Vicon V707 User manual

XX109
MODEL V707
DIGITAL FOUR-CHANNEL VIDEO
TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
VICON INDUSTRIES INC., 89 ARKAY DRIVE, HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788
TEL: 631-952-CCTV (2288) FAX: 631-951-CCTV (2288) TOLL FREE: 800-645-9116
UK: [phone] INFOFAX: 800-287-1207 WEB www.vicon-cctv.com
24-Hour Technical Support: 800-34-VICON (800-348-4266)
Vicon part number 8009-8109-00-00 Section 10 Rev 1002

Dear Valued Customer:
Thank you for selecting Vicon systems and products
for your video needs.
Since Vicon's beginning in 1967, our only business
has been the design, engineering, and production of
the highest quality video systems and equipment for
use in a wide variety of security, safety, control, sur-
veillance, and communication applications.
We stand behind the quality and dependability of every product with an
industry leading Beneficial Use warranty.
If you are not satisfied with a Vicon product or service, I would like to know.
Your complete satisfaction is the mission of every Vicon employee.
Sincerely,
Kenneth M. Darby
President

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
GRAPHIC SYMBOL EXPLANATION
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the pres-
ence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the prod-
uct's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to con-
stitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important oper-
ating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the unit.
IMPORTANT
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instruc-
tions should be read before the video product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - All the safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the video product and
in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cleaning - Step a applies to equipment that can be dis-
connected from the CCTV system without seriously jeop-
ardizing security. Step b applies to equipment that must
operate continuously such as video switching equipment at
military installations.
a. Disconnect this video product from its power source
before cleaning. Do not use caustic, abrasive, or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
b. Use a damp cloth to clean the equipment. Do not allow
moisture or liquids to enter any vents. Do not use caus-
tic, abrasive, or aerosol cleaners.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recom-
mended by Vicon as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this video product in
any location where it may be exposed to water or moisture.
This does not apply to outdoor camera housings, outdoor
pan-and-tilt drives, and other equipment designed for direct
exposure to outdoor environments.
8. Accessories - Do not place this video product on any
unstable surface or table. The video product may fall, caus-
ing serious injury to a person and serious damage to the
video product. Use only with a mounting accessory recom-
mended by Vicon, or sold with the video product. Any
mounting of the video product should follow Vicon's instruc-
tions, and a mounting accessory recommended by Vicon
should be used.
9. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are pro-
vided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
video product and to protect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the video product on a
rug or other similar surface. This video product should
never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
This video product should not be placed in a built-in instal-
lation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or Vicon's instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources - This video product should be oper-
ated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power sup-
plied to your installation site, consult your Vicon dealer or
local power company. For video products intended to oper-
ate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the oper-
ating instructions.
11. Grounding - This applies to video products equipped
with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This plug only fits into a grounding-type
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety pur-
pose of the grounding-type plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying par-
ticular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the video product.

13. Outdoor Cable Grounding - If an outside
cable system is connected to the video product, be
sure the cable system is grounded so as to pro-
vide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1984, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna-dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
14. Lightning - For added protection for this
video product when it is not used for long periods
of time, disconnect it from its power source and
from the cable system. This prevents damage to
the video product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
15. Power Lines - An outside cable system
should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits,
or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside cable system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.
16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push
objects of any kind into this video product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could result in a fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the video product.
18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this
video product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified serv-
ice personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect this
video product from its power source and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions. Note that step c does not
apply to outdoor camera housings, outdoor pan-
and-tilt drives and other equipment specifically
designed for direct exposure to outdoor environ-
ments.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fall-
en into the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain
or water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an improper adjust-
ment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the video prod-
uct to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct
change in performance - this indicates a need
for service.
20. Replacement Parts - When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by Vicon or
that have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any serv-
ice or repairs to this video product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the video product is in proper operating condi-
tion.

