Vicon V1400X-DVC-3 User manual

XX090
V1400X-DVC-3
Master Control Station
Instruction Manual
Vicon Part No. 8009-8090-02-00Rev 1102 Section 9
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Contents
Introduction .........................................................................................................................1
System Configurations ..................................................................................................................................2
System Maximums .........................................................................................................................................2
Installation and Programming Overview .....................................................................................................3
Installation: Standalone System ........................................................................................4
Installation: AURORA/VCR ONLY......................................................................................6
Installation: NOVA/AURORA/VCR......................................................................................8
Installation: MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR...........................................................................10
The AurorANet Bus ...........................................................................................................12
Joystick Devices ...............................................................................................................14
V1400X-DJT Desk-Top Joystick..................................................................................................................14
V1400X-JST Joystick Keypad .....................................................................................................................15
Passcodes & User IDs ......................................................................................................16
Defining the ID & Passcode.........................................................................................................................16
Logging On .................................................................................................................................................16
Logging Off .................................................................................................................................................16
Changing Your Passcode............................................................................................................................17
Removing Passcodes ..................................................................................................................................17
Defining Auto-Logout Time .........................................................................................................................17
Preliminary Steps ..............................................................................................................18
Controlling Screen Brightness and Contrast ............................................................................................18
Key Entry Options ........................................................................................................................................18
Entering & Exiting the Main Setup Screen ................................................................................................18
Viewing the Current Status .........................................................................................................................19
Disabling the Joystick..................................................................................................................................19
Adjusting the Joystick .................................................................................................................................19
Defining Auxiliary Devices ..........................................................................................................................20
Communication Settings ..................................................................................................21
Setting Keypad Addresses..........................................................................................................................21
Defining the RS-485 Protocol......................................................................................................................22
Setting Baud Rates ......................................................................................................................................23
System Settings ................................................................................................................25
Selecting the Mode.......................................................................................................................................25
Defining the Mode ........................................................................................................................................26
Standalone..................................................................................................................................................26
NOVA/AURORA/VCR.................................................................................................................................26
MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR........................................................................................................................26
AURORA/VCR ONLY .................................................................................................................................27
Defining VCR Systems.................................................................................................................................27
Defining AurorA Systems............................................................................................................................28
Controlling AurorAcorDs from a System Console ......................................................................................29
Alarms ................................................................................................................................29

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Defining Buzzer Control .............................................................................................................................. 29
Returning to Preset 1 in an Alarm Condition ............................................................................................ 31
Activating Auxiliary Devices in an Alarm Condition ................................................................................ 31
Download/Upload ............................................................................................................. 32
Operation: 1300 & 1400 Series ........................................................................................ 33
System .......................................................................................................................................................... 34
Monitor .......................................................................................................................................................... 34
Camera .......................................................................................................................................................... 34
Presets .......................................................................................................................................................... 34
Autoiris.......................................................................................................................................................... 35
Lens Speed................................................................................................................................................... 35
Pan/Tilt Speed .............................................................................................................................................. 35
Autopan......................................................................................................................................................... 35
Auxiliary Devices ......................................................................................................................................... 36
Communication Failure ............................................................................................................................... 36
Clearing Errors............................................................................................................................................. 36
Printing Video............................................................................................................................................... 36
Help ............................................................................................................................................................... 36
Operation: 1300 Series Only............................................................................................ 37
Bypass .......................................................................................................................................................... 37
Sequence ...................................................................................................................................................... 37
Monitor Dwell ............................................................................................................................................... 37
Alarms ........................................................................................................................................................... 37
Alarm Dwell .................................................................................................................................................. 38
Operation: 1400 Series Only............................................................................................ 38
Tours ............................................................................................................................................................. 38
Salvos............................................................................................................................................................ 38
Home Position.............................................................................................................................................. 38
Alarms ........................................................................................................................................................... 38
Crosspoint Reset ......................................................................................................................................... 39
Cage Reset ................................................................................................................................................... 39
Operation: Multiplexers & Digital Recorders ................................................................. 39
Unit ................................................................................................................................................................ 40
Monitor Selection......................................................................................................................................... 40
Joystick Control........................................................................................................................................... 41
Full Screen Display...................................................................................................................................... 41
Passcodes .................................................................................................................................................... 41
Multipicture Display..................................................................................................................................... 42
Freeze and Restore...................................................................................................................................... 42
Recording Video .......................................................................................................................................... 43
Playing Back Video...................................................................................................................................... 43
Sequencing Video........................................................................................................................................ 44
Quick Setup Screens ................................................................................................................................... 44
Macros........................................................................................................................................................... 44
Electronic Pan, Tilt, Zoom........................................................................................................................... 45
Programming................................................................................................................................................ 45
Receiver/Mechanical PTZ Mode ................................................................................................................. 45
Help ............................................................................................................................................................... 46
Operation: VCRs............................................................................................................... 46
Unit ................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Mode.............................................................................................................................................................. 47

