Glossary - American Dynamics ADTT16E Operator's Manual

G L O S S A R Y
2x2 format
3x3 format
4x4 format
abnormal state
alarm
alarm mode
Apple Peel
pattern
automatic system
function
Call monitor
camera command
camera control
mode
Controller
cursor
Display format available on the Main monitor when using a quad splitter or
multiplexer. Video from 4 cameras appears on the monitor at once—2 across
and 2 down.
Display format available on the Main monitor when using a 9 or 16-channel
multiplexer. Video from 9 cameras appears on the monitor at once—3 across
and 3 down.
Display format available on the Main monitor when using a 16-channel
multiplexer. Video from 16 cameras appears on the monitor at once—4 across
and 4 down
Describes an unexpected state of an input device or unexpected result of a
function. For example, if a user sets the normal state of a door to be closed, it
would be in an abnormal state when it is open. An alarm may be triggered when
the abnormal state is detected.
The system's response when an input device changes from its normal state to its
abnormal state. When an alarm is triggered, the controller (i.e., Touch Tracker)
beeps until it is acknowledged.
The condition of the controller when an alarm is active. In the alarm mode, the
controller beeps and the associated alarm information is displayed on the LCD.
A default pattern that a SpeedDome camera dome runs by pressing the Peel
button on the controller. The dome makes three complete revolutions starting at
the ceiling line and tilting down 30° each revolution.
A system operation that, once you program it, can be initiated automatically via
the controller. Quick Views, Patterns, and the Sequence are automatic system
functions
The monitor that displays the video that is being controlled by the secondary
controller. This monitor displays video in the full-screen format only.
A directive—such as pan, tilt, zoom, focus near/far, or iris open/close— issued
to the camera using the controller.
The active operating mode when an operator is manually selecting or controlling
cameras, selecting a monitor display format, running automatic system
functions, or toggling the state of a dome output.
The video control station that provides you with easy access to various video
control features. Also called "Touch Tracker".
The blinking square appearing on the LCD when the controller is in the
menu/programming mode. This cursor indicates the currently active field on the
LCD.