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XtendLan MUX-1602C User Manual

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  • Page 1       MUX-1602C Color screen multiplexer User’s Guide  ...
  • Page 2 Installation and Operation Manual WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN! WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
  • Page 3 VCR with the camera number, camera name, alarm status, time and date. Each MUX-1602C multiplexer displays camera pictures on screen in one of several selectable formats: full-screen, Picture-In-Picture (PIP), 2x roving zoom, 2 x 2 pictures, 3 x 3 pictures. All formats are available while viewing live or taped pictures.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Decoder Output ..........3 THE FRONT AND REAR PANELS ......6 THE FRONT PANEL .......... 6 THE REAR PANEL ..........8 INSTALLING THE MUX-1602C ......10 Required Connections ........10 Cameras ............10 Main Mon (Monitor) .......... 10 Power .............. 10 Optional Connections ........
  • Page 5 Menu 5 — Global Dwell ........21 Menu 6 — Camera Titles ........ 22 Motion Detection Setup Screen ......22 Menu 7 — Security Lock ........23 USING THE MUX-1602C......... 24 Operating Modes ........... 24 Live Mode ............24 Tape Mode ............. 24 Tape Preview ............
  • Page 6 Simultaneous Record and Play ......40 Multiplexed Video Transmission ...... 41 One-Way Video Transmission ......41 Two-Way Video Transmission ......41 MUX-1602C Remote Control ......42 Remote Control Panel ........42 RS-232 Data ............ 42 RS-232 Remote Command Set ......43 APPENDIX A CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS ....
  • Page 7 Installation and Operation Manual APPENDIX C Table of Contents (continued) IN CASE OF TROUBLE ........48 APPENDIX D TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......51 Operating Defaults ......... 51 Video Format ..........51 Video Level ............. 51 Alarm ............. 52 Display ............52 Controls ............
  • Page 8 XtendLan MUX-1602C FIGURES Figure 1 — Basic MUX-1602C System ....4 Figure 2 — MUX-1602C System with Two VCRs ..4 Figure 3 — One-Way Multiplexed Video Transmission ............ 5 Figure 4 — MUX-1602C System with RS-232 Control .............
  • Page 9 “start from scratch” during system setup. To Reset the MUX-1602C Press and hold the function button and press the up arrow button. A warning appears, asking you to confirm the reset. Press the live button to cancel the reset or function+up arrow to complete the reset and return to the factory default state.

  • Page 10: Mux-1602C Features

    Installation and Operation Manual MUX-1602C FEATURES • Compatible with color and B&W video cameras or other NTSC/EIA (PAL/CCIR) standard compatible video sources. Video synchronization is not required. Selectable termination. • Full duplex operation allows video recording while viewing live video or video playback.

  • Page 11: Technical Overview

    Motion Detection The MUX-1602C continuously monitors all camera inputs for motion. When motion is detected, the MUX-1602C increases the frequency with which that camera is recorded and displayed. In this way, recording and display time are dynamically allocated according to the scene activity.

  • Page 12: Encoder Output

    Installation and Operation Manual Encoder Output The video encoder produces a single video signal containing field by field samples from all camera inputs. The signal is provided in both composite and S-Video formats for connection to a video recorder. Encoder operation is continuous and independent of display and decoder functions.

  • Page 13: Figure 1 - Basic Mux-1602C System

    XtendLan MUX-1602C Figure 1 — Basic MUX-1602C System Figure 2 — MUX-1602C System with Two VCRs...

  • Page 14: Figure 3 - One-Way Multiplexed Video Transmission

    Installation and Operation Manual Figure 3 — One-Way Multiplexed Video Transmission Figure 4 — MUX-1602C System with RS-232 Control...

  • Page 15: The Front And Rear Panels

    XtendLan MUX-1602C THE FRONT AND REAR PANELS This section briefly describes the multiplexer front and rear panels. Refer to MUX-1602C Setup and Using the MUX-1602C for a detailed discussion of MUX-1602C features and panel functions. See Figure 5 — MUX-1602C Controls and Indicators for the location of panel controls.
  • Page 16 Installation and Operation Manual 3. Picture-In-Picture [PIP] (up arrow) — Displays the currently selected camera in the full screen format, inset with a 1/16 size picture of one other camera. The inset picture can be selected or sequenced. This button functions as an “up” control in the Zoom and Setup modes.

