Toa C-MS91D User manual

C-MS91D
C-MS161D
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Please follow the instructions in this manual to obtain the optimum results from this unit.
We also recommend that you keep this manual handy for future reference.
MULTI-SWITCHER C-MS91D
C-MS161D
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................ 6
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................... 8
3. FEATURES ...................................................................................................................... 8
4. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................... 9
5. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
Front Panel ........................................................................................................................ 10
Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................ 12
6. SCREEN CHARACTER DISPLAY
6.1. Camera Image Output Screen Display
6.1.1. Camera Title Display ........................................................................................ 14
6.1.2. Other Character Displays .................................................................................. 15
6.2. Indications on VCR-Recorded Images ........................................................................ 15
7. BEFORE PERFORMING SETTINGS
7.1. Preparations Before Settings ...................................................................................... 16
7.2. Setting Keys ................................................................................................................ 16
8. LIST OF SETTING ITEMS AND SETTING PROCEDURES .......................... 17
8.1. Basic Setting Procedures .......................................................................................... 17
8.2. English menu ..............................................................................................................18
8.3. Spanish menu ............................................................................................................ 20
8.4. French menu .............................................................................................................. 22
9. MENU SELECTION
9.1. Initial Menu Screen ...................................................................................................... 24
10. SETTINGS ON THE USER MENU SCREEN
10.1. User Menu .............................................................................................................. 24
10.2. Clock Settings ........................................................................................................ 24
10.3. Summer time setting screen .................................................................................... 25
10.4. Character Display (Monitor) .................................................................................... 26
10.5. Alarm Information .................................................................................................... 26
10.6. Recording/Motion Pattern Selections ...................................................................... 27
11. TOTAL MENU SCREEN SETTINGS
11.1. Total Menu .............................................................................................................. 28
11.2. Clock Settings ........................................................................................................ 28
11.3. Title Settings
11.3.1. Title Setting Camera Selection Screen ...................................................... 29
11.3.2. Title Setting Screen .................................................................................... 29
11.4. Recording/Alarm Settings ........................................................................................ 32
11.5. Recording Settings .................................................................................................. 32
11.6. Alarm Settings ........................................................................................................ 33
11.7. Alarm Input Terminal Settings ................................................................................ 34
Settings
The Outlines of the Multi-Switcher
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11.8. Option 1 Settings .................................................................................................... 35
11.9. Option 2 Settings .................................................................................................... 36
11.10. Buzzer/Character Display Settings ........................................................................ 37
11.11. Other Settings ...................................................................................................... 38
11.12. Remote Control Settings ...................................................................................... 39
11.13. Sequential Display Skip Settings .......................................................................... 40
11.14. Monitor Output Sequential Display Skip Settings .................................................. 40
11.15. Spot Output Sequential Display Skip Settings ...................................................... 40
11.16. Alarm Information .................................................................................................. 41
11.17. Recording Pattern Settings
11.17.1. Recording Pattern Setting Screen .......................................................... 41
11.17.2. Individual Recording Pattern Setting Screen .......................................... 42
11.18. Motion Detection Pattern Settings
11.18.1. Motion Detection Pattern Setting Screen ................................................ 42
11.18.2. Motion Detection Pattern Camera Setting Screen .................................. 42
11.18.3. Camera Motion Detection Pattern Setting Screen .................................. 43
11.18.4. Area Setting/Test Screen ........................................................................ 44
12. CHANGING THE DISPLAY LANGUAGE .......................................................... 45
13. INITIALIZING SETTING CONTENTS .................................................................. 45
14. CHANGING CAMERA ARRANGEMENT ON MULTI-SCREEN DISPLAYS .. 46
15. VCR SETTINGS
15.1. Displaying the VCR's Menu Screen ........................................................................ 48
15.2. Setting the VCR's Display Characters .................................................................... 48
15.3. Setting the VCR's Alarm .......................................................................................... 48
15.4. Setting Alarm Recording for a VCR Not Currently in Operation .............................. 48
15.5. Others ...................................................................................................................... 48
16. BASIC OPERATION MODE
16.1. Keys to use in operations ........................................................................................ 49
16.2. Camera Mode and VCR Mode
16.2.1. Camera/VCR Mode Selection .................................................................... 49
16.2.2. Operations for Screen Display Selection .................................................... 49
16.3. Basic Multi-Switcher Operations
16.3.1. Camera Image Viewing .............................................................................. 50
16.3.2. VCR Recording .......................................................................................... 50
16.3.3. VCR Playback ............................................................................................ 50
17. CHANGING THE SCREEN DISPLAY MODE
17.1. Viewing Camera Images on the Full Screen
17.1.1. Full-Screen Display .................................................................................... 51
17.1.2. Sequential Display (Camera mode only) .................................................... 51
17.2. Viewing Camera Images on the 4-Segment Split Screen
17.2.1. 4-Segment Split-Screen Displays .............................................................. 51
17.2.2. 4-Segment Split-Screen Sequential Displays (Camera Mode Only) .......... 52
17.3. Viewing Camera Images in Multiple-Screen Displays ............................................ 53
17.4. Viewing Camera Images in Zoom Displays (Electronic Zoom) .............................. 54
17.5. Displaying the Freeze Full Screen or Freeze Zoom Screen .................................. 55