GENERAL
This manual is a guide to the installation and operation of
the V707 series fiber optic video transmission system.
Please read the entire manual before installing the equip-
ment.
NOTE: The series numbers V707T and V707R are used
to describe all models of transmitters and receivers
unless noted otherwise.
The V707 series video transmission system offers simul-
taneous transmission of four channels of digital video.
The V707 system operates over one multimode fiber.
A complete system consists of a transmitter, V707T, and a
receiver, V707R.
Units are designed for standalone operation or for instal-
lation in Vicon’s V515R-PS or V517R-PS Card Cages
(V707T-R and V707R-R).
Both the V707T transmitter and V707R receiver have four
video input connectors and one fiber connector.
Unpacking the Unit
In the event that anything is missing from the following
list, contact your authorized Vicon representative.
V707T Transmitter or V707R Receiver
Instruction manual
Save the original packing materials in case it becomes
necessary to return the unit. Refer to the Shipping
Instructions at the end of this manual.
MODULE SETUP
Alarm Jumper
Rack cards are supplied with an alarm function that acti-
vates if the optical signal input to the card fails. The alarm
is always indicated on the front panel of the card by a red
LEVEL/LOSSTM LED. The alarm may also be output to
the rack power supply, where a sonalert (audible alarm)
and alarm output contact closure may be activated.
The alarm is set to ON (position 1) at the factory. If the
alarm output is not desired, move the Alarm jumper to
position 2 (OFF). Refer to Figure 2 on page 3.
NOTE: Setting the Alarm jumper to OFF does not effect
the operation of the LEVEL/LOSSTM LED. Loss of optical
signal will always be indicated by a red LEVEL/LOSSTM
LED.
Video Format/Test Pattern Generator
The V707 links support both NTSC and PAL video stan-
dards without adjustment. The V707T transmitter and
V707R receiver have a jumper or a switch to select the
video format and enable the test pattern generator. To set
the video format for the test pattern generator:
NOTE: In order for the test pattern generator to operate
properly, both the transmitter and receiver must be set to
the same format.
1. On rack modules, set jumper W2 to the NTSC, PAL,
or OFF position. See Figure 2.
2. On surface mount units, switch S1, located on the
rear of the unit, configures the test pattern generator.
Set switch S1 position 1 to ON to enable test pat-
terns. Set switch S1 position 2 to ON for NTSC or to
OFF for PAL. See Figure 3.
V707 DIGITAL FOUR-CHANNEL
VIDEO TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
continued on page 3
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FIGURE 1: SYSTEM DIAGRAM
one
optical fiber
Video Out 1
Video Out 2
Video Out 3
Video Out 4
Video In 1
Video In 4
Video In 3
Video In 2
V707T
V707R

FIGURE 2: RACK-MOUNT RECEIVER AND TRANSMITTER
RECEIVER
ALARM
1 - ON
2 - OFF
TEST
1 - NTSC
2 - PAL
3 - OFF
12123
JP1
TRANSMITTER
JP1
NTSC
PAL
DISABLE
VIDEO OUT 1
VIDEO OUT 2
VIDEO OUT 3
VIDEO OUT 4
OPTICAL
CONNECTOR
VIDEO IN 1
VIDEO IN 2
VIDEO IN 3
VIDEO IN 4
OPTICAL
CONNECTOR
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INSTALLATION
Installation Considerations
This fiber-optic link is supplied in two forms, as a stand-
alone module and as a rack card. Units should be installed
in dry locations protected from extremes of temperature
and humidity.
Standalone Modules
1. Determine where the module is to be installed and
ensure that there is adequate space at both ends for
making the various cable connections and for reading
the diagnostic LEDs.
2. Standalone modules are provided with mounting holes
for four No. 6 screws (3-mm or 3.5-mm screws). The
type of screw chosen must be suitable for the surface
on which the module is to be mounted.
Rack Cards
Rack cards are designed to be installed in one of Vicon’s
19-inch (483-mm) EIA standard card-cage racks, either the
V515R-PS or the V517R-PS.
CAUTION: Although a rack card may be installed
without turning off power to the rack (hot-swappable),
Vicon recommends that the power switch on the rack power
supply is turned OFF and that the rack power supply is dis-
connected from any power source.
1. Make sure that the card is oriented right-side up and
slide it into the card guides in the rack until the edge
connector at the back of the card seats in the corre-
sponding slot in the rack’s connector panel. Seating
may require thumb pressure on the top and bottom of
the card’s front panel.
CAUTION: Take care not to press on any of the
LEDs.
2. Tighten the two thumb screws on the card until the front
panel of the card is seated against the front of the rack.
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DIGITAL FOUR-CHANNEL VIDEO SYSTEM
FIGURE 3: STANDALONE MODULE, V707T AND V707R
OPTICAL
CONNECTOR
VIDEO 1
CONNECTOR
POWER
CONNECTOR
PIN 1
VIDEO 2
CONNECTOR
VIDEO 3
CONNECTOR
VIDEO 4
CONNECTOR
VIDEO TEST PATTERN SELECT (S1)
(LOCATED ON REAR OF MODULE)
ENABLE
DISABLE 12
ON NTSC
PAL
Power Connections
Pin
Connection
1
+12 –16 VDC
2
24 VAC
3
24 VAC
4
Ground

