Vicon V4481 SCC-HD MATRIX 44 User guide

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MODEL V4481 SCC-HD MATRIX 440 HIGH-DENSITY
VIDEO SWITCHING SYSTEM
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual provides information on the installation of
the V4481SCC-HD Matrix 44 High-Density Switcher
Card Cage, including how to install the card cage and
how to connect it to the rest of the system. This system
should only be installed by a qualified technician using
approved materials and wiring practices in accordance
with the national, state, and local electrical codes. Read
these instructions through completely before attempting
installation, Refer to Figure l-l, V4481SCC-HD Card
Cage Front and Rear Panels.
NOTE: This instruction manual should be used
ONLY ifthe Matrix 44 switching system is controlled
by an external CPU (either the VPSl300 or VPSl200
CPU). This manual does not provide installation
instructions for the V1344SCPU-HD internal CPU.
Ifthe V1344SCPU-HD is installed in the V4481SCC-
HD card cage, refer to Instruction Manual X779 to
install the system.
Matrix 44 is a microprocessor-based video switching
system that automatically routes video signals from a
requested camera position to a specified monitor. Re-
movable printed circuit boards, featuring plug-in con-
nectors, permit on-site service and minimize down-time
of the entire CCTV system.
The V4481SCC-HD Matrix 44 high-density card cage
can accommodate 16 video switcher cards. Each
switcher card can accept up to eight video inputs, for a
card cage capacity of 128 inputs and eight outputs. This
greatly reduces the amount of space required for equip-
ment installation.
The V4481SCC-HD card cage is supplied with a mother
board, a video amplifier board, and a power supply. The
card cage also contains slots for the following boards: an
address decoder card or an internal system CPU (optional),
an expander card, and up to 16 video switcher cards. Refer
to Table 1 - 1, Matrix 44 System Components.
The specific combination of these cards in a given card
cage and the number of card cages required for a system
are determined by the size and configuration of the video
system it is supporting. One high-density Matrix 44 card
cage containing 16 video switcher boards can support a
system of 128 cameras and eight monitors. The maxi-
mum number of cameras and monitors a system can
support depends upon the system CPU.
If the V4481SCC-HD is connected to an external Nova
Powermax VPS 1300 CPU (expanded version), the sys-
tem can support a maximum of 1024 cameras and 256
monitors. With custom software and hardware, there is
virtually no upper limit to the number of cameras and
monitors in a system.
The V4481SCC-HD complies with UL Standard 1409,
requirements for an FCC Class A device, and European
Community EMC Directive 89/336. The product was
subjected to the testing outlined in European Normaliza-
tion Standard EN 50081-l [Electromagnetic Compatibil-
ity - General Emissions Standard Part 1: Residential,
Commercial and Light Industry) and EN 50082-l (Elec-
tromagnetic Compatibility - Generic Immunity Standard
part 1: Residential, Commercial, and Light Industry).
WARNING: TO PREVENT RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1
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.
Theexclamation pointwithin anequilateral triangle is intendedtoalert
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. Cleaning - Step a applies to equipment that can be disconnected
from the CCTV system without seriously jeopardizin
applies to equipment that must operate continuous y such as video 7
security, Step b
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 d/rect exposure to outdoor environments.
8.Accessories- Do not placethisvideo producton anyunstabiesurface
or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a person
and serious damage to the video product. Use onl
accessory recommended by Vicon, or sold with tYI
with a mounting
e video product.
Any mounting of the video product should fol low Vicon’s instructions,
and a mounting accessory recommended by Vicon should be used.
9. Ventilation
ventilation and
-Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
to ensure rellable 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
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video roduct on a ru
2
lacing the
shoul cpnever be place5
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.
10. Power Sources -This video product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sureofthetypeof powersupplied to your installatronsite,consultyour
Vicon dealer or local power company. For video products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
11. Grounding-Thisapplies tovideo productsequi
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (groun mg) pm. This plug cr
ped with a 3-wire
only fits into a groundin
you are unable to -type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If insertt a e 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 they exit from the video
13.OutdoorCableCrounding-Ifanoutsidecablesystem isconnected
to the video product, be sure the cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
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-I 984, provides information with respect to 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
not used for v-
For added protection for this video product when it is
ong periods of time, disconnect it from its power source
and from the cable system. This prevents damage to the video product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines - An outside cable system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead ower lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can all into such power lines or circuits. When P
installing an outside cable system, extreme care should be taken to
kee
mlg t be fatal.
