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ADPRO FastTrace Installation And User Manual

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ADPRO FastTrace
by Xtralis
Installation and

User Manual

March 16, 2010
Part 201172.12

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual March 16, 2010 Part 201172.12...

  • Page 3: Fcc Compliance Statement

    Xtralis or its representatives. Total Liability To the fullest extent permitted by law that any limitation or exclusion cannot apply, the total liability of Xtralis in relation to the products is limited to: (i) in the case of services, the cost of having the services supplied again;...

  • Page 4: Radio Interference

    Radio Interference The ADPRO FastTrace complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 5 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Contact Us The Americas +1 781 740 2223 Asia +852 2916 8894 Australia and New Zealand +61 3 9936 7000 Continental Europe +32 56 24 19 51 UK and the Middle East +44 1442 242 330 www.xtralis.com...

  • Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity

    236-262 East Boundary Road Bentleigh East VIC 3165 Australia. declares, that the product(s): Product Name: ADPRO FastTrace Multi-Site Video Security System Model Number: AFT-5005-X-Y AFT-5020-X-Y AFT-5010-X-Y X = Number of Hard Disk Drives between 1 - 4. Y = Number of Video Compression Engines between 1 - 4.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Contents 1 Introduction ............................1 2 FastTrace Setup Instructions ......................3 2.1 Physical Location ........................3 2.2 General Power Requirements ....................3 2.2.1 Power Conditioners and Surge Arresters ..............4 2.2.2 Interference Caused by Ground Loops ..............4 2.3 System Wiring Considerations ..................4...
  • Page 8 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 3.3.2 Audio Screw Terminal Connector ................32 3.3.3 Audio Configuration ....................33 3.3.4 Zoned Audio ......................34 3.4 Video Input Connections ....................35 3.4.1 Video Input Requirements ..................36 Maximum Camera Input Cable Length ..............37 3.5 Video Output ........................
  • Page 9 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual PTZ Settings ......................72 4.3.9 Cameras ........................ 72 Camera Settings ....................73 4.3.10 Monitor ......................... 79 Monitor Settings ..................... 79 4.3.11 Transaction Devices .................... 79 4.3.12 Transparent Data Port ..................80 4.3.13 Alarm Inputs ......................82 Alarm Input Settings ....................
  • Page 10 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis List of Figures Figure 1: Typical Application........................2 Figure 2: FastTrace Grounding Requirements..................6 Figure 3: FastTrace Front Panel for 19 inch Rack Mount Models............7 Figure 4: Typical Setup Connections - Ethernet or Serial ..............8 Figure 5: Internet Protocol........................
  • Page 11 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 53: Pin Numbering of the Data Port ..................48 Figure 54: Pinouts for General I/O Connector..................48 Figure 55: Installer Menu Icon......................52 Figure 56: FastTrace User Settings ..................... 53 Figure 57: TCP IP Settings........................54 Figure 58: Incompatible User Settings File ..................
  • Page 12 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 107: Entry Exit Behaviour ....................... 108 Figure 108: Entry Path and Delay Settings ..................109 Figure 109: Exit Path and Delay Settings ..................110 Figure 110: Maintenance Menu ......................111 Figure 111: Temperature Management ..................... 112 Figure 112: Zone Isolate Reminder Settings..................

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Installation and User Manual 1 Introduction ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis is an advanced, high performance digital video and audio recorder optimised for remote search and playback. Available in a number of models with 5, 10 or 20 video inputs, ADPRO FastTrace provides outstanding transmission speed and picture quality for remote security and surveillance applications where secure, event-driven recording from multiple cameras onto digital data storage disks is required.

  • Page 14: Figure 1: Typical Application

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Optional second screen (depends on OS support) Monitoring Modem 100/10baseT Site Terminal Adaptor TCP/IP Dial-Up or Point-to-Point LAN/WAN Communication Network Modem 100/10baseT Remote Terminal Adaptor Ethernet Site(s) ADPRO FastTrace R E M O T E A C C E S S...

  • Page 15: Fasttrace Setup Instructions

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 2 FastTrace Setup Instructions This chapter contains instructions to setup the FastTrace. Physical Location The location within the protected premises of the FastTrace should be considered carefully and the following notes are provided for guidance.

  • Page 16: Power Conditioners And Surge Arresters

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Caution: The ADPRO FastTrace is a Class 1 electrical product and must always be connected to a grounded power outlet. Always ensure that ADPRO FastTrace is installed adjacent to a grounded power outlet.

  • Page 17: Static Discharge

    Static voltages of one to thirty kilovolts are common in unprotected environments. When installing or servicing ADPRO FastTrace equipment, it is advisable to observe the following standard precautions for handling electronic assemblies to reduce the risk of component damage: •...

  • Page 18: Unpacking The Fasttrace

    The box contains all the necessary components. After unpacking the FastTrace, carefully check for any sign of damage. Any damage should be reported before installation to your supplier or to Xtralis directly. Check that the FastTrace packing carton contains the following items:...

