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Xtralis ADPRO FastTx Installation And User Manual

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Xtralis
Installation and
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March 18, 2010
Part 201820.06

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  • Page 1 ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual March 18, 2010 Part 201820.06...

  • 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 Caution: The ADPRO FastTx contains an internal lithium battery. There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. The battery is not user replaceable and can only be replaced by Xtralis or their Authorised Service Representative. Doc. 11949_06...

  • Page 5: Connection To Other Equipment

    Compliance of Power Cord Caution: If the power cord supplied with the ADPRO FastTx is not suitable for your local power connection, do not modify the cord. Please purchase a power cord that has the safety approvals appropriate for your country.

  • Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer's Name: Xtralis AG Pty Ltd Manufacturer's Address: 4 North Drive Virginia Park, 236-262 East Boundary Road East Bentleigh VIC 3165 Australia. declares, that the product(s): Product Name: ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    2.8 ADPRO FastTx Configuration ..................19 2.8.1 Powering Up the ADPRO FastTx ................20 2.9 Connecting to the ADPRO FastTx for the First Time ............. 20 2.10 Adding a New Site ......................23 2.11 Testing the ADPRO FastTx Installation ................ 24 2.12 Notes and Troubleshooting Tips ...................
  • Page 8 4.2 Setting the Operational Parameters ................51 4.2.1 Setting the Telephone Connection ................ 51 4.2.2 Setting the Network Connection ................51 4.3 Entering the ADPRO FastTx Setup Screen ..............52 4.3.1 Saving a Configuration to File ................54 4.3.2 Loading a Configuration from File ................54 4.3.3 Site Details ......................
  • Page 9 Figure 1: Typical Application ........................2 Figure 2: ADPRO FastTx Grounding Requirements ................6 Figure 3: ADPRO FastTx Front Panel for 19 inch Rack Mount Models ..........7 Figure 4: Typical Setup Connections - Ethernet or Serial ..............8 Figure 5: Internet Protocol........................9 Figure 6: System Properties.........................
  • Page 10 Figure 58: Incompatible User Settings File ..................54 Figure 59: Site Details Menu........................ 55 Figure 60: Date/Time Settings Menu ....................56 Figure 61: Set ADPRO FastTx Time and Date ..................57 Figure 62: Licensing Settings....................... 57 Figure 63: Communications Menu ....................... 58 Figure 64: Ethernet Settings ........................
  • Page 11 ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 68: Call List Menu ........................68 Figure 69: Call List (Ethernet-left, Serial-right) Properties..............68 Figure 70: Connected Equipment Menu....................70 Figure 71: Cameras Menu........................71 Figure 72: Camera Settings - General Tab ..................72 Figure 73: Camera Settings - PTZ .......................
  • Page 12 Table 9: General Purpose Serial Port Connections ................46 Table 10: Data Port Connections ......................47 Table 11: Arm/Disarm Alarm Input States.................... 89 Table 12: Assigned Severity of ADPRO FastTx Event Logs.............. 110 Table 13: Assigned Visibility of ADPRO FastTx Event Logs.............. 112 Doc. 11949_06...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    ADPRO FastTx can be installed to be fully compatible with the British Standard, BS8418. This standard applies to remotely monitored video verification systems, and is mandatory in the UK to receive police response to intrusions.

  • Page 14: Figure 1: Typical Application

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx 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 FastTx POWER STATUS Video...

  • Page 15: Adpro Fasttx Setup Instructions

    ADPRO FastTx equipment must be used only in an INDOOR environment. • System Wiring - Ideally, the ADPRO FastTx’s position will be close to the centre of the site wiring. Excessive cable runs will increase the installation cost, cause voltage drops, degrade signals, and offer greater scope for EMI/RFI (electrical interference) induced faults, tampers, and false alarms.

  • Page 16: Power Conditioners And Surge Arresters

    Where ground loop currents cause a problem in a ADPRO FastTx installation, the installer may reduce the effect by installing a video isolation transformer on each video channel affected.

  • Page 17: Static Discharge

    FCC Advice for Installers and Users in the United States ADPRO FastTx equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 18: Unpacking The Adpro Fasttx

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

  • Page 19: Mounting The Adpro Fasttx

    Mounting the ADPRO FastTx 2.5.1 Rack Mounting The ADPRO FastTx models are housed in a 3 U high chassis for mounting in a 19" rack with a layout as shown in the following figure. To ensure long term electronic equipment reliability, it is advisable to: •...