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from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
Do16. ?verloadins: not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can resu t 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 outP1arts that could result in a fire or electric shot
.
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 ou to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to quall led service personnel. J
19. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect this video product from
its power source and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions. Note that step c does not apply to
outdoorcamera housings, outdoorpan-and-tiltdrivesand otherequip-
ment specifically designed for direct exposure to outdoor environ-
ments.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If Ii 3 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 product does not operate normally b following the
operatin
ered by t e operating instructions, as an impro
Yl
instructions. Adjust only those contra s that are cov- Y
er adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and WI I often require 7
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video
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 b Vicon
or that have the same characteristics as the original part. rl
Unaut onzed
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, 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
CAUTKXk Careful selection of the proper cable is essen-
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tial to obtain the bestperformance from this equipment.
Vicon assumes no responsibilityforpoorperformance when
cables other than those recommended are installed. In all
cases, coaxial cable impedance should be 75 ohms.
Materials
Use only cable with a pure copper center conductor. Do not
use cable with either a copper-plated steel or an aluminum
center conductor because these do not transfer signals effec-
tively in the frequency range used in CCTV networks. A
center conductor with low DC resistance is required for
effective CCTV operation.
Solid-core bare copper conductor is best suited to video
applications, except where flexing occurs. If the coaxial
cable will be subjected to flexing during normal use, select
a cable with a stranded center conductor.
The preferred dielectric material is cellular (foam) polyethyl-
ene. It has better electrical characteristics than solid polyeth-
ylene, but is more vulnerable to moisture. Therefore, useonly
solid polyethylene dielectric cable with a heavy exterior
insulation in applications subject to tnoisture.
The shield must be copper braid providing 95% or better
coverage.
Installation Tips
Do not stretch cable or subject it to sharp bends.
Keep the cable out of contact with hot pipes or any other heat
source. Even ifthere is notenough heattocauseobviousdamage
to the cable, transmission characteristics will be affected.
In locations wherethe cable must be continuously flexed (for
example, with scanners or pan-and-tilt drives), use cable
intended for such movement. This cable will have stranded
wire center conductor.
Use only crimp-type BNC connectors.
Cable Types and Operating Distances
The most commonly used cable types are RG-59/U and
RG-II/U. Each is actually a family of cables with widely
varying electrical characteristics, some of which are not
suitable for CCTV applications.
The maximum camera-to-unit distance for the three most
common cables is listed in Table A. The characteristics of the
cables in this table should be used as a guideline when cables
other then Belden are used. Materials and construction must
follow the guidelines above. Table B gives some equivalent
cable numbers of other manufacturers. Vicon recommends
the following coaxial cable types, unless otherwise specified
elsewhere in this manual.
TABLE A
RECOMMENDED CABLES
‘BC = bare copper, 2TC = tinned copper
TABLE B
DC RESISTANCE (OHMS) PER 1000 FEET OF EQUIVALENT CABLES
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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 designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-
terference when the equipment is operated in a com-
mercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tion manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment 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
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.
l Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver.
l Relocate the equipment away from the receiver.
l Plug the equipment into a different electrical outlet
so that the computer and receiver are on different
branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for addi-
tional 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. Government Printing Office, Superintendent
of Documents, Mail stop SSOP, Washington, D.C.
20402-9328.
WARNING:
A
Power must be removed from this
unit before removing circuit modules or ribbon
cables.
CAUTION: This unit contains circuit cards with
A
integrated circuit devices that can be damaged
by static discharge. Take all necessary precau-
tions to prevent static discharge.
TABLE l-l
MATRIX 44 SYSTEM COMPONENTS
MODEL NUMBER
1PRODUCTCODE 1 DESCRIPTION
V4481 SCC-HD 4622-I 0
4622-i 1Matrix 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 (4622-10) and 230 VAC (4622-l 1).
V441 OS-HD 4164 Video switcher card. Can accommodate up to 8 video inputs per card. The card
cage can accommodate up to 16 V441 OS-HD cards, for a capacity of 128 video
inputs by 8 monitor outputs.
V4411 RP-BNC
4641
Rear connector panel with 8 BNC connectors and 1 ribbon cable connector.
V4411 RP-RIB 4640
V4430ADEGHD 0379
Rear connector panel with 2 ribbon cable connectors.
