Vicon V1300 Series User manual

TECH NOTE
VICON TECHNICAL SERVICES GROUP
Subject: Upgrading an existing
V1300/V1400 CPU with a V1500 System
Product: V1500CPU/CDU
Number: 1400-0001-77-02
Date: 12/2/08
Replacing a V1300/V1400 series CPU with a V1500CPU
This Tech Note offers suggestions for installing a V1500CPU in place of an existing VPS1300 or VPS1400 Matrix
Switch CPU in either a single or hot-standby configuration. This Tech Note as does not cover database conversion, that
information is provided in other documents.
A V1500CPU system will consist of at least one V1500CPU (computer) and one V1500CDU (communication distribution
unit). Various configurations may have multiple CPUs and CDUs.
Initial Test Procedure:
1. Unbox and setup all components on a suitable work surface. Connect all components according to the
provided literature. Components should be interconnected using a net switch or hub and appropriate LAN
patch cords.
2. With a VGA monitor, mouse and keyboard connected to the V1500CPU, apply power to the V1500CPU and
V1500CDU. The V1500CPU should boot up into the default configuration and the V1500 application should
start.
3. When the CDU is powered, all circuit cards in the V1500CDU should have a red LED indicating power and a
flashing amber LED indicating internal CDU polling. The green LED on the CDU network interface card may be
on at this time. When the V1500 application is running and communicating with the CDU, all CDU cards should
display a green LED.
4. Either transfer the configuration from the CPU to be replaced, or create a new configuration to match the
intended matrix system
5. Connect a Vicon keypad to the CDU serial port designated for keypads. Wiring for the serial port is shown
below in Figure 1.
RI+RI-
CO+CO-
Gnd
V1500CDU-Ser
Keypad or Receiver
6. After applying power to the keypad, it should be recognized by the CPU. At this point, a monitor should be
selected and then a camera. Camera selections should be indicated in the keypad’s camera display window. If
the configuration contains any partitioning, it may be checked at this time.
7. Connect a Vicon PTZ camera’s data input to the CDU serial port(s) designated for receivers. There may be
multiple receiver serial ports depending on system size. On the serial port designated for addresses 1-256,
camera address 1 will be Camera 1 for the keypad call up. On the serial port designated for cameras 257-512,
camera address 1 will be Camera 257 for the keypad call up. Test all serial ports for camera PTZ operation.
8. If the Host Port is to be used, it may be tested at this time by connecting the host computer to the V1500CDU
RS232 serial port, according to Figure 2.
1
9
RxD
TxD
Gnd
Computer Comm Port to
CDU Host Port
DB-9F
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9. When commands are sent from the host computer, alarms, etc., the intended action may be verified by
selecting the appropriate monitor with the keypad and checking to see if the correct camera is indicated in the
keypad display area.
Installation Considerations:
1. Prior to disconnecting any of the operational system, a survey of the system should be completed. This survey
should indicate the addresses of all system keypads and whether they are operational or not. The same should
be completed for all PTZ cameras. Determining if all system components are operational prior to replacing the
CPU will eliminate needless troubleshooting after cutover to the V1500CPU.
Note: If the PTZ control portion of the system utilizes half duplex control it will be necessary to check the
response functionality of the system. A half duplex configuration can typically be distinguished by one of the
following:
• Keypad selection of A/P or A/I results in an indication on the keypad; this is noticeable either on a built-
in button “LED illumination” or a display on the LCD.
• How many pairs of wires are used for the RS422 data. If there are two pairs of wire for each camera
you can probably assume half duplex. If only one pair it will be simplex only.
If the system is wired for duplex and the receiver dipswitches are set for duplex it will be necessary to make
sure the response data is fully functioning. If not you may encounter a problem with PTZ control. The
workaround would be to simply remove the response wires and set the PTZ receivers for simplex.
2. Pre-wiring. Telco blocks should be installed and wired for V1400X-IDL connections to facilitate a plug-and-play
migration of keypads and receivers to the V1500-CDU and should be used as part of the initial test procedure
to verify wiring.
3. The V1500CDU occupies the same amount of rack space (3RU) as either the VPS1300 or the VPS1400;
therefore the V1500CDU will fit in the same space. Placing it in the same space is important because of the
existing control cables.
4. The V1500CPU does not have to be co-located with the CDU because the only interconnection is the LAN.
5. The V1500CPU does need space for a VGA monitor and the keyboard and mouse.
6. If the system has two V1500CPU’s, a Keyboard-Video-Mouse (KVM) switch is recommended to simplify
operation.
