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VICON
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
INSTALLATION AND REMOTE UNIT PROGRAMMING
VPSTM1 300 CONTROL AND HIGH-DENSITY REMOTE VIDEO
SWITCHING SYSTEM
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual provides information on the installation switching units. Refer to Figures l-la and 1-lb.This
of the VPS 1300 Control and Remote Video Switching system should only be installed by qualified techni-
System, including installation of the card cages’ cians using approved materials and wiring practices in
system interconnections. This manual also provides conformance with national state and local wiring
programming procedures for the remote video codes.
1 .I Purpose, Functions, and Capabilities
Vicon’s VPS3.300 Control and Remote Video Switch-
ing System provides control and switching functions
for up to 64 mmote video switching sites. By distrib-
uting the switching function to remote sites in closer
proximity to the cameras being switched, instead of
routing all camera outputs back to a central switcher,
considerable savings in the cost of cabling are possible.
Additionally, cable installation is significantly simpli-
fied. The VPS1300 control and remote switching
system consists of a V13OOX CPU card cage located at
the central control site. This card cage contains a
global memory card, a system supervisor CPU, a video
switcher CPU, one or two alarm CPUs, and a
time/date/title CPU.
The VPS1300 control and remote switching system
also includes at least one Matrix 44TM high-density
card cage located at each remote site. Each Matrix 44
card cage contains a power supply, a video output
amplifier and a mother board. The card cage includes
the V1344SCPU-HDR remote CPU card. These card
cages also include varying numbers of Matrix 44 video
switcher cardis, and may include switcher expander
cards and address decoder cards (used when additional
card cages are added for camera expansion). Refer to
Table l-l, System Components and Accessories.
The inputs from each of the remote sites are combined
onto eight monitor outputs and routed via coaxial cable
to a Matrix 44 card cage located at the terminal site.
The terminal card cage combines the signals from all
the remote sites and switches the video onto
eight monitors. It is possible to have more than one
Matrix 44 card cage located at the terminal site. For
instance, two terminal card cages will permit video to
be switched onto 16 monitor outputs.
One card cage at a remote site will support up to 128
camera inputs and eight monitor outputs. If more than
128 camera inputs ate!required at any remote site, an
additional card cage or cages must be located at the
remote site. However, the inputs of the remote card
cages at each site will all be combined onto eight
monitor outputs. If more than eight monitor outputs
are requited from any remote location, an additional
card cage or cages must also be placed at the remote
site and additional cables must be routed to the terminal
switching unit. Each remote site supports a maximum
of 256 cameras and 128 monitors.
WARNING: TO PREVENT RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Product specificatiors subject to change without notice.
Vicon part number 8006-8820-00-00.
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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
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
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 instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleanin
from the CE
- Step a applies to equipment that can be disconnected
N system without seriously jeopardizin security. Step
bapp/ies to equipment that must operate continuous y
such as video f
swrtching equipment at military installations.
a. Disconnect this video product from its power source before
cleanin
cf Do not use caustic, abrasive, or aerosol cleaners. Use aamp cloth for cleaning.
b. Use a damp cloth to clean the equipment. Do not allow
moisture or liquids to enter any vents.
abrasive, or aerosol cleaners. Do not use caustic,
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by Vicon
as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use thisvideo 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 inju to
a person and serious damage to the video product. Use only wit
rK 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 accesson/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 it from overheating, and these openin ‘s must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be b ocked by P
video lacing the
shoul
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roduct on a ru or other similar surface. This VI eo product
J
never be plac 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.
Il. Grounding - This applies to video products equipped with a
3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground@ pin. This
>lugonly fits into a grounding-type power outlet. This IS a safety
iature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
four electrlcian to replacedyour obsolete outlet, Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the groun mg-type plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed
io that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
Jpon or against them, payin particular attention to cords at plugs,
:onvenience receptacles, anB
)roduct. the point where they exit from the video
13. Outdoor Cable Grounding - If an outside cable system is con-
lected to the video product, be sure the cable system is grounded so
1s to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
L
CAUTION: TO REDUCE ME RISK OF ELECTRlCAL 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 respect to pro
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size oPergroundingofthe grounding conduc-
tors, location of antenna-dischar e unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for t t e grounding electrode.
15. Power lines - An outside cable system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead wer
circuits, or where it can t! ower lines or other electric light or II into such power lines or circuits. G
hen
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 volta e
oints or short out
RParts that could result in a fire or electric shot1
,
ever spill liquid oany kind on the video product.
18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose ou to dangerous volta e
or other hazards. Refer all setvicing to qua Ifled service personne . F. B
19. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect this video product from
its ower source and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
un ser the following conditions. Note that ste
outdoor camera housings, outdoor pan-an 8
c does not apply to
-tdt drives and other
equipment specifically designed for dnect exposure to outdoor envi-
ronments.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If Iiauid 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 product does not operate normally by following the
operatin
covered %
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
y the operating instructions, as an impro er adjust-
ment of other controls may result in damage an B will often
r
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uire extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
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 petform-
ante -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
Vlcon or that have the same characteristics as the on inal
yaya;$orized substitutions may result in fire, electric shot&
part.