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Printing Video ...............................................................................................................................................47
Record ...........................................................................................................................................................47
Stop/Rewind/Play .........................................................................................................................................47
Fast Forward (Shuttle Forward)..................................................................................................................47
Frame Shift (Jog) ..........................................................................................................................................48
Pause .............................................................................................................................................................48
Help................................................................................................................................................................48
Operation: Macros.............................................................................................................49
Creating a Macro ..........................................................................................................................................49
Running a Macro ..........................................................................................................................................50
Diagnostics........................................................................................................................50
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................52
Fuse Replacement........................................................................................................................................52
Reference...........................................................................................................................52
Software Version Number and Date ...........................................................................................................52
Contents of System Console Accessory Kit .............................................................................................52
Joystick Speed Responses .........................................................................................................................52
Cable Recommendations ............................................................................................................................53
RS-422 Cabling ..........................................................................................................................................53
RS-232 Cabling ..........................................................................................................................................53
RS-485 Cabling ..........................................................................................................................................53
Messages ......................................................................................................................................................54
Monitors ......................................................................................................................................................54
Presets........................................................................................................................................................54
Cameras .....................................................................................................................................................54
Miscellaneous .............................................................................................................................................54
Alarms and Communication Failures..........................................................................................................55
Technical Information .......................................................................................................55
V1400X-DVC-3 System Console..................................................................................................................55
V1400X-JST Joystick Keypad .....................................................................................................................56
V1400X-DJT Desk-Top Joystick..................................................................................................................56
Shipping Instructions .......................................................................................................57
Index...................................................................................................................................58

XX090-02-00 Rev 1102 System Console Introduction •1
Introduction
Note: Read all of the instructions completely before installing or operating this equipment.
The information in this manual covers installation, programming and operation for the V1400X-DVC-3
System Console. The installation procedures should only be performed by a qualified technician using
approved materials in accordance with national, state and local wiring codes.
The V1400X-DVC-3 System Console is a central control station capable of controlling camera stations
connected to Vicon’s NOVACPU-based matrix control systems, digital multiplexers and video cassette
recorders (VCRs). The menu-based LCD display changes to display the proper functionality for the
selected control system. Selections are made using fiber optic backlit soft keys and the system console
keyboard. Multicolored, oversized keys and a hand rest, as well as user-defined macros and an on-line
help system are just a few of the features that make the system console easy to use. Refer to Figure 1
(hand rest not shown).
1 2 3
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6 AUX
7 8 9 PRE
0
CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
Figure 1
V1400X-DVC-3 System Console
Fiber optic backlit soft
keys are used to make
selections based on the
selected NOVA control
system.
The LCD menu
system is easy
to navigate and
features pop-
up on-line help.
Function keys
are used to
access the
macro screens.
You may have
64 macros,
each with up to
16 keystrokes.
Any camera in
the system
may be quickly
selected.
A detailed multi-page
help system contains
instructions on system
console functions.
Oversized monitor and
camera keys are
conveniently located.