  • Page 19: Mounting The Fasttrace

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual To complete FastTrace installation, you may need: • Null modem cable • Camera and coax cable • External alarm switches or other devices • ISDN Terminal Adaptor or Modem ® ® ®...

  • Page 20: Setting Up The Pc

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Setting up the PC To set up the FastTrace for operation, it must be connected to a PC installed with VideoCentral Lite or Gold, version 9.01 or later. Contact your ADPRO supplier or sales office for details.

  • Page 21: Configuring The Pc For Ethernet Connection

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 2.7.3 Configuring the PC for Ethernet Connection A crossover Category 5 Ethernet cable is supplied for connection between the PC’s network port and the FastTrace Ethernet (Network) port. This cable must be connected between the PC and FastTrace prior to powering on the FastTrace.

  • Page 22: Configuring The Pc For Serial Connection

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 2.7.4 Configuring the PC for Serial Connection Note: The following procedure is only required if you have a null modem cable and do not intend to use the crossover ethernet cable to connect to the FastTrace. (Refer to Null-modem Cable Wiring on page 15 for wiring details for the null modem cable).

  • Page 23: Installing The Null Modem Driver

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Double click on the required communications port (COM1 or COM2). Figure 8: COM Port Settings Select the Port Settings tab and enter the following settings: Bits per second = 115,200 bps Data bits = 8...

  • Page 24: Figure 9: Phone And Modem Options

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 9: Phone and Modem Options Click on the Modems tab and select the Add button. Figure 10: Install New Modem When the Install New Modem dialog box is displayed, click the Don't detect my modem, I will select it from a list checkbox, then click Next.

  • Page 25: Figure 11: Select Modem Driver From Disk

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 11: Select Modem Driver from Disk Click the Have Disk button. The Install From Disk screen is displayed. Figure 12: Install from Disk Select the Browse button, navigate to the CD drive and select Drivers and Libraries / Null Modem Driver / mdmcisc2.inf (note that the CDROM should still be in the drive).

  • Page 26: Figure 13: Select Modem Com Port

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 13: Select Modem COM Port Click Next and select either COM1 or COM2 (but not both). 10. Click Next, the following screen will display. Figure 14: Installation Warning 11. Select Continue Anyway and click Finish when the software has installed.

  • Page 27: Null-Modem Cable Wiring

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Null-modem Cable Wiring Should it be necessary to use a null-modem cable that is longer than that supplied with the FastTrace, use the diagram shown to make a longer cable. Note: RS232 cables should never extend past 15m (33 feet).

  • Page 28: Figure 17: Setup Wizard Introduction Screen

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Select VideoCentral Lite, the following window is displayed. Figure 17: Setup Wizard Introduction Screen After checking that the version number that you are upgrading to is correct, click Next. At any point during the installation, you can go back any number of steps by clicking Back.

  • Page 29: Figure 19: Transmitter Alarm Management

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 19: Transmitter Alarm Management Select Yes and click Next. Figure 20: Communication Devices Select the checkbox next to the device you are using to enable VideoCentral Lite to connect to the FastTrace unit (Network Adaptor for an ethernet connection, Generic NULL Modem for a serial connection).

  • Page 30: Starting Videocentral Lite For The First Time

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis The screen below is displayed when the installation is complete: Figure 21: Setup Complete Note: The PC must be restarted before VideoCentral Lite can be used. 2.7.6 Starting VideoCentral Lite for the First Time Start the VideoCentral Lite program by double-clicking the VideoCentral icon on the Windows desktop.

  • Page 31: Fasttrace Configuration

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual To check the defaults, select the FastTrace default site entry and click Edit. The Site Configuration details are shown with the default values, as follows: Figure 23: Default Ethernet Site Configuration Figure 24: Default Serial Site Configuration...

  • Page 32: Powering Up The Fasttrace

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 2.8.1 Powering Up the FastTrace The green Power and the red Status LEDs on the front panel are lit as soon as power is applied to the unit. The FastTrace is supplied with a universal input power supply which operates from 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz.

  • Page 33: Figure 25: Connect To Site

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 25: Connect To Site The VideoCentral User Interface screen will be displayed and if a camera has been connected, there should be video displayed, otherwise a standard blue screen is shown.

  • Page 34: Figure 27: Installer Menu Button

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Go to the Connection menu and click the Installer Menu option (or click the Installer Menu button on the Site Actions flyout). Figure 27: Installer Menu Button The Setup files will be downloaded from the FastTrace unit.

  • Page 35: Adding A New Site

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 28: FastTrace User Settings Setup parameters and configuration options for the FastTrace can now be modified. Refer to Programming FastTrace on page 51 for details of the settings which must be defined to use the FastTrace in an operational environment.

  • Page 36: Testing The Fasttrace Installation

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 29: Configure a New Site Enter the following site details: Site Id: 9 characters (max) CMS Password: 8 characters (max) Communications: Network or PSTN If Network is selected, enter a valid IP address for the FastTrace Click OK.