, or other
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:
A
Careful select!;m of the proper cable
is essential to obtain the best performance from
this equipment, Vicon assumes no responsibil-
ity forpoorperformance when cables other than
those recommend&d are installed. In all cases,
coaxial cable impedance should be 75 ohms.
laterials
Ise 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-
vel in the frequency range used in CCTV networks. A center
on J uctor with low DC &stance is required for effective
:ClV operation.
olid-core bare copper conductor is best suited to video appli-
ations, except where flexing occurs. If the coaxial cable will
e subjected to flexing during normal use, select a cable with a
:randed center conductor.
he preferred dielectric material is cellular (foam) polyethylene.
has better electrical characteristics than solid polyethylene
ut is more vulnerable to moisture, TherefoE, use only solid
olyethylene dielectric cable with a heavy exterior insulation
1 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 epough
R
ipes or any other hea
eat to c,au,se o@iou!
~;~~~~ to the cable, transmlsslon charactenstlcs will bc
ln locations where the cable must be continuously flexed (fo
exam le, with scanners or pan-and-tilt drives), use cable
inten 8 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
1 l/U. Each is actually a family
o?
pes are RG-59/U and RG
cables with widely varyin!
electrical characteristics, 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 cable!
in this table should be used as a guideline when cables othe
then Belden are used. Materials and construction must follo\n
the uidelines above. Table B gives some equivalent cabk
fle num rs of other manufacturers. Vicon recommends tht
following coaxial cable types, unless otherwise specifiec
elsewhere in this manual.
TABLE A
RECOMMENDED CABLES
‘BC = bare copper, 2TC = tinned copper
TABLE B
DC RESISTANCE PER 1000 FEET
OF EQUIVALENT CABLES
NOTE: For more information on cable selection, see Vicon TechNote T2001.
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FCC NOTICE
NOTE: Complies with Federal Communica-
tions Commission Rules & Regulations Part 15,
Subpart J for a Class A computing 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 J of part 15 of the FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential 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 computer with respect to the receiver.
Relocate the computer away from the receiver.
Plug the computer into a different electrical outlet so that the computer and receiver arc 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.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, D.C. 20402.
WARNING: Power must be removed from this
A bon ca&es.
unit be ore removing circuit modules or rib-
CAUTION: This unit contains circuit cards
A
with integrated circuit devices that can be
damaged by static discharge. Take all nec-
essary precautions to prevent static dis-
charge.
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POWER SWITCH
KEYBOARD CONNECTOR
FRONT PANEL
REAR PANEL
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VPS1300 Card Cage Front and Rear Panels
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Card Cage Power LED
captive sorew (4) Connector for Programming Keyboard
Card Cage Handle (2)
/
/
Keyboard Acttvation Swttch
\\\
/ / \ \ \
4 0 \G \ \
0
“0”
OFF KEYBOARD
0
I
00
*
VIaIN
00
Switched video Outputs to Termlnal Site
Jl J2 !!
FRONT PANEL
GUN I IlUL UU
Main Connector Panel on Card Cage with CPU Video Input and Looping Output Coiviectors
REAR PANEL, FULLY POPULATED CARD CAGE
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Figure l-lb
VPS1344 Card Cage Front and Rear Panels

TABLE l-l
SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES
LOCATION MODEL NUMBER DESCRIPTION
v13oox-cc VPSI 300 card cage. Available in 120 VAC and 240 VAC.
V1300X-GM-S (standard),
-F (full), -E (expanded) Global memory card
V13OOX-CC Card Cage
Located at central control site V1300X-SV-RS,
-RF System supervisor CPU
V1300X-VCRS, -RF
Video switcher CPU
‘/1300X-AC-S, -F Alarm CPU
Vi 300X-TC-S, -F, -E Time/date/title CPU
I
Matrix 44 Card Cage
Located at each remote site
V4480SCC-HD
V1344SCPUHDR
V441 OS-HDB
V441OSHDR
High-density card cage (includes power supply, video output amplifier
and mother board). Accommodates 16 V4410SHD’ switcher cards.
Available in 120 VAC and 240 VAC.
Remote CPU card
Video switcher card. Can accommodate up to 8 video inputs per card (via
8 BNC connectors on rear panel). Rear panel also contains one looping
output ribbon cable connector for monitor expansion.
Video switcher card used for monitor expansion. Rear panel contains two
ribbon cable connectors for looping video.
V4440SEXP-HD Switcher expander card (used when additional card
cages are added for
camera expansion)
V4430ADEC-HD Address decoder card (routes control signals only)
V4450RCP-HD Rear closure panel (forrear closure of unused card positions)
*Throughout this manual, the term V4410S-HD refers to either the V441OS-HDB or V441OS-HDR unless specifically stated otherwise.
The specific number of card cages required and the
combination of cards in a given card cage is determined
by the size and configuration of the video system it
supports. The VPS 1300 control and remote switching
system is available in three configurations: standard,
full, and expanded. Refer to Table l-2 for detailed
information on the different configurations available.
