Videotec DT User manual

OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS

US FCC Part 15 Class B Verification Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

1 - OPENING AND CHECKING THE PACKAGE................................................................8
1.1 - Symbols used.......................................................................................................................................8
1.2 - Contents of the package.....................................................................................................................8
1.3 - Checking the markings.......................................................................................................................8
1.4 - Description of the labels.....................................................................................................................8
2 - DESCRIPTION OF THE KEYBOARD............................................................................9
2.1 - General information.............................................................................................................................9
2.1.1 - Features..........................................................................................................................................................9
2.1.2 - Configuration.................................................................................................................................................9
2.1.3 - Security..........................................................................................................................................................9
2.2 - Appliances that can be connected to the DCT keyboard..............................................................10
2.2.1 - Video Matrixes/DVR's/Multiplexers...........................................................................................................10
2.2.2 - Domes/Camera/Receivers............................................................................................................................10
2.3 - Connectors.........................................................................................................................................10
2.4 - Adjusting the contrast.......................................................................................................................10
2.5 - DIP switch...........................................................................................................................................11
2.6 - Safety precautions when using the keyboard................................................................................11
2.7 - Installing the keyboard......................................................................................................................12
3 - COMMUNICATION LINES AND CONNECTIONS.......................................................13
3.1 - Video line and telemetry lines..........................................................................................................13
3.1.1 - Line busy indicators.....................................................................................................................................13
3.2 - RS485 and types of systems............................................................................................................14
3.3 - One keyboard per line: standard connection cable.......................................................................15
3.4 - More than two devices on the same line.........................................................................................16
4 - CONFIGURING THE KEYBOARD...............................................................................17
4.1 - Description of the system.................................................................................................................17
4.1.1 - How to interact with the keyboard...............................................................................................................17
4.1.2 - Switching on the system..............................................................................................................................17
4.1.3 - Main Menu...................................................................................................................................................17
4.1.3.1 - System data area..................................................................................................................................17
4.1.3.2 - GRAPHICS environment Area...........................................................................................................17
4.1.3.3 - Video/telemetry control area...............................................................................................................17
4.1.3.4 - Control menu area ..............................................................................................................................18
4.1.3.5 - Direct control area ..............................................................................................................................18
4.1.3.6 - Status line............................................................................................................................................18
4.2 - System data area...............................................................................................................................19
4.2.1 - System Setup ...............................................................................................................................................19
4.2.1.1 - Structure of the setup menu................................................................................................................19
4.2.1.2 - Introduction to the menus and submenus............................................................................................20
4.2.1.3 - How to edit the parameters.................................................................................................................21
4.2.2 - Language......................................................................................................................................................22
4.2.3 - Communications..........................................................................................................................................22
4.2.3.1 - Video...................................................................................................................................................22
4.2.3.1.1 - Type – Protocol – Baud rate.......................................................................................................23
4.2.3.1.2 - Keyboard Add............................................................................................................................24
4.2.3.1.3 - Ext DVR/MUX...........................................................................................................................24
4.2.3.2 - Telemetry............................................................................................................................................25
4.2.3.2.1 - Connector...................................................................................................................................25
4.2.3.2.2 - Protocol – Baud rate...................................................................................................................26
4.2.3.2.3 - Logical address...........................................................................................................................26
4.2.3.3 - Serial tests...........................................................................................................................................27
4.2.3.3.1 - Autotest procedure.....................................................................................................................27
4.2.4 - Accepted values...........................................................................................................................................28
4.2.4.1 - Matrix, multiplexer and DVR cameras connected locally..................................................................28
4.2.4.1.1 - Cameras connected to a matrix...................................................................................................29
4.2.4.1.2 - Single cameras connected to a matrix........................................................................................29
4.2.4.1.3 - Cameras connected to a DVR or MUX......................................................................................30
4.2.4.1.4 - Single cameras connected to DVR or MUX..............................................................................30
4.2.4.2 - Monitor / DVR-MUX connected locally............................................................................................31
4.2.4.2.1 - Monitor (connected with matrix)...............................................................................................31
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4.2.4.2.2 - Single monitors (connection with matrix)..................................................................................31
4.2.4.2.3 - DVR or Multiplexer (direct connection with DVR or MUX)....................................................32
4.2.4.2.4 - Single DVR's or multiplexers (direct connection with DVR or MUX).....................................32
4.2.4.3 - External DVR/MUX cameras.............................................................................................................33
4.2.4.3.1 - Single DVR/MUX cameras........................................................................................................33
4.2.4.4 - External DVR/MUX...........................................................................................................................34
4.2.4.4.1 - Individual setting for external DVR/MUX ...............................................................................34
4.2.4.5 - Functions.............................................................................................................................................35
4.2.4.6 - Common keys......................................................................................................................................36
4.2.5 - Password......................................................................................................................................................37
4.2.6 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................38
4.2.6.1 - Restore basis values............................................................................................................................38
4.2.6.2 - Buzzer/Display....................................................................................................................................39
4.2.6.3 - Joystick................................................................................................................................................39
4.2.6.4 - Verifying correct joystick calibration.................................................................................................40
4.2.6.5 - Calibrating the touch screen................................................................................................................40
4.2.6.5.1 - How to calibrate the touch screen..............................................................................................41
4.2.6.5.2 - Forcing the touch screen to the default values...........................................................................42
4.2.6.6 - Touch test............................................................................................................................................43
4.2.7 - System Information and service menu.........................................................................................................43
4.3 - Video/telemetry control area............................................................................................................44
