Vicon VPS1344 User guide

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MODEL VPSI 344TM DIGITAL CONTROL AND HIGH-DENSITY
MATRIX SWITCHING SYSTEM
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual provides information on the installation of This system should only be installed by a qualified
the VPS 1344 Digital Control and High-Density Matrix technician using approved materials and wiring prac-
Switching System, including how to install the card tices in accordance with the national, state, and local
cage and connect it to the rest of the system. electrical codes.
1 .I Purpose, Functions, and Capabilities
Vicon’s VPS1344 control and switching system
simplifies the design and installation of complex
security installations. The system consists of the
V1344SCPU-HD, which contains system software to
control switching, pan, tilt, zoom lens, auxiliary func-
tions, and alarm functions; V1344TDT-HD
time/date/titler modules; and the V4480SCC-HD
Matrix 44TM high-density card cage. The VPS1344
system will also include varying numbers of V441OS-
HD video switcher cards and, possibly, circuit cards
providing other functions. Refer to Table l-l, System
Components and Accessories and Figure l-l, Card
Cage Front and Rear Panels.
The V4480SCC-HD high-density card cage can
accommodate up to 16 video switcher cards. Each
switcher card can accept up to eight video inputs, for a
maximum card cage capacity of 128 camera inputs and
eight monitor outputs. This greatly reduces the amount
of space required for equipment installation.
The V4480SCC-HD card cage is supplied with a mother
board, a video amplifier board, and a power supply. It
also contains slots for the following boards: system
CPU, time/date/title cards, address decoder card, and up
to 16 video switcher cards. The specific combination
of these cards in a given card cage is determined by the
size and configuration of the video system it is support-
ing. In its maximum configuration, the system can
support up to 128 remote camera/lens receivers, 24
monitors, 128 inputs from alarm interface units, 128
receiver alarms, and 32 remote control panels.
1.1.1 COMPATIBILITY WITH MATRIX 44
SYSTEM
The V1344SCPU-HD and V1344TDT-HD printed
circuit boards plug directly into the Matrix 44 high-den-
sity card cage, permitting on-site serviceability and
minimizing down-time of the entire system. This
compatibility also reduces the amount of space required
for equipment installation.
1.1.2 COMPATIBILITY WITH VPS1200 AND
VPS1300 SYSTEMS
The VPS1344 maintains software compatibility with
Vicon’ s VPS1200 and VPS 1300 components. This
provides cost-effective expansion of existing VPSl200
and VPS1300 security systems. It also permits use of
VPS1200 and VPS1300 remote panels, keypads, alarm
controls, and receivers in the VPS 1344 system.
WARNING: TO PREVENT RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Vicon part number 8006-8779-01-00
Product specifications subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
GRAPHIC SYMBOL EXPLANATION
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficrent magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock,
Theexclamation pointwithin an equilateral triangle is intended toalert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.
1. Read Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions 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 instructrons should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleanin
from the C L!
- Step a applies to equipment that can be disconnected
n/system without seriously jeopardizing 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 caustic,
abrasive, or aerosol cleaners.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended 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, causing serious injury to
a person and serious damage to the video product. Use only with a
mounting accessory recommended by Vicon, or sold with the video
product. Any mounting of the video product should follow Vicon’s
instructions, and a mounting accessory recommended by Vicon
should be used.
9. Ventilation -Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video product and
to protect itfrom overheating, and these openin
f
smust notbe blocked
or covered. The openings should never be b ocked by
video lacing the
shoul cf roduct on a ru
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never be placezi
or other similar surface. This VI eo product
near or over a radiator or heat register. This
video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or Vicon’s
instructions have been adhered to.
11. Grounding -This applies to video products equipped with a
3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (groundmg) 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 purpose 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, payin
convenience receptacles, an B
particular attention to cords at plugs,
product. the point where theyexitfrom thevideo
13. Outdoor Cable Grounding - If an outside cable system is con-
nected to the video product, be sure the cable system is grounded so
asto provide some protection againstvoltagesurges and built-upstatic
A A
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-l 984, provides information with respectto proper grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conduc-
tors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
14. Lightnin
B
- For added protection for this video product when it is
not used for ong periods of time, disconnect it from its power source
and from the cables
cystem. due to lightning an This prevents damage to the video product power-line surges.
15. Power Lines - An outside cable system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead P ower lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can all Into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside cable system, extreme care should be taken to
kee
mrg t be fatal. 4
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
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 volta e
points or short outParts that could result in a fire or electric shota .
Never spill liquid o any kind on the video product.
18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose
r,
ou to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qua rfred service 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 ste
outdoor camera housings, outdoor pan-an cr.
c does not apply to
-t//t drives and other
equipment specifically designed for drrect exposure to outdoor envi-
ronments.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If Ii3 uid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video
pro uct.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video productdoes not operate normally by following the
operatin
covered f3 instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
y the operating instructions, as an improper adjust-
ment of other controls may result in damage and will often
re uire extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
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VI eo product 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 perform-
ance - 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 on inal
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shot f
part.
, or other
hazards.
21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.