In its maximum (expanded) configuration, the system
can support up to 1024 remote camera receivers, 256
monitors, 2048 alarm inputs (two alarm modules, 512
alarm inputs each, and one alarm per camera receiver,
1024 maximum), and 32 remote control panels.
1.1.1 COMPATIBILITY WITH MATRIX 44
SYSTEM
Standard high-density Matrix 44 components are used
in the remote video switching units without modifica-
tion. A special slave CPU, Model V1344SCPU-HDR,
receives and executes switching and control com-
mands from the V13OOX CPU.
1.1.2 COMPATIBILITY WITH VPS1200
AND VPS1300 SYSTEMS
The WS1300 control and remote video switching
system maintains software compatibility with Vicon’s
WS 1200 and WS 1300 components. This permits use
of VPS1200 and VPS 1300 remote control panels,
keypads, alarm controls, and receivers in the system.
1.1.3 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING
Most progr amming functions for the WS 1300 remote
switching system are identical to those for nomemote
systems and are described in “Instructions for On-Site
Programming, VPS 1300 and VPS 1344 Microcom-
puter-Based Control Systems” (Instruction Manual
X552).
The remote units am programmed individually for
camera and alarm addresses and certain other func-
tions. This programming is described in Section 3 of
this manual.
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TABLE 1-2
VPS1300 CONTROL AND REMOTE SWITCHING SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
Sequencing Modes Alarm Dwell
:OllfiOUratiOll
SwKch
Matrix Mode 1 Mode 2Alarm
Input Montlor
Individual
- Salvo Camera Remote
Random Assending Assending Alann Dwell Kqpada
Mon. Rcvr. X-IA’ Ranges 3
D-11
Cam. Mon. Cam. Mon. Cam. Mon. Cam. Mon.
Inputa Inputs Cam. Mon. Cam. Mon.
32x32~1
Standard 256 256 128 16 256 48 256 64 32 256 256 to 256 64 256 32 32
256x2~16
64x32~1
FUll 512 256 256 32 512 96 512 128 32 512 512
t0 512 128 512 64 32
512x2~16
128x32~1
to
Expanded 1024 256 512 64 1024 192 1024 256 32 1024
,;;$ 512x2~16 1024 256 1024 256 32
to
10242x4~8
1
VEOOX-IA Alarm Interface Inputs
2
1024 alarms total if two V13OOX-AC-F units are in&led. Both units must be -F models, a system with a V13OOX-AC-S can have only one
alarm CPU card.
3
Salvo Alarm Ranges: (# V12OOX-IA salvo alarm inputs) x (# cameras, #monitors) x (# groups of monitors)
Example: 512 x 4 x 8 =(512 salvo alarm inputs) x (4 cameras, 4 monitors) x (8 groups of monitors)
In the example, an input alarm (one of 512 possible alarms) causes 4 video inputs to display on up to 8 groups of 4 monitors.
1.1.4 SEQUENTIAL SWITCHING
The VPS1300 system has two methods of sequencing
cameras on monitors. Random-pattern sequencing
displays the camera video on the screen in any pro-
grammed order. Ascending-order sequencing displays
the camera video on the screen only in ascending
numerical order.
Two modes of sequential operation are available with
the VPS1300. Mode 1 combines random-pattern
sequential monitors and ascending-order sequential
monitors in the system. Mode 2 can only accommo-
date ascending-order sequential-pattern monitors.
Refer to Table l-2 for the system configurations.
The VPS 1300 system also offers salvo switching, in
which a selected group of cameras is switched simul-
taneously onto a selected group of monitors. The
VPS1300 offers salvo switching in alarm mode,
synchronized switching in nonalarm mode, and
free-form salvo switching.
1.1.5 CAMERA AND MONITOR DWELL
“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 ate
displayed for the same period of time. (Monitor dwell
is the only mode of operation of most conventional
nonmatrix sequential switchers.) “Camera dwell” is a
more advanced function, in which the dwell period
may be set differently for different cameras in the
system.
In the VPS1300, monitor dwell is adjustable for each
monitor in the system. In addition to monitor dwell,
the VPS 1300 system offers individual camera dwell
settings. With this type of dwell, the operator can
assign a different dwell time to each camera that se-
quences on the same monitor. This lets the operator
tailor the dwell time to match the importance of the
scene. He or she can spend more time viewing critical
scenes.
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1.1.6 SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS
The VPS1300 system provides extensive diagnostic
tests for individual CPUs, board functioning, global
memory, input/output ports, and some external equip-
ment such as matrix switchers and alarm interface
units, These allow a technician in the field to isolate a
fault condition to a specific circuit board, I/O port (or
cable), or in some cases specific circuits. The system
can download the test results to the CPU’s RS-232port.
1.1.7 VPS1300 SYSTEM SUPERVISOR CPU
The V13OOX-SV System Supervisor CPU coordinates
the information flow between the system modules. It
handles communications with remote controls and
with the receivers. The supervisor CPU has a maxi-
mum capacity of 1024 camera stations in its expanded
form. The supervisor CPU also processes camera
receiver alarm inputs (one per receiver), This is in
addition to the alarm inputs from alarm interface units,
which are routed to and processed by the alarm CPU
module.