4.4 - Control menu area.............................................................................................................................45
4.4.1 - PROG MENU..............................................................................................................................................46
4.4.1.1 - PRESET..............................................................................................................................................46
4.4.1.1.1 - Modify PRESET.........................................................................................................................47
4.4.1.1.2 - Cancel PRESET..........................................................................................................................47
4.4.1.1.3 - Delete PRESET..........................................................................................................................48
4.4.2 - SCAN MENU..............................................................................................................................................48
4.4.3 - MACRO KEYS MENU..............................................................................................................................49
4.5 - Direct control area.............................................................................................................................49
4.6 - GRAPHICS Environment Area..........................................................................................................50
4.6.1 - Exit from “GRAPHICS environment Only” mode.....................................................................................50
5 - VIDEO MANAGEMENT................................................................................................51
5.1 - Introduction........................................................................................................................................51
5.1.1 - Video: fundamental concepts......................................................................................................................51
5.1.1.1 - Matrix connected to the video connector............................................................................................51
5.1.1.2 - DVR or MUX connected to video connector.....................................................................................52
5.1.1.2.1 - “SANYO DVR/MU” VIDEO protocol......................................................................................52
5.1.1.2.2 - VIDEO protocols other than “SANYO DVR/MU”...................................................................53
5.1.1.3 - DVR or MUX controlled by a video device (matrix).........................................................................53
5.2 - No video device to be controlled.....................................................................................................54
5.3 - Controllable video matrixes..............................................................................................................55
5.3.1 - ENEO video matrixes .................................................................................................................................56
5.3.1.1 - EKR-8/4, EKR-16/4, EKR-32/8 models.............................................................................................56
5.3.1.1.1 - Connection and operational test.................................................................................................56
5.3.1.1.2 - Matrix setup................................................................................................................................56
5.3.1.2 - VKR-16/4, VKR-32/8 models............................................................................................................56
5.3.1.2.1 - Connection and operational test.................................................................................................56
5.3.2 - VIDEOTEC video matrixes.........................................................................................................................56
5.3.2.1 - SM42A, SM82A, SM84A, SM164A models.....................................................................................56
5.3.2.1.1 - Connection and operational test.................................................................................................56
5.3.2.1.2 - Matrix setup................................................................................................................................56
5.3.2.2 - SM328A model...................................................................................................................................57
5.3.2.3 - SW328 model......................................................................................................................................57
5.3.2.4 - SW164OSM model.............................................................................................................................57
5.3.2.4.1 - Connection and operational test.................................................................................................57
5.3.2.4.2 - Matrix setup................................................................................................................................57
5.3.3 - Linxs video matrix (VIDEOTEC)...............................................................................................................58
5.3.3.1 - LXRPS42A, LXRPS82A, LXRPS84A, LXRPS164A models...........................................................58
5.3.3.1.1 - Connection and operational test.................................................................................................58
5.3.3.1.2 - Matrix setup................................................................................................................................58
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5.3.4 - Video matrix setup.......................................................................................................................................58
5.3.4.1 - Macro OSM.........................................................................................................................................58
5.3.4.2 - VIDEOTEC 164OSM OSM...............................................................................................................59
5.3.4.3 - LINXS OSM (VIDEOTEC)...............................................................................................................59
5.4 - Controllable DVR/MUX's...................................................................................................................60
5.4.1 - Common operations.....................................................................................................................................62
5.4.1.1 - DVR/MUX Setup................................................................................................................................63
5.4.1.2 - Operational tests for direct/indirect connection..................................................................................63
5.4.1.2.1 - VIDEOTEC MUX......................................................................................................................63
5.4.2 - ADEMCO MUX..........................................................................................................................................64
5.4.2.1 - Settings for the MUX communication parameters.............................................................................64
5.4.2.2 - Dedicated functions.............................................................................................................................64
5.4.3 - ENEO DVR/MUX.......................................................................................................................................65
5.4.3.1 - Settings for the DVR/MUX communication parameters....................................................................65
5.4.3.2 - Dedicated functions.............................................................................................................................65
5.4.4 - SAMSUNG DVR........................................................................................................................................66
5.4.4.1 - Settings for the DVR communication parameters..............................................................................66
5.4.4.2 - Dedicated functions.............................................................................................................................66
5.4.5 - SANYO DVR/MUX....................................................................................................................................67
5.4.5.1 - Settings for the DVR/MUX communication parameters....................................................................67
5.4.5.2 - Dedicated functions.............................................................................................................................67
5.4.6 - SONY DVR/MUX.......................................................................................................................................69
5.4.6.1 - Settings for the DVR/MUX communication parameters....................................................................69
5.4.6.2 - Dedicated functions.............................................................................................................................69
5.4.7 - VIDEOTEC MUX.......................................................................................................................................70
5.4.7.1 - Settings for the MUX communication parameters.............................................................................70
5.4.7.2 - Dedicated functions.............................................................................................................................70
6 - TELEMETRY.................................................................................................................71
6.1 - Direct control and control using video systems............................................................................71
6.1.1 - Routine management of telemetry controls.................................................................................................72
6.1.2 - Changing camera ........................................................................................................................................72
6.1.2.1 - Camera and receiver............................................................................................................................72
6.1.2.2 - Selecting a camera...............................................................................................................................73
6.1.2.3 - Changing the address number associated with the camera.................................................................73
6.1.2.4 - Numeric keypads with load keys........................................................................................................75
6.1.3 - Communication problems between keyboard and receiver.........................................................................76
6.1.4 - Conventional terminology...........................................................................................................................76
6.1.5 - Layout of the configuration menus..............................................................................................................76
6.2 - BOSCH Dome.....................................................................................................................................77
6.2.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................77
6.2.2 - Connecting the dome hardware...................................................................................................................77
6.2.2.1 - Dome in RS232 communication mode...............................................................................................77
6.2.2.2 - Dome in Bi-Phase communication mode............................................................................................77
6.2.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................78
