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- Page 1 Allegiant Microprocessor-Based Switcher/Control Systems LTC 8100 Series LTC 8200 Series LTC 8300 Series Philips Communication, Security & Imaging...
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Page 3: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 17. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug the unit from the outlet and refer 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: before the unit is operated. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SECURITE CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DANGER: POUR ÉVITER TOUT RISQUE ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN D’ÉLECTROCUTION, NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOÎTIER. IL N’Y A PAS DE PIÈCES REMPLAÇABLES À COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS L’INTÉRIEUR. POUR TOUTE RÉVISION, INSIDE. - Page 5 PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN PRECAUCION: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO VORSICHT: UM EINEN ELEKTRISCHEN DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO, FAVOR NO ABRIR SCHLAG ZU VERMEIDEN, ABDECKUNG NICHT LA CUBIERTA. ESTE EQUIPO NO CONSTA ENTFERNEN. WARTUNGEN ALLER ART DE PIEZAS O PARTES QUE REQUIEREN QUALIFIZIERTEM PERSONAL ÜBERLASSEN.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING ............................10 SERVICE ..............................10 DESCRIPTION ............................10 ALLEGIANT FEATURE SUMMARY TABLE ..................11 SYSTEM ACCESSORY COMPONENTS ....................12 Alarm Interface ..............................12 Signal Distribution ............................12 LTC 8550/00 System Keyboard ........................12 LTC 8551/00 & LTC 8554/00 System Keyboards ..................12 LTC 8553/00 & LTC 8555/00 System Keyboards ..................12 LTC 8552/00 System Keyboard ........................13 LTC 9050/00 Keyboard Racking Kit ........................13 LTC 8558/00 Keyboard Extension Cable ......................13... - Page 8 Satellite Configuration Installations ........................19 6.9.1 Satellite Site “Trunk Line” Monitor Outputs ........................20 6.9.2 Main Site “Trunk Line” Video Inputs ..........................20 6.9.3 Control Data Lines in Satellite Systems ..........................20 6.9.4 Satellite Site Programming Requirements ........................20 6.9.5 Main Site Programming Requirements ..........................21 6.9.6 Alarm Inputs in Satellite Systems ..........................21 6.10 Feature Selection ..............................21...
- Page 9 10.6 Camera Number ..............................30 10.7 Camera Title ..............................30 10.8 Video Loss Detection ............................30 FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS ......................30 11.1 User Selectable DIP Switch Settings For System Configuration Options ............30 USER INFORMATION ..........................31 12.1 User Priority Access Table ..........................32 ALARM INFORMATION ........................32 13.1 Basic Alarm Response Mode ..........................32 13.2 Auto-Build Alarm Response Mode ........................32 13.3 Sequence &...
- Page 10 15.5 Alarm Control Commands ..........................41 15.5.1 General ..................................41 15.5.2 Arm Alarm for Monitor ..............................42 15.5.3 Disarm Alarm for Monitor ............................42 15.5.4 Arm All Alarms for Monitor ............................42 15.5.5 Disarm All Alarms for Monitor ............................42 15.5.6 Arm Monitor ................................42 15.5.7 Disarm Monitor ................................42 15.5.8 Acknowledge Alarm Signal ............................42 KEYBOARD USER FUNCTIONS ......................43...
- Page 11 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION ......................48 17.1 Cleaning The Keyboard ..........................48 17.2 Replacement of Memory Backup Batteries ........................48 CHARACTER ROM TABLES ........................48 QUICK REFERENCE KEYBOARD COMMAND TABLE ..............50 ERROR MESSAGES ..........................51 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................52 21.1 System Checkout ..............................52 21.2 Keyboard Checkout ............................52 21.3 Video Monitor Display Checkout ........................52 21.4 Remote Receiver/Driver Functions Inoperative ....................53 21.5 No Alarm Response ............................53 21.6 CPU Software Version Numbers ........................53...