2 •Introduction XX090-02-00 Rev 1102 System Console
System Configurations
There are four general system configurations using the V1400X-DVC-3 System Console: Standalone,
NOVA/AURORA/VCR, MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR and AURORA/VCR ONLY.
• In a standalone system, there is no control system (CPU). You may connect receivers directly to
the system console in this configuration. Multiple keyboards may be connected in all
configurations except for standalone.
• AURORA/VCR ONLY systems allow you to control multiplexers and VCRs. Like standalone
systems, AURORA/VCR ONLY systems do not include a control system. When using VCRs, you
must also use Vicon's Multi-Output Interface devices (MIU).
• In an MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR system, you will need a Multi-System Selector. The master
system console can be used to select each of the control systems using the system console
V1300 or V1400 Series Control screen. You may use Vicon’s proprietary AurorANet 2-wire RS-
485 protocol in MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR systems.
• A NOVA/AURORA/VCR system does not require the multi-system selector, as control system
selection is not relevant (there is only one control system). You may use Vicon’s proprietary
AurorANet 2-wire RS-485 protocol in NOVA/AURORA/VCR systems.
Two control (or “pointing”) devices are available for use with the system console, the V1400X-JST
Joystick Keypad and the V1400X-DJT Desk-Top Joystick. Only one device may be used at a time. The
joystick keypad may be customized for left- or right-handed users using a conveniently located switch. A
trackball, with an optional trackball shaft, is used to control receiver functions. Buttons are used to control
lens functions. The desk-top joystick contains one button and a rotatable shaft knob which can control all
lens functions and LEDs to indicate which function is active. A traditional joystick is used for receiver
control. Both the joystick keypad’s trackball and the V1400X-DJT’s joystick are used to make choices in
the AurorA99/AurorA or AurorA2000 menu system.
V1400X-DJT Desk-Top Joystick
System Maximums
You may connect up to the following number of components:
 255 receivers and 1 matrix switcher (standalone mode only)
 1 joystick device, 2 auxiliary devices, 1 RS-232 device (all modes)
 1 NOVA control system (NOVA/AurorA/VCR mode) or 16 NOVA control systems
(MSS/NOVA/AurorA/VCR mode, using 1 Multi-System Selector)
 the following number of components (excluding standalone mode), depending upon which
protocol is used:
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
V1400X-JST Joystick Keypad
Using A99 Protocol, 7 additional V1400X-DVC/V1400X-DVC-G System Consoles, 8 MIUs,
each connected to up to 4 AurorA99/AurorA multiplexers and/or VCRs.
Using AurorANet (referred to as “A2000” protocol in the System Console screens): 79
additional AurorANet devices, such as AurorA2000 multiplexers/AurorAcorDs (maximum o
f
32), V1400X-DVC-3 System Consoles and A2K-KBD Remote Keyboards (maximum of 16).
You may also connect the V800MIU-3 to use VCRs and AurorA/Auror
A
99 multiplexers
(
maximum of 32
)
.

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Installation and Programming Overview
The installation pages in this manual are set up in four sections, to reflect the four installation
configurations. In addition to choosing the correct installation configuration, you must also define your
system correctly using the system console software. The following steps will enable you to decide which
configuration is appropriate for your CCTV site and direct you to the corresponding programming
sections.
1. Your first step is to choose the installation configuration (mode) for your system.
If you have… then the appropriate configuration is…
• no control system (CPU) and want to control receivers and
use a matrix switcher to switch video
• Standalone, refer to page 4
• no CPU and want to control multiplexers and VCRs • AURORA/VCR ONLY, refer to page 6
• one NOVA CPU and want to control multiplexers and VCRs • NOVA/AURORA/VCR, refer to page 8
• more than one NOVA CPU and want to control multiplexers
and VCRs
• MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR, refer to
page 10
2. If you will connect the System Console to the AurorANet bus, refer to page 12.
3. If you will use the V1400X-DJT Desk-Top Joystick or V1400X-JST Joystick Keypad, refer to page 12.
4. Refer to page 16 to begin programming the system console software, continuing to define your
settings until you reach the chapter titled Communication Settings. If you chose standalone mode,
skip to the next step. If you chose any other mode and will use multiplexers in your system, you must
choose a protocol (A2000 or A99). "A2000 Protocol" refers to Vicon's proprietary 2-wire RS-485
AurorANet protocol. You may connect AurorANet devices directly to the system console. Examples of
typical devices employing AurorANet are the AurorA2000 multiplexer, this version of the system
console and the A2K-KBD Remote Keyboard. "A99 Protocol" refers to devices which do not have
AurorANet protocol, such as the AurorA/AurorA99 multiplexer and earlier versions of the system
console. To use these devices, you must use an MIU, as discussed in the MIU instruction manual.
Refer to Setting Keypad Addresses on page 21 and choose the protocol.
5. Continue with the System Settings chapter, using the following to reference the correct section. You
will only define one system (standalone, NOVA/AURORA/VCR, MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR or
AURORA/VCR ONLY), so disregard the other sections under Defining the Mode.
If you have… refer to…
Standalone mode Defining the Mode, Standalone, page 26
AURORA/VCR ONLY mode Defining the Mode, AURORA/VCR ONLY, page 27
NOVA/AURORA/VCR mode Defining the Mode, NOVA/AURORA/VCR, page 26
MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR mode Defining the Mode, MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR, page 26
5. If you have chosen any mode except standalone, you may have multiplexers in your system. If so,
refer to page 28.
6. Refer to page 27 if you have VCRs in your system. VCRs cannot be used in standalone mode.
7. Continue with the programming chapters, referring to the Reference chapter if necessary.
Note: Vicon strongly recommends the use of line conditioners, voltage regulators and uninterruptible
power supply systems (UPS) to prevent voltage fluctuations that can affect operation and cause
damage to the equipment.
Warning: Do not apply power to any unit until all connections are properly made.