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CONNECTIONS
Video Cable Connection
Connect the video source cables to the four input BNC
jacks on the V707T transmitter. Connect monitor equipment
to the four output BNC jacks on the V707R receiver. See
Figures 2 and 3.
Vicon suggests that Belden number 9259 or equivalent
coaxial cable should be used.
Fiber Optic Cable Connection
Most cable manufacturers identify the individual fibers in
the cable. Select appropriately terminated fiber and mark
both ends with unique identification label (e.g., for cable no.
03, fiber no. 08) to ensure that the fiber connected to the
near end is the same one that is connected to the far end.
The proper optical connection links the transmitter's OUT
port to the receiver's IN port.
1. Wipe the inside of the port’s sleeve with a lint-free pipe
cleaner moistened with reagent-grade isopropyl alco-
hol. Blow dry with dry air.
2. Clean the connector using a lint-free cloth dampened
with alcohol to thoroughly wipe the side and end of the
ferrule. Blow the ferrule dry with dry air. Visually inspect
the ferrule for lint.
3. Fasten the fiber optic cable to the port.
Power Connections
Standalone modules may be powered either by 24 VAC or
by 13 - 16 VDC. Connect input power according to the
label on the module.
Rack modules’ power connections are made automatically
when the card is installed. To supply power to the rack,
connect the rack power supply to an AC outlet and set the
power switch to ON.
OPERATION
V707 links operate automatically once installed. For an
explanation of LED color codes, see pages 4 through 6
and Tables 2 and 3.
VIDEO TEST PATTERNS
The V707 includes an internal video test pattern generator
that can ease installation and troubleshooting. The test pat-
terns generated can notify the user of a fiber failure or a
video source failure by outputting specific test patterns on
the user’s monitor. This verifies proper functionality of the
digital decoding process as well as troubleshooting fiber
optic interconnections.
Follow the procedures described in VIDEO FORMAT/TEST
PATTERN GENERATOR on page 1 to enable the test pat-
tern generator.
Table 1 provides a summary of the on-screen diagnostic
displays that are available
LED OPERATION
The V707 has 3 LED indicators that are very useful in
describing the current state of operation, as well as the cur-
rent status of data flow and fiber optic signal strength.
These indicators are LEVEL/LOSS (Receiver) VIDEO IN
(Transmitter), VIDEO OUT (Receiver), and LASER
(Transmitter). Tables 2 and 3 provide a summary of LED
operation. See Figure 4.
They function as follows:
LEVEL/LOSS Indicator
This LED is useful for indicating the relative optical signal
strength at the fiber optic receiver. When sufficient optical
power is being received, the LED shines green. As the opti-
cal power is decreased, as happens through long fiber
runs, splices, or connections, the intensity of the
LEVEL/LOSS LED will diminish until the limit of the V707's
sensitivity range has been reached. At this point the LED
will be OFF. If any additional optical attenuation is intro-
duced, the LEVEL/LOSS LED will turn bright RED, indicat-
ing an insufficient amount of optical power is being
received.
VIDEO IN (and OUT) Indicator
The VIDEO IN LEDs indicate the strength of the four video
signals. The VIDEO IN LEDs on the transmitter remain
green as long as adequate video signals are being input to
the transmitter. If the video input becomes too weak on a
particular channel, the LED turns off. The VIDEO OUT
LEDs on the receiver perform a similar function, except that