Address decoder card. Used to define video output (monitor) addresses. Decodes
and routes CPU control signals.
V4441SEXP-HD
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4625 Switcher expander card. Used for camera expansion when number of cameras
exceeds 128.
V4450RCP-HO
V75TR-1
V75T
0381
Rear closure panel. For rear closure of unused card positions.
4638 Terminator for ribbon cable connector.
3260 75ohm terminator for BNC connector.
V44RG21-1 4639 21 -inch coaxial ribbon cable assembly for distributing video between
V4410S-HD switcher cards.
V44RCB-12-l 4637 12-inch coaxial ribbon cable assembly for distributing video signals from
V4410S-HD to external devices. Terminated with eight BNC connectors.
1-4
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tilard Cage Handle (2) Captive Screw (4) Card Cage Power LED
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VICON 8 8
FRONT PANEL
Switched Video Outputs to Monitors or Next Card Cage
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CONTtOL IN
Address Decoder Rear Connector Panel (16) Video Input and Looping Output Cards
NOTE: The rear panel of each card cage will vary depending upon the systems configuration.
REAR PANEL, FULLY POPULATED CARD CAGE
Figure l-l
V44SlSCC-HD Card Cage Front and Rear Panels
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2. INSTALLATION
The V448 1 SCC-HD Matrix 44 High-Density Switcher
Card Cage should only be installed by a qualified tech-
nician 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.
NOTE:
In figures depicting matrix switching sys-
tems, it is conventional to show camera expansion by
placing the second card cage to the right of thefirst
as shown in Figure 2-l. In such figures, it is also
conventional to show monitor expansion by placing
the second card cage below the first. In the actual
physical installation, the cages may be placed either
horizontally or vertically, relative to each other.
All Matrix 44 systems are preconfigured and internally
set up at the factory. The printed circuit cards are all
installed in the card cages at the factory, and camera and
monitor addresses are also set at the factory. Conse-
quently, installation at the user’s site requires no adjust-
ment of any internal printed circuit card.
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,
This manual details the installation of the components
of the Matrix 44 video switching system. The installa-
tion of other optional system components is detailed in
the manuals for those items. Some of these optional
devices are rack-mounted, and it is important that all of
these be included when the rack layout is planned.
Other system components may also be rack-mounted
but normally are not located in the same racking console
as the switcher card cages and their options, so they
would not require consideration in planning the CPU
console layout.
The V4481SCC-HD may be used with an internal CPU
(V1344SCPU-HD) or with one of several external
CPUs. This manual does not include installation in-
structions for the system CPU. If the V4481SCC-HD is
used with the V1344SCPU-HD, refer to Instruction
Manual X779. If an external CPU is used with the
V4481SCC-HD, use this manual and the appropriate
CPU instruction manual to install the system.
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.) may
be grouped in pairs, each pair being sepa-
rated from other components by 1.75 inches.
3. The manufacturer of the racking console may
or may not include screws for attaching the
racked components to the console. Determine
if they will be 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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SYSTEM
CPU
Figure 2-l
Sample System Configuration
Front View
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.
2.2.2 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.
2.2.1 INSPECTION FOR VISIBLE DAMAGE
Immediately inspect the cartons upon delivery. On all
copies of the carrier’s freight bill, make a note of any
visible damage.
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 Matrix 44 High-Density Card Cage in Rack
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 or-
dered separately from the card cage or if modules were
removed from the card cage for any reason.
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2.3.1 CARD CAGE INSTALLATION
NOTE: It is recommended that two installers work
together to mount the card cages in the rack.
Some rack manufacturers supply special mounting
hardware. Determine how this hardware is to be used
before attempting to install any racked equipment. One
installer should position the rack while a second installer
secures it to the front standard.
2.4 System Cabling
This section provides information on the cabling re-
quired to connect the system components. Refer to page
l-3 for Coaxial Cable Recommendations.
When installing the V44RC-21-1 or V44RCB-12-1 ca-
ble assemblies, orient the connector so that the locking
lever locks into the notch on the right side on the
connector on the panel,
NOTE: When using these cable assemblies with
older connector panels, cut off the locking lever for
proper fit.
NOTE: Words in capital letters (e.g., PWR or
CONTROL OUT) indicate the names used on the
card cage panels.
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-1 ribbon cable terminators.