  • Page 37: Notes And Troubleshooting Tips

    2.12.1 Setting the Date and Time The ADPRO FastTrace uses a stable internal clock that is based on UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Date and time settings of the unit operate in a way that is similar to a PC and a 'Time Zone' value is provided in the Date / Time Settings option of the Connection menu / Installer Menu option (refer to Date/Time Settings on page 56).

  • Page 38: Firewall Configuration

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Go to the Connection menu and select the Installer Menu option to display the FastTrace's User Settings menu. Change Site Details to the new Site ID, Password and Network Address values. Save all changes when exiting the User Settings menu.

  • Page 39: Fasttrace Connectors

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 3 FastTrace Connectors All external connections to the FastTrace chassis are made via the rear panel, refer to the following figure: Figure 31: FastTrace Connections Doc 11168_12...

  • Page 40: Power Connection

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Power Connection The FastTrace is designed for 100-240 VAC 50-60Hz operation. Ensure mains supplies are stable and are not subject to frequency changes, voltage spikes etc. The use of mains suppression units or even UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) systems is recommended to ensure stable voltages.

  • Page 41: Comms 2

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual V.24 Name Direction V.24 Description DCE transmit clock DCE receive clock Data terminal ready Remote loopback Ring Indicator DTE Transmit Clock 3.2.2 COMMS 2 COMMS 2 is used to connect to modems and terminal adaptors to support PSTN and ISDN links at data rates up to 230 kbps.

  • Page 42: Connecting To A Modem Or Ta

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 3.2.3 Connecting to a Modem or TA Communication devices with a V.24 port are connected to the FastTrace using the modem cable supplied with the modem or terminal adaptor. Either Comms 1 or Comms 2 may be used and the FastTrace can be set up with two communications devices, allowing simultaneous connections and / or a back-up communications path.

  • Page 43: Audio

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Note: ALWAYS consult with the IT or Network Manager for the network BEFORE physically connecting FastTrace to the network. A network address is required for correct operation over a network. Both the FastTrace and the PC running the VideoCentral software must have a unique TCP/IP address (referred to as the IP address).

  • Page 44: Audio Screw Terminal Connector

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Table 5: Audio Switcher Connections Pin Function Signal Specifications Serial Clock Open drain output Serial Link for Channel 32 V maximum Serial Data Number selection 100 mA maximum On impedance <15 ohm...

  • Page 45: Audio Configuration

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Table 6: Audio Screw Terminal Connector Pin Function Signal Specifications Line Level Audio Output Unbalanced, impedance 600 ohm Nominal voltage level = 315 mVrms Ground Input Unbalanced, impedance >6 K ohm Nominal level = 10 mVrms to 400 mVrms...

  • Page 46: Zoned Audio

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Audio Input Ground Microphone Pre-amplifier Audio Connector Port Figure 37: Microphone Connection By using both the audio input and output, intercom systems and handsets can also be connected to the FastTrace. When used in conjunction with the alarm inputs this allows the FastTrace to be used for help points and door/gate entry systems.

  • Page 47: Video Input Connections

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 39: Zoned Audio Configuration Video Input Connections Depending on the model, up to 20 video sources can be connected via the female BNC sockets. The sources should generate a 1.0-volt peak to peak composite colour or black and white video signal when terminated with a 75-ohm load.

  • Page 48: Video Input Requirements

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Caution: Installations in Lightning Prone Areas In lightning prone areas, in-line coaxial lightning arresters should be used on the video cables. The arresters should be installed at the cable entry of the building that houses the FastTrace.

  • Page 49: Maximum Camera Input Cable Length

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Maximum Camera Input Cable Length The maximum cable length that can be used from a camera before cable compensators are required is dictated by the desired quality of the video picture. Generally, the shorter the cable between the camera and the FastTrace the better the video picture quality.

  • Page 50: Table 7: Dip Switch Configuration

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Table 7: DIP Switch Configuration Switch Function Factory Set Factory Set Factory Set Factory Set RS422 Configuration for PTZ port RS485 Configuration for PTZ port Impounded Normal Operating Position Default override setting for direct connection...

  • Page 51: Alarm Inputs

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Alarm Inputs Unlike other equipment, which typically has statically assigned alarm input to video relationships (i.e. alarm input 1 always related to video channel 1, alarm input 2 always related to video channel 2, etc), FastTrace can be programmed so that any one or group of alarm inputs can trigger any one or group of cameras.

  • Page 52: Driving The Alarm Inputs

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 42: Alarm Input Configuration 3.7.1 Driving the Alarm Inputs For an alarm input to be recognised, the input device must hold a changed state for a period of 100 ms. •...

  • Page 53: Figure 43: Alarm Connector Pinouts

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 43: Alarm Connector Pinouts Wire connections from the alarm switches are made by using the screw terminal contact strips supplied with the FastTrace. For ease of installation, the screw terminal blocks slide over the connector pins when the wiring is complete.