1.1.8 VPS1300 VIDEO SWITCHER CPU
The V13OOX-VC Video Switcher CPU controls the
Matrix 44 switcher components. The standard model
(V1300X-VC-RS) can control switching for up to 256
cameras on to 256 monitors. In a system configured
for maximum expansion, using switcher CPU model
V13OOX-VC-RF, the CPU can control switching for
up to 1024 cameras onto 256 monitors.
1.1.9 VPS1300 GLOBAL MEMORY
MODULES
The Global Memory Modules, V1300X-GM series,
provide system memory.
1.1.10 VPS1300 ALARM MODULE
The V1300X-AC Alarm CPU module accepts up to
256 alarm inputs from alarm interface units in its
standard form (V1300X-AC-S) or 512 in its full
version (V13OOX-AC-F). The system operator can
designate up to 32 alarm monitors and assign alarms to
them.
The alarm module includes two RS-232 ports for alarm
reports. A second V13OOX-AC-F can be used in the
unoccupied slot in the VPS 1300 card cage. Therefore,
a single card cage can accommodate 1024 alarm inputs
(V1300X-AC-F).
The alarm module 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 ensures video coverage of an entire area
during a security breach.
1.1.11 ALARM SOFIWARE
The VPS1300 includes extensive and flexible alarm
software. Programmable alarm features include:
1. Momentary alann duration
2. Alarm auto-acknowledge timer to 255
seconds
3. Assignment of V12OOX-IA ahum input to
camera number
4. Assignment of up to 32 alarm monitors
5. Time-of-day and day-of-week enable/
disable of alarm inputs
The system supervisor can enable or disable any
remote keypad’s ability to acknowledge alarms. Once
enabled, a remote keypad can view alarm sites
and acknowledge alarms. Up to 32 monitors can be
designated alarm monitors.
1.1.11.1 Preset Positions and Multiple Alarms
Per Camera
For VPS 1300 systems with preset position control, the
software can automatically drive the associated camera
site to a preset position assigned to that alarm.
The software allows each camera to cover multiple
alarm inputs. Each alarm input can have an assigned
preset. When an alarm activates, the camera is directed
to its corresponding preset position.
1.1.11.2 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
simultaneously displayed on the alarm monitors. This
provides coverage of an entire area where an alarm has
been tripped. Depending on the amount of global
memory, a VI91300 system can have 32,64, or 128
salvo cameras.
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1.1.11.3 Alarm Acknowledgment Time-Out
This feature is designed for unattended CCTV sites.
When an alarm activates, the video is directed to its
assigned alarm monitor and video recorder for a pre-
determined period of time (1 to 255 seconds). At
the end of the period, the alarm CPU automatically
acknowledges the alarm.
1.1.11.4 Alarm Titling
Each camera can have one alarm title of up to 60
characters (3 lines, 20 characters each) for alarm site
identification.
1.1.11.5 Time-of-Day and Day-of-Week Alarm
Patterns
The time-of-day feature automatically switches
between two alarm configurations at programmed
times. Typically, alarm patterns used during business
hours differ from those used during non-business
hours.
Additionally, each of the two time-of-day patterns may
be enabled or disabled on any day of the week.
1.1.12 V1300X-TDT TIME/DATE/TITLE
CPU
The V13OOX-TDT Time/Date/Title CPU supports title
data for up to 1024 cameras and output for up to 256
monitors. It can provide two displays per camera. One
is the normal video display; the other is the alarm
display shown when the camera’s alarm activates.
The display consists of a six-digit date, a six-digit time
Q&hour or 12-hour format), and camera identification
of up to 60 characters (3 lines, 20 characters per line).
The characters are jitter-free. Three display styles are
available: white characters on no background, white
characters on a black background, and white characters
outlined in black. Two character formats are available,
large or small.
Display adjustments include horizontal and vertical
positions, and character brightness. The CPU automat-
ically adjusts the date for proper day and leap years and
steps the time in one-second intervals.
1.1.13 ADDITIONAL SYSTEM FEATURES
System features include 10 programmable preset
positions for each remote camera station. The V13OOX
systems are intended for use with the V1300R
and V1200R series receivers. Refer to Product
Specification Sheets 506 and 5 12.
The daisy-chain configuration permits operation of
video equipment over distances of up to 5 miles (8 km)
without additional expansion hardware.
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2. INSTALLATION
The VPS1300 Control and Remote Video 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 applicable local wiring codes. The system con-
figuration (such as the one shown in (Figure 2-l)
should be planned before any installation procedures
are performed. All VPS1300 control and remote
switching systems are pnxonfigured 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 am also set at the factory. Con-
sequently, installation at the user’s site requires no
adjustment of any internal printed circuit card.
3. Interconnection of rack-mounted compo-
nents
4. Connection of other equipment, such as re-
mote receivers and remote control keypads
Installation of VPS1300 systems involves five major
steps.
5. Booting up the system
This manual details the installation of the components
of the control CPU and remote 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
important that all of these be included when the rack
layout is planned. Rack-mounted options that are usu-
ally racked with the CPU and switcher card cages may
include, but are not limited to, the models listed in
Table 2-l.