17.6. Displaying the Freeze Screen During Multi-Screen Display .................................... 55
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17.7. Spot Output Operations
17.7.1. Spot Output Display Screen ........................................................................ 56
17.7.2. Spot Output Switching ................................................................................ 57
17.8. Camera Number and Date/Time Displays .............................................................. 58
18. ALARM FUNCTIONS
18.1. Sensor Alarm
18.1.1. Keys used in operations .............................................................................. 59
18.1.2. Sensor Alarm Function ................................................................................ 59
18.1.3. Sensor Alarm Activation .............................................................................. 60
18.1.4. Sensor Alarm-Activated Operations ............................................................ 60
18.1.5. Sensor Alarm Reset .................................................................................... 60
18.1.6. Sensor Alarm Interval .................................................................................. 61
18.1.7. Alarm Hold .................................................................................................. 61
18.1.8. Simultaneous Multiple Alarm Operations .................................................... 62
18.2. Motion Detection Alarm
18.2.1. Motion Detection Function Settings ............................................................ 62
18.2.2. Motion Detection Alarm Reset .................................................................... 63
18.2.3. Motion Detection Alarm Interval .................................................................. 63
18.2.4. Alarm Operating Interval ............................................................................ 63
18.3. VCR Playback Alarm
18.3.1. When the VCR Playback Alarm is activated .............................................. 64
18.3.2. VCR Playback Alarm Reset ........................................................................ 64
18.4. Video Loss Alarm
18.4.1. If the Video Loss alarm is triggered ............................................................ 65
18.4.2. To reset the Video Loss alarm .................................................................... 65
18.5. Alarm Information
18.5.1. To display the stored date, time and camera number ................................ 65
18.5.2. Alarm Information Screen Example ............................................................ 65
18.6. Alarm Input/Output Terminals ................................................................................ 66
19. REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION
19.1. About the Remote Control Function ........................................................................ 67
19.2. Remote Controller Usage ........................................................................................ 67
19.3. Remote Input/Output Terminal
19.3.1. Remote Output Terminal ............................................................................ 70
19.3.2. Remote Input Terminal ................................................................................ 71
19.3.3. Recording Pattern Selection Input Terminal .............................................. 72
19.3.4. Motion Detection Pattern Selection Input Terminal .................................... 72
19.3.5. Sequence Switching I/O Terminal .............................................................. 72
20. MOTION DETECTION
20.1. About the Motion Detection Function ...................................................................... 73
20.2. Basic Motion Detection Operations
20.2.1. Detection Function and Setting/Operation .................................................. 73
20.2.2. Switcher Operation in Response to Motion Detection ................................ 75
20.3. Motion Detection Pattern Function .......................................................................... 76
21. OTHER FUNCTIONS
21.1. When Using 2 VCRs (Continuous Recording Function) .......................................... 76
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21.2. Recording Pattern Function .................................................................................... 77
21.3. Auto-Recognition During Time-Lapse Recording .................................................... 77
21.4. Sequential Switching Timing Adjustment ................................................................ 78
21.5. Monitor Indication Adjustment ................................................................................ 78
21.6. Key Locking ............................................................................................................ 79
21.7. Screen Display When Power Is Switched On ........................................................ 79
22. CONNECTIONS
22.1. Preparation Before Making Connections ................................................................ 80
22.2. Camera Connections
22.2.1. When using Single-cable cameras .............................................................. 80
22.2.2. When using 24V AC or AC mains cameras ................................................ 80
22.3. Monitor TV Connections .......................................................................................... 80
22.4. VCR Connections .................................................................................................... 80
22.5. Dedicated Remote Controller Terminal Connections
22.5.1. Connection Cables ...................................................................................... 81
22.5.2. Connected Equipment Termination Switch Settings .................................. 81
22.6. RS-232C Terminal Connections .............................................................................. 81
23. CONNECTION EXAMPLES
23.1. Basic Connections
23.1.1. C-MS161D Multi-Switcher............................................................................ 82
23.1.2. C-MS91D Multi-Switcher.............................................................................. 83
23.2. Connections in Systems Using Two VCRs
23.2.1. C-MS161D Multi-Switcher............................................................................ 84
23.2.2. C-MS91D Multi-Switcher.............................................................................. 85
23.3. Connections Using the Dedicated Remote Controller Line
23.3.1. Connection to the C-RM100 Remote Controller .......................................... 86
23.3.2. Connection to the C-RM500 Remote Controller .......................................... 87
24. RACK MOUNTING .................................................................................................... 88
25. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................ 89
26. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................... 90
26.1. Accessories ............................................................................................................ 94
26.2. Optional Equipment ................................................................................................ 94
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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
•lBe sure to read the instructions in this manual section carefully before use.
•Make sure to observe the instructions in this section as the conventions of safety symbols and messages
regarded as very important are included.
•Please keep this instruction manual handy for future reference.
Safety Symbol and Message Conventions
Safety symbols and messages described below are used in this manual to prevent bodily injury and property
damage which could result from mishandling. Before operating your equipment, read this manual first so you
are thoroughly aware of the potential safety hazards as well as understand the safety symbols and messages.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death
or serious personal injury if ignored or mishandled.
WARNING
When Installing the Switcher
•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.
•Do not expose the unit to rain or an environment where it may be splashed by water or other liquids, as
doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
•Use the unit only with the voltage specified on the unit. Using a voltage higher than that which is specified
may result in fire or electric shock.