  • Page 54: Control Outputs

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 44: External Sensor Wiring Circuits Please refer to “Specifications’ on page 129 for voltage requirements and considerations. Control Outputs FastTrace transmitters have 10 or 20 Control Outputs that can be controlled by a remote operator using VideoCentral.

  • Page 55: Connecting To The Control Outputs

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 3.8.1 Connecting to the Control Outputs Control Outputs are available via screw connection strips on the rear panel. Figure 45: Pinouts for Control Output Connectors Caution: Exceeding the Control Output’s maximum voltage or current rating (12 Vdc, 100 mA) will damage the FastTrace and invalidate the product warranty.

  • Page 56: Figure 47: Pin Numbering Of The Ptz Port

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis A single 9 way D connector is provided on the unit to support RS422 and RS485 connectivity to PTZ camera stations. The connectivity is shown below. To change between RS422 and RS485, use DIP switch 5 on the rear of the unit.

  • Page 57: Ptz Port Setup

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 49: Typical PTZ Configuration 3.9.1 PTZ Port Setup The following points are applicable to the PTZ port. • Telemetry stations are connected via a 9-pin D connector, marked ‘PTZ’ • RS485 control links allow cable lengths of up to 1000 metres •...

  • Page 58: General Purpose Serial Ports

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis PTZ Camera Station FastTrace RS422/485 Port PTZ Port 2 (+) Balanced Balanced Transmit/ Transmit/ Receive Receive 3 (-) Ground Ground Shield RS485 ft connection.cdr Figure 50: RS485 PTZ Port Connections to a Telemetry Station •...

  • Page 59: Data Connection

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Table 9: General Purpose Serial Port Connections Signal Description Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Ground Data Set Ready Request to send Clear to send Ring Indicator Figure 52: Typical Configuration with ATM/EPOS 3.11 Data Connection...

  • Page 60: Connecting To The General I/O

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 53: Pin Numbering of the Data Port Table 10: Data Port Connections Signal Description Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Signal Ground Data Set Ready Request to send...

  • Page 61: Access/Secure Input - Pin 3

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 3.12.2 Access/Secure Input - Pin 3 FastTrace operation by default is in the Secure state and will respond to an alarm input by dialling / connecting to a remote user. The Access/Secure input allows the FastTrace to be independently set into the Access state of operation.

  • Page 62: General Alarm Relay Output

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis The operation is as follows: • When the unit is powered off, the relay is Normally Closed. • When the unit powers up and is booting, i.e. the red light is on or flashing, the fault relay is Normally Closed.

  • Page 63: Programming Fasttrace

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4 Programming FastTrace Programming Checklist The following checklist provides an overview of the main tasks required to program a FastTrace and the sequence in which they should be performed: • Set the unique Site ID and Password for the FastTrace and ensure that matching ones are entered in VideoCentral (refer to Site Details on page 55).

  • Page 64: Setting The Telephone Connection

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 4.2.2 Setting the Telephone Connection The basic information needed to use a telephone (dial-up) connection is entered via the Database / Administration / Configure Sites menu. Select the Edit option, then highlight PSTN or ISDN in the Communications section: •...

  • Page 65: Figure 56: Fasttrace User Settings

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 56: FastTrace User Settings Note: Some options for a category can be affected by the status of other setting(s) and may be unavailable (shown ‘ghosted’). The programming GUI is a separate program to VideoCentral and there are numerous different versions (although outwardly all look the same).

  • Page 66: Saving A Configuration To File

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 4.3.1 Saving a Configuration to File Selecting the Save to File … button displays the Save As dialog box. • Files are saved in a ‘FastTrace User Settings (*.fus)’ file format. •...

  • Page 67: Site Details

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4.3.3 Site Details Figure 59: Site Details Menu Site ID Each ADPRO transmitter must have a unique site ID. The maximum site ID alpha-numeric length is 9 characters. Note that the ‘local’ site ID entered here must match a site ID entry in the VideoCentral Site List (Database / Administration / Configure Sites).

  • Page 68: Date/Time Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 4.3.4 Date/Time Settings To enable accurate event tracking, the FastTrace can be set to accommodate local or regional daylight saving time shifts when they affect the location where the FastTrace is installed.

  • Page 69: Figure 61: Set Fasttrace Time And Date

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Adjusting FastTrace Time via VideoCentral If the time zone has been set correctly, as detailed above, but the time at the FastTrace is not accurate, the time may be changed via VideoCentral.
  • Page 70 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis VideoCentral VideoCentral VideoCentral VideoCentral VideoCentral V9.01 or later V9.00 or later V9.00 or later prior to V9.00 prior to V9.00 Feature / connecting to connecting to connecting to connecting to connecting to Scenario FastTrace V2.01...

  • Page 71: Licensing

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4.3.5 Licensing The Licensing option enables users to enable the Transaction Device (ATM/EPOS) functionality through a license purchased from your distributor. Once the license details are entered, you can then configure the transaction device function.