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COAXIAL CABLE RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION: Careful selection of the proper cable is
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essential to obtain the best performance from this
equipment. Vicon assumes no responsibility for
poor performance when cables other than those
recommended are installed. In all cases, coaxial
cable impedance should be 75 ohms.
naterials
Jse onl cable with a pure copper center conductor. Do not
se cab e with either a copper-plated steel or an aluminum Y
enter conductor because these do not transfer signals effec-
ivel
on
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in the fre uency range used in CCTV networks. A center
uctor with ow DC resrstance is required for effective CCTV
Iperation.
‘olid-core bare copper conductor is best suited to video appli-
,ations, except where flexing occurs. If the coaxial cable will
re subjected to flexing during normal use, select a cable with a
tranded center conductor.
‘he preferred dielectric material is cellular (foam) polyethylene.
t has better electrical characteristics than solid polyethylene,
rut is more vulnerable to moisture. Therefore, use only solid
rolyethylene dielectric cable with a heavy exterior insulation
n applications subject to moisture.
‘he shield must be copper braid providing 95% or better
:overage.
Installation Tips
Do not stretch cable or subject it to sharp bends.
Keep the cable out of contact with hot
source. Even if there is not enough
1:
ipes or any other hea
eat to cause obviou!
damage to the cable, transmission characteristics will bt
affected.
In locations where the cable must be continuously flexed (fo
exam le, with scanners or pan-and-tilt drives), use cablt
inten f ed for such movement. This cable will have strandec
wire center conductor.
Use only crimp-type BNC connectors.
Cable Types and Operating Distances
The most commonly used cable t
1 l/U. Each is actually a family oY
pes are RG-59/U and RG
cables with widely varying
electrical characteristrcs, some of which are not suitable fo
CCTV applications.
The maximum camera-to-unit distance for the three most corn
mon cables is listed in Table A. The characteristics of the cables
in this table should be used as a guideline when cables othe
then Belden are used. Materials and construction must follow
the uidelines above. Table B gives some equivalent cablt
% num ers of other manufacturers. Vicon recommends tht
following coaxial cable types, unless otherwise specifiec
elsewhere in this manual.
TABLE A
RECOMMENDED CABLES
Cable
Type
II
Belden Alpha West Penn Type Center Type Shield Maximum
Type No. Type No. Type No. Conductor and
% Coverage Distance
for Best Picture
FIG-1 i/U
8213 9847
RG-6U 9248 9804C
8281 9803
RG-59/U 9259
9659
‘BC = bare copper, *TC = tinned copper
811,4811 14 Solid BC’ BC braid (95%) 820ft(250
m)
806,4806 18 Solid BC Foil +61%TC2 (100%) 530 ft (160 m)
815 20 Solid BC 2 TC braids (96%) 400 ft (120 m)
816 22 Stranded BC BC braid (95%) 400
fi (120 m)
22 Stranded BC BC Braid (95%) 400
ft (120 m)
TABLE B
DC RESISTANCE (OHMS) PER 1000 FEET
OF EQUIVALENT CABLES
Cable
Type
RG-1 l/U
RG-6/U
RG-59/U
Belden
Type No.
8213
9248
8281
9259
DCRI
1000 ft (km)
2.6 (8.5)
7.5 (24.6)
9.9 (32.5)
15.0 (49)
Alpha
Type No.
9847
98040
9803
-
DCFU
1000 ft (km)
2.6 (8.5)
7.5 (24.6)
9.9 (32.5)
-
West Penn
Type No.
811,481l
806,4806
815
816
DCW
1000 ft (km)
2.6 (8.5)
7.5 (24.6)
9.9 (32.5)
15.0 (49)
9659 15.0 (49)
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FCC NOTICE
WARNING
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 de-
signed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This equipment gen-
Reorient the receiving antenna.
Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver.
Relocate the equipment away from the receiver.
Plug the equipment into a different electrical outlet so that
the computer and receiver are on different branch circuits.
erates, 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 equip-
ment 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.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio and
television reception, which can be determined by turn-
ing equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
and correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the
Federal Communications Commission helpful:
“Interference Handbook, Bulletin CIB-2, ISBN 0-16-
045542-l. This booklet is available from the U.S. Gov-
ernment Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents,
Mailstop SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328.
WARNING: Power must be removed from this
a
unit before removing circuit modules or ribbon
cables.
CAUTION: This unit contains circuit cards with
Aintegrated circuit devices that can be damaged
by static discharge. Take all necessary precau-
tions to prevent static discharge.
TABLE l-1
SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES
1MODELNUMBER 1PRODUCT CODE 1DESCRIPTION
V1344SCPUHD
V4480SCCHD
3074
0377-l 0
0377-l 1
CPU card. Each system will have one
Matrix 44 high-density switcher card cage. Includes power supply, output amplifier, and
mother board. Accommodates up to 16 V441 OS-HD* switcher cards. Available in 120
VAC (0377-10) and 240 VAC (0377-l 1).
V441 OS-HDB 0378 Video switcher card. Can accommodate up to 8 video inputs per card (via 8 BNC
connectors on rear panel). Rear panel also contains one’loop/ng output ribbon
cable connector for monitor expansion. The card cage can accommodate up to 16
V441 OS-HDB cards, for a capacity of 128 video inputs by 8 monitor outputs.