  • Page 20: Setting Up The Pc

    Connection to the ADPRO FastTx may be via an Ethernet crossover cable (supplied), via the Ethernet port on the rear of the ADPRO FastTx, or via a null modem cable (not supplied), via the Comms 2 port on the rear of the ADPRO FastTx.

  • Page 21: Configuring The Pc For Ethernet Connection

    The (factory) TCP/IP network address for the ADPRO FastTx is: 192.168.1.1 The (factory) subnet mask address is 255.255.255.0 For the PC to be able to successfully connect to the ADPRO FastTx, the PC IP settings must be modified to a class C address.

  • Page 22: Configuring The Pc For Serial Connection

    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 ADPRO FastTx. (Refer to Null-modem Cable Wiring on page 15 for wiring details for the null modem cable).

  • Page 23: Installing The Null Modem Driver

    Connect the cable between the ADPRO FastTx COMMS 2 port and the PC's serial port. Installing the Null Modem Driver If you are using the Null-Modem cable connection method to connect to the ADPRO FastTx, you must install the Null-Modem driver in Windows. This step is NOT necessary if a Null-Modem driver has already been installed on the PC, or if you are using an Ethernet connection to ADPRO FastTx.

  • Page 24: Figure 9: Phone And Modem Options

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx 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 FastTx 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 FastTx 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

    Null-modem Cable Wiring Should it be necessary to use a null-modem cable that is longer than that supplied with the ADPRO FastTx, 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

    Next, otherwise browse and select the location. Figure 18: Installation Location Note: On the next screen you MUST select the Yes option for receiving alarms otherwise you will not be able to configure the ADPRO FastTx unit from ADPRO VideoCentral Lite. Doc 11949_06...

  • Page 29: Figure 19: Transmitter Alarm Management

    Figure 20: Communication Devices Select the checkbox next to the device you are using to enable ADPRO VideoCentral Lite to connect to the ADPRO FastTx unit (Network Adaptor for an ethernet connection, Generic NULL Modem for a serial connection). Click Next.

  • Page 30: Starting Adpro Videocentral Lite For The First Time

    Click on the Yes button to accept this condition and ADPRO VideoCentral Lite user interface will be displayed. To help users with the first time setup of a ADPRO FastTx, a number of default settings are used in the ADPRO ADPRO VideoCentral Lite software that must match the default factory settings found in a new ADPRO FastTx unit.

  • Page 31: Adpro Fasttx Configuration

    Before powering the ADPRO FastTx unit on, check that the factory DIP-Switch settings are correct (refer to Table 7 on page 38 for more details). The location of the DIP-Switch is on the rear of the ADPRO FastTx unit at the bottom, underneath the camera connections and next to the monitor connector.

  • Page 32: Powering Up The Adpro Fasttx

    The ADPRO FastTx will then automatically perform a series of self-test routines which check the microprocessor circuits. When power is first applied to the ADPRO FastTx unit, the red LED on the front of the unit will be on. After approximately 60 seconds, the red LED should start switching on, then off, every two seconds.

  • Page 33: Figure 25: Connect To Site

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 25: Connect To Site The ADPRO 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

    ADPRO FastTx unit. For a new ADPRO FastTx, the first time a user accesses the Installer Menu, a message will appear asking the user to accept the Factory Default settings. Click Yes to this question.

  • Page 35: Adding A New Site

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

  • Page 36: Testing The Adpro Fasttx Installation

    If a Network connection is being used, the PC must now have its IP Address changed to be on the same subnet mask as the modified IP Address of the ADPRO FastTx (but with a different IP address). Refer to Configuring the PC for Ethernet Connection on page 9 for details of how to perform this.

  • Page 37: Notes And Troubleshooting Tips

    2.12.2 Front Panel LED When power is first applied to the ADPRO FastTx unit, the red LED on the front of the unit will be on. After approximately 60 seconds, the red LED should start switching on, then off, every two seconds.

  • Page 38: Firewall Configuration

    The ADPRO FastTx will now operate with the new Site ID, Password and Network Address. 2.14 Firewall Configuration If the ADPRO FastTx unit is connected via a firewall, the following table describes the destination port allocation for the ADPRO VideoCentral PC and ADPRO FastTx unit. Source ports are randomly chosen.

  • Page 39: Adpro Fasttx Connectors

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 3 ADPRO FastTx Connectors All external connections to the ADPRO FastTx chassis are made via the rear panel, refer to the following figure: Figure 31: ADPRO FastTx Connections Doc 11949_06...