1. Physical installation of rack-mounted com-
ponents
2. Physical installation of non-rack-mounted
equipment, such as receivers and desk-top
remote control keypads
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 keypads, monitors, and VCRs.
2.1 Rack Preparation
Listed below am guidelines for rack installation:
1. Plan the layout of the equipment in the racks before
installing any equipment.
2. Allow aminimum 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.) may be grouped in pairs, each
pair being separated from other components by
1.75 inches. See Table 2-l. Blank filler panels
(Model VEP-1) may be used to close the front of
the 1.75-&h ventilation spaces.
3. The manufacturer of the racking console may or
may not include screws for attaching the racked
components to the console. If they are not supplied,
be sure to have an adequate supply of UNP- stan-
dard No. lo-32 X 3/8 screws for installation.
4. Take an inventory of all rack equipment including
hardware, brackets, blank panels, etc. Reorder any
missing parts immediately. This avoids delays in
the middle of the assembly process.
5. Use at least one (1) blower/fan per rack. Place it
in the bottom of the rack. Air is then drawn in at
the bottom of the rack and vented at the top.
TABLE 2-1
RACK-MOUNTED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Model Vertioel
Rack
Number
Space Required
‘/1200X-DL 1.75 in. (4.45 cm)
Dwctiption
Distribution unit for control
keypads and receivers
V4470DL 1.75 in. (4.45 cm)
Distribution unit for
switcher card cages
V1200X-IA 1.75 in. (4.45 cm) Alarm interface unit
V1200X-MD 1.75 in. (4.45 cm) Dual-line modem for
receiver communications
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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
Inspect the cartons immediately upon delivery. On all
copies of the carrier’s freight bill, make a note of any
visible damage.
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.
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.
If the equipment must be returned for repair, follow the
Shipping Instructions at the end of this manual.
2.3 Installation of VPS1300 and Matrix 44 Card Cages
The VPS1300 and Matrix 44 card cages are shipped
from the factory with ah the modules installed and the
addresses set. The card cages are designed for mount-
ing in a standard 19-inch rack (RS-310).
Refer to Appendix A for VPS1300 card locations and
DIP switch settings, and Appendix B for Matrix 44
card locations and addressing procedures if additional
modules were ordered separately from the card cages,
or if modules were removed from the card cages for
any reason.
There may also be other rack-mounted equipment, as
described in Table 2- 1.
NOTE: It is recommended that two installers
work together to mount the card cages in the
rack.
cage at the central control site, this card cage should be
located so that use of the keyboard is convenient. This
usually requires that a shelf be provided on the rack at
a normal table-top height and that the VPS 1300 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
standard.
2. If the system will utilize more than one
rack-mounted unit, install the 1.75~inch-
high blank filler panel after the first racked
unit. This will help to position the next
racked unit and make installation easier.
Since the V13OOX-PGM programming keyboard is a
desk-top unit, and since it plugs into the VPS 1300 card
2.4 System Cabling
This section provides information on the cabling
required to connect the system components. The tables
in this section include configurations of source and
destination connectors. “Source” and “destination” do
not indicate the origin of specific signals. Instead,
“source” simply indicates the unit being discussed and
“destination” refers to the equipment to which it is
connected.
Refer to page l-3 for Coaxial Cable Recommenda-
tions.
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CPU 1 v13oox-sv
CPU 2 v13oox-vc
CPU 3 V13OOX-AC
CPU 4 Vl3OOX-TC
Figure 2-2
V13OOX-CC Card Cage Rear Panel
NOTE: Words appearing in capital letters (e.g.,
RECEIVERS, MATRIX 44 INTERFACE) indi-
cate the names used on the control and switching
system panels.
2.4.1 Vl300X=SV=RS, -RF SYSTEM
SUPERVISOR CPU
The system supervisor CPU, V13OOX-SV-RS or -RF,
is located in the V13OOX-CC card cage (Figure 2-2).
The V13OOX-SV supervises and coordinates the activi-
ties of the other CPUs. Refer to Figures 2-3 and 2-4.
It has one 9-pin RS-232 port (J7) for communication
with a host computer. A BNC connector
(Pl) provides
video output for the pqmmming monitor. The CPU
uses RS-422 communications with up to 32 remote
keypads via a G-pin DB15 connector (J2). The CPU
also communicates with the VPS1344 CPUs in the
Matrix 44 card cages via connector 52. The
V13OOX-SV-RS version uses one 15-pin connector
(54) for RS-422 communications with up to 256
camera receivers. The V13OOX-SV-RF version uses
two 15-pin connectors for RS-422 communications
with up to 1024 camera receivers.
2.4.1.1 Video Output to Programming Monitor
The supervisor CPU provides software selectable
ELQNTSC or CCIR/PAL video output for the pro-
gramming monitor. This displays menu-driven
prompts for system programming. It does not provide
camera video output. Use the following procedure to
connect the programming monitor.
NOTE: It may be necessary to adjust the posi-
tion of the CPU’s rear panel in order to mate the
BNC cable connector with the panel connector.
If so, slightly loosen the captive screws on the
panel’s filler bar. Adjust the position
of the panel
to allow enough clearance to mate the connec-
tors. Retighten the captive screws.