V441 OS-HDR 0382 Video switcher card used for monitor expansion. Rear panel contains two ribbon cable
connectors for looping video.
V4430ADECHD 0379 Address decoder card. Used to define video output (monitor) addresses. Routes control
sianals.
Vl344TDT-HD 4100
V4450RCP-HD 0381
V75T 3260
V75TR 4013
V44RC-21 4011
Time/date/titler card.
Rear closure panel. For rear closure of unused card positions.
75-ohm terminator for BNC connector.
Terminator for ribbon cable connector.
21 -inch coaxial ribbon cable assembly for distributing video between V441 OS-HD
switcher cards.
V44RCB-12 4012
12-inch coaxial ribbon cable assembly for distributing video signals from V4410SHD to
external devices. Terminated with eight BNC connectors.
*Throughout this manual, the term V4410S-HD refers to either the V4410S-HDB or V4410S-HDR unless specifically stated otherwise.
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Card Cage Power LED
Card Cage Handle (2) Captive Screw (4) Connector for Programming Keyboard
Keyboard Activation Switch
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OFF KEYBOARD
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FRONT PANEL
Switched Video Outputs to Monitors
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Main Connector Panel on Card Cage with CPU Video Input and Looping Output Connectors
REAR PANEL, FULLY POPULATED CARD CAGE
Figure l-l
Card Cage Front and Rear Panels
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1.1.3 REMOTE CONTROL PANELS
V13OOX and V12OOX series remote control panels
allow operators to control pan, tilt, autopan, autoiris,
lens speed, preset entries, auxiliary functions, alarm
acknowledgment, and receiver communication failure
Two modes of sequential operation are available with
the VPS1344. Mode 1 combines random-pattern se-
quential monitors and ascending-order sequential moni-
tors in the system. Mode 2 can only accommodate
ascending-order sequential monitors.
acknowledgment.
The VPS1344 system also offers salvo switching, in
which a selected group of cameras is switched simulta-
neously onto a selected group of monitors. The
VPS1344 offers salvo switching in alarm mode and
synchronized switching in nonalarm mode.
The VPS 1344 provides camera-monitor-keypad parti-
tioning, which ensures that remote operators cannot
control camera stations not assigned to them. The
VPS1344 system includes 32 remote keypad priority
levels.
1.1.6 CAMERA AND MONITOR DWELL
1.1.4 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING
The VPS 1344 includes user-friendly system program-
ming via a computer-style keyboard and a menu-driven
programming interface. A brief general summary of
software features follows. For a full discussion, refer to
the programming manual. Software includes
camera-to-monitor partitioning (i.e., assigning cameras
to specific monitors) and monitor-to-keypad partition-
ing (assigning monitors to specific keypads).
“Dwell” refers to the length of time video from a camera
remains displayed on a monitor before being switched
away. “Monitor dwell” refers to setting dwell such that
all cameras displayed on a given monitor are displayed
for the same period of time. “Camera dwell” is a
function in which the dwell period may be set differently
for different cameras in the system.
In the VPS1344, monitor dwell is adjustable for each
monitor in the system.
The CPU can perform system diagnostics and define or
alter all system parameters via the keyboard. This in-
cludes passwords, defaults, RS-232 parameters, key-
pad/receiver/monitor assignments, time and date, titles,
and alarm assignments. The contents of any of the
screens can be sent to a printer connected to the appro-
priate RS-232 port on the V1344SCPU-HD.
In addition to monitor dwell, the VPS 1344 system offers
individual camera dwell settings. With this type of
dwell, the operator can assign a different dwell time to
each camera that sequences on the same monitor. This
lets the operator tailor the dwell time to match the
importance of the scene. Therefore, the operator can
spend more time viewing critical scenes.
The programmer can download (upload) the system con-
figuration data to (from) another VPS1344 system or an
IBM compatible personal computer to backup the data.
The system uses the X-modem protocol for serial commu-
nications and can be connected directly to a modem.
1.1.7 SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS
The VPS1344 system provides diagnostic tests for the
CPU board. These allow a technician in the field to
isolate a fault condition to an I/O port (or cable), or in
some cases specific circuits. The system can download
the test results to the CPU’s RS-232 port.
1.1.5 SEQUENTIAL SWITCHING
The VPS1344 system has two methods of sequencing
cameras on monitors. The first, random-pattern 1.1.8 ALARM SUPPORT
sequencing, displays the camera video on the screen in
any programmed order. The second, ascending-order
sequencing, displays the camera video on the screen
only in ascending numerical order.
The VPS1344 alarm software handles up to 128 alarm
closure inputs when used with alarm interface units.
The system operator can designate up to 24 alarm moni-
tors and assign alarms to them.
The VPS1344 includes an RS-232 port for alarm reports
to serial line printers. The system also supports up to
128 salvo alarms. This type of alarm causes multiple
camera inputs to come up on multiple alarm monitors
in the event of an alarm. It assures video coverage of
an entire area during a security breach.
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1.1.9 ALARM SOFTWARE PROVIDED
WITH VPS1344 SYSTEM
The VPS1344 includes extensive and flexible alarm
software. The specific alarm response configuration is
determined by the system manager and is programmed
into the CPU via the V13OOX-PGM keyboard.