  • Page 17: The Rear Panel

    XtendLan MUX-1602C Figure 6 — MUX-1602C Rear Panel Connectors (16-Camera Model Shown) THE REAR PANEL power — This 2.1 mm pin jack accepts the MUX-1602C series power module plug or other center positive source of 12 VDC at 1.5 ampere.
  • Page 18 Installation and Operation Manual 10. cam in — These BNC connectors accept the composite video output of color or B&W cameras. Camera input termination is selectable. 11. cam out — These BNC connectors provide looping camera video from the corresponding camera input.

  • Page 19: Installing The Mux-1602C

    (PAL/CCIR) compatible video monitor. This monitor displays selected live or recorded cameras in any available format. This output must be properly terminated. Power Connect the MUX-1602C power module or other center positive source of 12 VDC at 1.5 ampere to power. Optional Connections Call Mon (Monitor) Connect this output to the video input of an NTSC/EIA (PAL/CCIR) compatible video monitor.

  • Page 20: S-Vhs In

    TTL/CMOS compatible alarm device. Connect the remaining side of each device to ground (alarm pins 18, 19 or 20). MUX-1602C alarm input polarity is menu selectable and defaults to normally open (NO) or TTL/CMOS active low.

  • Page 21: Remote

    (pin 13, 14 or 15). See Remote Connector for details. Remote Control Panel Connect the local-end adapter provided with the RP1090 series Remote Control Panel to the remote connector. The remote panel and the MUX-1602C front panel operate identically and may be used at the same time.

  • Page 22: System Checkout

    At least two video cameras are required to check system operation. Refer to Figure 1 — Basic MUX-1602C System. Review all system connections. Make certain that all required connections are in place.

  • Page 23: Camera Check

    Remove all connections to the looping (lower) camera outputs. 3. Make sure the MUX-1602C is configured for 75-ohm termination (the default state). 4. Select the format (2 x 2, 3 x 3 or 4 x 4) which can display all of the attached cameras.

  • Page 24: Making A Test Tape

    Installation and Operation Manual Making a Test Tape The easiest way to verify MUX-1602C system operation is to make a test recording and play it back. This process effectively tests every piece of equipment in the system. Before proceeding with the test tape, complete both the monitor calibration and camera check procedures.

  • Page 25: Mux-1602C Setup

    XtendLan MUX-1602C MUX-1602C SETUP MUX-1602C features can be configured to suit the requirements of most video installations. The Setup Menu System A convenient system of on-screen menus allows you to set up key features such as time and date, VCR record time, sequencer dwell time, video termination, video loss alarm, camera titles, motion detection, and system security.

  • Page 26: Installation And Operation Manual

    MUX-1602C’s internal clock/calendar), the product firmware revision number and revision date. The MUX-1602C encodes the system time and date onto each field of video sent to the VCR. In the Live mode, the unit displays the system time and date at the top of the Main Monitor.

  • Page 27: Menu 2 - Toggle Options

    XtendLan MUX-1602C Menu 2 — Toggle Options Menu 2 allows you to review and set each of the MUX-1602C “toggle” options. Toggle options have only two settings. To change a setting, position the highlight over it and press the up arrow or down arrow.

  • Page 28: Audible Alarm

    75 OHMS and HI-Z. Set the impedance based on whether camera video must be terminated at the MUX-1602C camera input connectors. If another device is to be connected to an MUX-1602C cam connector, you must do the following: 1. Set the MUX-1602C’s input impedance to HI-Z.

  • Page 29: Number Of Vcrs

    The Number of VCRs option tells the MUX-1602C how many VCRs are connected. It toggles as follows: ONE – One VCR is connected to the MUX-1602C. It is used for both recording and playback. TWO – Two VCRs are connected to the MUX-1602C.

  • Page 30: Menu 4 - Alarm Duration

    Menu 4 allows you to set the minimum MUX-1602C alarm time. The Alarm Duration setting determines how many seconds the MUX-1602C remains in the alarm state after an alarm event occurs. Set the Alarm Duration time in seconds using the up and down arrow buttons.

  • Page 31: Menu 6 - Camera Titles

    The motion detection screen displays the current camera picture overlaid with a special graphic. The graphic consists of a 16 wide by 12 high matrix of motion targets, a target cursor and a motion bar. The default MUX-1602C motion detection screen looks like this:...

  • Page 32: Menu 7 - Security Lock

    Menu 7 — Security Lock Menu 7 controls the MUX-1602C front panel security lock feature. When this feature is on, the MUX-1602C locks all front panel buttons except those required to reenter the setup mode. Press the up or down arrow to change this option. The new security lock setting takes effect when you exit the setup system.

