Honeywell VideoBloX User manual

FULL CROSSPOINT MATRIX
SWITCH/CONTROL SYSTEM
VideoBloX

Key Features
• VideoBlox is a full featured, high
capacity, video and audio matrix
switcher that has been proven to be
easy to install, easy to configure and
easy to operate.
• VideoBloX has a high density, compact
design, occupying a smaller rack space
than competitive systems. Fewer
interconnects are required, thus saving
material and labour costs.
• Video and Audio switching co-exist
in the same chassis, saving space
and reducing installation complexity.
• VideoBloX is expandable – up to 16,000
Video Inputs and 2,000 Video Outputs
can be achieved by interconnecting
multiple chassis.
• VideoBloX provides simple interface
for Access Control, Intrusion Alarm
and Programmable Logic Control.
• Dual Power supplies and Dual CPU
options provide a secure and consistent
environment.
• Modular “Plug and Play”, hot swappable
modules decrease maintenance down time.
• Diagnostic Mode is presented on local
monitor and controlled by switches on
the CPU. Multiple pages of diagnostic
information and real time status are
presented for ease of trouble-shooting.
• Powerful Sequence Engine with 1024
Sequences each of 25 steps enables
VideoBloX to perform versatile and
custom Event/Action programmes in
response to Alarm Trigger, Scheduled
Event or Manual Command.
• Quick Keys allow for the selection
of Camera Groups and step-through
scenes. Quick Keys can also be custom
programmed for other functions.
• Alarm Concentrators (I2C) may be
installed remotely allowing for flexibility in
design of Input and Output control.
• “Virtual ToolBox” of Protocol Interface
Translators provides simple interfacing
to other manufacturers components
(Domes, PTZ, VCR and Multiplexers).
• Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides
simple and intuitive operator interface, map
driven with real time control and display.
Expanded Matrix Switchers
• Designed for expandability, users may
create systems with up to 16,000
inputs and 2,000 outputs
by interconnecting multiple racks.
32 Way twisted ribbon cables
allow for simple, high density
interconnections.
• Multiple VideoBloX matrices may
be interconnected to form a network,
allowing remote monitoring of video
and audio as well as control of remote
PTZ/Domes/VCR/MUX/DVR etc.
Chassis
Modules Size Maximum Size
2U 3 32 into 8
4U 7 80 into 16
or 64 into 32
8U 15 192 into 32
or 160 into 64
12U 23 320 into 32
or 288 into 64
VideoBloX Lite
For cost effective smaller systems,
with a maximum size of 96 inputs and
eight titled outputs, VideoBloX Lite
provides a powerful, control and
monitoring solution, featuring the full
power of VideoBloX. The VideoCFG
configuration program is compatible
with VideoBloX Lite, simplifying future
expansion.
VideoBloX Lite systems may be
networked and form smaller satellite
nodes on a large VideoBloX network.
Using VideoBloX Lite, a 32 into eight
matrix switcher fits into a 2U chassis.
Rear Termination Panels
A range of rear termination panels are
available to provide maximum flexibility.
These panels contain no components
except for connectors. In the event of a
failure, the front mounted module may be
hot swapped. Chassis may be ordered,
pre-configured with additional termination
panels to simplify future expansion.
The PCK family offers full desktop control of
VideoBloX matrix switchers. The PCK is
available in various configurations to meet
most requirements.
• Full control of VideoBloX matrix switching
• Control of PTZ/dome telemetry
• Control of VCRs, multiplexers and other
CCTV peripherals
• Function keys for group selection or
sequence initiation
• Twist – zoom joystick option available
• Audio option available
• High brightness alphanumeric display
• Positive action keys – no membranes
Programmable Control
Keyboard
The PCK may also be used stand-alone,
for direct control of all equipment.
HVBPCKZ
(KEYBOAR D)
CCTV Monitor ( not included)
VideoBl oX Chassis
4U chassis size
choice of cam era inputs
32x8
48x8
64x8
80x8
96x8
Master Port
Slave Port
HVBPIT44
HVB422C4
(422COMBO)
To optional PIT modules for additional
dome protocols, or additional data
splitters, note not included in pre-
configured lite systems. Consult sales
on specific configurations
Dome
Camera
Dome
Camera
Dome
Camera
Dome
Camera
Dome
Camera
Not used unless
additional
expansion is
required
RS422 PIT Protocol converter,
translates native VideoBloX commands
to specific dome manufacturers
telemetry protocol
HVBCAB0003
(15 metre cable
RS422 DB9M-M)
15 metre cable
HVBCAB0003
HVBCAB0002 ( 3 metre
RS422 cable DB9M-M)
HVBPIT44 HVBPIT44
Honeywell
Micros pheres
PIT set to Honeywell
VCL Protocol
Dome
Camera
Dome
Camera
Dome
Camera
Dome
Camera
Dome
manufacturer A
protocol
Dome
manufacturer B
protocol
PIT set to Dome
manuf actur er Aís
proto col
PIT set t o Dome
manuf actur er Bís
protocol
Additional items only required if
necessary, all other items
outside the box ar e inc lu de in a
pre -con figur ed l ite sys tem
Twisted pair RS422 telemetry signals
Video signal cables from dome cameras back to
VideoBloX chassis not shown
HVBCAB0004 (3 metre RS 232 DB9F-F cable
to PC only required during installation& setup )
To PC
15 metre cable
HVBCAB0003
15 metre cable
HVBCAB0003
Telemetry cables and from PIT to dome
are site specific, and not included
• Products are installed on every continent,
with installations in over 17 countries
• All products have limited built-in over
voltage protection on all inputs and outputs
• All products are built in-house with 100%
control of quality
• Manufacturing utilises the latest
in surface mount technology
• Manufacturing facility is ISO9002 certified
• Systems are:
– Installer friendly – easy to install/
configure / maintain
– User friendly – easy to use
– Management friendly – full audit
reports on system operation
The Ultimate in Matrix Switching
and Control
Integrates Complete Control of Analogue and Digital Video Systems
from a Control Keyboard or GUI Workstation
VideoBloX is a full featured, high capacity video
and audio matrix switcher that has been
proven to be easy to install, easy to configure
and easy to operate.

