Vicon VF-1400 Series User manual

Vicon part number 8009-8164-50-01 Rev 1206 Section 11
XX164-50-01
MODEL VF-1400 SERIES
FIBER-OPTIC VIDEO TRANSMISSION
SYSTEM FOR NOVA® CONTROL SYSTEMS
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Product specifications subject to change without notice.
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XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System FCC Notice •i
FCC Notice
Note: Complies with Federal Communications Commission Rules & Regulations Part 15, Subpart B for a
Class A digital device.
WARNING
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used
properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction, may cause interference
to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class A computing device in accordance with the specification in subpart B of part 15 of the
FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a
commercial installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television
reception, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•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 equipment and
receiver are on different branch circuits.
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”
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of
Documents, Mailstop SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328, ISBN 0-16-045542-1.
Warning: Power must be removed from this unit before removing circuit modules or ribbon cables.
Caution: This unit contains circuit cards with integrated circuit devices that can be damaged by static
discharge. Take all necessary precautions to prevent static discharge

ii •Important Safeguards XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System
Important Safeguards
GRAPHIC SYMBOL EXPLANATION
The lightening bolt symbol alerts the user to the presence of
dangerous voltage that may present the risk of electric
shock.
The exclamation point symbol alerts the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance instructions.
1. Read Instructions - Read all safety and operating
instructions before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - Retain all safety and operating
instructions for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - Pay attention to all product warnings.
4. Follow Instructions - Follow all operating instructions.
5. Cleaning -(Do not use caustic, abrasive or aerosol
cleaners)
a) For units that CAN BE DISCONNECTED from the
power source, use a damp cloth for cleaning.
b) For units that CANNOT BE DISCONNECTED from the
power source, use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not
allow moisture or liquids to enter vents.
6. Attachments - Use only UL Listed Vicon recommended
attachments to prevent unit damage and personal injury.
7. Water and Moisture - Use only products designed for
outdoor environments where they will be exposed to water or
moisture.
8. Accessories - Do not place the unit on an unstable
surface to avoid falling. Use only UL Listed Vicon recommended
mounting accessories.
9. Ventilation - Do not block ventilating slots and openings
as they ensure reliable operation. Do not place the unit near
a heat source or into an enclosure unless recommended by
Vicon.
10. Power Sources - The product should only be operated
from the recommended power source. Use only a UL Class
2 indoor/dry or Class 3 outdoor/wet power supply.
11. Grounding - Only products equipped with a 3-prong
grounded plug should be inserted into a grounded power
outlet. Contact an electrician to replace an obsolete outlet.
Do not force a plug into a non-grounded outlet.
12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should not
be routed in trafficked areas or in tight spaces where they
will be pinched or used to bear weight. Allow some slack in
the cord where it enters the unit.
13. Outdoor Cable Grounding - Use only grounded outdoor
cables to protect against voltage surges and static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-
1984, provides information on proper grounding of the lead-
in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors and the requirements of grounding electrodes.
14. Lightning - Disconnect the product from its power
source and cable system when possible to prevent damage
due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines - Do not locate outside cables over power
or utility lines where they can fall and make direct contact.
Contact with power lines can be fatal.
16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords to prevent risk of fire and electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never probe through, or spill
liquid into, enclosure openings to prevent risk of fire or
electric shock.
18. Servicing - Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service - Obtain service when:
a) The power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the
product.
c) The product is not designed for outdoor use and has
been exposed to water or moisture.
d) The product does not operate per the operating
instructions. Perform Vicon recommended adjustments,
modifications and troubleshooting only to avoid unit
damage and personal injury.
e) The product has been dropped.
f) The product shows a significant change in
performance.
20. Replacement Parts - Use only Vicon specified
replacement parts or an approved equivalent to prevent unit
damage and injury.
21. Safety Check - Request safety checks to be performed
following repair or maintenance to verify proper operation.
22. ESD Precaution - Take all normal electrostatic
discharge precautions to avoid component damage during
installation and operation.
23. For 230 VAC Devices Only - When the disconnect
device is not incorporated in the equipment or when the plug
on the power supply is intended to serve as the disconnect
device, follow the guidelines below:
a) For permanently connected 230 VAC units, a readily
accessible disconnect device must be incorporated into
the site wiring.
b) For 230 VAC units with a plug, the outlet must be
installed near the unit and be easily accessible.

XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System Functional Description •1
Introduction
The information in this manual covers the installation of the VF-1400 Fiber-Optic Video Transmission
System. This system should only be installed by a qualified technician using approved materials and
wiring practices in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, state, and local electrical
codes. Read these instructions thoroughly before beginning an installation.
Functional Description
The VF-1400 system operates as a transmitter/receiver pair for the transmission of a baseband NTSC,
PAL, RS170, or RS343 video signal with bi-directional RS-422 data (NOVA control systems). The
standalone transmitter is Model VF-1400T. The standalone receiver is model VF-1400R; the rack-mount
version is model VF-1400RR. The transmitter operates with the receiver over one multimode fiber optic
cable.
The system converts a single video input and a single RS-422 input into an optical output using a 1300
nm wavelength source. It also converts an optical control signal returning on the same fiber into a RS-422
output signal using an 850 nm wavelength detector. The VF-1400 Series is designed to operate over an
optical loss budget range of 0 to 12 dB when used on 62.5 um multimode fiber. The units will work on
50 um fiber at a reduced loss budget.
The standalone modular units are contained in a compact and rugged extruded aluminum housing with
internal DC voltage regulation. The detachable terminal block and LED indicators provide for easy
installation and monitoring of video and power supply. The rack-mount units are designed for rack
mounting in the VF-SR-20/2 card cage. Slide in rack mounting and LED indicators provide for easy
installation and monitoring of video and power.

XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System Installation •3
Installation
Standalone Modules
Mount the unit to a secure surface using #8 (3 mm) hardware in four places. See the drawing on the next
page for mounting dimensions. Be sure to allow sufficient room for the required minimum bend radius of
the fiber cable used.
Rack-Mount Cards
The unit slides into any open slot in the VF-SR-20/2 card cage. Use a small screwdriver to push and lock
the two ¼ turn fasteners into place.
Power Source
Note: This product shall be powered by a listed class 2 power supply only.
Standalone units require a +12 VDC power source for proper operation. The DC input is diode protected.
The negative side of the power input is directly connected to ground. ANSI/NFPA 70 Class 2 wiring is
recommended. For the standalone units, an appropriate power supply is included with the unit.
For the rack-mount models, power is supplied by the card cage. Please refer to the VF-SR-20/2 and
VF-PSR-2 instruction manual XX164-60 for further details.
Power Connection
On standalone units, power is supplied to the unit via a two pin terminal connector. Follow the label on
the unit for proper orientation of +12 VDC and ground.
For rack-mount units, power is supplied to the unit via a four finger backplane connector. The VF-1400TR
can be inserted into the card cage or removed from the card cage with power applied to the backplane.
Input/Output Connections
The fiber optic connection is made via a ST connector located on the side of the standalone units and the
back of the rack-mount units.
Video input/output connections are located on the side of the standalone units and the back of the rack-
mount units. A BNC connector is provided for each channel. The video inputs are connected to an
appropriate 75Ωbaseband video source such as a camera or a video recorder output. The 75Ω video
output can be looped through typical baseband video inputs of switchers, recorders and other equipment
as required. For proper operation, the output must be terminated with 75Ω. For optimum performance the
video cables should be the shortest length of coax practical.
Data Input/Output Connections
Data input/output connections are made via a terminal block on the side of the standalone units and the
back of rack-mount units. Follow the label on the unit for proper orientation of data input/output wires. An
example of the RS-422 interconnection between the VF-1400 series units and the copper device to which
it is attached is shown below. This illustration is based on industry standard EIA terminology for the
transmission of electronic data signals. Using this terminology, the driver of an electronic signal is labeled
TX or data out. Correspondingly, the receiver of an electronic signal is labeled RX or data in. Not all
manufactures follow standard EIA terminology. Consult the installation instructions for your copper device
if you are unsure which two wires are the drive (data out) wires and which two wires are the receive (data
in) or drive (data out) wires.