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DIGITAL FOUR-CHANNEL VIDEO SYSTEM
TABLE 1: ON SCREEN DIAGNOSTICS
Monitor Display
Meaning
Single white bar
No video input to transmitter. At least 1 of the 4 video channels
must be active for this display to appear.
Double white bar
Insufficient optical input to receiver.
Video test pattern or no video
No video input at transmitter on any channel.
TABLE 3: RECEIVER LED DIAGNOSTIC INDICATORS
TABLE 2: TRANSMITTER LED DIAGNOSTIC INDICATORS
LED Name
Color
Indicates/Corrective Action
Green
Sufficient optical power received. No action required.
LEVEL/
LOSS
Red
Insufficient optical power received. Verify fiber connected, within optical budget,
receiver power on.
Green
Adequate video signal received from transmitter. No action required.
VIDEO
OUT
Off
Inadequate video signal received from transmitter. Check video input to
transmitter and check LEVEL/LOSS  for optical signal strength.
LED Name
Color
Indicates/Corrective Action
Green
Laser is operating correctly. No action required.
LASER
Red
Laser is inoperative. Contact Vicon.
Green
Adequate video input signal. No action required.
VIDEO IN
Off
Inadequate video input signal. Check video source and coaxial cable.

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FIGURE 4: DIAGNOSTIC LEDS
V707R Surface Mount Receiver V707R-R Rack Mount Receiver
LVL / LOSS
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
LASER
IN
IN
IN
IN
V707T Surface Mount Transmitter
V707-R
LVL/LOSS
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
V707-T
LASER
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
V707T-R Rack Mount Transmitter
VIDEO
VIDEO

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it refers to the video channels that are output from the
receiver.
NOTE: The V707 monitors the sync signals on the video to
determine the strength of the signal. It does not monitor the
brightness signal. Thus, if the scene in front of a camera is
totally dark, producing a blank monitor screen, the VIDEO
IN/OUT LEDs can still be green.
LASER Indicator
The LASER indicator on the V707T transmitter indicates
the operational status of the laser. A green LASER LED
indicates the laser is operating properly. A red LASER LED
indicates the laser is malfunctioning.
MAINTENANCE
There is no operator maintenance other than keeping the
units clean.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
For installation assistance, or in the event that a unit should
fail or if the cause of a problem cannot be determined, con-
tact Vicon’ technical support at:
TOLL FREE: 800-34-VICON (800-348-4266) or
PHONE: 631-952-CCTV (2288)
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS
Use the following procedure when returning a unit to the
factory:
1. Call or write Vicon for a Return Authorization (R.A.) at
one of the locations listed below.
Record the name of the Vicon employee who issued
the R.A.
Vicon Industries Inc.
89 Arkay Drive
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Phone: 631-952-CCTV (2288)
Toll-Free: 1-800-645-9116
Fax: 631-951-CCTV (2288)
For service or returns from countries in Europe,
contact:
Vicon Industries Ltd
Brunel Way
Fareham, PO15 5TX
United Kingdom
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
2. Attach a sheet of paper to the unit with the following
information:
a. Name and address of the company returning
the unit.
b. Name of the Vicon employee who issued the
R. A.
c. R. A. number.
d. Brief description of the installation.
e. Complete description of the problem and
circumstances under which it occurs.
f. Unit's original date of purchase, if still under
warranty.
3. Pack the unit carefully. Use the original shipping
carton or its equivalent for maximum protection.
4. Mark the R.A. number on the outside of the
carton on the shipping label.