6.2.4 - Autoflip, Autopan, Focus, Iris.....................................................................................................................78
6.2.5 - Patrol (Tour)................................................................................................................................................78
6.2.6 - Preset, Scan e Home....................................................................................................................................79
6.2.7 - Special codes................................................................................................................................................79
6.3 - ELBEX Dome......................................................................................................................................80
6.3.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................80
6.3.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.........................................................................................................80
6.3.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................80
6.3.4 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris............................................................................................................................80
6.3.5 - Preset, Scan and Home................................................................................................................................80
6.3.6 - Function keys...............................................................................................................................................81
6.3.7 - Special codes................................................................................................................................................81
6.4 - EL.MO. Dome......................................................................................................................................86
6.4.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................86
6.4.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.........................................................................................................86
6.4.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................86
6.4.4 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris............................................................................................................................87
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6.4.4.1 - Autopan...............................................................................................................................................87
6.4.4.2 - Focus...................................................................................................................................................87
6.4.5 - Patrol............................................................................................................................................................87
6.4.6 - Preset, Scan and Home................................................................................................................................87
6.4.7 - Function keys...............................................................................................................................................87
6.4.8 - Special codes................................................................................................................................................88
6.5 - ERNITEC SATURN Dome..................................................................................................................89
6.5.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................89
6.5.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.........................................................................................................89
6.5.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................89
6.5.4 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris............................................................................................................................89
6.5.5 - Patrol............................................................................................................................................................90
6.5.6 - Preset, Scan and Home................................................................................................................................90
6.5.7 - Special codes................................................................................................................................................91
6.6 - HITRON FASTRAX II Dome...............................................................................................................92
6.6.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................92
6.6.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.........................................................................................................92
6.6.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................92
6.6.4 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris............................................................................................................................92
6.6.4.1 - Autopan...............................................................................................................................................92
6.6.5 - Patrol (Tour and Pattern).............................................................................................................................93
6.6.6 - Preset, Scan and Home................................................................................................................................93
6.7 - JVC Dome...........................................................................................................................................94
6.7.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................94
6.7.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.........................................................................................................94
6.7.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................94
6.7.4 - Autoflip, Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris............................................................................................................94
6.7.5 - Patrol............................................................................................................................................................95
6.7.6 - Preset, Scan and Home................................................................................................................................95
6.7.7 - Function keys...............................................................................................................................................95
6.7.8 - Special codes................................................................................................................................................96
6.8 - KALATEL Dome.................................................................................................................................97
6.8.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................97
6.8.2 - Connecting the dome hardware...................................................................................................................97
6.8.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................97
6.8.4 - Autopan, Focus, Iris.....................................................................................................................................98
6.8.5 - Patrol (Tour)................................................................................................................................................98
6.8.6 - Preset, Scan e Home....................................................................................................................................98
6.8.7 - Function keys...............................................................................................................................................98
6.9 - MARK MERCER Dome......................................................................................................................99
6.9.1 - Materials and reference documents.............................................................................................................99
6.9.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.........................................................................................................99
6.9.3 - Configuration...............................................................................................................................................99
6.9.4 - Autoflip, Aux, Focus, Iris, Wiper/Washer..................................................................................................99
6.9.4.1 - Autoflip...............................................................................................................................................99
6.9.5 - Patrol..........................................................................................................................................................100
6.9.5.1 - Setup PATROL and Clear PATROL................................................................................................101
6.9.5.2 - Setup and Clear One Pass PATROL.................................................................................................102
6.9.5.3 - Setup Walk PATROL.......................................................................................................................102
6.9.6 - Preset, Scan and Home..............................................................................................................................102
6.9.6.1 - Mark Mercer PRESET......................................................................................................................103
6.9.7 - Titling cameras, preset positions, zones....................................................................................................104
6.9.7.1 - Titling Cameras.................................................................................................................................105
6.9.7.2 - Titling Preset positions......................................................................................................................105
6.9.7.3 - Titling Zones.....................................................................................................................................105
6.9.8 - Special codes..............................................................................................................................................106
6.10 - PANASONIC Domes......................................................................................................................108
6.10.1 - Materials and reference documents.........................................................................................................108
6.10.2 - Important note regarding the protocols...................................................................................................108
6.10.3 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.....................................................................................................108
6.10.4 - Configuration...........................................................................................................................................109
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6.10.5 - Autoflip, Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris........................................................................................................109
6.10.5.1 - Autopan...........................................................................................................................................109
6.10.6 - Patrol (Panasonic WV-CS600)................................................................................................................110