4 •Power Connection XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System
VF-1400R
VF-1400T
VF-1400RR
Figure 1
Typical Installation Diagrams

XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System Status Indicators •5
Status Indicators
The VF-1400T transmitter and VF-1400R/VF-1400RR receiver provide the following LED status
indicators to aid in installation and troubleshooting:
VLI - VF-1400T
A bi-color LED indicator is provided for the video input. DC power and video status associated with this
LED is summarized below.
Video Presence Indicator DC Power Status Video Status
Green On Proper Input Video Present
Red On Input Video not Detected
Off Off Check Power Supply
VLI - VF-1400R, VF1400RR
A green LED indicator is provided for the video output. Video status associated with each of this LED is
summarized below.
Video Presence Indicator Video Status
Green Proper Output Video Present
Off Output Video not Detected
OLI
A bi-color LED indicator monitors the optical input power of the data signal that is being received at the
receiver/transmitter. DC power and optical input status associated with this LED is summarized below.
Optical Level Indicator DC Power Status Optical Status
Green On Proper Optical Input Power Present
Red On Optical Input not Detected
Off Off Check Power Supply
Data TX
A green LED indicator is provided to monitor the RS-422 input data from the electrical interface, through
the VF-1400, and out onto the fiber. The intensity of this indicator will vary with input data patterns,
however in typical applications it will cycle on and off as data is transmitted. RS-422 status associated
with this LED is summarized below.
Data TX LED RS-422 Status
Green Data Flow Present
Off Data Flow Not Detected
Data RX
A green LED indicator is provided to monitor the RS-422 data coming in from the fiber, through the
VF-1400, and out to the electrical interface. The intensity of this indicator will vary with input data
patterns, however in typical applications it will cycle on and off as data is received. RS-422 status
associated with this LED is summarized below.
Data RX LED RS-422 Status
Green Data Flow Present
Off Data Flow not Detected

6 •Status Indicators XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System
Figure 2
Indicators

XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System Shipping Instructions •7
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.

XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System Technical Information •8
Technical Information
Standalone: 12 VDC.
Rack Mount: power supplied
from card cage.
Refer to Table 1.
Refer to Table 1.
Refer to Table 1.
FCC Class A.
1.
Frequency Modulation (FM).
NTSC and PAL
8MHz.
600 TV lines (based on 4 MHz
providing 330 lines).
75 ohms.
1 V p-p nominal, composite
video.
1 V p-p.
5°.
5%.
60 dB.
100 ft (30 m) (video equipment
to transmitter or receiver).
RG59/U coaxial cable (Belden
no. 9259 or equivalent).
850/1300 nm.
12 dB (62.5 μ).
50 or 62.5 μ.
1.6 m (2.5 km).
Power Requirements:
Current:
Power Consumption:
Heat Equivalent:
Radio Emission
Standard:
Number of Channels:
Modulation Type:
Formats Supported:
V
ideo Bandwidth:
Horizontal
Video Resolution:
Video Input/
Output Impedance:
Video Input Signal:
V
ideo Output Signal:
Differential Phase:
Differential Gain:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Interconnection
Distance:
Recommended
Cable Type:
Optical Wavelength:
Maximum Optical
Attenuation (Loss
Budget):
Fiber Type:
Maximum
Transmission Distance:
1.
RS-422.
Up to 19.2 Kbps.
Standalone: 2-pin connector.
Rack Mount: connector in rack.
BNC.
ST type.
5-pin screw terminal.
Video, power and optical
presence bi-color/green LEDs.
Standalone
Height: 1.9 in. (48 mm).
Width: 5.875 in. (149 mm).
Depth: 3.75 in. (95 mm).
Rack Mount: 1 rack slot.
Standalone: 0.67 lb (0.3 kg)
Rack Mount: 0.46 lb (0.2 kg).
A
luminum.
Standalone: Silver.
Rack Mount: Black paint.
No. 8 (3 mm) hardware,
4 places.
Standalone
Height: 3.1 in. (79 mm).
Width: 6.0 in. (152 mm).).
Depth: 10.5 in. (267 mm).
Rack Mount
Height: 1.2 in. (31 mm).
Width: 6 in. (152 mm).
Depth: 8.8 in. (223 mm).
Standalone: 1.7 lb (0.8 kg)
Rack Mount: 0.6 lb (0.3 kg).
Standalone: 0.11 ft3(0.003 m3)
Rack Mount: 0.04 ft3(0.001 m3)
-40 to 165° F (-40 to 74° C),
noncondensing.
Up to 95%, relative.
-40 to 185° F (-40 to 85° C)
Number of Channels:
Formats:
Baud Rate:
Power:
Video:
Optical:
Data:
Diagnostics Indicators:
Dimensions:
Weight:
Construction:
Finish:
Mounting:
Shipping Dimensions:
Shipping Weight:
Shipping Volume:
Operating
Temperature Range:
Humidity Range:
Storage
Temperature Range:
Model
Number
Current
(mA)
Power
Consumption
(W)
Heat
Equivalent*
[btu/min
(cal/min)]
VF-1400T 150 1.8 0.103 (0.03)
VF-1400R 150 1.8 0.103 (0.03)
VF-1400RR 210 3.2 0.180 (0.046)
Table 1: Electrical Specifications
*Note: These figures represent the conversion of 100% of the electrical energy to heat. Actual
percentage of the heat generated will be less and will vary from product to product. These figures are
p
rovided as an aid in determinin
g
the extent of coolin
g
re
q
uired for an installation.
ELECTRICAL
VIDEO
CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
MECHANICAL
ENVIRONMENTAL
OPTICAL
DAT
A