1. Connect a BNC-terminated coaxial video cable to
the STATUS DISP connector (Pl) on the supervi-
sor CPU panel (Figure 2-3).
2.
Connect the other end of the cable to the monitor’s
video input connector.
3. Set the monitor termination for 75 ohms according
to the installation manual supplied with the
monitor.
Pl - VIDEO OUT
TO PROGRAMMING MONITOR
THIS J7
- HOST
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i1 STY glsP.
J4 -
RECEIVERS
- RECEIVERS
V1344SCPU-R 1
- 512 ON V1300X-W-RF 513
- 1024
1 - 256 ON V1300X-SV-RS
Figure 2-3
V1300X-SV-RS, -RF Connector Panel
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V1300X-W-RF SIJPERVISOR CPU
J2 J4 J5
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COMPUTER
- CHANNEL 1
UP TO 32 KEYPADS
-CHANNEL 3-j=L
-CHANNEL 54=1
CAMERA CAMERA
s;TAT%2
STATIONS
PRCI;WI,A$o~NG
-cHANNEL ‘{ml
-CHANNEL 6;=L -CHANNEL 4-&L
V1344SCPU-HDR CARDS
CAMERA CAMERA
IN MATRIX 44 CARD
g!$
STATIONS
CAGES AT REMOTE 769 - 1024
VIDEO SlTES
NOTE: V12OOX-DLs may be used to connect keypads, receivers,
and Matdx 44 card cages In star conflguratlon.
Figure 2-4
Supervisor CPU Cabling Configuration
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, co~ect the
STATUS DISP connector (Pl) 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.
2.4.1.2 RS-232 Port
The VPS 1300 has built-in X-modem protocols for data
communications with a host computer. To remotely
control a VPS1300 system, the host computer’s set-
tings must agree with those of the the VPS 1300. These
commands and responses are described in detail in
Host Computer Interface Software Instruction Manual
X788.
The supervisor CPU uses J7, a g-pin (DB9) connector,
for duplex RS-232 communications with a host
computer. This interface does not use the standard
pin configuration found on IBM-compatible personal
computers. Table 2-2 and Figure 2-5 provide inter-
connection data for standard g-pin connectors
(IBM-AT compatible computer) and 25-pin connec-
tors (IBM-XT compatible computer).
Connector 37 can also be used for communications
with a printer. This feature permits sending the
contents of a programming screen (from the program-
ming monitor) to a printer. The contents of a program-
ming screen may be sent to a printer in one of three
ways:
1. If a host computer is not being used, J7 can
be permanently connected to a printer.
2. If a host computer is being used, the host
computer can be disconnected from J7 and
a printer can then be connected to J7 to print
the contents of a programming screen.
3. If a host computer is connected to 57, a
printer can be connected to the host
computer.
Use the following procedure to connect a host
computer to connector J7:
1. Assemble a DB9 connector to the 5-conductor
cable as shown in Figure 2-5 and Table 2-2.
2. Label the cable to identify the connectors.
3. Assemble a connector suitable to the host
computer to the other end of the cable.
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TABLE 2-2
k-6-232 CONNECTOR CONFIGURATION
I 2
TxD 23
3RxD 3 2
4FITS a
5
5CTS 7 4
7 GND 5 7
4. Plug the RS-232 cable into connector 57 on the
supervisor CPU (Figure 2-3). Attach the other end
to the appropriate connector on the host computer.
5. Make sure that the host computer’s RS-232
settings agree with those of the VPS 1300. Refer
to the VPS 1300/l 344 System Programming
Manual, X552.
2.4.1.3 Remote Keypad Port
Up to 32 keypads can be connected to the V13OOX-SV
supervisor CPU. These keypads let the operator con-
trol pan, tilt, autopan, autoiris, lens speed, preset
entries, auxiliary functions, alarm acknowledgment,
and receiver communication failure acknowledgment.
The V13OOX-SV communicates with remote keypads
via connector J2, serial Channel 1. Refer to Table 2-4
and Figure 2-6.
VPSl300 RS-232
PIN-CONFIGURATION
NOTE: VI3OOX-SV connector J2 is also used
for communications with the V1344SCPU-HDR.
Refer to section 2.4.1.4.
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 V12OOX-DL Distribution Line
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 Appendix C.
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.
Refer to Appendix D, Addressing V12OOX and
V13OOX Remote Control Keypads, and applicable
instruction manuals.
NOTE: The remote keypads are connected to
the V13OOX-SV via shielded, dual twisted-pair
cable. Each twisted pair MUST be individually
shielded.
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PIN CONFIGURATION IBM-XT RS-232
PIN CONFIGURATION
Notes:
1. Arrow heads show direction of signal flow.
2. Wring side shown on all connectors.
Figure 2-5
RS-232 Connector Cabling
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TABLE 2-3
SHIELDED, DUAL TWISTED-PAIR CABLE
MAXIMUM OPERATING DISTANCES
CableType
Belden 9406
Maximum Distance Number of Cables
fi (ml Required*
5000 ( 1500) 1
Belden 9402 5000 ( 1500)
1
Belden 8723 8000 (2400) 1
Belden 8162 15,000 (4600) 1
Belden 9729 15,000 (4600) 1
Belden 9182 125,000 (7600) 1 2
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*All cables in this table represent paired cable, except for Belden
9182. Belden 9182isNOTapairedcable. Thcrcfore,ifBelden9182
cable is used, 2 cables are required.
