Costar CDC2500LX User manual

Keyboard Controller
CDC2500LX
101 Wrangler, Suite 201 • Coppell, Texas 75019 • Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • Toll Free: 1-888-694-STAR (7827)
www.costarvideo.com
•Protocols include Pelco P or Pelco D, Ultrak KD6 or FrastTrax
•Integrated jog shuffle for easy DVR playback control
•Program and recall program preset positions from the selected dome camera
•Master keyboard can be connected to up to 3 slave keyboards of the same type
•Controls up to 99 DCR systems remotely at each controller
•Controls up to 254 dome cameras, including 64 cameras with alarm mode
•Downloads up to 2 dome cameras’ programmed data to non-volatile memory
and later uploads the data to the new dome camera
•Scan range of 32, 254 or 3,999 dome cameras
•Administrator and user password protection Is supported
•Power requirement: DC12V

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WARNING AND CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE. DO NOT INSERTANY METALLIC OBJECTS THROUGH THE VENTILATION GRILLS OR
OTHER OPENINGS ON THE EQUIPMENT.
EXPLANATION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature
WARNING
CAUTION
accompanying the product.

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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
FCC INFORMATION: THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH
THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A COMMERCIAL
ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO
FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO
COMMUNICATIONS. OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY
TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
Set Baud Rate
DOME1 : 9600
DOME2 : 9600
RS-232 : 9600
CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY
RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE
THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS CLASS ADIGITALAPPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE A EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU
CANADA.
WARNING
THIS IS A CLASS A PRODUCT. IN A DOMESTIC ENVIRONMENT THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE
RADIO INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE
ADEQUATE MEASURES.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
product heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14. CAUTION - THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING
OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS UNLESS YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO SO.
15. Use Certified/Listed Class 2 power supply transformer only.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 —Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Features ........................................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Package Contents.......................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Required Installation Tools ............................................................................................................. 2
1.4 Connectors .................................................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2 —Installation and Configuration ............................................................................................ 3
2.1 Basic Configuration of Fastrax Dome System................................................................................. 3
2.2 Configuration with DVR.................................................................................................................. 4
2.3 Configuration with MUX.................................................................................................................. 5
2.4 Configuration of Master and Slave Keyboards................................................................................ 6
2.5 Termination. ................................................................................................................................... 7
2.6 Dip Switch Settings. ..................................................................................................................... 10
2.7 Multiplexer Configuration.............................................................................................................. 10
Chapter 3 —Keyboard Setup................................................................................................................. 12
3.1 Configuration ............................................................................................................................... 12
Change User Password .............................................................................................................. 12
Change Administrator Password ................................................................................................. 13
3.2 Network ....................................................................................................................................... 13
Set Port ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Set Baud Rate ........................................................................................................................... 13
Com Ports................................................................................................................................... 14
MUX Config (Multiplexer Configuration)....................................................................................... 14
Set Slave Kbd............................................................................................................................. 17
Slave KBD Unit........................................................................................................................... 17
3.3 Camera........................................................................................................................................ 17
3.4 Time / Date .................................................................................................................................. 18
3.5 ALARM ........................................................................................................................................ 18
3.6 LCD............................................................................................................................................. 19
3.7 DATA BANK ................................................................................................................................. 19
3.8 INITIALIZATION........................................................................................................................... 20
3.9 HOLD TIME ................................................................................................................................. 20
Chapter 4 —Slave Keyboard Setup....................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 5 —Install with DVR Series...................................................................................................... 22
5.1 Install with Standalone DVR Series............................................................................................... 22
5.2 Install with PC DVR Series ......................................................................................................... 24

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Chapter 6 —Operation........................................................................................................................... 27
6.1 Keyboard Lock/Unlock (Hidden command)................................................................................... 27
6.2 Controlling Multiplexer.................................................................................................................. 27
6.2.1 Selecting Multiplexer .......................................................................................................... 27
6.2.2 Dome Camera Selection .................................................................................................... 27
6.3 Summary of Keyboard Controls.................................................................................................... 28
6.3.1 Keys for Dome camera....................................................................................................... 29
6.3.2 Keys for Multiplexer............................................................................................................ 30
6.3.3.1 Keys for DVR [DVR1-4, PC-DVR].................................................................................... 31
6.3.3.2 Example of Key operation in PC-DVR.............................................................................. 33
6.4 DVR5 protocol for the DVR for the version 3.1.0 and over ............................................................ 34
Appendix A- Short Cut Key .................................................................................................................... 39
Appendix B- Trouble Shooting............................................................................................................... 41
Appendix C- OPTIONAL JUNCTION BOX .............................................................................................. 41
Appendix D -SPECIFICATION................................................................................................................. 42

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Chapter 1 —Introduction
1.1 Features
This keyboard controller is capable of controlling dome cameras and providing remote control functions
for a variety of external switching devices such as Multiplexers, Digital Video Recorders etc.
A combination of 4 Keyboard controllers and 5 Multiplexers comprises a small matrix system (64x4) using
its remote control functions and programmable macro functions.
Variable speed control joystick with zoom controlling handle.
Program and recall programmed preset positions, auto scan, tour, pattern, from the selected dome
camera.
Two levels of password are supported for higher security, administrator and user.
Up to 254 dome cameras controllable including 64 dome cameras with Alarm mode.
Multiplexers (Max 255) and DVR system (Max 99) can be controlled remotely at each KBD controller
regardless Master or Slave.
Using 3~5 multiplexers and 4 Keyboard controllers, 32~64x4 matrix system can be configured.
Up to 3 slave of the same type keyboard controllers can be connected to the master keyboard.
Battery backed-up clock displays real time on the LCD screen.
Up to two dome cameras’ programmed data can be downloaded to nonvolatile memory space, and
later uploaded to the new dome camera.
The dome with the ID up to 3999 can be controlled.
Scan range option: 32, 254, 3999.
Figure 1 –Typical system Configuration

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1.2 Package Contents
The package contains the following.
Description
Q’ty
Keyboard controller
1
Instruction manual
1
12VDC Power supply (SMPS)
1
Power Cord
1
1.3 Required Installation Tools
No special tools are required to install the KBD controller. Refer to the installation manuals for the other
items that make up part of your system.
1.4 Connectors
DOME2 DOME1 DATA2 DATA1 DC12V
RS232 G +G +
CONNECTOR
USAGE
RS232
RS232:DVR/UPGRADE
DOME2
RS485:DOME/DVR/MULTIPLEXER/SLAVE KEYBOARD
DOME1
RS485:DOME
DATA2
FOR JUNCTION BOX ONLY
DATA1
FOR JUNCTION BOX ONLY
DC12V
FOR POWER SUPPLY
NOTE: DON’T CONNECT THE DATA1 PORT AND DC12V PORT TOGETHER.

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Chapter 2 —Installation and Configuration
2.1 Basic Configuration of Fastrax Dome System.
Figure 2 –Basic installation diagram

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2.2 Configuration with DVR.
Figure 3 –installation diagram with DVR