  • Page 40: Power Connection

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Power Connection The ADPRO FastTx is designed for 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz 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: Table 2: Comm Port 1 Connection

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Table 2: Comm Port 1 Connection V.24 Name Direction V.24 Description SGND Shield Transmit data Receive data Request to send Clear to send Data Set Ready Signal ground Carrier detect DCE transmit clock...

  • Page 42: 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. COMMS 2 can also be used to access the ADPRO FastTx setup menu and to upgrade the software when connected to a PC or laptop computer via a null-modem cable link.

  • Page 43: Network (Ethernet) Connection

    ADPRO FastTx is around 5Mb/sec. ADPRO FastTx is designed for use via a Cat. 5 cable infrastructure. The Cat. 5 standards define cabling specifications and physical presentations. In short, Cat. 5 defines the use of 4 pairs (8 wires) presented on an RJ45 connection.

  • Page 44: Audio Switch Port

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis 3.3.1 Audio Switch Port The Audio Switch port provides a number of functions on the ADPRO FastTx, these are: • An audio output and an audio input connection • A general relay •...

  • Page 45: Audio Screw Terminal Connector

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 3.3.2 Audio Screw Terminal Connector The audio screw terminals may be used for connection of certain audio devices, such as microphones and low power speakers. Connections and ratings of the connector block are:...

  • Page 46: Figure 36: Audio Configuration With Amplifier

    By using both the audio input and output, intercom systems and handsets can also be connected to the ADPRO FastTx. When used in conjunction with the alarm inputs this allows the ADPRO FastTx to be used for help points and door/gate entry systems.

  • Page 47: Zoned Audio

    Installation and User Manual 3.3.4 Zoned Audio The ADPRO FastTx has one audio input and output. If zoned audio is required, that is the ability to talk out of individual speakers rather than making a global announcement, or if it is required to listen to multiple microphones, a VM22A can be used.

  • Page 48: Video Input Connections

    Caution: Video terminations are OFF when power is removed. The video terminators on the ADPRO FastTx will disconnect when power to the unit is removed. If the video inputs are also connected to other equipment, the ADPRO FastTx should NOT be used to provide a 75-ohm termination point.

  • Page 49: Video Input Requirements

    Video Output The video output of the ADPRO FastTx is normally connected to a colour or monochrome monitor capable of receiving composite video signal to the required TV standard (PAL/CCIR or NTSC/RS170). The composite video output is designed to drive a 75ohm load.

  • Page 50: Configuration Switches

    CCTV is being used, to act as a deterrent. Configuration Switches Some of the ADPRO FastTx settings and functions are set by the configuration switches on the rear panel. Settings shown in bold are the factory default positions.

  • Page 51: Alarm Inputs

    Normally Closed - Dual End Of Line Resistor Alarm inputs to the ADPRO FastTx are presented on screw terminals on the rear of the unit and each circuit can be individually assigned as one of the above six types (i.e. a combination may be used, you do not have to program them all the same way).

  • Page 52: Driving The Alarm Inputs

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx 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

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

  • Page 54: Control Outputs

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Control Outputs ADPRO FastTx transmitters have 10 or 20 Control Outputs that can be controlled by a remote operator using ADPRO VideoCentral. The devices can be used to control operation of lights, gates / doors and control equipment.

  • Page 55: Ptz Connection

    PTZ Connection Telemetry stations are used for the control of cameras with Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) hardware. They are connected to the ADPRO FastTx and can be controlled by commands issued via the PTZ port connector. ADPRO FastTx supports a number of PTZ telemetry station models provided all of the PTZ units are the same model.

  • Page 56: Figure 48: Typical Rs485 Connection To Multiple Telemetry Stations

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis ADPRO FastTx Rx + Rx - (5) GND VIDEO OUT Address 1 Rx + CAM 1 Rx - VIDEO CAM 2 VIDEO OUT Address 2 CAM 20 Rx + Rx - VIDEO OUT...

  • Page 57: Ptz Port Setup

    • RS485 control links allow cable lengths of up to 1000 metres • Up to 20 (identical) telemetry stations can be connected to one ADPRO FastTx Use the following guidelines when connecting and setting up a telemetry station. • The same brand and model of telemetry station must be used at a site if multiple units are to be used.