6.10.7 - Patrol (Panasonic WV-CS850)................................................................................................................110
6.10.8 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................110
6.10.9 - Special codes............................................................................................................................................110
6.11 - PELCO Dome.................................................................................................................................113
6.11.1 - Materials and reference documents.........................................................................................................113
6.11.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.....................................................................................................113
6.11.3 - Configuration...........................................................................................................................................113
6.11.4 - Autoflip, Aux, Focus, Iris........................................................................................................................113
6.11.5 - Patrol (Pattern).........................................................................................................................................113
6.11.6 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................113
6.11.7 - Special codes............................................................................................................................................114
6.12 - SAMSUNG Dome...........................................................................................................................116
6.12.1 - Materials and reference documents.........................................................................................................116
6.12.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.....................................................................................................116
6.12.3 - Configuration...........................................................................................................................................116
6.12.4 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris........................................................................................................................116
6.12.4.1 - Autopan...........................................................................................................................................117
6.12.5 - Patrol (PATTERN)..................................................................................................................................117
6.12.6 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................117
6.13 - SANYO Dome.................................................................................................................................118
6.13.1 - Materials and reference documents.........................................................................................................118
6.13.2 - Connecting the hardware tothe dome......................................................................................................118
6.13.3 - Configuration...........................................................................................................................................118
6.13.4 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris........................................................................................................................118
6.13.5 - Patrol........................................................................................................................................................119
6.13.6 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................119
6.13.7 - Function keys...........................................................................................................................................119
6.13.8 - Special codes............................................................................................................................................120
6.14 - SANTEC Dome...............................................................................................................................121
6.14.1 - Connecting the hardware tothe dome......................................................................................................121
6.14.2 - Configuration...........................................................................................................................................121
6.14.3 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris........................................................................................................................121
6.14.3.1 - Autopan...........................................................................................................................................121
6.14.4 - Patrol (Tour and Pattern).........................................................................................................................122
6.14.5 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................122
6.15 - SENSORMATIC Dome...................................................................................................................123
6.15.1 - Materials and reference documents.........................................................................................................123
6.15.2 - Connecting the hardware tothe dome......................................................................................................123
6.15.3 - Configuration...........................................................................................................................................123
6.15.4 - Autoflip, Focus, Iris.................................................................................................................................123
6.15.5 - Patrol (Pattern and Apple Peel)...............................................................................................................124
6.15.6 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................124
6.15.7 - Function keys...........................................................................................................................................124
6.15.8 - Special codes............................................................................................................................................124
6.16 - VCL Dome.......................................................................................................................................126
6.16.1 - Materials and reference documents.........................................................................................................126
6.16.2 - Connecting the hardware to the dome.....................................................................................................126
6.16.3 - Configuration...........................................................................................................................................126
6.16.4 - Autoflip, Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris........................................................................................................126
6.16.4.1 - Autopan...........................................................................................................................................126
6.16.5 - Patrol........................................................................................................................................................127
6.16.5.1 - Setup TOUR....................................................................................................................................127
6.16.6 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................128
6.16.7 - Function keys...........................................................................................................................................128
6.17 - ENEO receivers..............................................................................................................................129
6.17.1 - Reference material...................................................................................................................................129
6.17.2 - Configuring the receivers........................................................................................................................129
6.17.3 - Connecting the hardware.........................................................................................................................129
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6.17.4 - Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris........................................................................................................................129
6.17.4.1 - Autopan...........................................................................................................................................129
6.17.4.1.1 - Setup AUTOPAN...................................................................................................................129
6.17.5 - Patrol........................................................................................................................................................130
6.17.5.1 - Setup Standard PATROL ...............................................................................................................130
6.17.5.2 - Setup RANDOM.............................................................................................................................131
6.17.6 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................131
6.17.7 - Special codes............................................................................................................................................132
6.18 - VIDEOTEC receivers with VIDEOTEC / Macro protocol............................................................133
6.18.1 - Very important note.................................................................................................................................133
6.18.2 - Reference material...................................................................................................................................133
6.18.3 - Configuring the receivers........................................................................................................................133
6.18.3.1 - Macro OSM.....................................................................................................................................133
6.18.4 - Connecting the hardware.........................................................................................................................133
6.18.5 - Autoflip, Autopan, Aux, Focus, Iris, Washer/Wiper...............................................................................133
6.18.5.1 - Aux..................................................................................................................................................133
6.18.6 - Patrol........................................................................................................................................................134
6.18.6.1 - Setup Standard PATROL ...............................................................................................................134
6.18.6.2 - Setup S.A. PATROL.......................................................................................................................135
6.18.7 - Preset, Scan and Home............................................................................................................................135
6.18.8 - Function keys...........................................................................................................................................136
6.18.9 - Special codes............................................................................................................................................136