1.1.9.1 Preset Positions and Multiple Alarms
per Camera
For VPS1344 systems with preset position control, the
software can automatically drive the associated camera
to a preset position assigned to that alarm.
The software allows each camera to cover several alarm
inputs. Each alarm input can have an assigned preset.
When an alarm activates, the camera is directed to its
corresponding preset position.
1.1.9.2 Salvo Alarm Functions
A salvo alarm configuration groups several cameras and
alarm monitors with one alarm input. When an alarm
activates, video signals from the cameras are simultane-
ously displayed on the alarm monitors. This provides
coverage of an entire area where an alarm has been
tripped. A VPS 1344 system can have 128 salvo groups.
1.1.9.3 Variable Automatic Alarm
Acknowledgment
This feature is designed for unattended CCTV sites.
When an alarm activates, the video is directed to its
assigned alarm monitor or video recorder for a prede-
termined period of time (1 to 255 seconds). At the end
of the period, the alarm is acknowledged automatically.
1.1.9.4 Alarm Titling
Each camera can have one alarm title of up to 60
characters (3 lines, 20 characters each) for alarm site
identification.
1.1.9.5 Time-of-Day Alarm Patterns
The time-of-day feature automatically switches be-
tween alarm patterns at programmed times. Typically,
alarm patterns used during business hours differ from
those used during nonbusiness hours.
1.1.10 V1344TDT TIME/DATE/TITLER
One V1344TDT-HD Time/Date/Titler Card supports
title data for up to 128 cameras and output for up to 4
monitors. Two V1344TDT-HD cards can be placed in
a card cage to support 128 camera outputs on 8 monitors.
Six V1344TDT-HD cards can be used in three card
cages to support the maximum system configuration of
128 cameras and 24 monitors. The V1344TDT-HD can
provide two titles per camera. One is the normal video
title; the other is the alarm title shown when the alarm
associated with the camera activates.
The display consists of up to 60 characters (3 lines, 20
characters per line). This may include a six-digit date,
six-digit time (24-hour or 12-hour format), and/or cam-
era identification. Three display styles are available:
white characters on no background or on a black back-
ground, or white characters outlined in black. Charac-
ters can be displayed in two formats: large or small.
Display adjustments include horizontal and vertical po-
sitions, and character brightness. The CPU automat-
ically adjusts the date for proper day and leap years and
steps the time in l-second intervals.
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2. INSTALLATION
The VPS1344 Digital Control and High-Density Matrix
Switching System (Figure 2-l) should only be installed
by a qualified technician using approved materials and
wiring practices in accordance with the national, state,
and local electrical codes.
The system configuration (such as the one shown in
Figure 2-l) should be planned before any installation
procedures are performed.
All VPS 1344 systems are preconfigured and internally
set up at the factory. The various printed circuit cards
are all installed in the card cages at the factory, and
camera and monitor addresses are also set at the factory.
Consequently, installation at the user’s site requires no
adjustment of any internal printed circuit card.
Installation of VPS1344 systems involves five major
steps.
1. Physical installation of rack-mounted
components
2. Physical installation of non-rack-mounted
equipment, such as receivers and desk-top
remote control keypads
3. Interconnection of rack-mounted
components
4. Connection of other equipment, such as
remote receivers and remote control key-
pads
5. Booting up the system
This manual details the installation of the components
of the control CPU and video switching system. The
installation of other, optional, system components is
detailed in the manuals for those items. Some of these
optional devices will be rack-mounted, and it is impor-
tant that all of these be included when the rack layout is
planned. Rack-mounted options that are usually racked
with the CPU and switcher card cages may include, but
are not limited to, the models listed in Table 2-l.
Other system components may also be rack-mounted
but normally are not located in the same racking console
as the CPU and its options, so they would not require
consideration in planning the CPU console layout. Such
components may include rack-mounted control key-
pads, monitors, and VCRs.
2.1 Rack Preparation
Listed below are several guidelines for rack installation:
1. Plan the layout of the equipment in the racks
before installing any equipment.
2. Allow a minimum of 1.75 inches of vertical
rack space between racked components for
ventilation. Racked components that are a
single EIA rack unit in height (1.75 in.) (see
Table 2-l) may be grouped in pairs, each pair
being separated from other components by
1.75 inches. Blank filler panels (model
number VEP-1) may be used to close the
front of the 1.75-inch ventilation spaces.
3. The manufacturer of the racking console
may or may not include screws for attaching
the racked components to the console.
Determine if they are supplied. If not, be
sure to have an adequate supply of
UNF-standard No. lo-32 x 3/8 screws for
installation.
4. Take an inventory of all rack equipment in-
cluding hardware, brackets, blank panels,
etc. Reorder any missing parts immediately.
This avoids delays in the middle of the as-
sembly process.
5. Use at least one blower/fan per rack. Place
it in the bottom of the rack. Thus, air is
drawn in at the bottom of the rack and vented
at the top.
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HOST SYSTEM
W-232
INTERFACE
SYSTEM
PROGRAMMING
KEYBOARD
REMOTE REMOTE REMOTE
RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER V1200X-IA V1200X-IA V1200X-IA
ALARM CONTROL ALARM CONTROL ALARM CONTROL
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Sample System Configuration
2.2 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.