4 •Installation: Standalone System XX090-02-00 Rev 1102 System Console
Installation: Standalone System
Make connections as shown in the figure and tables below. Refer to the Reference chapter for cable
recommendations.
250V SB
2A 10-12VAC
RISK OF FIRE REPLACE
FUSEAS MARKED
CAUTION
PWR/COMM JOYSTICK CONTROL OUT
+AC –
Connect to switcher
card cage's Control
In connector.
Connect to RS-485 or RS-232
device(s). Connect to auxiliary
devices.
Pin No.
RS-485
RS-232
Signal Name
RS485 + (A)
RS485 – (B)
Ground
1
6
7
Pin No.
Auxiliary Devices
Signal Name
Ground
Aux 1
Aux 2
7
8
9
Pin No. Signal Name
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
Ground
2
3
4
5
7
Power supply with cable supplied.
RS232/RS485
AUX
RS232
RS485
AUX
System Console "RS232,
RS485, AUX" Connector.
1
Connect to receiver
OR distribution line
control.
RJ45 Termination Box
Part No. 1800-0566-01
(Use Standalone Label
Part No. 1901-5469-03)
Cable Part No.
1806-5381-02
RECEIVER
SYSTEM CONSOLE REAR PANEL
Connect the appropriate power
supply to this connector:
V1400X-PS for 120 VAC
V1400X-PS-230 for 230 VAC.
Connect to
V1400X-DJT or
V1400X-JST.
RD
BK
OR
BL W
BR
YL
G
N.C.
Resp In +
Comm Out +
N.C.
N.C.
Resp In – Comm Out –
Ground
Termination Box
8000-8595-00-00
8002-9338-00-00
8000-8594-05-00

8004-8526-01
Figure 2
Standalone Installation

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V1400X-DJT
V1400X-JST
System Console
Switcher Card Cage
(without CPU card)
RS-232
RS-422
AUX
Device
1
AUX
Device
2
RS-232
Device
Distribution Line Control
ReceiverReceiver Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
1 2 3
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6 AUX
7 8 9 PRE
0
CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
OR
Figure 3
Sample Standalone System

6 •Installation: AURORA/VCR ONLY XX090-02-00 Rev 1102 System Console
Installation: AURORA/VCR ONLY
Make connections as shown in the figure and tables below. Refer to the Reference chapter for cable
recommendations.
250V SB
2A 10-12VAC
RISK OF FIRE REPLACE
FUSEAS MARKED
CAUTION
PWR/COMM JOYSTICK RS232/RS485
AUX
CONTROL OUT
+AC –
1
Connect the appropriate power
supply to this connector:
V1400X-PS for 120 VAC
V1400X-PS-230 for 230 VAC.
Connect to
V1400X-DJT or
V1400X-JST.
This connector not
used in AurorA/VCR
Only mode.
This connector is not
used in AurorA/VCR
Only mode.
For A99 Protocol: Connect to MIU(s)
to use VCRs and/or AurorA99/AurorA
multiplexers.
For A2000 Protocol: Connect directly
to RS-485 devices using Vicon's
AurorANet protocol. Note that the
V800MIU-3 uses AurorANet protocol
and must be used to connect to
AurorA99/AurorA multiplexers and
VCRs.
Note: You must choose A2000 or A99
protocol during programming. You
may not mix both protocols on one
system console.
*
*
Connect to RS-485* or RS-232
device(s). Connect to auxiliary
devices.
Pin No.
RS-485
RS-232
Signal Name
RS485 + (A)
RS485 – (B)
Ground
1
6
7
Pin No.
Auxiliary Devices
Signal Name
Ground
Aux 1
Aux 2
7
8
9
Pin No. Signal Name
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
Ground
2
3
4
5
7
RS232
RS485
AUX
System Console "RS232,
RS485, AUX" Connector.
SYSTEM CONSOLE REAR PANEL
8000-8595-00-00
8002-9338-00-00
8000-8594-05-00