2.4.1.1 Monitor Expansion
NOTE: In Section 2.4.1.1 (Monitor Expansion) and
Section 2.4.2.1 (Camera Expansion), the interconnec-
tions between the card cages may be made with indi-
vidual coaxial cables terminated with BNC connectors
or with coaxial ribbon cables terminated with coaxial
ribbon cable connectors. In order to keep thejigures as
clear as possible, the figures referenced in these sec-
tions show card cage interconnections made with rib-
bon cables. Model V44RC-21-l is a 21-inch coaxial
ribbon cable assembly used for distributing video be-
tween V441 OS-HD switcher cards. Longer ribbon ca-
bles are available on special order.
NOTE: Model V44RCB-12-I is a 12-inch coaxial
ribbon cable assembly for distributing video signals
from the V441OSHD switcher cards to external
devices. The V44RCB-12-l ribbon cable assembly is
terminated with eight BNC connectors. This cable as-
sembly may be used as necessary in Sections 2.4.1 and
2.4.2.
If there are 9 to 16 monitor outputs, the system requires
a second card cage for monitor expansion. The video
switcher subpanels in the second card cage may contain
two ribbon cable connectors or one ribbon cable con-
nector and eight BNC connectors to loop out to external
devices. Connect a ribbon cable from the looping out
ribbon cable connectors on card cage 1 subpanels to one
of the ribbon cable connectors on card cage 2. See
Figure 2-2. If there are no more than 16 monitors, the
other ribbon cable connector or unused BNC connectors
on the second cage must be terminated.
If the system has 17 or more monitor outputs, it is
necessary to loop to another switcher card cage. Install
looping ribbon cables or coaxial cables terminated with
BNC connectors from card cage 1 to 2, from 2 to 3, and
so on until the last card cage is connected. Terminate
the unused video ribbon cable connectors or unused
BNC connectors on the last card cage.
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Looping video (cameras l-8) to‘next card cage.
Terminate if not used to loop out to another card cage.
Figure 2-2
Camera Connections and Looping Video to Switcher Card Cages
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2.4.2 COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTIONS
BETWEEN SWITCHER CARD CAGES AND
MONITORS
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 has only one monitor
output subpanel. Refer to Figure 2-3. The individual
monitor subpanels are labeled MON 1-8, MON 9-16,
and so on. The lowest number monitor 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 l-8,
and so on.
If the system size does not exceed 128 cameras, no addi-
tional card cages are required for camera expansion, The
monitors or VCRs are connected directly to the monitor
output BNCs on the card cage. See Figure 2-3. Terminate
any unused connectors on the monitor output cards.
2.4.2.1 Camera Expansion
2.4.2.1.1 Systems with 129-256 Cameras
For sys-
tems with 129 to 256 cameras, an additional card cage
is required for camera expansion. One V4441 SEXP-HD
expander card is placed in the additional card cage. The
video inputs from both card cages are combined onto
eight monitor outputs in the second card cage, as shown
in Figure 2-5, Group B.
MONITOR 8
Terminate if not used to loop out to another card cage.
NOTE: Only the relevant portion of the card cage is
shown in order to keep the figure as clear as possible.
NOTE: There are two card cages shown above.
Only the relevant portion of each is shown in
order to keep the figure as clear as possible.
Figure 2-4
Expander Card Connections
The monitor output ribbon cable connector or BNC
connectors on the first card cage must be connected
to the corresponding expander card in the video out-
put (second) card cage (Figure 2-4). Connect the
monitor output BNC connectors on the video output
card cage to monitors or VCRs.
For systems with more than 128 cameras and more
than 8 monitors, such as the system shown in Figure
2-1, camera expansion and monitor expansion card
cages are necessary. Follow the procedures in both
Sections 2.4.1.1, and 2.4.2.1 to install such a system.
2.4.2.1.2 Systems with More than 256 Cameras
Matrix 44 switching systems are based on 8-monitor
blocks of switch banks. Each 8-monitor block has video
inputs from every camera in the system.
Systems that exceed 256 cameras (Figure 2-5, Groups
C - E) use switch banks of 256 camera inputs for each
8-monitor block. The outputs of each switch bank are
combined in a monitor-select card cage (Figure 2-5,
card cages c - e), The monitor-select card cage re-
quires a V4430ADEC-HD address decoder card and
one V4410S-HD switcher card for the monitor out-
puts from each video input switch bank (each group
of 256 cameras).