  • Page 58: General Purpose Serial Ports

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis 3.10 General Purpose Serial Ports Two general purpose serial ports are provided on the unit to support RS232 communication to third party equipment, for example transaction devices such as ATM / EPOS machines. The connectivity is shown below.

  • Page 59: Data Connection

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 3.11 Data Connection A single 9 way D connector is provided on the unit for data connection, such as Transparent RS232. The transparent data capability provides the ability for the system to transfer data from a device connected to a serial port on the ADPRO VideoCentral PC to the data port on the ADPRO FastTx and vice versa.

  • Page 60: Export Evidence - Pin 1

    3.12.2 Access/Secure Input - Pin 3 ADPRO FastTx 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 ADPRO FastTx to be independently set into the Access state of operation.

  • Page 61: Fault Relay

    V AC, 50-60 Hz. There are no switches to change based upon your particular mains power voltage or frequency. When power is applied to the ADPRO FastTx the green LED located on the front panel of the unit will illuminate.
  • Page 62 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis If the red LED does not switch off and remain off, do the following: Unplug all of the connectors except the power and re-power the unit. If the red LED extinguishes, plug each connector back in and check that the red LED remains off.

  • Page 63: Programming Adpro Fasttx

    Set the unique Site ID and Password for the ADPRO FastTx and ensure that matching ones are entered in ADPRO VideoCentral (refer to “Site Details” on page 55). • Set the time zone on the ADPRO FastTx to the time zone of the site location (refer to “Date/ Time Settings” on page 56). •...

  • Page 64: Entering The Adpro Fasttx Setup Screen

    VideoCentral system not being able to regain access, resulting in the need for engineering attendance at the site to reprogram the system. Remote programming of ADPRO FastTx systems is carried out via a screen as shown below. To start the programming operation, click on the Installer Menu button behind the Site Actions...

  • Page 65: Figure 56: Adpro Fasttx User Settings

    Selecting the Save to FastTx button at any time will cause all settings currently within the software to be sent to the ADPRO FastTx system (a confirmation box will be presented to verify the required action). Before sending the new programming to the ADPRO FastTx, the software will perform a check to make sure all settings are valid and any anomalies will be advised.

  • Page 66: Saving A Configuration To File

    If the saved settings file is corrupted or unsupported, the Save to FastTx button is disabled to prevent that file being used by the ADPRO FastTx. If a valid settings file is selected the Save to FastTx button is re-enabled.

  • Page 67: Site Details

    ADPRO VideoCentral CMS system (and not to an Observer). Both the Observer and CMS password fields must be entered at the ADPRO FastTx so that both user types can connect to the site, while ensuring only a CMS user has alarm images sent to them.

  • Page 68: Date/Time Settings

    Daylight Savings Enable check box is used to start this feature and allow entry of the start and finish dates. ADPRO FastTx implements daylight saving start and finish at 2 am local time (02H00) and will advance or set back the time by 1 hour accordingly.

  • Page 69: Licensing

    Installation and User Manual Adjusting ADPRO FastTx Time via ADPRO VideoCentral If the time zone has been set correctly, as detailed above, but the time at the ADPRO FastTx is not accurate, the time may be changed via ADPRO VideoCentral.

  • Page 70: Transaction Device Licence

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Transaction Device Licence A Transaction Device can be connected to the ADPRO FastTx via one of the GP Serial ports. Up to sixteen transaction devices can be configured. Once the licence details are entered, you can then configure the transaction device function.

  • Page 71: Ethernet Properties

    Factory Default 192.168.1.1 The IP Address is used to identify the ADPRO FastTx device as a TCP/IP network node. Each ADPRO Transmitter monitored from the same installation of ADPRO VideoCentral requires a unique IP (Internet Protocol) address. The address is divided into four parts separated by a (.), each part with a decimal range value from 0 to 255.
  • Page 72 The subnet mask is used to filter (mask) the portion of the IP Address that is common to the local network and thus allow individual hosts to be accessed. If the subnet mask is changed for any reason, ADPRO FastTx will not begin to use the new subnet mask until the unit has been power cycled.

  • Page 73: Serial Communication Properties

    CD. Refer to Tech-Tip 11460_00–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 74: Figure 65: Serial Communication Port Settings Menu

    Refer to the device’s user manual to assist with setting the correct configuration. Use the Direct Connect option when the ADPRO FastTx is connected directly to a PC running the ADPRO VideoCentral software. In this case, no modem or TA is required and a special (‘null- modem’) cable is needed for correct operation.
  • Page 75 Factory Default: 60 seconds The Dial Time is the maximum time (in seconds) the ADPRO FastTx will wait before determining a connection cannot be established and terminating the attempt. Dial Time starts from the instant the dial procedure is initiated and can be set in 30-second increments. It is important that the chosen value takes into account the time required to dial the number and the number of Answer Rings programmed in the ADPRO VideoCentral PC at the receiving end.

