboard PTZ setup button is only supported by legacy Analogue PTZ cameras. For new IP PTZ
cameras, advanced functions need to be configured by accessing the camera via a web browser.
Please see the KBD-3100 Operation Manual for more information.

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2Connect the Keyboard
The Cathexis KBD-3100 can be connected via either USB or RS232 (serial cable). The keyboard can be powered
using the USB cable, thus if the serial cable is used then the keyboard must be connected to an additional
power supply. See requirements section for more information.
Connect the keyboard to the unit running CathexisVision using the appropriate cable/s. See the connection
diagram below.
RS232/Serial Port
USB Port
DC Power Connector
Power Status LED
RS422 Port
2.1 Connecting via USB
The KBD-3100 can be powered over the USB cable, and thus does not need additional power.
The process of connecting the KBD-3100 via USB differs slightly for Windows and Linux systems, please consult
the appropriate section.
2.1.1 Linux
When the KBD-3100 is connected via USB to a Linux unit, the keyboard is auto-detected and is automatically
enabled in CathexisVision. No other connection configuration is required.
Note:
1. USB connection is not supported for Fedora 16.
2. The keyboard will still need to be configured for operations (see section 5).
2.1.2 Windows
Using a USB cable, connect the keyboard to the Windows unit. Windows will automatically assign a COM port
number to the USB device. CathexisVision communicates using COM ports 1 to 10; if Windows assigns the
keyboard a COM port number higher than 10, the COM port number will need to be manually changed. Please
see section 2.c.
Note: Make a note of the COM port number as this will be required when enabling the keyboard in
CathexisVision.