  • Page 33: Using The Mux-1602C

    This section describes how to operate the MUX-1602C. It is organized by operating task and product feature. Operating Modes The MUX-1602C has three basic operating modes: Live, Tape, and Setup. Live Mode Live mode lets you view images from one or more cameras on the Main and/or Call Monitor.

  • Page 34: Tape Preview

    (or any mode other than playback) and press the tape button. The live and tape lights are now on. This indicates that the MUX-1602C is displaying encoded video – full screen camera pictures, sequenced in camera number order, at the rate set on the VCR Record Time menu.

  • Page 35: Viewing One Camera

    The 2x Zoom Press the zoom button while viewing full screen to zoom the Main Monitor display. The MUX-1602C displays a 2x zoom picture with a zoom window insert. The zoom window contains a one-quarter sized view of the current camera, overlaid with a movable zoom pointer.

  • Page 36: Call Monitor

    Full Screen Method: 1. Press the camera button for the desired background camera. The selected camera appears full screen. 2. Press the PIP button. The MUX-1602C displays the PIP inset. 3. Press the select button. The select light comes on.

  • Page 37: X 2 Format

    Selecting 2 x 2 Cameras: 1. Press the 2 x 2 button. The MUX-1602C displays the 2 x 2 format with the cameras last selected for 2 x 2 display. 2. Press the select button. The select light comes on.

  • Page 38: X 3 Format

    Selecting 3 x 3 Cameras: 1. Press the 3 x 3 button. The MUX-1602C displays the 3 x 3 format with the cameras last selected for 3 x 3 display. 2. Press the select button. The select light comes on.

  • Page 39: Sequencing Cameras

    (or full screen). Videotape Operations The MUX-1602C allows recording of multiple cameras onto a single videotape. This “encoding” function is performed in the background, and does not interfere with other operations. All MUX-1602C features remain available while a recording is being made.

  • Page 40: Tape Recording

    Installation and Operation Manual Tape Recording Refer to Figure 1 — Basic MUX-1602C System. Make sure the video input of the VCR is connected to the vcr out connector on the MUX-1602C. Multicamera Recording Multiple camera recording involves placing the VCR in the record mode.

  • Page 41: Tape Playback

    Tape Playback To review tape recording with the MUX-1602C, press the tape button and place the VCR in the play mode. The MUX-1602C decodes the video signal at the vcr in connector and displays it in the current format. Cameras appear in the order they were recorded.

  • Page 42: Live Mode Alarm Response

    When a mechanical alarm occurs in Live mode, the MUX-1602C alerts the operator and performs tasks required to record the alarm event on videotape. When the initial alarm is detected in Live mode, the MUX-1602C does the following: 1. Flashes the associated camera button light.

  • Page 43: Tape Mode Alarm Response

    This allows alarm recording during tape playback. See Simultaneous Record and Play for details. When the initial alarm is detected in Tape mode, the MUX-1602C does the following: 1. Energizes the alarm relay. 2. Switches to the VCR Alarm Record Time rate.

  • Page 44: Video Loss Alarms

    ON (the default). 5. Switches to the VCR Alarm Record Time encoding rate. 6. Encodes the camera as “video lost” and sends it to the VCR. The MUX-1602C remains in the alarm state until ALL of the following occur: •...

  • Page 45: Recorded Alarms

    Since recorded alarm processing and live mechanical alarm processing are independent functions, the MUX-1602C can perform both tasks at the same time. If the MUX-1602C detects a recorded alarm while in Tape mode, it does the following: 1. Flashes the associated camera button light.

  • Page 46: Video Motion Detection

    It then measures the value of up to 192 “target” pixels in the picture and stores the results for reference. During the next scan, the MUX-1602C measures the target pixels again. Then it compares the new and old target values. If the values differ significantly, the MUX-1602C assumes that motion has occurred.

  • Page 47: Motion Sequencing

    MUX-1602C creates a motion group containing these cameras. The group is repeated after each successive camera. At point “B”, motion at Camera 9 stops. The MUX-1602C drops Camera 9 from the motion group. Camera 5 is repeated. At point “C”, motion is detected at Camera 2. The MUX-1602C adds Camera 2 to the motion group.

  • Page 48: Alarm Counter

    Press function+left arrow to display the alarm counter screen. Then press the select button to clear the alarm counter. The MUX-1602C resets the Alarm Counter (sets all counts to 000) and updates the ALARM COUNT SINCE date and time. Alarm counting begins immediately.

  • Page 49: Special Applications

    XtendLan MUX-1602C SPECIAL APPLICATIONS The features and flexibility of the MUX-1602C make it a powerful tool in special applications where unique capabilities are required. This section describes several ways to use the MUX-1602C. Simultaneous Record and Play MUX-1602C encode decode...