6.19 - Operating procedure for setting a dome/receiver......................................................................137
7 - DESCRIPTION OF THE SOFTWARE........................................................................138
7.1 - Terminology.....................................................................................................................................138
7.2 - Configuration software...................................................................................................................138
7.3 - Installing the configuration software............................................................................................138
7.3.1 - Requirements.............................................................................................................................................138
7.3.2 - Installation procedure................................................................................................................................139
7.4 - Programme guide............................................................................................................................139
7.4.1 - Keyboard Setup.........................................................................................................................................140
7.4.1.1 - Main menu........................................................................................................................................140
7.4.1.2 - Toolbar..............................................................................................................................................140
7.4.1.3 - Index cards........................................................................................................................................140
7.4.1.3.1 - General.....................................................................................................................................141
7.4.1.3.2 - Cameras....................................................................................................................................143
7.4.1.3.3 - Monitors/DVR-MUX...............................................................................................................144
7.4.1.3.4 - External DVR/MUX Cameras..................................................................................................145
7.4.1.3.5 - Accepted values........................................................................................................................145
7.4.2 - Keyboard Language...................................................................................................................................145
7.4.2.1 - Programme structure.........................................................................................................................146
7.4.2.2 - Main menu........................................................................................................................................146
7.4.2.3 - Toolbar..............................................................................................................................................147
7.4.2.4 - Text area............................................................................................................................................147
7.4.2.4.1 - Example: defining a new set of strings....................................................................................148
7.4.3 - Keyboard Maps..........................................................................................................................................148
7.4.3.1 - Programme structure.........................................................................................................................149
7.4.3.2 - Main menu........................................................................................................................................149
7.4.3.3 - Toolbar..............................................................................................................................................150
7.4.3.4 - “Open” card.......................................................................................................................................150
7.4.3.5 - “Service” Card..................................................................................................................................150
7.4.3.6 - “Maps” card......................................................................................................................................150
7.4.3.7 - “Macro Keys” card............................................................................................................................150
7.4.3.8 - How to design a map.........................................................................................................................151
7.4.3.8.1 - Defining the background..........................................................................................................152
7.4.3.8.2 - Arranging the keys...................................................................................................................153
7.4.3.8.3 - Assigning keys-functions.........................................................................................................153
7.4.3.9 - “Key Properties” window.................................................................................................................154
7.4.3.9.1 - “Matrix/DVR-MUX” Controls.................................................................................................154
7.4.3.9.2 - “Focus/Iris” Controls................................................................................................................155
7.4.3.9.3 - “Aux” Controls.........................................................................................................................155
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7.4.3.9.4 - “Jump page” Controls..............................................................................................................155
7.4.3.9.5 - “Wiper/Washer” Controls........................................................................................................156
7.4.3.9.6 - “Movement” Controls..............................................................................................................156
7.4.3.10 - “Edit image” window......................................................................................................................158
7.4.3.10.1 - Draw functions area................................................................................................................158
7.4.3.10.2 - General tools area...................................................................................................................159
7.4.3.10.3 - Text Area................................................................................................................................159
7.4.3.10.4 - Colour/filling area..................................................................................................................159
7.4.3.11 - Sending and receiving data.............................................................................................................159
7.4.3.12 - Examples.........................................................................................................................................160
7.4.3.12.1 - Macro keys: definition and display on the keyboard.............................................................160
7.4.3.12.2 - Example 1...............................................................................................................................160
7.4.3.12.3 - Example 2...............................................................................................................................161
7.4.3.12.4 - Example 3...............................................................................................................................161
7.4.3.12.5 - Example 4...............................................................................................................................162
7.4.3.12.6 - Example 5...............................................................................................................................162
8 - KEYBOARD MAINTENANCE....................................................................................163
9 - APPENDIX A..............................................................................................................164
9.1 - Functions assigned to the most common graphics keys...........................................................164
9.2 - Assigning key/protocol...................................................................................................................165
9.2.1 - Dome..........................................................................................................................................................165
9.2.2 - Telemetry receivers....................................................................................................................................167
10 - APPENDIX B - FREE MUX/DVR PROTOCOL.........................................................168
10.1 - Introduction....................................................................................................................................168
10.1.1 - Description...............................................................................................................................................168
10.1.2 - How it works............................................................................................................................................168
10.1.3 - The Controls............................................................................................................................................168
10.2 - Levels of integration......................................................................................................................169
10.2.1 - Level one: customizing the main menu...................................................................................................169
10.2.2 - Example...................................................................................................................................................170
10.2.2.1 - Defining page No. 1 in the maps....................................................................................................170
10.2.2.2 - Defining page No. 30 in the maps..................................................................................................171
10.2.2.3 - Group 1 – Function-type controls...................................................................................................171
10.2.2.4 - Group 2 – Video switching control.................................................................................................172
10.2.2.5 - Group 3 – Function control + video switching control...................................................................173
10.2.2.6 - Testing the results...........................................................................................................................174
10.2.3 - Level two: using the maps.......................................................................................................................175
10.3 - Sending telemetry controls on the video line.............................................................................175
11 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................176
12 - DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................176
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage caused by an improper use of the appliances
mentioned in this manual; furthermore, the manufacturer reserves the right to modify its contents without any
prior notice. The documentation contained in this manual has been collected with great care: the manufacturer,
however, cannot take any liability for its use. The same thing can be said for any person or company involved
in the creation and production of this manual.