  • Page 76: Figure 66: Advanced Serial Communications

    Factory Default: 192.168.254.1 Sets the Local IP Address assigned to ADPRO FastTx’s COMMS port. This address is used by the PPP messaging software and is NOT the same as the Ethernet Properties setting or of any other device on the network.
  • Page 77 When multiple ADPRO FastTx units are to be accessed from a single ADPRO VideoCentral system, each ADPRO FastTx unit MUST have a unique Local IP Address (ie. do not leave at the factory default address) for each serial and ethernet connection.

  • Page 78: Advanced Communication Properties

    <value> Range is 1 to 300 seconds Factory Default This setting defines the time that ADPRO FastTx will wait for a response from ADPRO VideoCentral on initial connection over Ethernet. If this time is exceeded without a response, ADPRO FastTx will retry the connection.

  • Page 79: Call List

    Factory Default 15020 If a Presidium is connected to the ADPRO FastTx, the Listener Port Number defines on which port the Presidium High Level Interface communicates with the ADPRO FastTx. This setting must be the same port as that selected in the Presidium Setup Utility, High Level Interface tab.

  • Page 80: Main Communications Link

    Addresses it will attempt to connect to. When the Main Communications Link is set to Ethernet or Serial Communications 1 (or 2) and an alarm is triggered, the ADPRO FastTx will use the details entered into the Call List Properties to connect to ADPRO VideoCentral.

  • Page 81: Backup Communications

    Ethernet Connection Options:0 - 100 Factory Default: Use the drop-down list to select how many times ADPRO FastTx will try to contact each number in the list before moving on to the next number. The maximum is 100 for Ethernet or 5 for serial communications.

  • Page 82: General Alarm Relay Settings

    Figure 70: Connected Equipment Menu General Alarm Relay Settings The ADPRO FastTx is equipped with a normally open Form C relay contact for use with external monitoring equipment, for example a fire or burglar alarm monitoring panel. The General Alarm Relay settings can be used to notify external equipment that the ADPRO FastTx has changed its operational state.

  • Page 83: Cameras

    This module can only be fitted at the factory or at your service centre. Notes on PTZ settings: • Only one PTZ telemetry type can be selected on a ADPRO FastTx system (i.e. it is not possible to select a combination of telemetry types for different cameras). •...

  • Page 84: Camera Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis 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 85 Use Activity Detection The ADPRO FastTx can be setup to respond to changes that occur within the field of view of a camera. This feature is used to trigger an alarm if activity is detected by a certain camera in an area not normally expected to have activity.

  • Page 86: Figure 73: Camera Settings - Ptz

    The PTZ Preset on Alarm feature allows the user to associate an alarm input, activity detection on another connected camera or an ATM/EPOS transaction, to a preset camera position, so that, in the event of an alarm, ADPRO FastTx will send the PTZ camera to a pre-programmed preset position automatically.

  • Page 87: Figure 74: Alarm Preset Warning

    10 - 600 seconds Default: 60 seconds The Auto Home Expiry Time is the time (in seconds) that the ADPRO FastTx will wait, after the last PTZ command, before sending the PTZ camera station to pre-position 1. Note: Any queued preset request occurring during the period the ADPRO FastTx is in setup mode will be cancelled.

  • Page 88: Figure 75: Camera Settings - Activity Detection Tab

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Activity Detection Tab Figure 75: Camera Settings - Activity Detection Tab Sensitivity Options: Very Low, Low, Medium, High, Very High Default: Medium Set the required sensitivity of the system. The Sensitivity setting defines a cross section of a target objects size and speed required to trigger an Activity event.

  • Page 89: Figure 76: Activity Detection Mask

    The settings will allow detection of unusually low contrast levels. The contrast monitoring in ADPRO FastTx monitors the contrast difference between the brightest part of the camera image and the darkest part of the camera image. If the contrast difference drops below the user defined threshold then an alarm can be generated.