1. Set the V13OOX-CC card cage power switch to
OFF (Figure 2-2).
2. Assemble a DB-15 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.
3. Connect the DB-15 cable connector to connector
J2 on the rear panel of the V13OOX-SV. Refer to
Figure 2-2.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 9 10 11 12
TYPICAL SCREW TERMINAL BLOCK
OF REMOTE CONTROL KEYPAD
TABLE 2-4
KEYPAD CONNECTOR CONFlGURATlON
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v13oox-sv
KeypadConnector
52
vl20ox-01
Vi2bOX and
Distrhtion v1s00x
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Pln Ho. 8i#nal warns Blotk
Pwltion
1 RESPONSE IN + 3 9
2RESPONSE IN - 28
3 GND 1 7
4NOT USED - -
5NOT USED - -
6NOT USED - -
7 COMMAND OUT -I. 6 3
8 COMMAND OUT - 5 2
I 9 1GND
10 NOT USED
- -
11 NOT USED
- -
NOTE Connector 52 has 2 wrts: Channel 1 is used for remote
keypad comections and Ch&el2 is used to communicate with the
Vl344SCFGHDR. In this table, if a J2pin number is labeled “NOT
USED,” this means only that the pin is not used for remote keypad
cabling. The pin may still be used for V1344SCPUXDR commu-
nications. See Table 2-5.
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12 NOT USED
- -
V13OOX-SV-RS, -RF
‘sguPml~al~~)
(CHANNEL 1)
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DISTRIBUTlON LINE CONTROL
CONNECTOR Jl 1
NOTE: All connectors are shown from wiring side.
Figure 2-6
Keypad Connector Cabling
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4, Route the cables to the appropriate devices (distri-
bution line controls and/or keypads). Connect
each cable to its device. Follow the connection
instructions in the appropriate DL and keypad
instruction manuals.
5. Continue routing cables from device to device until
all distribution line controls and keypads are
connected.
2.4.1.4 V13OOX-SV to V1344SCPU-HDR
Communications Port
The supervisor CPU at the central control station
communicates with the remote CPUs at the remote
video switching sites via connector J2 (Channel 2)
on the V13OOX-SV and connector 53 on the
V1344SCPU-HDR. A V12OOX-DL is required to con-
nect the V1344SCPUHDR CPUs at the remote sites
in a star configuration (shown in Figure 2-l). The
V13OOX-SV supervisor CPU is connected to the
V12OOX-DL input, and the DL outputs are connected
to each V 1344SCPUHDR remote CPU in the system.
Refer to Figure 2-7 and Table 2-5.
NOTE: Vl3@IX-SVconnecmJ2 is & usedfor com-
municatiomwithrenwte~. Rej5rtoseckm2.4J3.
There may be up to 5 miles (8 km) between the
V13OOX-SV CPU and a DL, between aDL and another
DL, or between a DL and a V1344SCPU-HDR. (Refer
to Table 2-3, Shielded, Dual Twisted-Pair Cable Maxi-
mum Operating Distances.)
NOTE: The remote CPUs are connected to the
VI 300X-SV via shielded dual twisted-pair cable.
Each twisted pair MUST be individually
shielded.
1. Set the V13OOX-CC card cage power switch to
OFF (Figure 2-2).
2. Assemble the DB-15 connector used for the key-
pad connections (section 2.4.1.3) to one end of a
dual twisted-pair cable at the V13OOXSV CPU
end of the cable. Refer to Figure 2-7 and Table 2-5.
3. Connect the DB-15 cable connector to connector
J2 on the rear panel of the V13OOX-SV. Refer to
Figure 2-2.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Assemble a DB-9 connector from the accessory
package to one end of a dual twisted-pair cable at
the V1344SCPU-HDR CPU end of the cable.
Refer to Figure 2-7 and Table 2-5.
Connect the DB-9 cable connector to connector J3
on the rear panel of the V1344SCPU-HDR.
Route the cables to a V12OOX-DL. Connect the
cable to the DL output. Follow the connection
instructions in the DL instruction manuals.
Continue routing cables from device to device until
alldistributionline~~~~~us~~~~.
2.4.1.5 Camera Receiver Ports
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, It is possible that a VPS1306
system may not use any receivers, but most systems
will have some. In a typical system, some camera
stations will require receivers while others will not.
The V13OOX-SV-RS Supervisor CPU has two serial
channels for communications with camera receivers.
This CPU supports up to 256 camera mceivers. These
channels (3 and 4) share connector 54.
The V13OOX-SV-RF version has four serial channels
and supports up to 1024 camera receivers. These chan-
nels use connectors 54 (Channels 3 and 4) and J5
(Channels 5 and 6). Refer to Table 2-6 and Figure 2-8
for wiring details. (Refer to Table 2-3, Shielded, Dual
Twisted-Pair Cable Maximum Operating Distances.)