  • Page 72: Communications

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 4.3.6 Communications The Communications menu provides configuration settings for the Ethernet and two serial communication ports. Figure 63: Communications Menu Ethernet Properties A direct connection to a 10BaseT or 100BaseTX Ethernet network can be made via the Ethernet Port.

  • Page 73: Figure 64: Ethernet Settings

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 64: Ethernet Settings IP Address for this Unit Factory Default 192.168.1.1 The IP Address is used to identify the FastTrace device as a TCP/IP network node. Each ADPRO Transmitter monitored from the same installation of VideoCentral requires a unique IP (Internet Protocol) address.
  • Page 74 Tech-Tips - ‘Unique IP Address Requirements’ and ‘Secured TCP/IP Connectivity for FastTrace, FastTx and VideoCentral’ on the website at: www.xtralis.com/adpro, or contact your nearest sales office for a copy. Note: Refer to Firewall Configuration on page 26 for firewall port information.

  • Page 75: Serial Communication Properties

    CD. Refer to Tech-Tip 11460 – Windows XP SP2 Issues (available on the website: www.xtralis.com/adpro) for more information on the use of the Null Modem Cable. The Serial Communications Port 1 Settings and Serial Communications Port 2 Settings menus allow the operating parameters of the two serial ports to be configured to match the model of modem or terminal adaptor used.
  • Page 76 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Modem/TA Model Options: Model List, Direct Connect Select the model of the modem or terminal adapter (TA) connected to the particular COMMS port. Refer to the device’s user manual to assist with setting the correct configuration.
  • Page 77 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual For example, set Answer Rings = 0 when the user does not want VideoCentral accessing this particular site if no alarms are being generated. Generally the Answer Rings option would be set to 1-3 rings.

  • Page 78: Figure 66: Advanced Serial Communications

    For more information, please refer to: Tech Tip 10470_00 - Unique IP Address Requirements, available on the website: www.xtralis.com/adpro. Caution: Contact Xtralis technical support for advice before entering data into: Enable PAP, PPP Username or PPP Password. Enable PAP Factory Default: Set this checkbox to enable Password Authentication Protocol.

  • Page 79: Advanced Communication Properties

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual PPP Password Option: 20 characters maximum. The Password that will be provided by PPP when negotiating a serial IP connection. It is only required when PAP is enabled. Note: The PPP Password is a function of the modem or TA and will also need to be set in the device.
  • Page 80 Xtralis technical support. PPP Settings FastTrace uses PPP when communicating over serial devices, such as modems and terminal adaptors. Only change these settings if advised by Xtralis technical support. PPP Request Timeout Options: <value> Range is 1 to 10 seconds Factory Default This setting sets the default timeout for negotiating a PPP connection.

  • Page 81: Call List

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4.3.7 Call List The Call List options are used to configure a list of (VideoCentral) sites that the unit will attempt to contact when an alarm is triggered. Note: The main and backup communication links should not be set to the same link. If they are set to the same link, the system will not use the backup settings if the primary is unsuccessful.

  • Page 82: Backup Communications

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 69: Call List (Ethernet-left, Serial-right) Properties Use the Add to list button to place details of up to five sites on the Call List. All entries will be subject to the Connection Attempts and Connection Separation values.

  • Page 83: Connected Equipment

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Note: Selecting the option ‘None’ will disable any backup Call List and the Configure button will be unavailable. 4.3.8 Connected Equipment The Connected Equipment menu provides a number of sub-menus to configure the settings...

  • Page 84: Ptz Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis PTZ Settings Serial Options: 360vision, Amux IEC, Baxall ZMX, Baxall ZTX, Baxall ZTX7, BBV, Burle, COHU, Conway, CS Lilin, Dennard 2050, Diamond, Digital Sprite, Elbex, Ernitec, GPS, Grundig, Harris, JVC, Kalatel CyberDome, Kalatel KTD 12x,...

  • Page 85: Camera Settings

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 71: Cameras Menu The status of a Channel is shown by a small icon to the left of the Channel number. • A Channel is free when the ‘empty’ icon is shown next to the number.

  • Page 86: Figure 72: Camera Settings - General Tab

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis General Tab Figure 72: Camera Settings - General Tab Camera Name Option: 16 characters maximum. Type the name to be associated with this camera. Hint: Try to use names that make the camera location and the channel number to which it is connected, easily identifiable.

  • Page 87: Figure 73: Camera Settings - Ptz

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Caution: Camera termination is only active whilst the FastTrace is powered. If, for any reason, the power is removed from a FastTrace unit, any connected cameras will become unterminated. Use Activity Detection The FastTrace can be setup to respond to changes that occur within the field of view of a camera.

  • Page 88: Figure 74: Alarm Preset Warning

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Alarm Preset Interrupt Options: Interruptible, Non-Interruptible Default: Interruptible This option determines whether a PTZ camera that is currently going to a preset because of an alarm activation, can be directed to another preset when another alarm activation occurs (or be manually moved by an operator at the CMS).