7. The V1500CPU is 3.5” (2RU) high and 17.5” deep, excluding connectors. While it is designed to be rack
mounted, consideration should be given to supporting the rear of the chassis by some means in addition to the
front panel screws.
Installation Sequence (Hot Standby System):
Figures 3 and 4 show a “typical” rack layout for a VPS1400 hot standby system that will be used as an example. This
sequence provides for minimal system downtime.
1. Stage 1 (reference Figure 3)
a. Insure that the system is operating on the Primary VPS1400 CPU.
b. Remove any blank rack panels between the switchover modules (SSO, VSO, etc.) and the CPUs.
2. Stage 2 (reference Figure 3)
a. Without powering down any modules or disconnecting any cables, remove rack screws and lower the
switchover modules to just above the VPS1400 CPU.
b. Power down the secondary VPS1400 CPU and remove the interconnect cables. (NOTE: When
removing the cable from J5 of the Control Interface board [V1400X-CI], observe caution that the cable
pins do not contact ground. Doing so may cause the system to try to shift control to the now absent
secondary CPU.)
c. Install the V1500CDU and two V1500CPU’s where shown.
d. Make all LAN connections necessary between the units and connect the VGA monitor, keyboard and
mouse. Connect a Vicon keypad to the CDU.
e. Power up the new equipment and briefly test as before to ensure operation. Test switchover
capability.
f. Close any applications running on the secondary V1500CPU and power it off.
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Stage 1 Stage 2
0 0
9 9
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
1 1
0 V1300X-SSO 0 V1500CDU
9 9
8 V1300X-VSO 8
7 7
6 V1300X-ASO 6 V1300X-SSO
5 5 V1300X-VSO
4 V1300X-TSO 4 V1300X-ASO
3 3 V1300X-TSO
2 V1400X-CC 2 V1400X-CC
1 Primary CPU 1 Primary CPU
0 0
9 9
8 V1400X-CC 8
7 Secondary CPU 7
6 6
5 5 V1500CPU Primary
4 4
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2 2 V1500CPU Primary
1 1
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Figure 3
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3. Stage 3 (Figure 4)
a. With the matrix system “off the air”, move output cables from the switchover modules to the
appropriate V1500CDU ports (if different gender cable ends are encountered, replace the
cable with the correct cable, shipped with the V1500CDU). Matrix Systems ABOVE 64
Monitors will require the use of a different CDU Video Control and TDT control port for
EACH block of 64 monitors
b. Re-address the Matrix cages and TDT modules numbering scheme…Cages that supplied
monitor outputs 1-64 (regardless of camera numbering) will remain the same…Cages
presently supplying mons 65-128 will be readdressed (respectively) as 1-64….cages with
129-192 assignments will need readdressing to be 1-64 (respectively)..Every block of 64
mons will require re-addressing…and their own port on a CDU---Card cage addressing
information will be found in the respective manual for the systems Matrix SCC and the
V1300X-TCC.
c. Once all cables have been transferred to the V1500CDU, stop and restart the V1500
application on the primary V1500CPU.
d. After the V1500 application has started, verify video switching, keypad and PTZ camera
operation, monitor titling, alarm operation and host port operation.
e. If all components are operating properly, apply power to the secondary V1500CPU and
allow it to boot to the V1500 application. Transfer control to the secondary CPU and test
operation. Transfer control back to the primary CPU.
4. Stage 4 (Figure 4)
a. Remove the remainder of cables from the switchover modules and remove the modules
from the rack.
b. Remove the cables from the VPS1400 Primary CPU and remove it from the rack.
5. Additional documentation and typical installation drawings can found at the following web sites:
a. Interconnect drawings: ftp://ftp.vicon-cctv.com/Interconnect/02_Matrix/
b. Installation/Operation and Programming Manuals:
ftp://ftp.vicon-cctv.com/Manuals/02_Matrix/
c. Tech Notes/Advisories/Typical System Drawings: http://www.vicon-cctv.com/support.html
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Stage 3 Stage 4
0 0
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0 V1500CDU 0 V1500CDU
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6 V1300X-SSO 6
5 V1300X-VSO 5
4 V1300X-ASO 4
3 V1300X-TSO 3
2 V1400X-CC 2
1 Primary CPU 1
0 0
9 9 Monitor Shelf (not supplied)
8 8
7 7 KVM (not supplied)
6 6
5 V1500CPU Primary 5 V1500CPU Primary
4 4
3 3
2 V1500CPU Primary 2 V1500CPU Primary
1 1
0 0
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Figure 4