XX164-50-01 VF-1400 Transmission System Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty •9
Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty
Vicon Industries Inc. (the “Company”) warrants your equipment to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under Normal Use from the date of original retail purchase for a period of three years, with the
following exceptions:
1. VCRs, all models: Labor and video heads warranted for 120 days from date of original retail
purchase. All other parts warranted for one year from date of original retail purchase.
2. Video monitor CRT (cathode ray tube) and LCD monitors, all models: One year from date of original
retail purchase.
3. Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Two years from date of original retail purchase.
4. VDR-204 and VDR-208 Recorder Series: One year from date of original retail purchase.
5. Normal Use excludes prolonged use of lens and pan-and-tilt motors, gear heads, and gears due to
continuous use of “autopan” or “tour” modes of operation. Such continuous operation is outside the
scope of this warranty.
Date of retail purchase is the date original end-user takes possession of the equipment, or, at the sole
discretion of the Company, the date the equipment first becomes operational by the original end-user.
The sole remedy under this Warranty is that defective equipment be repaired or (at the Company’s option)
replaced, at Company repair centers, provided the equipment has been authorized for return by the
Company, and the return shipment is prepaid in accordance with policy.
The Company will not be obligated to repair or replace equipment showing abuse or damage, or to parts
which in the judgment of the Company are not defective, or any equipment which may have been tampered
with, altered, misused, or been subject to unauthorized repair.
Software supplied either separately or in hardware is furnished on an “As Is” basis. Vicon does not
warrant that such software shall be error (bug) free. Software support via telephone, if provided at
no cost, may be discontinued at any time without notice at Vicon’s sole discretion. Vicon reserves
the right to make changes to its software in any of its products at any time and without notice.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other conditions and warranties express or implied as to the Goods,
including any warranty of merchantability or fitness and the remedy specified in this Warranty is in
lieu of all other remedies available to the Purchaser.
No one is authorized to assume any liability on behalf of the Company, or impose any obligations on it in
connection with the sale of any Goods, other than that which is specified above. In no event will the
Company be liable for indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or other damages, whether arising from
interrupted equipment operation, loss of data, replacement of equipment or software, costs or repairs
undertaken by the Purchaser, or other causes.
This warranty applies to all sales made by the Company or its dealers and shall be governed by the laws of
New York State without regard to its conflict of laws principles. This Warranty shall be enforceable against
the Company only in the courts located in the State of New York.
The form of this Warranty is effective August 2, 2006.
THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY APPLY ONLY TO SALES MADE WHILE THIS WARRANTY IS IN
EFFECT. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE OF NO EFFECT IF AT THE TIME OF SALE A DIFFERENT
WARRANTY IS POSTED ON THE COMPANY’S WEBSITE, WWW.VICON-CCTV.COM. IN THAT EVENT,
THE TERMS OF THE POSTED WARRANTY SHALL APPLY EXCLUSIVELY.

Vicon Industries Inc.
Corporate Headquarters
89 Arkay Drive
Hauppauge, New York 11788
631-952-CCTV (2288) 800-645-9116
Fax: 631-951-CCTV (2288)
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
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Far East Office
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