  • Page 89: Figure 75: Camera Settings - Activity Detection Tab

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Note: During the Preset on Alarm function, images could appear dark and/or blurry, possibly causing FastTrace to interpret this as low contrast, and generating a low contrast alarm. Activity Detection Tab Figure 75: Camera Settings - Activity Detection Tab...

  • Page 90: Figure 76: Activity Detection Mask

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Toggle on or off the individual cells by moving the mouse pointer over the required cells and left- click the mouse. Cells can also be toggled by holding the left mouse button and dragging the mouse over the screen.

  • Page 91: Monitor

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4.3.10 Monitor A local monitor can be connected to the FastTrace and used to display a number of camera views in a sequence. Figure 77: Monitor Menu Monitor Settings Set the Local Monitor Connected checkbox if a sequence monitor is to be used. Click the Configure button to setup the sequence.

  • Page 92: Transparent Data Port

    Note: Please contact your nearest Xtralis office for details of supported equipment. For information on how to set up a transaction device, please refer to the Transaction Device Software Programmers Manual (document number 11620_01) available on the website - www.xtralis.com/adpro.

  • Page 93: Figure 79: Transparent Data Port Settings

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual The Connection Port drop down list displays the Data Port that is currently allocated in the FastTrace system. Select the Configure … button and the following dialog is displayed. Figure 79: Transparent Data Port Settings...

  • Page 94: Alarm Inputs

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 4.3.13 Alarm Inputs The Alarm Inputs option defines a number of parameters about the type and operation of the alarm inputs connected to the FastTrace. The number of alarm inputs available will depend on the FastTrace Model number.
  • Page 95 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Alarm Input Type Options: Normally Open (N/O), Normally Closed (N/C), N/O SEOL, N/C SEOL, N/O DEOL, N/C DEOL Default: Normally Open The FastTrace can be programmed to trigger an alarm when the contacts associated with a channel change state.

  • Page 96: Presidium Inputs

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis The Duress option is designed to be used with silent panic alarms and will cause a Live and Quad alarm to be sent to VideoCentral. The Live alarm enables an event to be quickly displayed at the CMS and the Quad alarm ensures that video is captured at the instant the panic alarm is operated.

  • Page 97: Presidium Input Settings

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 83: Presidium Inputs List Presidium Input Settings Select the Configure button to setup the Presidium Inputs. Figure 84: Presidium Input Settings Presidium Input Name Option: 16 characters maximum. Enter the name to be associated with this Presidium Input.

  • Page 98: Control Outputs

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis The Live option is primarily designed for use with access (entry/exit) points. A live video feed is displayed at VideoCentral. The Quad option captures three alarm images in a user-defined period (defined under Camera Settings/General tab) and displays the images at VideoCentral, along with a fourth pane which sequences through the three images to highlight movement.

  • Page 99: Control Output Settings

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Control Output Settings When the Configure button is used, the following settings can be made. Control Output Name Option: 16 characters maximum. Enter the 16 character name to associate with this output. The name can be displayed when viewing video from a camera input associated with this control output.

  • Page 100: Audio General Properties

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 86: Audio Settings Audio General Properties Audio Input Options: Microphone, Line Input, Switcher Default: Microphone Select the type of audio input device connected to the FastTrace unit. Refer to Audio on page 31 for details of the hardware connector.

  • Page 101: Arming / Disarming

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Audio Out Volume Options: Range 0 to 15 Factory Default: Choose a volume level between 0 (lowest) and 15 (highest) to suit the operational environment. 4.3.17 Arming / Disarming Figure 87: Arming/Disarming Menu The Arm/Disarm properties allow a user to configure the Arm/Disarm Tamper Protection settings and Arm/Disarm Local Indication features of FastTrace.

  • Page 102: Indicate The Armed State Of The Unit

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Alarm Input Type: Select the type of alarm input. The types available are the same as for a normal alarm input: Either Normally Open or Normally Closed (no end of line resistors) or combinations of Normally Open or Normally Closed with either Single or Dual End Of Line resistors for Tamper detection (SEOL / DEOL).

  • Page 103: Operational Behaviour

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual To configure: Activate a Control Output when sensors are active: Check this box to enable the feature. Control Output: Select an unused control output for the output function from the drop-down list.

  • Page 104: Data Storage

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Data Storage Define the quantity of days that Normal (images recorded routinely) and Event (images relating to alarms on the system) are to be stored. After this time images will be deleted by a data deletion operation, which runs regularly within the system.

  • Page 105: Operational Modes

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4.3.19 Operational Modes Figure 89: Operational Modes Menu Up to four different modes can be programmed into the system. Numerous different operational characteristics can be changed within the different modes such as: •...