Figure 2-3
Monitor Connections to Switcher Card Cage
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NOTE: B = Group B switch bank, (i.e., 256 cameras).
A-B = Either group A or B switch banks (Le., 256 or less cameras, l-128 or 129-256 cameras ).
l-128
c,d,e = Monitor-select card cage (systems with greater than 256 cameras).
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NOTE: The \ symbols on the card cage input and output lines represent multiple cables,
i.e., \8 represents 8 cables, even though one line is drawn.
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For example, a system with 532 camera inputs and 8
monitor outputs requires two video input switch banks
of 256 camera inputs (two card cages per switch bank)
and a video input switch bank of 20 inputs (one card
cage). The outputs are combined in the monitor-select
card cage, which requires three V44lOSHD cards (one
card for each video input switch bank). The 532-camera,
S-monitor system requires a total of six V4481SCC-HD
card cages. Refer to Figure 2-5, Group D.
Follow the procedures in Section 2.4.2.1.1 to connect the
cables between two card cages in the same switch bank
(129 - 256 cameras). Connect the monitor output ribbon
cable connector or BNC connectors on the last card cage
in each switch bank to the corresponding V4410S-HD
card in the monitor-select card cage. Connect the monitor
output BNC connectors on the monitor-select cage to
monitors or VCRs. Refer to Figure 2-6.
2.4.3 CARD CAGE INTERCONNECTIONS
The Matrix 44 switching system must be controlled by
a CPU. If the V1344SCPU-HD internal CPU is used,
refer to Instruction Manual X779. If an external CPU
(VPS1300 or VPS1200) is used, the V4481SCC-HD
card cages must be connected to the CPU. Refer to the
appropriate CPU instruction manual.
2.4.3.1 Interconnection Configurations
The card cages can be interconnected serially in a daisy-
chain configuration, In the daisy-chain configuration,
the card cages are connected one after another on a
single communication route, starting with the CPU. If
there is a communication failure anywhere in the line,
all card cages beyond that point also become inoperable.
See Figure 2-7.
2.4.3.2 Selecting the Ribbon Cables
The card cages communicate with each other via ribbon
cables. The length of the cable should not exceed 10 feet
(3 ml.
Before beginning the interconnection procedures de-
scribed in the next section, it is necessary to select the
proper ribbon cables. The V4481SCC-HD card cages
are connected to each other via 25-pin D-shell connec-
tors located on the rear panel of the V4430ADEC-HD.
2.4.3.3 Card Cage Interconnection Procedure
Refer to Figure 2-7 and the appropriate CPU instruction
manual for additional information. Use the following
procedure to install cables from the CPU to the
V4430ADEC-HD. Follow these procedures if the card
cages are connected in a daisy-chain configuration.
CAUTION: All card cages in the system must have
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power turned OFF whenever ribbon cables are
connected to or disconnected from the CPU.
Failure to observe this caution can cause
damage to the modules from static electricity.
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Set the power switch on the CPU to OFF. Refer to
the appropriate CPU instruction manual.
Select a cable with a 25-pin D-shell rectangular
connector on each end to connect the V13OOX-VC
CPU to the V4430ADEC-HD.
Plug the connector on one end of the selected cable
into the appropriate connector on the CPU. Refer to
the CPU instruction manual. Figure 2-7 shows an
example of the Matrix 44 system connected to the
V1300X-VC-F video control CPU.
Route the cable to the V4430ADEC-HD in the first
Matrix 44 card cage.
Set the power switches on all Matrix 44 card cages
to OFF (Figure 2-8). The Matrix 44 card cage switch
can be accessed by loosening the four (4) captive
screws on the front panel of the card cage (Figure
l-l) and removing the front panel.
Connect the CONTROL OUT connector 53 on the
first V4430ADEC-HD to the CONTROL IN con-
nector J4 on the next V4430ADEC-HD as shown in
Figure 2-7. Continue routing cables as shown in
Figure 2-7 until all connections are complete.
As shown in Figure 2-7, CONTROL OUT connector 53
on the V4430ADEC-HD rear panel is not always used.
If connector 53 is not used, a cover plate may be installed
over 53 to cover the open connector. Refer to Figure 2-9.
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CPU, V12OOX-TDC time/date/title card cages may be con-
the V443OADEC-HD to a V12OOX-TDC.
2.5 Power Connections
The V4481SCCHD card cage is supplied with a
detachable 120 V line cord. Plug the connector on one
end of the line cord into the connector labeled PWR on
the rear panel of the CPU. Insert the plug on the other
end of the line cord into an appropriate power outlet.