2.2.1 INSPECTION FOR VISIBLE DAMAGE
Immediately inspect the cartons upon delivery. Make a
note of any visible damage on all copies of the carrier’s
freight bill.
TABLE 2-1
RACK-MOUNTED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
r
Model
Vertical Rack
Number Space Required
V1200X-DL 1.75 in. (4.44 cm)
V4470DL 1.75 in. (4.44 cm)
Vi 200X-IA 1.75 in. (4.44 cm)
VlPOOX-MD 1.75 in. (4.44 cm)
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Description
Distribution unit for control
keypads and receivers.
Distribution unit for switcher
card cages.
Alarm interface unit.
Dual-line modem for
receiver communications
Make sure the carrier’s agent (the person making the
delivery) signs the note on all copies of the bill. If the
agent does not have claim forms, contact the carrier’s
office.
2.2.2 INSPECTION FOR CONCEALED
DAMAGE
As soon as possible after delivery, unpack the unit and
inspect it for concealed damage. Do not discard the
carton or packing materials. If the unit is damaged,
contact the carrier immediately and request forms for
filing a damage claim. Make arrangements for a
representative of the carrier to inspect the damaged
equipment.
If the equipment must be returned for repair, follow the
Shipping Instructions in Section 1.8.
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The Matrix 44 high-density card cage is shipped from
the factory with all the modules installed and the
addresses set. The card cage is designed for mounting
in a standard 19-inch rack (RS-310).
Refer to Appendix A for Matrix 44 card locations and
addressing procedures if additional modules were
ordered separately from the card cage or if modules
were removed from the card cage for any reason.
A VPS1344 system will have from one to three rack-
mounted high-density switcher card cages, depending
on the system size. Refer to Table 2-2.
There may also be other rack-mounted equipment, as
described in Table 2-l.
2.3.1 CARD CAGE INSTALLATION
NOTE: It is recommended that two installers work
together to mount the card cages in the rack.
This section provides information on the cabling re-
quired to connect the system components. The tables in
this section include configurations of source and desti-
nation connectors. “Source” and “destination” do not
indicate the origin of specific signals, Instead, “source”
simply indicates the unit being discussed and “destina-
tion” refers to the equipment to which it is connected.
Refer to page l-3 for Coaxial Cable Recommendations.
NOTE: Words in capital letters (e.g. ALARM INT,
RECEIVERS) indicate the names used on the
VPS1344 control system panels.
TABLE 2-2
REQUIRED NUMBER OF CARD CAGES
2.3 Installation of Matrix 44 High-Density Card Cage
Since the V1300X-PGM programming keyboard is a
desk-top unit, and since it plugs into the card cage
containing the system CPU, this card cage should be
located so that use of the keyboard is convenient. This
will usually require that a shelf be provided on the rack
at a normal table-top height and that the CPU card cage
also be mounted at that level.
Some rack manufacturers supply special mounting
hardware. Determine how this hardware is to be used
before attempting to install any racked equipment.
1. One installer should position the rack while
a second installer secures it to the front stand-
ard.
2. If the system will utilize more than one rack-
mounted unit, install the 1.7%inch-high
blank filler panel after the first racked unit.
This will help to position the next racked unit
and make installation easier,
2.4 System Cabling
CAMERA
INPUTS
Up to 128
MONITOR CARD
OUTPUTS CAGES
Upto 8 1
9-16 2
17-24 3
2.4.1 COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTIONS
BETWEEN CAMERAS AND SWITCHER
CARD CAGES
Camera inputs are connected to the input BNC connec-
tors on the video switcher subpanels on the rear panel
of the card cage. Refer to Figure 2-2. The individual
video switcher subpanels are numbered 1-8, 9-16,
17-24,25-32, and so on. The BNC connectors are used
for video input. The ribbon cable connectors are used
to loop video out to additional card cages. The lowest
number camera is connected to the top BNC on each
subpanel. For instance, camera 1 should be connected
to the top BNC connector on panel l-8. Camera 8
should be connected to the bottom BNC connector on
subpanel 1-8, and so on.
If there are no more than eight monitor outputs in the
system, terminate all the looping video output ribbon
cable connectors with the V75TR ribbon cable
terminators,
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NOTE: If additional card cages are usedfor moni-
tor expansion (if there are more than eight monitor
outputs), the interconnections between the card
cages may be made with individual coaxial cables
terminated with BNC connectors or with coaxial
ribbon cables terminated with coaxial ribbon cable
connectors. In order to keep the figures as clear as
possible, the figures referenced in this section show
card cage interconnections made with ribbon cables.
Model V44RC-21 is a 21-inch coaxial ribbon cable
assembly used for distributing video between
V441OS-HD switcher cards. Longer ribbon cables
are available on special order.
NOTE: Model V44RCB-12 is a 12-inch coaxial
ribbon cable assembly for distributing video signals
from the V441OS-HD switcher cards to external de-
vices. The V44RCB-12 ribbon cable assembly is
terminated with eight BNC connectors. This cable
assembly may be used as necessary.
If there are 9 to 16 monitor outputs, the system will
require two card cages. The video switcher subpanels
in the second card cage may contain two ribbon cable
connectors or one ribbon cable connector and eight
BNC connectors to loop out to external devices.