•Avoid installing the unit in unstable locations, such as on a rickety table or s slanted surface. Doing so may
result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury.
When Using the Switcher
•Should the following irregularities be found during use, immediately switch off the power, disconnect the
power supply plug from the AC outlet and contact your nearest TOA dealer. Do not attempt to further
operate the unit to avoid fire or electric shock.
•If you detect smoke or a strange smell coming from the unit.
•If water or other foreign objects get into the unit.
•If the unit falls, or the unit case breaks.
•If the power supply cord is damaged (exposure of the core, disconnection, etc.)
•If it malfunctions (no camera image is displayed).
•Do not open the unit's case for modification. Since there are high voltage components inside the unit,
opening or modifying the case may result in fire or electric shock. Refer all servicing to your TOA dealer.
•Do not place cups, bowls or other containers of liquid or small metal objects on top of the unit. If they
accidentally spill or get into the unit, this may cause fire or electric shock.
•Do not insert such foreign objects as metal pieces nor allow flammable objects to get into the unit to avoid
fire or electric shock.
•Do not touch a power supply plug or coaxial cable during thunder and lightning, as this may result in fire or
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Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in
moderate or minor personal injury, and/or property damage if ignored
or mishandled.
CAUTION
When Installing the Switcher
•Never plug in nor remove the power supply plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric shock.
•When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure to get hold of its plug. Never pull on the cord itself.
Operating the unit with a damaged power supply cord may cause a fire or electric shock.
•Be sure to remove the power supply cord from the wall outlet when moving the unit. Moving the unit with the
cord connected to the outlet may cause damage to the cord, causing fire or electric shock.
•Avoid installing the unit in humid or dusty locations, in locations exposed to the direct sunlight, or in locations
generating sooty smoke or steam as doing otherwise may result in fire or electric shock.
When Using the Switcher
•Do not place heavy objects on the unit. Such object may fall or the unit may topple over, possibly resulting in
personal injury.
•Clean the unit periodically. If dust is allowed to accumulate in the unit over a long period of time, a fire may
result. Contact your TOA dealer as to the cleaning.
•Clean the power supply plug and wall outlet periodically. If dust accumulates on the power supply plug or
wall outlet, a fire may result. Also, fully insert the plug into the outlet.
•Switch off the power and unplug the power supply plug from the wall outlet for safety purposes when leaving
the unit unused for a long period of time. Failure to observe this instruction may cause fire or electric shock.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) has not tested the performance or reliability of the security aspects
of this product. UL has only tested for fire, shock or casualties as outlined in UL's Standard(s) for
Safety. UL Certification does not cover the performance or reliability of the security hardware and
security operating software. UL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES OR
CERTIFICATIONS WHATSOEVER REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OR RELIABILITY OF ANY
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2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The TOA Multi-Switcher permits sequential viewing of up to 9 connected cameras (C-MS91D) or up to 16
cameras (C-MS161D) on a full monitor screen, as well as simultaneous viewing of individual camera images
in multi-screen displays (such as 4- and 9-segment split screens) to ensure that nothing is missed. It features
a frame recording function that records all connected cameras on a single VCR in sequential order while
viewing camera images in full-screen, multi-screen or zoom-screen modes. VCR-recorded images can also be
viewed in any of these formats. Additionally, when a change, or movement, is detected in any of the camera
images, a motion detection function can be set to record those cameras on a priority basis, remotely enabling
an alarm in the connected VCR or other external equipment, thus allowing camera images to be more
efficiently checked.
3. FEATURES
Duplex Operation
The Multi-Switcher's duplex operation permits real-time surveillance of connected camera images in multi-
screen (4-, 9-, 10- or 16-segment split-screen) displays while being frame-recorded.
High Picture Quality
The Multi-Switcher not only reduces flickering generated during split-screen display, but also realizes a high-
quality zoom display.
A Wealth of Display Functions
During real-time camera surveillance and VCR recording playback, camera images can be displayed on 4-, 9-
or 16-segment (C-MS161D only) split screens or 2x zoom screens. Also, during real-time camera surveillance,
connected camera images can be viewed on a 10-segment split screen, or in sequential order on either the
full screen or a 4-segment split screen.
Non-Stop Recording Misses Nothing
The Multi-Switcher features 2 sets of VCR connection terminals to permit continuous recording using 2 VCRs.
This ensures no recording is missed when changing or rewinding tapes. In addition, recording can still be
performed uninterrupted with one VCR even while the other is being used for playback.
Motion Detection
When a change or movement is detected in a camera image, the affected camera is preferentially recorded by
increasing the number of recording frames and remotely alarm-triggering the connected VCR or other external
equipment, thus allowing camera images to be more efficiently checked.
Key Locking
Front panel operation keys can be locked to prevent accidental changes of key settings.
Uninterrupted Time-Lapse Video Recording ("Auto-Recognition" Function)
The time-lapse VCR continues to record even if the switcher control signal cables are broken or faulty contact
occurs during time-lapse video recording.
Changeable Multi-Screen Display Positions
Camera display positions on multi-screen displays in Camera mode can be changed as desired.
Various System Configurations Possible
The additional use of the Multi-Switcher's optional dedicated remote controller and optional single-channel
controller creates an integrated Combination Camera/Multi-Switcher system. The Multi-Switcher can be
operated from remote locations by using the dedicated remote controller.