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Page 12: Unpacking
DESCRIPTION characters) or status information. 235 different characters are available when programming camera ID and monitor titles. The LTC 8100 Series, LTC 8200 Series, and LTC 8300 Series Utilizing a standard Windows ® NT, 95 or 98 compatible PC and... -
Page 13: Allegiant Feature Summary Table
The main control site can view/control local The LTC 8850/00 Philips GUI software is designed around an cameras plus cameras located at any of the remotely distributed intuitive graphic-based interface. -
Page 14: Ltc 8550/00 System Keyboard
Software for Windows or optional LTC 8850/00 Graphical User Interface (GUI) software package enables the user to The LTC 8850/00 Philips GUI software is designed around an customize the system’s configuration using a menu driven intuitive graphic-based interface. The GUI provides high program run on any personal computer using Microsoft ®... -
Page 15: System Accessory Components
If a logging printer and a standard console port is required for the LTC 8553/00 Series except it contains ICON characters instead LTC 8200 or LTC 8100 Series systems, an LTC 8712 Series of English text. Console Port Expander can be used to add additional console ports to the system. -
Page 16: Autodome Series
CPU bay. 5.12 LTC 8569, LTC 8570, LTC 8571, LTC 8572 Series Code Merger Unit LTC 8557 Series Keyboard Extension Kits Control code merger and line driver unit used to combine Interface kit used to remote LTC 8550/00, LTC 8551/00, LTC control code from two systems (up to four with LTC 8570 8553/00, LTC 8554/00, or LTC 8555/00 keyboards up to 1.6 km version) for communicating to Receiver/Drivers, Switcher... - Page 17 LTC 8300 Series Video Switching System...
- Page 18 LTC 8300 Series Full Capacity Configuration...
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Page 19: Installation Procedure
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE WARNING: Removal of the cover should only be performed by qualified service personnel—not user CAUTION: Do Not Apply power to equipment until serviceable. The unit should always be unplugged, instructed to do so. before removing the cover and remain unplugged while the cover is removed. -
Page 20: Cpu Module Selections
The Allegiant systems provide separate outputs (16 for LTC 8300 Series require an optional LTC 8808/00 patch panel (For 8300, 12 for LTC 8200, 8 for LTC 8100 Series) for driving the LTC 8100 Series, the looping BNCs are included on the remote receiver/drivers, switcher/followers, and satellite systems. -
Page 21: External Alarm Connections
another group. Each output is rated to handle up to 8 2. Relay 1 will activate if the base system is set to use the receiver/drivers as in a daisy chain configuration to a maximum of Sequence & Display alarm response mode and an alarm 1.5 km (5000 ft). -
Page 22: Satellite Site "Trunk Line" Monitor Outputs
for the satellite site. A LTC 8780 Series is required at each satellite site and must be given a unique site address number. Central Control If operators will be stationed at the satellite site and are permitted Video and Station to control pan/tilt/zoom equipped cameras, a LTC 8569 Series Data Links Satellite... -
Page 23: Main Site Programming Requirements
6.9.6 Alarm Inputs in Satellite Systems immediately to the appropriate system operating instruction section. Any alarm inputs to the main site which have been programmed to Front Panels: LTC 8300 Series - Top, LTC 8200 Series, LTC 8100 Series - Bottom... - Page 24 LTC 8300 Series - Top LTC 8200 Series - Middle LTC 8100 Series - Bottom Back Panels LTC 8300 Series LTC 8200 Series LTC 8100 Series Rear Panel Alarm Input Connector Details Applies to each Connector For All models Rear Panel Biphase Outputs Connector Detail...