Connect ribbon cable from the looping out ribbon cable
connector on card cage 1 subpanel to one of the ribbon
cable connectors on card cage 2. See Figure 2-2. If
there are no more than two card cages, the other ribbon
cable connectors on the second cage must be terminated.
If the system has 17 to 24 monitor outputs, it will be
necessary to loop to a third card cage. Install looping
ribbon cables or coaxial cables terminated with BNC
connectors from card cage 1 to 2 and from 2 to 3, and
terminate the unused video ribbon cable connectors or
unused BNC connectors on the third card cage.
2.4.2 COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTIONS
BETWEEN SWITCHER CARD CAGES AND
MONITORS
Each VPS1344 system will have between 1 and 24
outputs to video monitors, VCRs, or other output
devices. These connections are generally made with
coaxial cable. Refer to page l-3 for Coaxial Cable
Recommendations.
monitor output subpanel. Refer to Figure 2-2. The
individual monitor subpanels are labeled MON 1-8,
MON 9-16, and MON 17-24. The lowest number moni-
tor is connected to the top BNC on each subpanel. For
instance, monitor 1 should be connected to the top BNC
connector on the panel labeled MON l-8. Monitor 8
should be connected to the bottom BNC connector on
subpanel MON 1-8, and so on.
If the system size does not exceed 128 cameras and 8
monitors, only one card cage is used. For systems of no
more than 128 cameras but from 9 to 24 monitors, two
or three card cages will be required. The monitors or
VCRs are connected directly to the monitor output
BNCs on the card cage. See Figure 2-2.
2.4.3 V1344SCPU-HD CONTROL CPU
2.4.3.1 Video Output to Programming Monitor
The CPU provides software-selectable EIA/NTSC or
CCWPAL video output for the system programming
monitor. This displays menu-driven prompts for
system programming. It does not provide camera video
output.
Refer to page l-3 for Coaxial Cable Recommendations.
Use the following procedure to connect the program-
ming monitor to the STATUS DISPLAY connector:
1. Connect a BNC-terminated coaxial video cable to
the STATUS DISPLAY connector on the rear panel
of the V1344SCPU-HD. Refer to Figure 2-3.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the program-
ming monitor’s video input connector.
3. Set the monitor termination for 7.5 ohms according
to the instruction manual accompanying the
monitor.
It is also possible to display the programming menus on
any system monitor. This allows the monitor to be used
for either programming or displaying video from system
cameras. For this configuration, connect the STATUS
DISPLAY connector (56) to an unused camera input on
one of the switcher cards. The programming menus
may now be displayed by assigning that camera input
number to a system monitor.
Monitor outputs are connected to the output BNC con-
nectors on the monitor subpanels on the rear panel of
the card cage. Each card cage will have only one
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Figure 2-3
V1344SCPU-HD Rear Connector Panel
2.4.3.2 Connecting Remote Keypads
Up to 32 keypads can be connected to the V1344SCPU-
HD. These keypads let the operator control pan, tilt,
autopan, autoiris, lens speed, preset entries, auxiliary
functions, alarms acknowledgment, and receiver com-
munication failure acknowledgment.
The keypads can be connected to the CPU in two
configurations, serially (“daisy chain”) or radially
(“star” or “wagon wheel”). The star configuration
requires the use of a V1200X-DL Distribution Line
TABLE 2-3
SHIELDED, DUAL TWISTED-PAIR CABLE
MAXIMUM OPERATING DISTANCES
I
Cable Type Maximum Distance Number of Cables
ft (m) Required*
Belden9406 5000 (1500) 1
Belden9402 5000 (1500) 1
Belden8723 8000 (2400) 1
Belden8162 15,000 (4600)
1
Belden9729 15,000(4600)
1
Belden9182 25,000 (7600) 2
*All cables in this table represent paired cable, except for Belden 9182.
Belden 9182 is NOT a paired cable. Therefore, if Belden 9182 cable is used,
2 cables are required.
Control, hereafter referred to as a DL. Up to ten keypads
can be connected directly. to a DL, and other DLs may
also be connected to it. Keypads can also be daisy-
chained from a DL. Refer to Figure 2-4.
There may be up to 5 miles (8 km) between the CPU
and a keypad or between the CPU and a DL. (Refer to
Table 2-3, Shielded Dual Twisted-Pair Cable Maximum
Operating Distances.) Since keypads and DLs provide
unity gain amplification to the incoming signal before
transmitting it to the next device in line, there may be
up to 5 miles (8 km) between a keypad and other
keypads, between a DL and keypads, or between a DL
and another DL.
Vi 300X KEYPADS
VPS1344 CPU
KEYPADS DAISY-CHAINED TO CPU
VPSl344 CPU
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Figure 2-4
Remote Keypad Connection Configurations
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Figure 2-5
Location of Card Cage Power Switch
Refer to Appendix B , Addressing V 1200X and V 1300X
Remote Control Keypads, and applicable instruction
manuals.
NOTE: The remote keypads are connected to the
V1344SCPU-HD via shielded, dual twisted-pair
cable. Each twisted pair MUST be individually
shielded.
1.
2.
3.