The RS-232C Interface
The Multi-Switcher's standard RS-232C computer connector permits easy remote operation by way of a
computer or other external equipment.

4. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
About general maintenance parts
The rechargeable lithium battery powering the Multi-Switcher's built-in clock is a replaceable general
maintenance part. Its life expectancy is approximately 10 years (provided it is used at a room temperature of
approximately 25°C), although this can vary depending on the environment and conditions of battery use.
Note that the replacement of such maintenance parts is not covered by warranty. Please contact your TOA
dealer when replacing the battery.
Other precautions
•Use the Multi-Switcher in locations where the temperature ranges from 0°C to +40°C, and the humidity is
less than 90%.
•To clean, wipe with a dry cloth. When the Multi-Switcher is very dirty, use a cloth damped in a neutral
detergent. Never use benzene, thinner or chemically-treated towel to avoid damage to the Multi-Switcher's
finish. Be sure to switch off the power before cleaning.
•Keep the front, rear and the sides of the Multi-Switcher at least 10 cm away from the wall surface.
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Note
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.
Modifications
Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by TOA Corporation may void the authority
granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.
NTSC version complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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5. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
[Front Panel]
C-MS161D
(1) Power Switch [ ]
Power is switched on and off with each
depression of this switch.
(2) Power Indicator
Lights when the power switch is turned on.
(3) Camera/VCR Mode Selector Switch
Selects either real-time camera images (Camera
mode) or VCR playback images (VCR mode) for
monitor display.
•Camera mode
Connected camera images are displayed in
real time on the monitor.
•VCR mode
Camera images previously recorded on a
connected VCR are displayed on the monitor.
(4) VCR Selector Switch (Valid only while in VCR
mode)
Selects either VCR 1 or VCR 2 when playing
back the VCRs connected to their corresponding
terminals. Because both VCRs can be used for
recording, it is not necessary to designate either
VCR when recording.
Note
It is impossible to simultaneously use VCR1 and
VCR2.
(5) Camera Selector Keys
•During operation
The key for the camera image currently on
screen is illuminated. Keys for cameras in
freeze-frame mode or alarm mode flash. The
key for a camera in sensor-alarm or motion
detector alarm mode also flashes, even when
the corresponding camera is not currently
displayed on the monitor.
•During setting
Use to enter setting values. (C-MS91D: 1 - 9;
C-MS161D: 1 - 10)
•Full-screen camera display selection
Select the camera to be displayed on the full
screen. The key for the selected camera lights.
•Freeze-frame camera display selection
To display, press the Freeze key during multi-
screen (4-, 9-, 10-* and 16-segment split-
screen) display, and select the camera number
to be displayed on the freeze screen while the
Freeze key is flashing.
(6) Spot Selector Key
Enabled only when Monitor Output 2 is
designated as a spot output in the menu settings.
(For more information, refer to p. 38; Monitor
Output 2 in Other Settings.)
This key is used to select the camera image to be
provided from Monitor Output 2 (Spot Output). To
select, press the Spot selector key (flashes when
enabled), followed by the desired Camera
selector key or Sequence key.
Note
On the C-MS91D, this key is used to enter the
number 0 during settings.
(7) Multi-Screen Key
Displays camera images in multi-screen monitor
displays. The screen mode cycles through 9-, 10-
* and 16-segment split-screen displays with each
depression of the key. This key remains lit during
multi-screen display.
Note
The 16-segment display mode is not available to
the C-MS91D.
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(8) Group Selector Key (C-MS161D only)
Selects the camera group to be displayed on the
4-, 9- or 10-segment* split screen. Only the
displayed camera images change, without
changing the split screen mode.
(9) 4-Segment Split Display Key[ ]
Displays camera images on the 4-segment split
screen. Displayed camera groups (Groups 1 - 4;
Group 4 only available to the C-MS161D) cycle
with each depression of the key. This key
remains lit during 4-segment split-screen display.
(10) Sequence & VCR Menu mode Key
Operation of this key differs depending on the
setting of the Camera/VCR Mode Selector Key.
[Camera Mode]
•If viewing camera images on the full screen...
Connected camera images are displayed in
sequential order on the full screen. Viewing
intervals are set on the menu screen. (Refer to
p. 35; Sequence Dwell Time in Option 1 Setting
Screen.)
•If viewing camera images on the multi-screen
(4-, 9-, 10- and 16-segment split-screen
displays)...
Connected camera images are displayed in
sequential order on the 4-segment split-screen
display.Viewing intervals are set on the menu
screen. (Refer to p. 35; Sequence Dwell Time
in Option 1 Setting Screen.)
[VCR Mode]
Images recorded on the connected VCR are
played back and directly displayed on the
monitor screen. This key is used to fast-forward
or rewind the tape, or perform VCR settings.
(11) Freeze Key
•If viewing on full-screen or zoom-screen
displays...
Pressing this key causes the screen image to
stand still (freeze). Press this key again to reset
the freeze screen. The key flashes while the
screen is in freeze-frame mode.
•If viewing on multi-screen (4-, 9-, 10-* or 16-
segment split-screen) displays...
To freeze the screen, press the Freeze key
during multi-screen display (the key flashes),
then select the camera to freeze with the
Camera selector key. Pressing the Freeze key
again resets the freeze-frame mode.
Note
The Freeze key does not work during sequential
display (full screen or 4-segment split-screen
displays).