8004-8526-01
Figure 4
AURORA/VCR ONLY Installation

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V
V
V
V
AurorA Multiplexer
V
V
V
V
AurorA2000 Multiplexer
System Console
System Console
VCR
V
V
V
V
AurorA99 Multiplexer
VCR
V800MIU-3
A2K-KBD
RS-485 AurorANet
AUX
Device
1
AUX
Device
2
RS-232
Device
V1400X-DJT
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
123
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6 AUX
789 PRE
0
CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
OR
V1400X-JST
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
V
V
V
V
AurorA Multiplexer
System Console
System Console
VCR
V
V
V
V
AurorA99 Multiplexer
VCR
V800MIU-3
A2K-KBD
AUX
Device
1
AUX
Device
2
RS-232
Device
V1400X-DJT
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
1 2 3
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6 AUX
7 8 9 PRE
0
CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
OR
V1400X-JST
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
Figure 5
Sample AURORA/VCR ONLY Systems
V800KBD
Using AurorANet "A2000" Protocol Using "A99" Protocol
RS-232
RS-232RS-232
RS-232

8 •Installation: NOVA/AURORA/VCR XX090-02-00 Rev 1102 System Console
Installation: NOVA/AURORA/VCR
Make connections as shown in the figure and tables below (see Reference for cable recommendations).
250V SB
2A 10-12VAC
RISK OF FIRE REPLACE
FUSEAS MARKED
CAUTION
PWR/COMM JOYSTICK RS232/RS485
AUX
CONTROL OUT
+AC –
Connect the appropriate power
supply to this connector:
V1400X-PS for 120 VAC
V1400X-PS-230 for 230 VAC.
Connect to
V1400X-DJT or
V1400X-JST.
This connector not
used in
NOVA/AurorA/VCR
mode.
Connect to NOVA
control system's
RS-422 connector.
Connect to RS-485* or RS-232
device(s). Connect to auxiliary
devices.
Pin No.
RS-485
RS-232
Signal Name
RS485 + (A)
RS485 – (B)
Ground
1
6
7
Pin No.
Auxiliary Devices
Signal Name
Ground
Aux 1
Aux 2
7
8
9
Pin No. Signal Name
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
Ground
2
3
4
5
7
System Console "RS232,
RS485, AUX" Connector.
Power supply with cable supplied.
RS232
RS485
AUX
1
Note: To connect a video printer,
connectAux 1 (pin 8) to the tip
of a stereo 1/8” jack. Connect
GND (pin 7) to the sleeve of a
stereo 1/8” jack. Insert the 1/8”
jack into the “Remote 2” jack on
the back of the video printer.
RD
BK
OR
BL W
BR
YL
G
N.C.
Comm In +
Resp Out +
N.C.
N.C.
Comm In – Resp Out –
Ground
Termination Box
RJ45 Termination Box
Part No. 1800-0566-01
Cable Part No.
1806-5381-02 SYSTEM CONSOLE REAR PANEL
8000-8595-00-00
8002-9338-00-00
8000-8594-05-00

8004-8526-01
For A99 Protocol: Connect to MIU(s) to use VCRs and/or
AurorA99/AurorA multiplexers.
For A2000 Protocol: Connect directly to RS-485 devices using
Vicon'sAurorANet protocol. Note that the V800MIU-3 uses
AurorANet protocol and must be used to connect to
AurorA99/AurorA multiplexers and VCRs.
Note: You must choose A2000 or A99 protocol during programming.
You may not mix both protocols on one system console.
*
*
Figure 6
NOVA/AURORA/VCR Installation
Note: To connect multiple System Consoles using RS-422, you will need to use one or more of Vicon’s Fail-Safe
Devices. Refer to Instruction Manual X983 for more information.