  • Page 106: Figure 90: Changing Modes Via An Input

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Mode Selection Options: Use External Input, Use Calendar Default: Use External Input Note: The choice of a Mode Selection Method will apply to ALL modes. Use the Selection Method drop-down box to determine how the modes will be changed (either via an input change or by day / time calendar selection) and press the Configure…...

  • Page 107: Figure 91: Changing Modes Via Calendar

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 91: Changing Modes Via Calendar Note that this calendar uses days and not dates, therefore it is not possible to set specific operations for particular dates such as Christmas or New Year.

  • Page 108: Audio Behaviour

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis 4.3.20 Audio Behaviour The Audio Behaviour page determines whether audio information will be recorded to the hard disk(s) during the different modes. Figure 92: Audio Behaviour Settings Select the Mode of operation for which the audio is to be configured and then use the check-box to select whether audio is to be continuously recorded throughout this mode.

  • Page 109: Camera Behaviour

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4.3.21 Camera Behaviour Figure 93: Camera Behaviour Menu For each camera, the operation for each of the modes needs to be defined (i.e. up to four lots of settings for each camera).

  • Page 110: Video Capture (Tab)

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Video Capture (tab) The Video Capture settings define the conditions that need to be met for video to be recorded. This includes the type of recording, the video quality, recording rate and duration of recording.

  • Page 111: Event Triggers

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual The following table shows the Capture Settings defaults: Table 13: Capture Settings defaults Continuous Event Continuous & Event Capture Setting Normal Pre-Event Event Normal Event Quality (1-7) Image Rate (ips) Capture Duration (sec)

  • Page 112: Figure 96: Event Trigger Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 96: Event Trigger Settings Alarm Logic The Alarm Logic option is used to set up the logical order in which Alarm Inputs are treated before an alarm event is declared to be ‘valid’.

  • Page 113: Figure 98: Event Input Settings - Programming Error

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Select the type of Event Input (either Alarm Input, Activity Detection or Transaction Device) and the Source (the Alarm Input Channel or Video Channel in the case of Activity Detection). Note that any alarm input or activity detection on any camera channel can be used to trigger any camera on the system.

  • Page 114: Event Response

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis If using the Only When ALL Inputs Occur logic, only the first pre-set on the list will be active. If another Alarm Input is configured for the same PTZ camera, its preset will not be available, and will be displayed with an (N/A) beside the Preset Position.
  • Page 115 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Activate Control Output When checked, the control output correlating to the camera channel number currently being programmed will be activated for a period as defined in the Alarm Input / Hold Time (refer to Alarm Input Settings on page 82) upon full activation of an event.

  • Page 116: Multi-Screen Live Behaviour

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Record Audio on Event When checked, audio will be automatically recorded when an event is triggered on this channel during the current mode. If the VM22A Audio Switcher is being used, audio relating to this camera channel will be recorded.

  • Page 117: Figure 103: Guard Tour Camera List

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual For a connected user to release the Multi-Screen functionality, the user has to: • select any video mode other than Multi-Screen (this includes Pause), • disconnect, or • lose it to a more privileged user.

  • Page 118: Figure 104: Selectable Multi-Screen Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Selectable Multi-Screen Settings Figure 104: Selectable Multi-Screen Settings The user can create and configure different Multi-Screen profiles according to their preferences. The following screen splits are supported: Single Screen, 4-way, 7-way, 9-way, 10-way, 13-way, 16-way and 20-way.

  • Page 119: Figure 106: Selectable Multi-Screen Settings

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Renaming a profile is disabled for the default All Cameras profile. Copy and Paste an Existing Profile • Select the Profile. • Click the Copy Profile button. • Any time later (as long as nothing was placed in the Clipboard) click the Paste Profile button.

  • Page 120: Entry/Exit Behaviour

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Remove a Camera from the Profile Layout Control • Highlight the camera entry in the Profile Layout control. • Click on the [<] button to remove the selected camera from the layout.

  • Page 121: Entry/Exit Path

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Entry/Exit Path By specifying alarm inputs or Activity Detection channels as Entry/Exit Path Zones, users can define the route used to enter or exit an area protected by the FastTrace. General rules for configuring alarm sources on Entry/Exit Paths when using FastTrace: •...

  • Page 122: Figure 109: Exit Path And Delay Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Highlight the Alarm Input number or camera to be assigned to the Entry Path Zone in the left pane, and then use the arrows to add or remove the zones in the Path pane on the right.

  • Page 123: Maintenance

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Highlight the Alarm Input number or camera to be assigned to the Exit Path Zone in the left pane, and then use the arrows to add or remove the zones in the Path pane on the right.

  • Page 124: Temperature Monitor

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Temperature Monitor Figure 111: Temperature Management FastTrace monitors the internal temperature of the hard disk drives and has the option of dialling the CMS and generating an alarm if the temperature exceeds an upper limit of 65°C.