Set the card cage power switch inside the front panel
of the card cage to OFF (Figure 2-5). The switch
can be accessed by loosening the four captive
screws on the front panel of the card cage (Figure
l-l) and removing the front panel. Take care when
removing the front panel not to pull on the two wires
connecting the program keyboard activation switch
to the CPU board.
Assemble a DB-9 connector from the accessory
pack to one end of a dual twisted-pair cable at the
CPU-end of the cable. Refer to Figure 2-6 and
Table 2-4.
Connect the DB-9 cable connector to the KEYPAD
connector 53 (Figure 2-3) on the rear panel of the
V1344SCPU-HD.
4.
5.
Route the cables to the appropriate devices (distri-
bution line controls and/or keypads). Connect each
cable to its device. Follow the connection instruc-
tions in the DL and keypad instruction manuals.
Continue routing cables from device to device until
all DLs and keypads are connected.
2.4.3.3 Connecting Receivers
A receiver converts the digital control signals from the
CPU into drive voltages for a pan-and-tilt drive,
motorized lens, and other equipment. It can also be
equipped with a variety of options, such as preset-
position operation and others. It is possible that a
VPS1344 system may not use any receivers, but most
systems have some. In a typical system, some camera
stations require receivers while others do not.
The VPS1344 system supports up to 128 receivers,
which can be connected to the CPU in the same configu-
rations as described for remote control keypads. Refer
to Section 2.4.3.2 and applicable instruction manuals.
Refer to Table 2-3 for maximum operating distances.
NOTE: The receivers are connected to the
VI 344SCPU-HD via shielded, dual twisted-pair ca-
ble.
Each twisted pair MUST be individually
shielded.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
V1344SCPU-HD KEYPAD
CONNECTOR J3
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12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
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TYPICAL SCREW TERMINAL BLOCK
ON REMOTE CONTROL KEYPAD
V1344SCPU-HD KEYPAD
CONNECTOR J3
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V12OOX-DL CONNECTOR Jll
NOTE: ALL CONNECTORS SHOWN FROM WIRING SIDE
Figure 2-6
Keypad Connector 53: Typical Wiring
Set the power switch inside the front panel of the
card cage to OFF. (Refer to Figure 2-5.)
Assemble a DB-9 connector from the accessory
pack to one end of a dual twisted-pair cable at the
CPU-end of the cable. Refer to Figure 2-7 and
Table 2-5.
Connect the DB-9 cable connector to the
RECEIVER connector 54 on the rear panel of the
V1344SCPU-HD. Refer to Figure 2-3.
Route the cables to the appropriate devices (distri-
bution line controls and/or receivers). Connect
each cable to its device.
Continue routing cables from device to device until
all DLs and receivers are connected.
TABLE 2-4
M-422 KEYPAD CONNECTOR 53
Source
Destination
V1344SCPU-HD
Keypad Connector
53
Vl 200X-DL
V12OOX and
Distribution
VI 300x
Line Control Remote
Keypads
Pin
No. Signal Name
Jll
Pin No.
Terminal
Block
Position
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CONNECTOR J4
TYPICAL SCREW TERMINAL
BLOCK IN RECEIVERS Vl 200X-DL CONNECTOR
Jl 1
NOTE: ALL CONNECTORS SHOWN FROM WIRING SIDE
Figure 2-7
Receiver Connector 54: Typical Wiring
TABLE 2-5
RECEIVER CONNECTOR 34
Source Destination
V1344SCPU-HD
Receiver Connector
J4
Vl 200X-DL
Distribution Line
Control
V1200R-LM-l,-2
Receivers
V1200R and V1300R
Receivers
Pin No. Signal Name
Jll
Pin No.
Terminal Block
Position
Terminal Block
Position
11 1RESPONSE IN+ I 3 I
10 I 7 I
II I III
2 GND 1 11 6
3 COMMAND OUT - 5 6 11
4 NOT USED
- - -
5 NOT USED
-- -
16 )RESPONSE IN- / 2 I 9 I
8 I
7 COMMAND OUT +6 7 10
a GND 4a9
9 NOT USED - - -
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2.4.3.4 Vertical Sync Cabling
If the programming menus are output from connector 56
to a video switcher input (Section 2.4.3.1), and if the
television system is CCIR with a 50 Hz field frequency,
it is desirable to synchronize the programming menu
output from J6 with the camera video inputs. This
provides a steadier screen display for the programming
menus.
Use the following procedure to supply an external sync
signal to this port. Refer to page l-3 for Coaxial Cable
Recommendations.
1. Connect a BNC-terminated coaxial video cable to
the VERTICAL SYNC connector on the rear panel
of the V1344SCPU-HD. Refer to Figure 2-3.
2. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the
external sync source.
Internal sync can be used as a backup to obtain a display
on the status display monitor if the VERTICAL SYNC
input fails. Press [CONTROL][Fl] on the program-
ming keyboard to toggle between external and internal
synchronization. If internal sync is used, the
VERTICAL SYNC connector must be terminated with
75 ohms.
2.4.3.5 Host RS-232 Port
The VPS1344 uses the X-modem protocol for upload-
ing information from and/or downloading information
to a host computer. To remotely control a VPS1344
system, the host computer’s settings must agree with
those of the VPS1344. These commands and responses
are described in detail in the Host Computer Interface
Software Instruction Manual X788.