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APPENDIX A
A. MATRIX 44 CARD LOCATIONS AND ADDRESSES
The V4481SCC-HD Matrix 44 high-density card cage
is supplied with a mother board, a video amplifier board,
and a power supply. The card cage also contains slots
for the following boards: an address decoder card, an
internal system CPU (optional), expander cards, and up
to 16 video switcher cards. Refer to Table l-l for a list
of Matrix 44 system components and their descriptions.
Figure A-l shows the card arrangement in a 128-camera,
8-monitor system. A smaller system has fewer V441OS
HD switcher cards, depending on the number of video
inputs. For instance, a 40-camera system requires only
five V4410S-HD cards (40 cameras/8 cameras per card),
leaving 11 empty card slots. A larger system, with
greater than 128 cameras or 8 monitors, requires 2 or
more card cages.
A.1 Addressing Matrix 44 Switcher Components
Vicon ships the Matrix 44 systems with the matrix
switching addresses correctly set. However, when ex-
panding a system or replacing an existing card, the
addresses must be set properly.
The addresses of the Matrix 44 cards (V4410S-HD
switcher cards, V4430ADEC-HD cards, and
V4441SEXP-HD expander cards) define video signal
inputs and outputs for the system. Additional cards must
have their addresses set before installation in a card cage.
Video input (camera) addresses are set on the
V441OS-HD switcher cards. The video input address
permits the system to select a specific video input.
Video output (monitor) addresses are set on the
V4430ADEC-HD address decoder cards. The video
output address permits the system to specify to which
monitor (or other output device) a selected camera input
is routed. In single-card-cage systems, the video outputs
are automatically identified as l-8 and no addressing is
required.
POWER LED
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In systems with more than 128 video inputs, one or more
V4441SEXP-HD expander cards are used. One ex-
pander card is located in the last card cage of each video
input switch bank. The eight monitor outputs from the
first cage are routed to the video inputs of expander card
in the second card cage in a switch bank. The address of
the V4441SEXP-HD is set to give correct identification
to the incoming video from the previous card cage.
A.l.l ADDRESSING V4410S-HD
SWITCHER CARDS
The first step in setting card addresses is to identify the
correct address for the card in question. When systems
are shipped, each card is marked on the front edge with
the camera input numbers.
Refer to Section 2.4.2.1.2 for definitions of video input
switch banks and monitor-select switch banks.
A.l.l.l V4410S-HD Cards Used in Video Input
Switch Banks
In a single-card-cage system, only the V4410S-HD
cards require addressing. Looking at the card cage from
the front, the left card is addressed for video inputs l-8,
the second card 9-l 6, and so on. The sixteenth card from
the left is addressed for inputs 121- 128. Refer to Figure
A-2.
The highest address setting a V4410S-HD can have is
249-256. Therefore, if a system exceeds 256 camera
inputs, each additional switch bank of 256 inputs
(257-512, 513-768, and 769-1024) reuses addresses l-
256. For example, the first V4410S-HD card in the
second switch bank (switch bank 257-512) is used for
cameras 257-264. However, since a switcher card ad-
dress cannot exceed 249-256, this card must have its
address set for 1-8. The next card (inputs 265-272) must
have its address set for 9-16.
If the system exceeds eight monitors, the video signals
are looped out to additional card cages for monitor
expansion. Card cages used for monitor expansion must
have the same camera addresses as the card cage that
receives the video signal. Refer to Figure A-2, All card
cages in the same column (columns are used to show
monitor expansion) have the same camera addresses.
A.1.1.2 V4410S-HD Cards Used in Monitor-
Select Switch Banks
In systems with more than 256 cameras, each S-monitor
block requires a monitor-select card cage (refer to Section
2.4.2.1.2ifnecessary).Thiscardcagecombines theoutputs
of each 256-camera switch bank into a single %monitor
output set. The monitor-select card cage must have one
V4410S-HD card for each switch bank (l-256,257-512,
513-768, 769-1024). The V4410S-HD address for these
cards are l-8,9-16,17-24, and 25-32, respectively.
A.1.2 SETTING V4410S-HD ADDRESS DIP
SWITCHES
CAUTION: The Matrix 44 circuit boards contain
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integrated circuits (ICY) that are sensitive to
static electrical discharge. Take all necessary
precautions (including use of grounding equip-
ment such as ground straps and conductive work
pads) to avoid static discharge which can destroy
ICS.