(12) Full Screen Key
Displays camera images on the full screen. This
key is also used to reset zoomed displays back
to the ordinary full screen display. The key
remains lit during full screen display.
(13) Zoom Key
Displays camera images on the 2x zoom
(electronic zoom) screen. Use the Cursor
control keys ( ) to move the zoom
position. The Zoom key remains lit during
zoom-screen display.
(14) Cursor Control Keys [ ]
Move the cursor on the menu screen. Also used
to move the zoom position during zoom-screen
display.
(15) Channel/Clock Display & Selector Key
•Operation
Displays the camera number and current
date/time on the monitor. (Camera number is
only displayed when in Camera mode.)
Pressing the key changes the displayed
camera title to its assigned camera number.
Current date/time is displayed in the center of
the screen when the key is pressed again.
Camera number and date/time displays
automatically revert to the original display in
approximately 10 seconds.
•Setting
Selects the setting item in the menu screen.
(16) Menu Key
Hold this key down for 1 second or more to
display the initial menu screen on the monitor.
(Refer to p. 17; Basic Setting Procedures.)
(17) Alarm Hold Key
Alarm is put on hold when this key is pressed,
and is reset when pressed again. In Alarm Hold
mode, the monitor screen does not change
even if the sensor-triggered alarm or motion
detection alarm is enabled. However, the alarm-
triggered camera image is recorded on a VCR.
(Refer to p. 61; Alarm Hold.)
(18) Alarm Reset Key
Provides different operations depending on the
Camera/VCR Mode selector switch setting.
[Camera Mode]
Flashes when the sensor-triggered alarm,
motion detection alarm or video loss alarm is
enabled. The light for this key changes from
flashing to steady ON when the alarm interval
(set on the menu screen) expires, indicating
that the alarm has been enabled. Pressing this
key during alarm operation resets the alarm.
(Refer to p. 59; Sensor Alarm, p. 62; Motion
Detection Alarm, and p. 65; Video Loss Alarm.)
[VCR Mode]
Flashes if an alarm-recorded portion of video is
detected during VCR playback. (Buzzer also
simultaneously sounds.) Pressing this key
during alarm VCR playback stops the buzzer.
(The flashing key is not reset.) (Refer to p. 64;
VCR playback Alarm.)
* The 10-segment split-screen display can only
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[Rear Panel]
C-MS161D
(19) Camera Input and Output Terminals
•Video input terminals
Connect to camera or camera drive unit video
output terminals for video signal input.
BNC connections automatically terminate the
input at 75Ω.
•Video output terminals
Connecting a BNC connector automatically
converts the output to a high-impedance type,
permitting bridge connection.
(20) VCR Input Terminals 1 and 2
Connect to the VCR's video output terminals for
video signal input.
(21) VCR Output Terminals 1 and 2
Connect to the VCR's video input terminals for
video signal output.
(22) Monitor Output Terminal 1
Connect to the monitor's video input terminal for
video signal output.
(23) Monitor Output Terminal 2 (Spot Output
Terminal)
Connect to the monitor's video input terminal for
video signal output. This terminal is factory-
preset as the Spot output, however it can be
changed in the menu screen settings to the
same output as Monitor Output 1. (Refer to p.
38; Monitor Output 2 in Other Settings Screen.)
(24) Audio Input Terminal 1 (for VCR 1)
Connect to the VCR's audio output terminal for
audio signal input.
(25) Audio Input Terminal 2 (for VCR 2)
Connect to the VCR's audio output terminal for
audio signal input.
(26) Audio Output Terminal
Connect to the monitor's audio input terminal for
audio signal output.
(27) Remote Control Termination Switch
Used when connecting dedicated remote
controller lines. (Refer to p. 81; Dedicated
Remote Controller Terminal Connections.)
(28) Dedicated Remote Controller Terminals
Used for connection of C-RM100 and C-RM500
Remote Controllers (optional), permitting the
Multi-Switcher to be remotely operation. (Refer
to p. 81; Dedicated Remote Controller Terminal
Connections, and p. 67; Remote Controller
Usage.)
IN
OUT
IN OUT
VCR
VIDEO
IN OUT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
ALARM IN / OUT
REMOTE IN / OUT
RS-232C
ON
OFF
TERMINATION
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31
32
33
19
20
AC MAINS
MONITOR OUT
REMOTE VCR
IN
OUT VCR1 VCR2
1:ALARM RESET OUT
2:ALARM OUT
3:GND
4:SW CTRL IN
21
22 24 25 26
27
28 29 30
31
32
33
19 20
23
IN 1
OUT1 VCR VIDEO
I
N
O
U
T
ALARM IN / OUT
REMOTE IN / OUT
RS-232C
ON
OFF
TERMINATION
AC MAINS
REMOTE VCR
IN
OUT VCR1 VCR2
1:ALARM RESET OUT
2:ALARM OUT
3:GND
4:SW CTRL IN
IN 2
OUT2
AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 AUDIO OUT
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(29) VCR Control Terminals
•Alarm Reset Output Terminal
Connects to the alarm reset input of time-lapse
VCRs that require an alarm reset signal.
•Alarm Output Terminal
Connects to a time-lapse VCR's alarm input
terminal.
•Ground Terminal
Connects to a time-lapse VCR's ground
terminal.
•Switcher Control Input Terminal
Connects to a time-lapse VCR's switcher
control output terminal.