The V1344SCPU-HD uses a 9-pin (DB9) connector, Jl,
labeled RS232-1, for duplex RS-232 communications
with a host computer and for downloading program-
ming menus to a printer or to a host computer. This
interface does not use the standard pin configuration
found on IBM-compatible personal computers. Figure
2-8 and Table 2-6 provide interconnection data for
standard 9-pin connectors (IBM-AT-compatible com-
puters) and 25pin connectors (IBM-XT-compatible
computers). Use the following procedure to connect a
host computer to V1344SCPU-HD connector Jl:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Assemble a DB9 connector to the 5-conductor cable
as shown in Figure 2-8 and Table 2-6.
Tag the cable to identify the connectors.
Assemble a connector suitable to the host computer
to the other end of the cable.
Plug the RS-232 cable into connector Jl, labeled
RS232-1, on the rear panel of the V1344SCPU-HD
(Figure 2-3). Attach the other end to the appropriate
connector on the host computer.
Make sure that the host computer’s RS-232 settings
agree with those of the VPS1344. Refer to the
System Programming Manual X552.
2.4.3.6 RS-232 Alarm Printer Port
The VPS1344 includes an RS-232 port for alarm reports
to serial line printers. Use the following pro-cedure to
connect a printer to the RS-232 alarm port:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Assemble a DB9 connector to the 5-conductor cable
as shown in Figure 2-8 and Table 2-6.
Tag the cable to identify the connectors.
Assemble a connector suitable for the printer to the
other end of the cable.
Plug the RS-232 cable into connector 52, labeled
RS232-2, on the rear panel of the V1344SCPU-HD
(Figure 2-3). Attach the other end to the appropriate
connector on the printer.
Make sure that the printer’s RS-232 settings agree
with those of the VPS1344. Refer to the System
Programming Manual X552.
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VPS1344 RS-232
PIN-CONFIGURATION
IBM-AT RS-232
PIN CONFIGURATION
Notes:
1. Arrow heads show direction of signal flow.
2. Wiring side shown on all connectors.
3. Jl: Host Computer
J2: Alarm Printer
Figure 2-8
RS-232 Connector Wiring
2.4.3.7 Alarm Interface Connection
The VPS 1344 can receive alarm inputs through two
routes, either through the remote receiver at the camera
station or through a V1200X-IA alarm interface unit. In
a fully expanded (128 x 24) system, a maximum of 128
inputs can be accepted through alarm interface units and
a maximum of 128 through receivers. The maximum
number of alarm inputs for a system of any size is equal
to twice the number of cameras in the system. Half of
these inputs will be through interfaces and half through
receivers. Note that cameras which are not controlled
by receivers will not have the receiver alarm input. The
V1344SCPU-HD communicates with V1200X-IA
units via 34-conductor, shielded ribbon cable. (Alarm
inputs from receivers are transmitted to the CPU
through the receiver cabling.) Refer to the applicable
instruction manuals.
CAUTION:
A
The VPS1344 system must have power
OFF whenever ribbon cables are connected to
or disconnectedfrom the CPU module. Failure
to observe this caution can cause damage to the
modules from static electricity.
Use the following procedure to install alarm cabling
between the V1344SCPU-HD ALARM INTERFACE
port 57 and the first V1200X-IA in a series. Refer to
Figure 2-9.
IBM-XT RS-232
PIN CONFIGURATION
CAUTION: The V1344SCPU-HD communicates
Awith the
V12OOX-IA over a shielded parallel
cable to meet FCC EM regulations. To avoid
damaging circuits, make sure that the cable con-
nectors are insertedproperly. Note the locations
of the screw attachments. Refer to Figure 2-9.
1. Set the power switch inside the front panel of the
Matrix 44 high-density card cage to OFF. Take care
not to pull on the keyboard activation switch wires
when removing the cover. Refer to Figure 2-5.
TABLE 2-6
W-232 CONNECTOR
Source Destination
V1344SCPU-HD
RS-232 Connector
Jl or J2 Pin No.
W-232 IBM-AT IBM-XT
Signal g-Pin 25-Pin
Name Connector Connector
Pin No. Pin No.
2 TxD 2 3
3 RxD 3 2
4 RTS 8 5
5 CTS 7 4
7 GND 5 7
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Alarm Cabling
Plug the mating 37-pin connector on one end of the
34-conductor ribbon cable into ALARM
INTERFACE connector 57 on the rear panel of the
V1344SCPU-HD. Refer to Figure 2-3.
Route the ribbon cable to the V12OOX-IA alarm con-
trol. Make sure there are no sharp bends in the cable.
Disconnect the power to the V1200X-IA.
Connect the other end of the ribbon cable to the
V12OOX-IA input connector Jl. Refer to Figure 2-9.
Note the location of the screw attachment.
6. Tighten the screw attachment on the cable connec-
tor to secure the cable to the V1200X-IA.
7. Reconnect power to the V12OOX-IA.
2.4.3.8 Card Cage Interconnections
The V1344SCPU-HD supports matrix switching for up
to 128 video inputs switched onto 24 video outputs.
One Matrix 44 card cage supports up to 128 cameras
switched onto 8 monitors. In systems with more than 8
monitor outputs, two or more card cages are required.
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