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Page 25: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Windows Compatible Computer Interface Installation Logging Printer Option Installation NOTE: Although the exact installation procedure for each Note: Although the exact installation procedure for each printer computer varies, the following steps are generally required. Be varies, the following steps are generally required. Be sure to save sure to save the computer reference manual for procedures not the printer reference manual for procedures not covered. -
Page 26: System Keyboards - Ltc 8550, Ltc 8551, Ltc 8552, Ltc 8553 Series
SYSTEM KEYBOARDS - LTC 8550, LTC 8551, LTC 8552, LTC 8553 SERIES Monitor Number Display Mode Displays Lens Control Camera Number Display (LEDs) Pan/Tilt Joystick Rocker Switches DATA ERROR ST A R ON LINE DATA ERR OR Iris Focus Zoom Memory Acknowledge Alarm... -
Page 27: Switcher Control Keys
ENTER Key - The ENTER key terminates commands. It SET - Press SET to record a preset scene at a remote camera site. resembles the ‘enter’ key on a computer keyboard, and indicates SHOT - Press SHOT to call up a preset scene at a remote the end of numeric data entry. -
Page 28: System Keyboards - Ltc 8554 Series, Ltc 8555 Series
SYSTEM KEYBOARDS - LTC 8554 also causes the decimal point in the lower right hand side of the SERIES, LTC 8555 SERIES camera display to light. If the keyboard remains inactive for about five seconds, the camera display will return to default mode and The various system keyboard displays and functions for the LTC again display the camera number. -
Page 29: Switcher Control Keys
Switcher Control Keys SET - Press SET to record a preset scene at a remote camera site. The switcher control keys control the Allegiant switching and SHOT - Press SHOT to call up a preset scene at a remote programming functions. camera site. -
Page 30: Video Monitor Display
VIDEO MONITOR DISPLAY 10.1 Time / Date The time/date display is generated by the system CPU Although the video display is not part of the system keyboard, it microprocessor module. It is crystal controlled and battery is part of the user interface and works at times in conjunction protected for one year minimum without power. -
Page 31: Location 4 - Monitor Arm Status Indication
10.2.3 Location 4 - Monitor Arm Status Indication 10.2.8 Location 9 - Sequence Type Indication In the MONITOR ARMED location, the characters “ ” or “ ” This location is used to display the type of sequence currently will appear if the monitor is armed for alarm. “ ”... -
Page 32: Camera Number
10.6 Camera Number Switch 1 The left most display on the top line shows the camera number. This This switch is currently not used and should be left off. number is generated by the system and is always displayed. This number identifies this camera when using the keyboard for video call- Switch 2 ups. -
Page 33: User Information
Function 29) data communication settings for the Allegiant — systems are listed below. — Setting Console Port Printer Port *Not applicable to LTC 8100 Series. Baud (Note 1) 1200 1200 The 8 priority level user assignments can be changed using the Baud (Note 2) 19,200... -
Page 34: User Priority Access Table
12.1 User Priority Access Table ALARM INFORMATION The following table shows system function access as it applies to The ability to automatically switch video in response to an the 8 levels of users. external signal (usually a contact closure) is a necessary feature in Priority Level any video switching system. -
Page 35: Alarm Activated Pre-Position
13.4 Alarm Activated Pre-Position Alarm activated pre-position capability also exists in each of the three alarm response modes. This enables a pan/tilt/zoom equipped camera to automatically position itself to a preprogrammed scene as a result of an alarm signal. Note that the MONITOR MONITOR MONITOR... -
Page 36: Sequence & Display Mode
13.5.3 Sequence & Display Mode In the Sequence & Display mode alarm response mode, a monitor pair is used to display alarmed video. Display Sequence Keyboard Operator Monitor Monitor Monitor Actions Action 1st Alarm D = Video associated with NONE Occurs 1st alarm is displayed. -
Page 37: Keyboard Log-Off Procedure
Press ENTER. to make a ‘dry run’ in the manual mode before attempting to program a local command memory to insure no keystrokes Verify that the keyboard monitor display now shows a ‘P’. are omitted. Should you wish to erase a partially entered Key in the password for a maximum of six digits. -
Page 38: Sequence Information
SEQUENCE INFORMATION 15.1.1 Format of Sample Sequence The simplest way to think of the program information is in terms 15.1 General of a spreadsheet type table, which consists of four columns of Sequences are lists of video switching instructions to be executed by information. -
Page 39: Sequence Programming Instructions
The camera number is the number of the camera that the In the program mode, the monitor display shows the step programmer wants to have displayed. The camera numbers can number and sequence length, and cell prompts appear in the be in any order;... -
Page 40: Salvo Sequence Programming Instructions
If the entry is correct, press NEXT to proceed to the next 1,3,5,6 and 8. The second is 2,4,7,9 and 12. The SALVO dwell step. One full step line has now been entered and the next command is entered by keying in ‘61’. A SALVO entry indicates step may be keyed in just as the first. -
Page 41: Sequence Control Instructions
15.2 Sequence Control Instructions 15.2.4 Controlling the Direction of a Sequence The direction of executing steps can be set to forward or reverse; 15.2.1 Request/Clear a Sequence the sequence can also be manually stepped with the following A previously programmed sequence can be ‘loaded’ using the commands: following steps: To set the sequence direction forward and go to the next... -