(30) RS-232C Terminal (Non LPS)
Connects to the computer's RS-232C connector
when controlling the Multi-Switcher from the
computer. (Refer to p. 81; RS-232C Terminal
Connections.)
(31) Alarm Input/Output Terminal
Used when externally activating the sensor
alarm by means of a sensor, or when using the
motion detection function as an alarm. (Refer to
p. 66; Alarm Input/Output Terminal.)
(32) Remote Input/Output Terminal
Used when remotely operating the Multi-
Switcher from external equipment. (Refer to p.
70; Remote Input/Output Terminal.)
(33) AC Inlet
Connects to the supplied power cord.

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6. SCREEN CHARACTER DISPLAY
6.1. Camera Image Output Screen Display
6.1.1 Camera Title Display
Title character display positions cannot be changed.
CAMERA TITLE
CAMERA TITLE 1 CAMERA TITLE 2
CAMERA TITLE 3 CAMERA TITLE 4
Full screen display 4-segment split-screen display
01 02 03
04 05 06
07 08 09
01 02 03 04
05 06 07 08
CAMERA TITLE 1 CAMERA TITLE 2
9-segment split-screen display
10-segment split-screen display
01 02 03 04
05 06 07 08
09 10 11 12
13 14 15 16
16-segment split-screen display
(C-MS161D only)
•Camera titles set on the menu screen are displayed at the lower part of the full screen, 4-segment split
screen, and upper two screens of the 10-segment split screen. (Refer to p. 29; Title Settings.)
•When Monitor Output 2 is set as the Spot output, only the camera title is displayed on the full screen display
or full sequential screen. (Refer to p. 38; Monitor Output 2 on the Other Settings screen.)
•The camera title cannot be displayed on the lower screens of 9-segment and 10-segment split screen, and
on the 16-segment split screen. Camera numbers, however, can be set for display. Camera numbers
correspond to the video input number on the rear panel. (Refer to p. 37; Title (Monitor) on the
Buzzer/Character Display Setting Screen.)
•When the display is switched to the freeze-frame screen, the camera title indication changes to the flashing
"FREEZE" indication, and the camera number to the flashing "F" indication.
•Switching the screen to multi-screen display while in Sensor alarm or Motion detection alarm modes
changes the camera title indication of the sensor-triggered camera to the flashing "ALARM" indication, and
the camera number indication to the flashing "AL" indication.
•If the Video Loss alarm is triggered during a multi-screen display, the camera title indication changes to
"VIDEO LOSS," while the camera number indication changes to "VL."
Pressing the Alarm reset key resets the Video loss alarm, turning off the "VIDEO LOSS" and "AL"
indications.
•Both camera titles and camera numbers can be displayed or hidden. (Refer to p. 37; Title (Monitor) on the
Buzzer/Character Display Setting Screen.)
•It is impossible to separately display and hide the following indications:
(1) "FREEZE" and "F" indications in freeze-frame mode.
(2) "ALARM" and "AL" indications displayed when sensor-alarm or motion detection alarm is triggered.
(3) "VIDEO LOSS" and "VL" indications displayed when video loss alarm s triggered.

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6.1.2. Other Character Displays
The following data can be displayed by settings. (Refer to p. 37; Buzzer/Character Display Settings screen.)
However, character display positions cannot be changed.
(1)
(3)
(5)
(2)
(4)
MON . APL . 01 . 02
23 : 59 : 59
VL08
ZOOMFREEZE
ALARM HOLD
(1) Date and time
Displays the date and time (in 24-hour format).
(2) Video Loss (VL01 through VL16 indications)
Displays the number corresponding to the alarmed
camera when the Video Loss alarm is activated.
Pressing the Alarm reset key resets the Video Loss
alarm and turns off the alarm indication.
Note: The indication is not displayed on the Spot
output.
(3) Alarm
•Alarm indication
Flashes the "ALARM" indication when the Sensor alarm or Motion Detection alarm is activated. Pressing
the Alarm reset key resets the alarm, and turns off the alarm indication. (Refer to p. 59; Sensor Alarm
and p. 62; Motion Detection Alarm.)
Note: The alarm indication is not displayed on the Spot output.
•Alarm hold indication
Flashes the "ALARM HOLD" indication if an alarm signal is received when the Sensor or Motion
Detection alarm is placed on hold by way of the Alarm Hold key. (Refer to p. 61; Alarm Hold.)
Note: The alarm hold indication is not displayed on the Spot output.
(4) Freeze
When the screen is switched to the freeze-frame display, the camera title indication changes to the
flashing "FREEZE" indication. Resetting the freeze display turns off the indication.
(5) Zoom
The "ZOOM" indication is displayed during zoom operation. The indication disappears if the zoom display
is reset.
6.2. Indications on VCR-Recorded Images
The following information can be displayed on images recorded on the VCR. They can be individually
displayed or hidden, except the Auto recognition function. (Refer to p. 37; Buzzer/Character Display Setting
Screen.) Character display positions, however, cannot be changed.
(1) Auto recognition
Displayed when a switcher control signal is not
received from a connected time-lapse VCR due to
cable breakage during time-lapse video recording.
(Refer to p. 77; Auto Recognition During Time-Lapse
Video Recording.)
(2) Date and time
Displays the current date and time.
(3) Camera title
Displays the camera title.