  • Page 50: Multiplexed Video Transmission

    To establish a multiplexed video transmission link: 1. Connect two MUX-1602C’s as described above (also Figure 3 — One-Way Multiplexed Video Transmission). 2. Set the VCR Record Time on both MUX-1602C’s to 002 HRS. 3. Set the Number of VCRs option on both multiplexers to TWO.

  • Page 51: Mux-1602C Remote Control

    Both methods use the rear panel Control remote connector. Remote Control Panel A remote control panel is available for each MUX-1602C series product as follows. The panels are designated the RP1094, RP1099 and RP1096 respectively. Each consists of a front panel assembly, a desktop stand, rack mount brackets, a 50' cable and a local-end adapter.

  • Page 52: Rs-232 Remote Command Set

    RS-232 Remote Command Set lists each valid RS-232 command and the button it represents. It is important to remember that most MUX-1602C front panel buttons have multiple functions. The effect of a button press is determined by the current status of the unit. Determine the status of the MUX-1602C before issuing remote commands because inappropriate commands will be ignored.

  • Page 53: Connector Pin Assignments

    XtendLan MUX-1602C APPENDIX A CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS Alarm Connector The Alarm connector is a DB25-S. It accepts a DB25-P mating connector (not provided). Figure 7 — Alarm Connector PIN NO. PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN NO. PIN ASSIGNMENT Alarm input 1 Alarm input 14...

  • Page 54: Remote Connector

    Installation and Operation Manual Remote Connector The Remote connector is a DB25-S. It accepts a DB25-P mating connector (not provided). Figure 8 — Remote Connector NOTE: The RS-232 input wire connects to pin 25. The ground wire connects to one of the ground pins, either pin 13, 14 or 15.

  • Page 55: Alarm Recording Control

    An MUX-1602C alarm event begins when the unit detects an alarm signal at the alarm connector. The sequence of events following alarm detection is determined by one or more of the following: • MUX-1602C option settings.

  • Page 56: Controlled Alarm Recording

    MUX-1602C and the VCR. To set up the system for MUX-1602C controlled alarm recording: 1. Connect the MUX-1602C vcr in and vcr out connectors to VCR’s video output and video input respectively. 2. Connect a wire from the VCR ground to MUX-1602C alarm connector pin 24 (alarm output common).

  • Page 57: In Case Of Trouble

    Before calling your Robot dealer or Factory Technical Support, write down the following information: • The serial number of your MUX-1602C. • The make and model of each piece of hardware connected to the MUX-1602C. •...

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting Guide

    MUX-1602C camera Change MUX-1602C camera bright, too dark or termination option termination setting. bad color. Monitor not correctly adjusted. Adjust monitor using MUX-1602C color bars. Some live pictures too Some cameras are double Remove second termination from dark. terminated. affected cameras.
  • Page 59 Alarm Processing Problems Continuous alarm Alarm device polarity and Change alarm device polarity or when alarm input is MUX-1602C alarm input MUX-1602C alarm input polarity. connected. polarity do not match. Remote Control Problems No response to Serial communications protocol Configure remote device for 1200 RS-232 remote input.

  • Page 60: Technical Specifications

    Installation and Operation Manual APPENDIX D The following specifications apply to Robot MUX-1602C series products only. Robot reserves the right to revise and improve its TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS products. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice. Operating Defaults Format...

  • Page 61: Alarm

    XtendLan MUX-1602C VCR Inputs: S-Video Luma 1.0 V p-p, 75 ohms Chroma (burst) 285mV p-p, 75 ohms VCR Outputs: Composite 1.0 V p-p, 75 ohms VCR Outputs: S-Video Luma 1.0 V p-p, 75 ohms Chroma (burst) 285mV p-p, 75 ohms...

  • Page 62: Controls

    Installation and Operation Manual Controls General Soft touch, rubberized push buttons with indicator lights. 1 Cam Rec (Function) Used in combination with other buttons to access special functions. Full Screen (Zoom) Selects full screen, 2x zoom display or program menu. PIP (Up Arrow) Selects Picture-In-Picture display or UP function.

  • Page 63: Electrical

    XtendLan MUX-1602C Monitor BNC. Video signal output to main monitor. S-VHS In S-Connector. S-Video input from VCR. S-VHS Out S-Connector. S-Video output to VCR. VCR In BNC. Composite video input from VCR. VCR Out BNC. Composite video output to VCR.

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