Page 42: Locking A Remote Device
Press MONITOR. EXAMPLE: Pressing up and right simultaneously will move the camera diagonally up and to the right. If the monitor to be unlocked is not the one currently 15.4.2 Lens Control ‘connected’ to the keyboard, enter the monitor number using On the left side of the keyboard are the lens control rocker the numeric keypad (do NOT press ENTER). -
Page 43: Clearing A Pre-Position
activate operational features and functions. A summary list of the 15.4.7 Set Auxiliary Functions Off To deactivate an auxiliary currently latched ‘on’, perform the various AutoDome commands is included in the Appendix following steps: section of this manual for your reference. Refer to the AutoDome user manual for complete information. -
Page 44: Arm Alarm For Monitor
15.5.2 Arm Alarm for Monitor 15.5.6 Arm Monitor The instruction below can be used to arm an individual alarm on The following steps will arm the monitor currently ‘controlled’ by the monitor currently ‘controlled’ by the keyboard: the keyboard. This will then permit cameras for armed alarms to be automatically displayed when an alarm occurs. -
Page 45: Keyboard User Functions
KEYBOARD USER FUNCTIONS Press USER and verify the indicator lights above the key. Key in the desired user function number using the numeric 16.1 General keypad. User functions are keyboard operations which are used infrequently and do not demand their own keys. The various Press ENTER. -
Page 46: User Function 1 - Local Keyboard Test
16.1.2 User Function 1 - Local Keyboard Test 16.1.4 User Function 3 - Select Keyboard Beeper ON/OFF User function 1 can be used as a local test to ensure that all the When user function 3 is selected, the keyboard user may enable keyboard’s LEDs and switches are in working order. -
Page 47: User Function 8 - Set Date
16.1.9 User Function 8 - Set Date 16.1.13 User Function 12 - Default All Monitor Overlays User mode 8 enables the operator to set the date as displayed on Users with the priority level 1 can use User 12 to reset all monitor all the monitors in the system. -
Page 48: User Function 18 - Print Sequence
between this monitor message and the status display by using the After entering user function 24, use the joystick to position the USER 5 Function as described above. display as required on the monitor the keyboard is controlling. Press ENTER to store and change all system monitor displays to 16.1.19 User Function 18 - Print Sequence this position. -
Page 49: User Function 28 - Select Console Log-In
system keyboards will need to be logged-in before access to the CONTL DISPL”. Press the ENTER key to make your selection system is possible. active. When enabled, cameras which have been identified as controllable (via User Function 35 or via the optional PC 16.1.29 User Function 28 - Select Console Log-in software package) will show a “?”... -
Page 50: Maintenance Information
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION CHARACTER ROM TABLES THE ALLEGIANT SYSTEM HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO PERFORM FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME WITH LITTLE OR NO MAINTENANCE. OCCASIONALLY THE NEED WILL ARISE TO CLEAN THE KEYBOARD OR REPLACE THE CPU’s BATTERIES. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW IF ANY OF THESE ITEMS ARE REQUIRED. -
Page 52: Quick Reference Keyboard Command Table
QUICK REFERENCE KEYBOARD COMMAND TABLE System Commands Log-on ON n ENTER n ENTER NOTE 1 Log-off USER OFF NOTE 1 Program Keyboard Memory MEMORY n ENTER [ ] ENTER NOTE 3 Run Keyboard Memory MEMORY n RUN NOTE 3 Switcher Commands Select Camera n ENTER Select Monitor... -
Page 53: Error Messages
ERROR MESSAGES Error 24 - Keyboard not enabled for acknowledge This keyboard may not acknowledge alarm video on this Error 01 - Invalid camera request monitor; it has been disabled by the system programmer. The camera number entered from the keyboard does not exist. If Error 25 - Alarm switcher running using the optional LTC 8059/00 Master Control Software or the LTC 8850/00 Graphical User Interface software, make sure the... -
Page 54: Troubleshooting Guide
Error 70 - Monitor not allocated to alarm monitor group TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This monitor can not be used for alarm operations; it has not The LTC 8000 Series Allegiant system has been designed to been designated as alarm-capable by the system programmer. perform reliably for long periods of time. -
Page 55: Remote Receiver/Driver Functions Inoperative
Poor video on monitor: Check monitor for proper GLOSSARY OF TERMS termination. Check operation of known good camera AUXILIARY - An auxiliary is an additional function of the directly to monitor. remote receiver/driver which permits on/off control of outputs Partial or no on-screen alphanumeric display: Check user available to the user. -
Page 56: Satellite Systems
SEQUENCE - A series of camera scenes that can be APPENDIX A preprogrammed to automatically switch. The Allegiant system 23.1 Satellite Systems can store up to 60 separate sequences, with each one capable of A satellite system configuration is usually used for a large having a random camera order, individual camera dwell times, distributed type of system. - Page 57 Any alarm inputs to the main site which have been programmed LTC 5124 Not Applicable to activate cameras located at satellites will operate in the ‘normal’ LTC 8100 Series way except when limited by the number of Trunk lines available. The software will automatically determine Trunk usage LTC 8200 Series depending upon the priority level of operators currently viewing satellite cameras.