The address for each V4410S-HD card is set on DIP
switch U7. Refer to Figure A-3 for the location of the
DIP switch. Place the V4410S-HD card on a static-free
work surface before beginning work.
The switch has eight positions; only positions one
through five are used to set addresses. Refer to Table
A-l for switch settings. A numeral “1” in the table
indicates ON; a “0” indicates OFF.
NOTE: DIP switches found on V441OS-HD cards
may have the numbers oriented right-side-up or up-
side-down as you hold the card in the position shown
in Figure A-3. This does not affect the addressing
procedure. Simply set each switch ON or OFF as
indicated in Table A-l.
A.l.3 SETTING V4430ADEC-HD ADDRESS
DIP SWITCHES
Video output (monitor) addresses are set on the
V4430ADEC-HD address decoder cards. The video
output address specifies to which monitor (or other
output device) a selected camera input is routed. In
single-card-cage systems, the video outputs are
automatically identified as 1-8 and no addressing
is required.
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TABLE A-l
V4410S-HD ADDRESS DIP SWITCH U7 SETTINGS
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248-256 1 1 111
Binary Settings: 1 = ON/CLOSED; 0 = OFF/OPEN
CAUTION: The Matrix 44 circuit boards contain
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integrated circuits (ICs) that are sensitive to
static electrical discharge. Take all necessary
precautions (including use of grounding equip-
ment such as ground straps and conductive work
pads) to avoid static discharge which can destroy
KS.
The address for V4430ADEC-HD cards is set on DIP
switch SW 1. Refer to Figure A-4 for the location of the
DIP switch. Place the V4430ADEC-HD card on a static-
free work surface before beginning work.
Refer to Table A-2 for switch settings. A numeral “1”
in the table means ON; a “0” indicates OFF.
NOTE: All V4430ADEC-HD cards must have
strap (jumper) W2 enabled (in place) and strap WI
disabled (removed). All current V4430ADEC-HD
cards are shipped in this configuration.
NOTE: DIP switches on V4430ADEC-HD cards
may have the numbers oriented right-side-up or up-
side-down as you hold the card in the position shown
in Figure A-4. This does not affect the addressing
procedure. Simply set each switch ON or OFF as
indicated in Table A-2.
NOTE: ON ACTUAL SWITCHES, NUMBERS MAY BE
ORIENTED AS SHOWN OR MAY BE UPSIDE DOWN.
THIS DOES NOT AFFECT THE ADDRESSING PRO-
CEDURE. SIMPLY SET EACH SWITCH ON OR OFF
AS INDICATED IN TABLE A-l.
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Location of DIP Switch U7 on
V4410S-HD Switcher Card
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Location of DIP Switch SW1 and Strap Wl & W2
A.1.4 SETTING V4441SEXP-HD ADDRESS
DIP SWITCHES
CAUTION: The Matrix 44 circuit boards contain
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integrated circuits (K S ) that are sensitive to static
electrical discharge. Take all necessary precau-
tions (including use of grounding equipment such
as ground straps and conductive work pads) to
avoid static discharge which can destroy KS.
TABLE A-2
V4430ADEC-HD ADDRESS DIP SWITCH SW1 SETTINGS
Video Ouput
Addresses DIP Switch SW1 Position Settings
Binary Settings: 1 = ON/CLOSED; 0 = OFF/OPEN
Each video input switch bank that has 129-256 camera
inputs (i.e., each switch bank that requires two card
cages) requires one V4441SEXP-HD expander card in
the second card cage of each switch bank. Refer to
Section 2.4.2.1.2 and Figures 2-5 and 2-6 for a definition
and examples of switch banks.
Since a video input switch bank can accommodate 256
camera inputs, and each card cage can accommodate
128 camera inputs, there is never more than two card
cages in a switch bank. Therefore, there is never more
than one V4441SEXP-HD in a card cage.
Two-position DIP switch U7 determines the address of
the V4441SEXP-HD expander card. Refer to Figure A-5
for the location of DIP switch U7. Place the
V4441SEXP-HD card on a static-free work surface
before beginning work. Set both of the switches on U7
to OFF or “0.” All current V4441SEXP-HD cards are
shipped in this configuration.
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Location of DIP Switch U7
on V4441SEXP-HD Card