MODEL V707
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ELECTRICAL
Power Requirements:
Surface Mount: 24 VAC 50/60 Hz,
13.5 - 16 VDC.
Rack Mount (all): 13.5 - 16 VDC.
Current Requirement:
Surface Mount: 350 mA.
Rack Mount (all): 600 mA
Power Consumption:
Surface Mount: 5.0 W.
Rack Mount: 9.0 W.
Heat Equivalent:
Surface Mount: 0.28 btu/min (0.07 kg-cal/min).
Rack Mount: 0.5 btu/min (0.13 kg-cal/min).
Note: These figures represent the conversion of 100% of the elec-
trical energy to heat. Actual percentage of heat generated will be
less and will vary from product to product. These figures are pro-
vided as an aid in determining the extent of cooling required for an
installation.
Safety Standard: UL 1950.
Radio Frequency
Emissions Rating: FCC Class A.
European Community
(CE) Standards: EN60950.
VIDEO
Number of Channels: 4.
Formats Supported: NTSC, PAL and SECAM.
Full System Bandwidth: 6 MHz per channel.
Horizontal Video Resolution: 480 TV lines.
Input/Output Impedance: 75 ohms.
Optimum Input Signal: 1 V p-p nominal composite video.
Output Signal Level: 1 V p-p nominal, composite video,
unity gain, ±5%.
Differential Phase: 0.7º.
Differential Gain: 2%.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >55 dB (0 dB loss).
Interconnection Distance: Video devices to transmitter:
≤ 100 ft (30 m).
Receiver to video devices:
≤ 100 ft (30 m).
Note: RG59/U coaxial cable, Belden No. 9259 or equivalent, is
recommended for video interconnection.
OPTICAL
Maximum
Optical Attenuation: 13 dB.
Gain Control: Fully automatic optical (OAGC).
Optical Wavelength: 1300 nm.
Operating Distance: 3.2 mi (5.2 km).
Note: Operating distance is approximate and will be affected by
the type and number of splices in the fiber and by the exact type
of fiber used.
Fiber Type: 62.5 um.
Modulation Type: Digital Time Division Multiplexing
(TDM).
TECHNICAL INFORMATION

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DIGITAL FOUR-CHANNEL VIDEO SYSTEM
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
Optical Connector: ST type.
Video Connector: BNC.
Power Connector: Detachable screw terminal.
Level/Loss™: Bicolor LED.
Laser: Bicolor LED
Video 1-4: Bicolor LED.
MECHANICAL
SURFACE MOUNT MODULES
Dimensions: Length: 4.0 in. (102 mm).
Width: 4.55 in. (116 mm).
Height: 1.95 in. (50 mm).
Weight: 1.5 lb (0.7 kg).
Shipping Diensions: Length: 10.5 in. (266.7 mm).
Width: 7.0 in. (177.8 mm).
Height: 2.0 in. (50.8 mm).
Shipping Volume: 0.085 cu ft (0.0024 cu m).
Shipping Weight: 1.75 lb (0.80 kg).
Construction: Aluminum.
Finish: Black semigloss paint.
Mounting Method: 4 No. 6 (3 or 3.5 mm) screws.
RACK-MOUNT CARDS
Module Width: 1 slot, 1.0 in. (25.4 mm).
Weight: 0.72 lb (0.33 kg).
Shipping Dimensions: Length: 9.75 in. (247.7 mm).
Width: 5.25 in. (133.4 mm).
Height: 1.0 in. (25.4 mm).
Shipping Volume: 0.03 cu ft (0.00085 cu m).
Shipping Weight: 0.82 lb (0.37 kg).
Finish: Black semigloss paint.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature Range: -40 to 167° F (-40 to 75° C).
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% relative,
noncondensing.

Vicon Industries Inc.
Corporate Headquarters
89 Arkay Drive
Hauppauge, New York 11788
631-952-CCTV (2288) 800-645-9116
Fax: 631-951-CCTV (2288)
Infofax: 800-287-1207
Vicon Europe
Headquarters
Brunel Way
Fareham, PO15 5TX
United Kingdom
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Brussels Office
Planet II - Unit E
Leuvensesteenweg 542
B-1930 Zaventem
Belgium
322 712 8780
Fax: [phone]
Vicon China
Unit 5, 17/F, Metropole Square
2 On Yiu Street, Shatin
New Territories,
Hong Kong
(852) 2145-7118
Fax: [phone]
Internet Address: www.vicon-cctv.com