- Page 58 Monitor Outputs LTC 8540/00 Series Alarm Interface Unit Alarm Inputs May Activate Either Local or Satellite Pan/Tilt Zoom Allegiant Video on Main Control and Satellite Main CU Bay Center's Monitor Control Data Inputs Used for Both Local Camera Local and Trunk Lines LTC 8568/00 Signal Video Inputs Distribution Unit...
- Page 59 Typical Main Control Center (Allegiant Series Switcher) Monitor Outputs Pan/Tilt/Zoom Local Camera And Satellite Alarm Inputs May Allegiant Control Data Video Inputs Activate Either Local System Or Satellite Video On Main Control Center's Inputs Used For Both Monitors Local And Trunk Lines To Any Local Multiple 88 888...
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Page 60: Sample Keyboard Operating Instructions
APPENDIX B RECALLING A PREVIOUSLY STORED PRE- POSITION CAMERA SCENE 24.1 Sample Keyboard Operating Instructions (To recall the pan/tilt/zoom camera position stored in the (The information below can be used for reference and as a previous step) training aid.) Select the camera to be activated. Press the SHOT key, then MANUAL CAMERA SWITCHING select a previously stored camera position number using the (To view another camera) - Page 61 In a spreadsheet format, the sequence appears like this: 12. KEYBOARD USER FUNCTION (Programming feature for system setups which do not CAMERA MONITOR DWELL require changing on a daily basis) (MONITOR # HERE) The Keyboard User Functions are listed below. Note that certain functions can only be changed by the operator with a (MONITOR # HERE) level 1 priority.
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Page 62: Installation Checklists
APPENDIX C APPENDIX D 25.1 Installation Checklists 26.1 Quick Reference Cable Interconnections (A simplified guide for those who are already familiar with 26.1.1 System Video Connections installing and programming Allegiant systems.) COAX — All video input and output connections to the Allegiant system should be made using a good grade of RG59U, 25.1.1 System Hardware Installation Unpack equipment and verify that items have been received... -
Page 63: Rear Panel Connector Pinouts
OUTPUT CONNECTIONS — All pan/tilt and lens For reference, the LTC 8506/00 cable which is used to connect connections will require multiconductor cable. Refer to the the Allegiant’s CONSOLE port to an external PC uses the appropriate specification sheet for cable gage, number of following pinouts: conductors required, and maximum distances allowable. -
Page 64: Autodome Series Camera Commands
APPENDIX F 28.1 AutoDome Series Camera Commands Auxiliary Controls R/D COMMANDS: R/D Function Aux. # Description On/Off Notes Scan autopan without limits on/off Auto-Pan autopan between limits on/off Pre-Position Tour on/off Auto Return Home Return to PP#1 upon inactivity on/off 2, 10 Set auto-pan speed inc/dec... -
Page 65: Pre-Position Controls
28.2 Pre-Position Controls R/D Function Pre-Position # Description Set/Shot Notes Pre-position 1-99 set/show 4, 11 Auto-pan left limit set/show 2, 11 Auto-pan right limit set/show 2, 11 Command lock mode activate set/--- 10, 11 Command lock mode deactivate 104 set/--- 10, 11 Home Position recalibrate/show... - Page 66 Notes:...
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