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1 OPENING AND CHECKING THE PACKAGE
1.1 Symbols used
The graphics symbols used in this handbook have the following meanings.
Operations to be carried out with the power supply disconnected, unless specified otherwise..
Installation should be carried out only and exclusively by skilled, authorised technicians.
Technical note or hint on use.
1.2 Contents of the package
Make sure the package is intact and has no obvious signs of dropping, scrapes or scratches. If the package is
damaged contact the supplier immediately.
Make sure the contents correspond to the list below:
1 keyboard
1 external power supply
6 telephone cables, 6/6 point-to-point, length approx. 150 cm
6 RJjack shunt boxes
1 RS232 connection cable for personal computer
1 CD-ROM for auxiliary Personal Computer during keyboard setup
This user's handbook
1.3 Checking the markings
Before proceeding with installation, make sure the supplied material corresponds with the required
specifications by examining the marking labels, as described in §1.4 - Description of the labels, page 8.
Never, under any circumstances, make any changes or connections that are not described in this
handbook: the use of inappropriate appliances may expose personnel and the system to serious
safety hazards.
1.4 Description of the labels
Underneath the keyboard there is a label conforming to CE markings, showing the data regarding the model
identification code and the serial number (EXT 3/9 bar code)
The power supply provided with the keyboard shows the information regarding the electrical specifications of
the keyboard power supply.
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2 DESCRIPTION OF THE KEYBOARD
2.1 General information
The keyboard is a product for professional use in security and surveillance sector applications.
It is able to manage a wide variety of Video and Telemetry functions, including video switching control, alarm
event management when necessary and remote control of digitally controlled receivers.
2.1.1 Features
Backlit LCD, 320x240 pixel, fitted with Touch Screen
Easy to use: the most frequent operations are carried out by pressing a single key
Telemetry control using the 3-axis joystick (PAN/TILT/ZOOM)
Integrated GRAPHICS environment with the opportunity to customise images and keys
2.1.2 Configuration
Complete keyboard configuration by on screen setup
Selection of national language
Control of a vast range of high speed domes and receivers
Acceptance/disabling of output and input can be controlled by each keyboard
Acceptance/disabling of groups of functions
Autotest of communication channels
Three RS485 communication lines
2.1.3 Security
Communication failure and alarm buzzers
3 system password levels, configurable individually in each keyboard:
1. Access password : required when the keyboard is switched on, to prevent use by unauthorised
personnel;
2. Alarm reset password : required for resetting an alarm event from the keyboard;
3. Setup password: required when setup parameters are to be edited;
3 user passwords for managing the GRAPHICS environment.
Each password consists of a series of 5 digits and can be disabled by setting it to 00000.
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2.2 Appliances that can be connected to the DCT keyboard
2.2.1 Video Matrixes/DVR's/Multiplexers
See § 4.2.3.1.1 - Type – Protocol – Baud rate, page 23.
2.2.2 Domes/Camera/Receivers
See § 4.2.3.2.2 - Protocol – Baud rate, page 26.
2.3 Connectors
The keyboard has three RJ11 connectors on the back of
the machine, a power supply connector, a configuration
DIP switch and a DB9 socket for connection with the
Personal Computer.
1. Power supply connector
2. DIP switch
3. DB9 Connector
4. Three RJ11 connectors
The VIDEO line is used to control the video system connected to the keyboard. TELEMETRY lines A and B
are used to control the first and second telemetry channels respectively. The DIP switch is used to insert or
remove the 120 Ohm termination load for each RS485 line (see § 3.2 - RS485 and types of systems, page 14)
and to enable communication with the PC.
