Programming Patterns - American Dynamics ADTT16E Operator's Manual

Programming Patterns

A Pattern is a series of pan, tilt, zoom and focus movements from a single programmable
dome. Program Patterns if you need to observe large areas at your facility, such as parking
lots, warehouses, or long hallways. Tour is another name used for Pattern. Depending on
dome type, up to three patterns may be programmed.
I M P O R T A N T
If you have SpeedDome LT domes installed, a special pattern called the Auto
Pan is available. The Auto Pan is a smooth side-to-side motion that can be
programmed for Pattern 1. No other patterns may be programmed for the
SpeedDome LT. See SpeedDome LT Auto Pan Programming on page 4-11 for
more information.
Pattern Programming Limitations
Two variables restrict pattern length and complexity:
Number of available camera commands
•
Time
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Camera commands are issued each time the camera moves or the zoom and focus is adjusted.
The three Patterns for a dome can collectively use 98 camera commands. As you program a
Pattern, the number of remaining camera commands appears on the LCD. Depending on the
dome type, the number of available commands may also be displayed on the monitor.
Patterns also have time constraints. The maximum duration for each Pattern is 6 minutes and
50 seconds. Even if the Pattern has only two camera commands in it, the Pattern will stop
recording once the maximum duration has elapsed.
Patterns are programmed in real-time. This means that the camera is recording every
programming command made at the speed the commands are issued. For example, if the
camera sits motionless for 20 seconds during programming, the camera pauses for 20
seconds each time that Pattern runs. The 20 seconds of motionless time is part of the Pattern.
Tip:
program the Pattern, press the Menu or the Clear button at any time to cancel
programming. The controller returns to the camera control mode.
Programming Controller Functions
If you make a mistake during programming or you no longer want to
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