(4) Video loss ("VL01" – "VL16")
Displays the alarmed camera number when Video Loss alarm occurs. A suffix "A" is displayed for the
corresponding camera number (for example, VL01A) if the Video Loss-alarmed camera receives an alarm
signal.
(5) Alarm
The "ALARM" indication is displayed when the Sensor alarm or Motion Detection alarm is activated.
(1)
(3)
(5)
(2)
(4)
MON . APL . 01 . 02
23 : 59 : 59
*
ALARMVL08
Camera title

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7. BEFORE PERFORMING SETTINGS
7.1. Preparations Before Settings
•Connect cameras, VCRs, and all other equipment necessary for the system.
•Switch ON the power of the Multi-Switcher and all connected equipment, such as cameras, VCRs, and
monitors.
Note
Camera images cannot be recorded on a VCR while settings are being performed on the menu screen. The
Sensor alarm and Motion Detection alarm are not operated, either. However, the Motion Detection function
is internally kept in operation during setting, and the unit may be put in alarm mode after exiting the menu
screen.
7.2. Setting Keys
The following keys are used for menu screen settings.
C-MS161D
12345678SPOT MULTI
SEQUENCE FREEZE
FULL ZOOM DISP
SCREEN CH/CLOCK
ALARM
HOLD RESET
MODE VCR
CAMERA
CAMERA SELECT
GROUP
SELECT
910 11 12 13 14 15 16
ON
OFF
MULTI SWITCHER C-MS161D
SELECT MENU
POWER
CAMERA
ARRANGEMENT
VCR 2
1
VCR MENU MODE
1
2
3
4
Menu key
Select key
Cursor shift keys
Camera select keys (for value settings)
C-MS91D
MULTI SWITCHER C-MS91D
123456789
SPOT MULTI
SEQUENCE FREEZE
FULL ZOOM DISP
SCREEN CH/CLOCK
ALARM
HOLD RESET
SELECT MENU
POWER
MODE VCR
CAMERA
ON
OFF
CAMERA
ARRANGEMENT
CAMERA SELECT
VTR 2
1
VCR MENU MODE
1
2
3
4
5
Select key
Menu key
Cursor shift keys
Camera select keys (for value settings)
Spot slector key (for value settings)
(1) Menu Key
•Holding down the Menu key for one second or
more causes the initial menu screen to be
displayed on the monitor.
•Pressing the Menu key returns the menu
screen and setting screen to the previous
screen.
•Press the Menu key to display the normal
camera display screen after exiting the initial
menu screen.
(2) Selector Key
Used to select setting item contents.
(3) Cursor Shift Keys [ ]
Used to move the cursor.
(4) Camera Selector Keys (for value settings)
•Used to enter values.
•Use Camera Selector Keys 1 - 9 to enter 1 - 9.
•Use Camera Selector Key 10 to enter 0 (C-
MS161D only).
(5) Spot Selector Key (for value settings)
Used to enter 0 (C-MS91D only).

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8. LIST OF SETTING ITEMS AND SETTING PROCEDURES
8.1. Basic Setting Procedures
The [ ] section in the figure represents the cursor. On the screen, the character indication flashes.
Note
If no operations are performed for 5 minutes on the initial menu or setting screens, the screen automatically
reverts to its normal state (camera display screen).
1. Enter the initial menu screen.
2. Enter the menu screen.
3. Select the setting contents.
4. Confirm the set contents and return to the camera display screen.
Camera display screen
MENU key
Press for 1 second
or more.
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34
Intitial menu screen
MENU SEL ECT ION
1.USER MENU
2.TOTAL MENU
3.LANGUAGE
4.INITIALIZATION
key
MENU SEL ECT ION
1.USER MENU
2.TOTAL MENU
3.LANGUAGE
4.INITIALIZATION
SELECT key
Menu screen
TOTAL MENU
1.CLOCK 6.REMOTE
2.TITLE 7.SEQ SKIP
3.REC ALARM 8.AL DATA
4.OPTION1 9 . REC PT N
5.OPTION2 1 0 .MOT I ON
/
TOTAL MENU
1.CLOCK 6.REMOTE
2.TITLE 7.SEQ SKIP
3.REC ALARM 8.AL DATA
4.OPTION1 9 . REC PT N
5.OPTION2 1 0 .MOT I ON
SELECT key SELECT key
key
6.REMOTE SETT I NG
REMOTE SW OPE LOCAL
REC PTN OPE UNI T
MO T I O N P T NOPE UNI T
RS- 232C 38. 4kbps
RS- 232C PROTOCOL 1
6.REMOTE SETT I NG
REMOTE SW OPE REMOTE
REC PTN OPE UNI T
MO T I O N P T NOPE UNI T
RS- 232C 38. 4kbps
RS- 232C PROTOCOL 1
/
MENU SEL ECT ION
1.USER MENU
2.TOTAL MENU
3.LANGUAGE
4.INITIALIZATION
Camera display screen
MENU key 12
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MENU key MENU key
TOTAL MENU
1.CLOCK 6.REMOTE
2.TITLE 7.SEQ SKIP
3.REC ALARM 8.AL DATA
4.OPTION1 9 . REC PT N
5.OPTION2 1 0 .MOT I ON
/

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(P. 24)
Initial Menu Screen
MENU SELECTION
Menu Screen Items
1. USER MENU
3. LANGUAGE
4. INITIALIZATION
Note: This user menu shows the setting items most frequently used by operators.
