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Intellex This Application Note provides recommended design practices when implementing Pan, Tilt, Zoom dome control using the Intellex (software versions 2.3 and higher) Digital Video Management System. Three configurations are listed below and additional details are provided as the document progresses. 1.
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INSTALLATION AND MINIMUM HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS The remote dome control software is compatible with Intellex DV8000 and DV16000 series running v2.3 or higher. The software may be installed via a CD-ROM or diskettes. Once the software and license key are installed, and version 2.3 upgrade is activated, the software installation is complete at the Intellex.
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Figure 1a. Intellex Cameras submenu with Touch Tracker Sensornet Controller selected for dome control. Direct RS-422 Dome Control Direct Sensormatic RS-422 control may be achieved by connecting the dome to an available USB connector on the rear of the Intellex unit via a USB-to-RS-232 dongle and RS-232-to- RS-422 converter device.
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For proper dome control operation the Intellex software settings within the SETUP – CAMERAS – CAMERA CONTROL sub-menu should be set for RS-422 Dome as illustrated in Figure 2a. Our RJ860AP 10-Position RS-422 J-Box and RJ856UD Single Position RS-422 J-Box may be used to repeat the data signal, extend the cabling distance, or implement a home run design.
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Figure 2a. Intellex Cameras submenu with RS-422 Dome selected for direct dome control. 6/30/2003...
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The illustration above depicts a serial connection to one of the Com ports on the MegaPower™ 48. Note: All current American Dynamics matrix switchers are compatible with Intellex running software v3.0 and higher. The connection is made using the two cabling assemblies as shown in Figure 3.
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Note: The DB9-to-RJ45 cable assembly may be ordered as Part#: 0351-1315-01. It is recommended that the RS-232 port on the Matrix Switcher be set for Terminal mode in the event that keyboard pass code security has been programmed. The Intellex dome control settings may be configured within the following submenu: SETUP – CAMERAS –...
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