  • Page 125: Zone Isolate

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Zone Isolate The Zone Isolate feature allows a central monitoring station operator to prevent an alarm detector from generating alarms. This feature is useful in a number of scenarios: • Commissioning a FastTrace •...
  • Page 126 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis SitePulse is provided as a mechanism to automatically check the operational status of a site. SitePulse provides a mechanism where, at regular programmable intervals, a poll message is sent from FastTrace to VideoCentral. If VideoCentral does not receive a poll message from a configured site within a specified time period, this is highlighted to the VideoCentral operator.

  • Page 127: Event Log

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 5 Event Log VideoCentral has the capability to download the contents of a remote FastTrace ‘site event log’ for review. This feature is useful when carrying out system diagnostics, or investigating problems associated with event reporting from the site.

  • Page 128: Save The Event Log

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Save the Event Log The results of an event log search may be saved as follows: Select the Save events or logs button. Figure 116: Save Event or Logs button Select a location to save the text file, enter a filename and select Save.

  • Page 129: Severity And Visibility Levels

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Severity and Visibility Levels The following table details the Severity assigned to the FastTrace event logs. Table 15: Assigned Severity of FastTrace Event Logs Severity Functional Area Title Detail Motion Detection Activity detected...
  • Page 130 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Severity Functional Area Title Informative Dial out Exit delay started Informative Dial out Exit delay finished Informative Motion detection No video from camera Informative Motion detection Video restored on camera Informative Motion detection...

  • Page 131: Table 16: Assigned Visibility Of Fasttrace Event Logs

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Severity Functional Area Title Fatal Application System System is shutting down The following table details the Visibility assigned to the FastTrace event logs Table 16: Assigned Visibility of FastTrace Event Logs Log Title...
  • Page 132 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Log Title Visibility Comments Remote user ID set Maintainer The remote user ID. The description field will contain the user ID. Override refused Maintainer Override applied by user Maintainer Override released by user...
  • Page 133 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Log Title Visibility Comments No video from camera User Video restored on camera User Contrast alarm on camera User Normal contrast on camera User ATM transaction User ATM transaction started User ATM transaction finished...
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  • Page 135: Fasttrace Impounding

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 6 FastTrace Impounding The FastTrace Impound feature is used when the FastTrace unit contains potential evidence and it is deemed that the storing and/or exporting of FastTrace data using VideoCentral is not sufficient.
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  • Page 137: Testing The Fasttrace System

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 7 Testing the FastTrace System Installation and Testing Checklist There are a few do's and don'ts on top of basic installation practices that should be followed to ensure a good and trouble free FastTrace installation.
  • Page 138 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis • If you get bad quality audio from the control room to the site: Check the available bandwidth the FastTrace has allowed for the audio at VideoCentral. Check that the cabling from the microphone is shielded and is not going near any obvious sources of electrical noise (such as monitors).

  • Page 139: Upgrading The Fasttrace Software

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 8 Upgrading the FastTrace Software The FastTrace software can be upgraded via VideoCentral or FastTrace Viewer software running on a PC or laptop. The software can be upgraded over any communications network, as long as a connection can be established between the FastTrace and PC.

  • Page 140: Figure 121: 'Flying Papers' Pop-Up

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Figure 121: 'Flying Papers' Pop-up Once the upgrade file has completed downloading, which may take from 30 seconds on a network connection up to 10 minutes on a modem connection, the 'flying papers' will disappear, the FastTrace will disconnect and then reboot.

  • Page 141: Specifications

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 9 Specifications FastTrace A FastTrace system consists of one or more Multi-Site Video Security Systems at remote sites and a PC running the VideoCentral software at a monitoring site. Connection is via a TCP/IP based Ethernet network, dial-up, leased telephone lines or ISDN.
  • Page 142 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Function Description Alarm inputs Model 5005 and Model 5010: 20 alarm contact sensing or logic level inputs. Model 5020: 30 alarm contact sensing or logic level inputs. Programmable to trigger an alarm on contact opening or closure.
  • Page 143 ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Function Description Audio Switch Interface Audio In/Out to VM22A or third party Audio Switcher. Bi-directional audio sent simultaneously with the video (full duplex). Bandwidth: 300 Hz to 3.3 kHz. Input impedance: >6 k ohms. Input level: 10 mV to 400 mV RMS (nom) Output impedance: >6 k ohm.
  • Page 144 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Function Description 360vision Supported Serial Telemetry Amux IEC Stations Baxall ZMX, Baxall ZTX Burle COHU Conway CS-LiLin Dennard 2050 Diamond Elbex Ernitec Grundig Harris Kalatel Cyberdome, Kalatel KTD 12x Mark Mercer Molynx...

  • Page 145: Videocentral Lite Minimum Specifications

    ADPRO FastTrace by Xtralis Installation and User Manual VideoCentral Lite Minimum Specifications Function Description Operating System Windows XP Service Pack 2 (Professional Edition) or Windows 2000 (Professional Edition) Windows Server 2003 Hardware Requirements Intel Pentium III or Celeron, processor speed 800MHz minimum 512 MB memory Hard disk capacity >...
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