Use of a Vl2OOX-DL Distribution Line Control (DL)
permits star/daisy-chain cable configurations. Up to
10 devices (receivers and other DLs) can connect to a
VI 200X-DL. Refer to Appendix C, V12OOX-DL
Distribution Line Control, and applicable instruction
manuals.
NOTE: The receivers are connected to the
V13OOX-SV via shielded, dual twisted-pair ca-
ble. Each twisted pair MUST be individually
shielded.
4. Route the cables to a V12OOX-DL. Connect the
cable to the DL input. Follow the connection
instructions in the DL instruction manual.
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V13OOX.SV CPU AT CENTRAL
CONTROL SITE TO V1200X-DL
V13OOX-SV CONNECTOR
J2 (CHANNEL 2)
V12QQX.DL TO Vl344SCPlbHDR AT
REMOTE VIDEO SWITCHING SITE
V1200X-DL OUTPUT
CONNECTOR JIJIO
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15 14 13 12 11 10 9
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Vi 200X-DL INPUT
CONNECTOR Jll
-i--/ COMMAND
Vl344SCPlJ-HDR
CONNECTOR 53
NOTE: All connectors are shown from wiring skle.
Figure 2-7
V13OOX-SV to V1344SCPUHDR Communications Connector Cabling
TABLE 2-5
VI 300X-W TO VI 344SCPU-HDR COMMUNICATIONS
CONNECTOR CONFIGURATION
Sourte: V1200X-DL v12oox-01 Destination:
v18oox-sv Distribution line Control Distribution Line Control V1S448CPlJ-HDR
Connector 52 Input Connector Jll Dulpul Connector Jl-Jl 0 Connector JS
Pin No. Sipnal Name Pin No. Pk No.
Pln No.
1
NOT USED
- - -
2NOT USED
-
- -
3NOT USED
- - -
4RESPONSE IN +367
5RESPONSE IN
-
2 5 3
6 GND 1 4 8
7 NOT USED
- - -
8NOT USED
- - -
9NOT USED
- - -
IO COMMAND OUT + 6 3 1
11
COMMAND OUT - 5 2 6
12 GND 4 1
2
NOTE: Connector J2 has 2 ports: Channel 1 is used for remote keypad connections and Channel 2 is used to communicate with the
V1344SCFWHDR. In this table, if a J2 pin number is labeled “NOT USED”, this means only that the pin is not used for V1344SCPU-HDR
communications. The pin may4ll be used for remote keypad cabling. See Table 2-4.
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V13OOX-SV-RS, -RF (SUPERVISOR CPU)
RECEIVER PORTS J4, J5 (CHANNELS 4, 6)
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V13OOX-W-RS, -RF (SUPERVISOR CPU)
RECEIVER PORTS J4, J5 (CHANNELS 3, 5)
Vl3OOR-1, -2
VI 200X-DL
!:CAMERA RECEIVER)
ERMINAL BLOCK TBl (DISTRIW~O~C~~~ :,yNTROL)
NOTE: Ail connectors are shown from wiring side.
Figure 2-8
Receiver Connector Cabling (Channels 3,4,5, and 6)
TABLE 2-6
RECEIVER CONNECTOR CONFIGURATION
source
0edhUlll0il
VlSOOX-SV-RS, -RF ’
Serial Cbannsls 3,4,5, and 6 ’
VlZODX-DL Dlslribulion Uris W200R-LM-l,-2 V1200R and Vl3OOR
COllWOl Receivers ROCOiVEn
Channels 3 Channsk 6 Channels 9 Cimnnslr 6
J4/J6 Channels 3 and 4 Channsls 6 and 6 Channels 3 Channels 5and 4 and6 and 4 and 6
Pin No. Signal Names Signal Names and 4 and 6 Terminal Terminal Twmlnal
hrmlnal
Jll Pin No. Jll Pin No. Block Block Block Block
Pwitions Pwitions Positions Potnions
1 RESPONSE IN 3+ RESPONSE IN 5+ 3 - 10 - 7 -
2 RESPONSE IN 3- RESPONSE IN 5- 2 - 9 - 8 -
3 GND GND 1 - 11 - 6 -
4 RESPONSE IN4+ RESPONSE IN 6+ - 3 - 10 - 7
5 RESPONSE IN4- RESPONSE IN 6- - 2 - 9 - 8
6 GND GND - 1 - 11 - 6
7 COMMAND OUT3+ COMMAND OUT5+ 6 - 7 - IO -
8 COMMAND OUT3- COMMAND OUT5- 5 - 6 - 11 -
9 GND GND 4 - 8 - 9 -
10 COMMAND OUT4+ COMMAND OUT 6+ - 6 - 7 - 10
11 COMMAND OUT4- COMMAND OUT 6- - 5 - 6 - 11
12 GND GND - 4 - 8 - 9
‘V13OOX-SV-RS has only one port, JS (Channels 3 and 4). V13OOX-SV-Rp has two ports, J4 and J5 (Channels 3,4,5, and 6).
2Channel 3 = receivers l-256. Channel 4 = receivers 257-512. Channel 5 = receivers 513-768. Channel 6 =receivers 769-1024.
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