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.
V
V
V
V
AurorA Multiplexer
V1400X-DJT
V1400X-JST
NOVA V1422
RS-422RS-485
System Console
AUX
Device
1
VCR
V
V
V
V
AurorA99 Multiplexer
VCR
V800MIU-3
AUX
Device
2
RS-232
Device
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
123
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6 AUX
789 PRE
0
CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
OR
V
V
V
V
AurorA Multiplexer
V1400X-DJT
V1400X-JST
NOVA V1422
RS-422
System Console
AUX
Device
1
VCR
V
V
V
V
AurorA99 Multiplexer
VCR
V800MIU-3
AUX
Device
2
RS-232
Device
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
123
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6AUX
789PRE
0
CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
OR
V
V
V
V
AurorA2000 Multiplexer
A2K-KBD
RS-485 AurorANet
Figure 7
Sam
p
le NOVA/AURORA/VCR
Using "A99" Protocol
Using AurorANet "A2000" Protocol RS-232
RS-232

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Installation: MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR
Make connections as shown in the figure and tables below (see Reference for cable recommendations).
Note: To connect multiple System Consoles using RS-422, you will need to use one or more of Vicon’s Fail-Safe
Devices. Refer to Instruction Manual X983 for more information.
Connect to
Control In on
Multi-System
Selector.
250V SB
2A 10-12VAC
RISK OF FIRE REPLACE
FUSEAS MARKED
CAUTION PWR/COMM JOYSTICK RS232/RS485
AUX
CONTROL OUT
+AC –
Connect to Keypad
connector on Multi-
System Selector
Connect to RS-485* or RS-232
device(s). Connect to auxiliary
devices.
Power supply with cable supplied.
Cable supplied with the Multi-System Selector.
RS232
RS485
AUX
1
MSS
Connect the appropriate power
supply to this connector:
V1400X-PS for 120 VAC
V1400X-PS-230 for 230 VAC.
Connect to
V1400X-DJT or
V1400X-JST.
Pin No.
RS-485
RS-232
Signal Name
RS485 + (A)
RS485 – (B)
Ground
1
6
7
Pin No.
Auxiliary Devices
Signal Name
Ground
Aux 1
Aux 2
7
8
9
Pin No. Signal Name
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
Ground
2
3
4
5
7
System Console "RS232,
RS485, AUX" Connector.
Note: To connect a video printer,
connectAux 1 (pin 8) to the tip
of a stereo 1/8” jack. Connect
GND (pin 7) to the sleeve of a
stereo 1/8” jack. Insert the 1/8”
jack into the “Remote 2” jack on
the back of the video printer.
RD
BK
OR
BL W
BR
YL
G
N.C.
Comm In +
Resp Out +
N.C.
N.C.
Comm In – Resp Out –
Ground
Termination Box
For A99 Protocol: Connect to MIU(s) to use VCRs and/or
AurorA99/AurorA multiplexers.
For A2000 Protocol: Connect directly to RS-485 devices using
Vicon'sAurorANet protocol. Note that the V800MIU-3 uses
AurorANet protocol and must be used to connect to
AurorA99/AurorA multiplexers and VCRs.
Note: You must choose A2000 or A99 protocol during programming.
You may not mix both protocols on one system console.
*
*
RJ45 Termination Box
Part No. 1800-0566-01
Cable Part No.
1806-5381-02 SYSTEM CONSOLE REAR PANEL
8000-8595-00-00
8002-9338-00-00
8000-8594-05-00

8004-8526-01
Figure 8
MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR Installation