5.
To prevent the risk of electrical shock, disconnect the cables from the RJ11 connectors before
connecting the COM line.
6. Do not connect the external communication lines (connected to RJ11 connectors) to the keyboard
at the same time as the serial line used by the PC.
2.4 Adjusting the contrast
Underneath the keyboard there is a hole to reach the trimmer for the keyboard contrast adjusting.
Using a flat-headed screwdriver with a fine tip, it is possible to adjust the trimmer until the best visibility is
obtained.
1. Hole for making adjustment
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2.5 DIP switch
The back of the keyboard has a DIP switch used to insert/remove the load on the RS485 lines and to enable
communication between the keyboard and the Personal Computer.
See §3.1 - Video line and telemetry lines, page 13 for further information about inserting the line loads.
DIP1
Keyboard programmable by PC
DIP2
Load on Telemetry line A
DIP3
Load on Telemetry line B
DIP4
Load on Video line
ON: PC connection mode
OFF: normal mode (default)
ON: load inserted
OFF: load removed (default)
ON: load inserted
OFF: load removed (default)
ON: load inserted
OFF: load removed (default)
During normal keyboard operation DIP1 should be kept in the OFF position, otherwise it is
impossible to communicate with the devices connected to the VIDEO line connector
2.6 Safety precautions when using the keyboard
Do not use appliances with damaged or loose plugs.
Do not take out the plug by pulling the cable and do not touch the plug with wet hands.
Do not bend the plug and wire excessively and do not damage them by putting heavy objects on top of
them.
Do not connect too many extension leads or plugs to a single power outlet.
Position the keyboard on a level, stable surface.
Do not allow liquid to get inside the keyboard.
Do not place heavy objects on the keyboard, and in particular on the sensitive surface of the display.
Do not use gloves or objects with abrasive surfaces.
Do not place containers holding liquids, or other small objects that could damage the sensitive surface of
the display, on the keyboard.
Do not use abrasive sponges or pointed objects on the sensitive surface of the display.
Before cleaning the display disconnect the power supply.
Do not clean the touch screen with detergents or aggressive substances (e.g. Ammonia-based).
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2.7 Installing the keyboard
Before connecting the keyboard to the power supply make sure the latter is suitable for supplying
a voltage as specified in § 11 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, page 176.
To power the keyboard use only and exclusively the power supply provided with the keyboard
itself.
Using inappropriate and/or different equipment could expose personnel and the system to
serious safety hazards.
Procedure for connecting the keyboard:
1. Connect the power supply connector to the corresponding socket on the back of the keyboard (see § 2.3 -
Connectors, page 10).
2. Connect the power supply cable of the power supply.
3. Connect the power supply cable plug to a nearby power supply outlet.
When the display lights up and shows an image this means the keyboard has been installed correctly.
To connect the appliances that can be controlled by the keyboard see section § 3 - COMMUNICATION LINES
AND CONNECTIONS, page 13.
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3 COMMUNICATION LINES AND CONNECTIONS
3.1 Video line and telemetry lines
The DTC keyboard can be used to control a wide range of products, for both video control (video matrixes,
video multiplexers and DVR's) and telemetry control (receivers or domes). It is therefore necessary to define
the system structure at the keyboard level so as to achieve efficient communication between the connected
devices.
By “Video line” we mean the communication channel intended to control the video device; “telemetry line”
refers to the two channels available for telemetry control.
We advise starting first with the “VIDEO line” configuration and then the configuration of the
“TELEMETRY lines”.
3.1.1 Line busy indicators
Whenever a line is busy due to transmission of a video or telemetry control, a small symbol will appear on the
display for the duration of the transmission, in the position shown in the illustration, to identify the line being
used (Telemetry A/B or Video).
1. Symbol identifying the line being used
Telemetry Line A busy
Telemetry Line B busy
Video Line busy.
If the line jams for some reason during transmission of the control, the identification symbol will remain on
the screen to give an initial indication regarding the fault.
WARNING
• While the keyboard is operating correctly, the line busy indicators will only be visible when
using protocols with very low baud rates.
• If working in the GRAPHICS environment (see § 4.6 - GRAPHICS Environment Area, page
50), avoid placing graphics keys on top of the indicators: this may partially delete the key itself
after the first command has been sent.
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3.2 RS485 and types of systems
The RS485 communication channel consists of a 2-wire line with a maximum length from end to end of
1200m.
Termination of the RS485 lines prevents signal reflection along the cable, and should be inserted in each of
the devices situated at the ends of the line
Systems can be of different types, therefore the way of terminating the lines will also be different.
In the following diagrams, the devices requiring termination are indicated by the
#
#
#
##
##
## symbol.
Configuration Description Example
Star /
Single lines
Each connection between two devices has a
separate communication line, with a max.
length of 1200m.
All devices should be terminated, because
each appliance is connected to the end of a
line.
