XX096-01-00 Rev 502 V422-VI RS-422 to Vicoax Translator Introduction •• 3
Introduction
The information in this manual covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the V422-VI RS-422 to
Vicoax Translator. This unit should only be installed by a qualified technician using approved materials in
accordance with national, state and local wiring codes. Read this manual through completely before attempting
installation.
Vicon’s V422-VI is an RS-422 to Vicoax translator that allows an RS-422 control to communicate with up to 16
Vicoax receivers. Up to 16 V422-VIs are DIP switch addressable and can be cascaded to address up to a
maximum of 256 Vicoax receivers/cameras. In the event of a failure in the V422-VI, a fail safe circuit allows the
control to communicate to the next RS-422 receiver.
The V422-VI receives RS-422 messages, through a rear panel RJ-45 connector, from a control, like the V1500,
V1400, V1466, V1344, AurorA2000 and AurorAcorD. The RS-422 messages are typically commands for Aux,
pan-and-tilt, and camera functions (focus, iris, zoom, etc). The V422-VI also sends RS-422 status messages
back to the control. The V422-VI sends and receives Vicoax messages, through BNC connectors, to receivers,
like Surveyor, V1311RB and V1305R-DC. The Vicoax messages for both send and receive are RS-422
command and status messages reformatted embedded signal to the receiver camera’s video. The V422-VI is
available with 120 VAC or 230 VAC input, Model V422-VI-230. The term V422-VI is used to refer to both models
unless specifically stated otherwise.
The V422-VI meets FCC requirements for a Class A device.
Table 1
Models, Product Codes and Descriptions
Model Product Code Description
V422-VI 7255 16-input RS-422 to Vicoax translator; 120 VAC
V422-VI-230 7255-01 16-input RS-422 to Vicoax translator; 230 VAC
Accessory Kit
The V422-VI is supplied with an accessory kit. The accessory kit includes:
•1termination box for RJ-45 connection
•1 label for the termination box
•1 10 ft RJ-45 to RJ-45 cable
•1 line cord
Installation
Unpacking and Inspection
All Vicon equipment is tested and inspected before leaving the factory. It is the carrier’s responsibility to deliver
the equipment in the same condition as it left the factory.