Easy-to-use Configuration
and Software Control Windows™ 95/98/2000/XP Compatible
VideoBlox Configuration Program
(VideoCFG)
All VideoBloX matrix switchers re-supplied
with the VideoBloX Configuration Program.
This is the software tool that enables the
installer/operator to customise VideoBloX
to meet the user’s requirements. System
operators using the program will soon realise
the full capability and flexibility of VideoBloX.
With VideoBloX, everything is configurable.
Functions are logically divided onto separate
tabs of the configuration program.
For example:
• To prevent a user from accessing
certain cameras, storing PTZ preset
positions, or controlling the VCRs,
simply uncheck the appropriate box
on the configuration GUI.
• To make a remote camera on
a satellite matrix switch available,
simply set the satellite address and
input channel number.
Device Control Configuration
(DeviceConfig)
VideoBloX provides the capability to control
other manufacturers’ equipment. The
program, DeviceConfig, allows the user
to configure the keyboard to display device
specific commands and to transmit these
commands to the controlled devices. This
is true customer defined integration! Simply
fill in the strings and VideoBloX takes care
of the rest.
VideoBloX Graphical User Interface
Allows for rapid camera selection from maps
of areas. Also allows for control of PTZ and
CCTV peripherals. Alert operators instantly
to alarms and displays alarm location.
VideoBloX VCR Monitoring
and Control Program
Monitors and controls VCRs in large systems.
Should an active VCR be stopped by the
system, such as for tape review purposes,
the associated camera view will be
automatically re-routed to a standby VCR.
Re-routing allows for a short overlap in the
recording of the view on the primary and
standby VCRs. Should a VCR exit record
mode without being instructed to do so by
the system, this will be automatically detected
and re-routed to a standby VCR with a record
loss in the order of one second.
The VCR GUI displays instantly which VCRs
are not recording. A log screen and
associated database track where camera
views are re-routed.
VideoBloX Network Server Interface
Program
Allows for the above suite of programs to be
operated from multiple points across a LAN
or WAN. Allows for simultaneous system
configuration while multiple users are actively
using VideoGUI.