Backbone A single line is used, and the transmitters
can be placed in any position along it. The
two ends of the line (keyboard K and
receiver R3 in the example) are terminated;
the other devices (R1 and R2) are not
terminated. The maximum length of the line
is 1200m.
The specifications for the RS485 standard
allow at least 32 devices to be connected
along the same line.
Line with stub A certain number of stubs can be shunted in
parallel to the standard RS485 line, for
connection to other devices. The stubs are
not at the ends of the line, should not be
terminated and they should be very short in
length (of the order of a couple of metres).
The specifications for the RS485 standard
allow at least 32 devices to be connected
along the same line.
Devices in a
chain
The devices are connected in pairs using
single lines. These should be terminated at
the ends. This type of configuration can
only be made when the devices used have
separate input (reception) and output
(transmission) channels, such as The
VIDEOTEC DTRX1 and DTRX3 receivers.
The received signal is “cleaned” and then
sent to the next device. If one device is
blocked, communication is cut off to the
devices that follow.
The maximum total length is equal to the
number of lines multiplied by 1200m for
each stage.
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Configuration Description Example
Mixed
configuration
It is possible to set up mixed
configurations, always bearing in mind the
limits given above:
 each line can have a maximum length
of 1200m
 each line should be terminated at the
ends
 the stubs should be very short (max
2m)
3.3 One keyboard per line: standard connection cable
The connection between the keyboard and the various controlled devices is made only and exclusively using
an RS485 serial channel. .
When the controlled device does not allow for this channel it will be necessary to insert a signal converter (for
example RS485-RS232, or RS485-Current Loop) between the keyboard and the device itself.
A pair of telephone cables and a pair of RJjack shunt boxes can be used to arrive at distances of up to 1200m,
using the following connection diagram:
DCT RJjack1 RJjack2 Device
RS485A white blue RS485A
GND red green GND
RS485B yellow black RS485B
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3.4 More than two devices on the same line
The presence of more than one keyboard and/or receiver devices (video matrixes, telemetry receivers, DVR's,
MUX's, etc.) on the same communication line requires the use of RJjack shunt boxes connected appropriately.
As specified in section §3.2 - RS485 and types of systems, page 14, it is necessary to identify the two devices
representing the ends of the line and terminate them appropriately (to terminate the keyboard, see §2.5 - DIP
switch, page 11). Pay special attention to the length of the stubs.
Transmitter
device(keyboard)
Transmitter side
RJjack Receiver side RJjack Receiving device
RS485A white See the specific section for
each device RS485A
GND red See the specific section for
each device GND
RS485B yellow See the specific section for
each device RS485B
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4 CONFIGURING THE KEYBOARD
4.1 Description of the system
4.1.1 How to interact with the keyboard
The keyboard is provided with a touch screen, therefore all controls that do not require movement of the
joystick should be sent/selected by pressing with the fingers on the buttons shown on the display.
The keyboard will sound a short beep every time one of the graphics keys is pressed.
4.1.2 Switching on the system
When the keyboard is powered, the system will show a system presentation screen and then pass on to show
the main menu.
If the access password has been enabled, it must be entered and confirmed.
4.1.3 Main Menu
The main menu is the starting point from which all the keyboard functions are carried out. It is divided into
areas and each area is used for particular functions.
The following illustration shows only one of the possible system configurations; the image appearing on your
display may be slightly different because of a different configuration.
1. System data area
2. GRAPHICS environment
Area
3. Video/telemetry controls area
4. Status line
5. Control menu area
6. Direct control area
4.1.3.1
System data area
In this area there are two keys for loading the following functions: :
access to the system setup menus (see § 4.2.1 - System Setup , page 19)
display of main system settings (see § 4.2.7 - System Information and service menu, page 43)
4.1.3.2
GRAPHICS environment Area
In this area there are two keys for loading the following functions:
access to the GRAPHICS environment (see § 4.6 - GRAPHICS Environment Area, page 50)
display the last page to be visited in the GRAPHICS environment.
4.1.3.3
Video/telemetry control area
This area has a series of keys, the number of which depends on the type of system configuration.
Basically they are used to operate the matrix, DVR or MUX connected to the VIDEO connector and to select
the devices connected to the two TELEMETRY lines A and B (see § 4.3 - Video/telemetry control area, page
44).
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4.1.3.4 Control menu area
This area has a series of keys that are used to enter the menus for activating specific functions (see § 4.4 -
Control menu area, page 45).
4.1.3.5
Direct control area
This area has a series of keys, the number of which depends on the type of system configuration and on the
type of device connected to the keyboard (see § 4.5 - Direct control area, page 49).
4.1.3.6
Status line
This area may contain messages, the function of which is to:
show the address of the camera and of the video unit, if selected (only in the GRAPHICS environment);
show the status of the joystick (on/off) and of the Zoom/Focus/Iris functions (on/off) (only in the
GRAPHICS environment);
describe the current display on the screen;
describe the type of control that has been sent;
describe alarm events if they occur;
describe faults or failures in the communication lines.
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