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V
V
V
V
AurorA Multiplexer
V1400X-DJT
V1400X-JST
RS-422
System Console
AUX
Device
1
VCR
V
V
V
V
AurorA99 Multiplexer
VCR
V800MIU-3
AUX
Device
2
RS-232
Device
V
V
V
V
AurorA2000 Multiplexer
A2K-KBD
RS-485 AurorANet
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
1 2 3
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6 AUX
7 8 9 PRE
0
CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
OR
POWER
Multi-System Selector
Connects to a Maximum of 8 NOVA Control Systems (CPUs)
V
V
V
V
AurorA Multiplexer
V1400X-DJT
V1400X-JST
RS-422RS-485
System Console
AUX
Device
1
VCR
V
V
V
V
AurorA99 Multiplexer
VCR
V800MIU-3
AUX
Device
2
RS-232
Device
V1400X–DJT
ZOOM
TILT
PAN
FOCUS
IRIS
123
?
4 5
F1 F2
F3 F4 6AUX
789PRE
0CLEAR MONITOR
F5 F6
F7 F8
CAMERA
FOCUS
FAR
IRIS
CLOSE ZOOM
OUT
FOCUS
NEAR
IRIS
OPEN ZOOM
IN
OR
POWER
Multi-System Selector
Connects to a Maximum of 8 NOVA Control Systems (CPUs)
V800KBD
Figure 9
Sample MSS/NOVA/AURORA/VCR
Installation
Using "A99" Protocol
Using AurorANet "A2000" Protocol
Multi-System Selector

12 •The AurorANet Bus XX090-02-00 Rev 1102 System Console
The AurorANet Bus
AurorANet is a proprietary 2-wire RS-485 protocol used to communicate between Vicon devices such as
AurorA2000 multiplexers, AurorAcorD digital recorders, system consoles and V800MIU-3A Multi-Output
Interface Devices. To maintain the proper voltage level on the AurorANet, you must define the position of
each device in the communications line. The first and last devices must be set to "end-of-line". All of your
other devices must be defined as "not end-of-line".
Note: The system console software uses the terminology “A2000 Protocol” to refer to AurorANet.
You may connect the system console on an AurorANet bus if you are using any mode except standalone
mode. An example of the system console on an AurorANet bus is shown for each applicable
configuration (MSS/NOVA/AurorA/VCR, NOVA/AurorA/VCR and AurorA/VCR ONLY) in the previous
sections of this manual. If you will use AurorANet, perform the following procedure to define your system
console as “end-of-line” or “not end-of-line”:
1. Decide on the physical location of the system console in the communications line (end or middle).
2. Locate the DIP switch on the bottom panel of the system console.
1 2 3 4
ON
EIA-485 TERM
SW 2-4 ON
END OF LINE
SW 2-4 OFF
NOT END OF LINE
SW 1 NOT USED
1 2 3 4
ON
EIA-485 TERM
SW 2-4 ON
END OF LINE
SW 2-4 OFF
NOT END OF LINE
SW 1 NOT USED
Figure 10
Location of DIP Switch
3. Set the switch as shown in Figure 10 for “end-of-line” or “not end-of-line”. Refer to Figure 11 for an
example of a system with two system consoles (one in the middle of the line and one at a end).
4. You must also set the system console software to A2000 protocol and define a system controller.
These choices are discussed in Programming chapter of this manual.

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*
V1400X-DVC-3
1 2 3 4
ON
End-of-Line
Pole 1 OFF
Poles 2-4 ON
Note: Use the AurorANet Quick Guide for detailed connections to all AurorANet devices.
RS232/RS485
CONTROL OUT
JOYSTICK
AUX
PWR/COMM
CAUTION
V1400X-DVC-3
8000-8595-00-00
8002-9338-00-00
8000-8594-05-00

8004-8526-01
RS485 DATA — (pin 6)
RS485 DATA+ (pin 1)
1 2 3 4
ON
Not End-of-Line
Poles 1-4 OFF
DIP switch located on bottom panel.
DIP switch located on bottom panel.
**
*
*
Max cable distance 10’.
RS-485AurorANet
max. dist. 5000 ft (1524 m)
Belden 8437 or 8441

MECHANICALPAN TILT ZOOM
AURORACORD
MECHANICALPAN TILT ZOOM
AURORACORD
A2K-KBD
MECHANICALPAN TILT ZOOM
AURORACORD
Note: As shown in the figure above, the sum of all cabling on the AurorANet RS-485 bus, from one end
of the line to the other end of the line, must not exceed 5000 ft. Cabling leading to intermediate (not
end-of-line) termination boxes can have two cables of length greater than 10 ft and two cables of
length less than 10 feet.
Figure 11
Example of System Consoles on the AurorANet Bus