System Accessories
Protocol Interface Translator (PIT)
Honeywell Video offers the technology
for a truly integrated system, and the PIT
is the versatile device providing this
capability. It lets you choose the equipment
that is appropriate for your installation
without restriction. As well as providing
control for all Honeywell Video products,
high-speed domes, VCRs and multiplexers,
the PIT also converts VideoBloX protocol
to that of other manufacturers, allowing
for retrofit installation to third party
equipment. Simple DIP switch configuration
selects a variety of protocols.
Hardware versions of the PIT are:
HVBPIT44: Converts RS422 VideoBloX
protocol to RS422 Output protocol for
control of other equipment such as
high-speed domes.
HVBPIT43: Converts RS422 VideoBloX
protocol to RS232 output protocol for control
of other equipment such as VCRs,
multiplexers and DVRs.
AVBPIT4i3: Provides an extension of the
HVBPIT43, offering integral optical isolation
on the RS232 output.
Alarm Input/Output
Expansion Modules
I2C Alarm Input/Output expansion
modules provide both flexibility and
expandability. The I2C modules allow
system users to increase the capacity of
the VideoBloX system to 256 Alarm
Inputs and 256 Control Outputs. The
modules attach directly to the VideoBloX
CPU using a single RJ11 style connector.
The modules can also be remotely
installed by connecting them to a PIT
configured in Alarm Concentrator mode.
The modules may even be connected to
a satellite matrix switch allowing for
additional inputs and outputs.
HVB12C16I: Capacity for 16 potential
free (dry) Inputs.
HVBI2C16O: Capacity for 16 FET
Outputs for low-power devices (LEDs).
HVBI2C16KB: Provides a remote
keyboard with 16 user keys and
16 LEDs. This device can be used
wherever remote control and monitoring
is required. Pressing a key would trigger
a Sequence thus, for instance, switching
a video signal, recalling a preset or
unlocking a door.
Data Port Expander
Honeywell Video’s range of Data Port
Expanders simplify expanding a system
without sacrificing reliability or response time.
The RS422 Data Port Expander expands a
single VideoBloX RS422 channel into multiple
RS422 channels. This provides system
installers with the ability to implement larger
systems using simple directly connected
cables. The Data Port Expander also acts
as a Repeater – by cascading the units
communications is extended from the typical
4000 foot (1200 metre) RS422 specification
to far greater distances. The multiple ports
each support 32 devices.
HVB422C4: Is a simple four-channel
expander.
The 8 and 16 channel versions provide
additional features:
• Rack mounted
• Automatically detects certain fault
conditions
• Isolates those channels with fault
conditions
• Status LEDs
• High-capacity power supply – each
channel individually protected
HVB422FT8: Is an eight-channel expander.
HVB422FT16: Is a 16-channel expander.
Pan/Tilt/Zoom
Telemetry Receivers
Connects pan/tilt equipment and
motorised zoom lenses to VideoBloX,
allowing for remote control of PTZ
equipment via a simple serial interface.
The receiver drives external equipment
such as lights, washers, wipers and
electric locks using auxiliary outputs.
Preset positioning is standard for
equipment with feedback potentiometers.
VBPTZDC: Telemetry Receiver with DC
output.
Microphone Receiver
A balanced receiver for eight microphones
– allowing microphone modules to be
remotely located. The balanced
transmission system allows the
transmission of the audio signal with
minimal interference. Each channel has
adjustable gain, as well as indications for
signal present and overload. A headset
may be connected for audio monitoring
and adjustment and phantom powering
to the microphones simplifies installation.
HVBPZM8R: Microphone receiver,
balanced, for eight-channel.
Surveillance Microphones
Consists of a pressure zone microphone
and an audio preamplifier/balanced
transmitter. The unit has adjustable gain
as well as indications for signal present
and overload. The microphone can be
mounted within the transmitter or can
be remotely located on an extension lead.
HVBPZMMIC: Pressure Zone Microphone.
Data Converter
The HVB232i485 unit converts RS232
data to RS422 data and additionally
provides isolation between the
communication lines. This allows for
extending RS232 links and conversion
of the signals as required. Changeover
switches can configure the RS422
as a master or slave port, while the
RS232 may be switched to allow direct
connection to a PC or to the RS232 port
of VideoBloX products.
HVB232i485: Communications
converter – optically isolated.

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Video Titlers and Controllers
Multi-channel Video Titler
Honeywell Video’s 16 channel HBMVTX
makes adding text to on-screen video images
simple. With the MVT, users can superimpose
date and time, as well as program individual
titles on each video input. Triple outputs allow
for connection to a VCR and matrix switcher.
Each input has:
• Video loss detection
• Adjustable gain
• Termination jumper
• High frequency compensation jumper
• 16 Channel IR VCR control, with optional
record monitoring
• Optional rack control keyboard
An RS422 auxiliary port allows for third-party
developers to generate additional text on each
of the 16 outputs.
RS232 and Resistive VCR Controllers
Want to use integrated control with other
manufacturers’ VCRs? It’s no problem with
the VCR16R (resistive control) and MDC
(RS232 control). Using a simple selection of
DIP switches, operators can configure these
products to control 16 channels of RS232 or
resistive type VCRs from a number of
manufactures.
Monitor and display the record status of
each VCR and allow for control of the entire
bank of VCRs with a single key press.