Menu Items
1-1. CLOCK SETTING
(P. 24)
(P. 24)
(P. 28)
(P. 45)
(P. 45)
2. CHARACTER DISPLAY
(MONITOR) (P. 26)
(P. 26)
(P. 27)
3. ALARM DATA
4. REC/ MOTION
PTN SELECTION
Setting Items
1-2. DATE/TIME SETTING
CHARACTER DISPLAY
1-2. SUMMER TIME
TITLE (MONITOR)
FULL-SCR CLOCK DISP
(MONITOR)
REC PTN SEL
MOTION PTN SEL
2.TOTAL MENU
Note: All settin
g
items are displayed on the total menu. Set all the items on this screen when installin
g
the unit.
1-1. CLOCK SETTING (P. 24)
2-1. CAMERA SEL FORTITLE
(P. 29) 2-2. CAMERA TITLE SETTING
(P. 29)
3-1. REC/ ALARM SETTING
(P. 32) 3-2. REC SETTING (P. 32)
3-2. ALARM FUNCTION (P. 33)
1-2. DATE/TIME SETTING
REC MODE
ALARM REC MODE
FAIL-SAFE
FAIL-SAFE
RECORDER
VIDEO LOSS ALARM
ALARM FUNCTION
ALARM HOLD
ALARM SIGNAL
ALARM RECEIVE
SENSOR ALARM
3-3. ALARM IN TERMINAL
(P. 34)
SEQUENCE DWELL TIME
(MONITOR OUT)
SEQUENCE DWELL TIME
(SPOT OUT)
INITIAL (CAMERA)
INITIAL (VTR)
REC PTN SEL
MOTION PTN SEL
(To the next page)
(A)
4. OPTION 1 SETTING (P. 35)
Setting Items
Menu Items
1-2. SUMMER TIME
ALARM TIME
(P. 24)
(P. 25)
(P. 24)
(P. 25)
8.2. English menu

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RS-232C
BUZZER
CHARACTER DISPLAY
TITLE (MONITOR)
FULL-SCR CLOCK DISP
(MONITOR)
TITLE (VCR)
DATE/TIME (VCR)
(A)
5-2. OTHER SETTING (P. 38) MONITOR OUT 2
4-SEG GROUP-3 DISP
(C-MS91D)
BACKGROUND COLOR
BORDER LINE
H. POSITION
V. POSITION
REFRESH
REC PTN OPE
MOTION PTN OPE
RS-232C PROTOCOL
9-2. PATTERN SETTING (P. 42)
10-1. MOTION PTN SETTING
(P. 42) 10-2. PATTERN SETTING (P. 42)
10-3. PATTERN CAEMRA
SETTING (P. 43)
OBJECT SIZE (VERTICAL)
DELAY
DETECT OUT
10-4. AREA SETTING/TEST
(P. 44)
5-1. OPTION 2 SETTING (P. 36) 5-2. BUZZER/ CHARACTER
(P. 37)
REMOTE SW OPE
7-1. SEQ SKIP SETTING (P. 40) 7-2. SEQ SKIP (MONITOR)
(P. 40)
7-2. SEQ SKIP (SPOT) (P. 40)
8. ALARM DATA (P. 41)
9-1. REC PATTERN SETTING
(P. 41)
MOTION DETECTION
SENSITIVITY
OBJECT SIZE (HORIZONTAL)
6. REMOTE SETTING (P. 39)

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(P. 24)
SELECCION DE MENU
1. MENU USUARIO
3. LENGUAJE
4. INICIALIZACION
1-1. AJUSTE RELOJ
(P. 24)
(P. 24)
(P. 28)
(P. 45)
(P. 45)
2. PRE CARACTER
(MONITOR) (P. 26)
(P. 26)
(P. 27)
3. DATOS ALARMA
4. GRAB/ MOV MODO SEL
1-2. AJUSTE FECHA/ HORA
PRE CARACTER
1-2. AJUSTE HORA
TITULO (MONITOR)
PRE RELOJ TODA PANT
(MONITOR)
SEL MODO GRAB
SEL MODO MOV
2. MENU TOTAL
1-1. AJUSTE RELOJ (P. 24)
2-1. SEL CAMARA P/TITULO
(P. 29) 2-2. AJUSTE TITULO
(P. 29)
3-1. AJUSTE GRAB/ ALARMA
(P. 32) 3-2. AJUSTE GRAB (P. 32)
3-2. FUNCION ALARMA (P. 33)
1-2. AJUSTE FECHA/ HORA
MODO GRAB
MODO GRAB AL
FALTA-SEGURO
FALTA-SEGURO
GRABADORA
ALARMA PERDIDA VIDEO
MODO ALARMA
RET ALARMA
SENAL ALARMA
RECEP ALARMA
ALARMA SENSOR
3-3.TERMINAL ENT ALARMA
(P. 34)
TIEMPO INTERV SECUENCIA
(MONITOR FUERA)
TIEMPO INTERV SECUENCIA
(MANCHA FUERA)
INI (CAMERA)
INI (VCR)
SEL MODO GRAB
SEL MODO MOV
(A)
4. AJUSTE OPCION 1 (P. 35)
1-2. AJUSTE HORA (P. 25)
TIEM ALARMA
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8.3. Spanish menu