  • Page 90: Monitor

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis 4.3.10 Monitor A local monitor can be connected to the ADPRO FastTx 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 91: Transparent Data Port

    RS232 data stream from the ADPRO FastTx unit to ADPRO VideoCentral, and vice-versa. This type of capability may be useful to support a camera station that is not listed in the supported list for ADPRO FastTx, or controlling some other industrial equipment at the remote site.

  • Page 92: Figure 79: Transparent Data Port Settings

    1200 bps, 2400 bps, 9600 bps, 19200 bps, 38400 bps, 57600 bps Default: 9600 bps When configuring the transparent data port, the Baud Rate setting determines the speed that data will be transferred between the ADPRO FastTx and the RS232 device. Parity Options: None, Odd, Even...

  • Page 93: Alarm Inputs

    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 ADPRO FastTx. The number of alarm inputs available will depend on the ADPRO FastTx Model number.
  • Page 94 DEOL, N/C DEOL Default: Normally Open The ADPRO FastTx can be programmed to trigger an alarm when the contacts associated with a channel change state. This may be when: • a normally closed contact changes its state to open, or •...

  • Page 95: Presidium Inputs

    When connecting a ADPRO FastTx to a Presidium, each ADPRO FastTx video input must be directly connected to a Presidium video output. Hence, if the Presidium has 20 channels, a 20 channel ADPRO FastTx is required to operate all 20 channels.

  • Page 96: Presidium Input Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis 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 97: Control Outputs

    Select the control output number from the displayed list. The number of control outputs available depends on the ADPRO FastTx Model number. The status of a control output is shown by a small icon to the left of the channel number.

  • Page 98: Control Output Settings

    Although ADPRO FastTx always passes audio at the maximum possible bandwidth, the overall audio quality will ultimately depend on the quality of the microphones and speakers connected to the ADPRO FastTx and the level of background noise in the environment. Tests should always be performed with the desired audio equipment to obtain an understanding of the audio performance.

  • Page 99: Audio General Properties

    Default: Microphone Select the type of audio input device connected to the ADPRO FastTx unit. Refer to Audio on page 31 for details of the hardware connector. Note that only one audio input type can be used, i.e. multiple audio inputs cannot be used simultaneously.

  • Page 100: Arming / Disarming

    Alternative Arm/Disarm Input This setting allows an unused alarm input to be configured as the access / secure (arm / disarm) input on the ADPRO FastTx. This provides a tamper detected access / secure input as required in the BS8418 regulations.

  • Page 101: Indicate The Armed State Of The Unit

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 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 102: Operational Behaviour

    Note: An active detector will NOT prevent the ADPRO FastTx from being armed. Note: The time interval that the control output is active for includes the detector(s) hold times, and as such represents the system software transitions rather than the actual underlying time the sensor is in the active state.

  • Page 103: Figure 89: Changing Modes Via An Input

    Open input and Mode 3 to a Closed input. When the Mode Select Input pin changes state, so does the operational mode of the ADPRO FastTx between Mode 2 and Mode 3. For example, an alarm panel that latches an output contact state when setting and unsetting the system may provide the contact change.

  • Page 104: Figure 90: Changing Modes Via Calendar

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Figure 90: 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 105: Camera Behaviour

    Event Triggers: Defines what will trigger this camera channel for the purpose of triggering an alarm call to the CMS. Event Response: Defines what actions the ADPRO FastTx system will take if an alarm is triggered on this camera channel during the currently selected Mode.

  • Page 106: Figure 93: Event Input Settings

    (i.e. any one of the events defined in the list below will cause an Event reaction within ADPRO FastTx) or when ALL inputs are triggered (i.e. when all inputs are triggered simultaneously). When the ALL option is selected, the Hold Time for the various inputs as previously defined (in Connected Equipment / Alarm Inputs) will also be used.

  • Page 107: Figure 94: Event Input Settings - Programming Error

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual PTZ Preset Settings Options: 1 - 99 Default: If the camera is a PTZ camera, then Presets on Alarm can be used. For each event input, a camera preset can be configured. The event input can be Alarm Input, Activity Detection or Transaction Device, but it is not possible to assign presets on a PTZ camera for activity detection occurring on the same camera.

  • Page 108: Event Response

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Figure 96: Event Input Settings • The Type and Source selections are greyed out, enabling the operator to only change the PTZ Preset Settings. • Enter the appropriate settings and click OK.
  • Page 109 Yes, No Factory Default: When checked, ADPRO FastTx will dial-out, sending an alert to the CMS, in the event of lost video on this camera channel due to camera disconnection or output failure. Note that this operation is looking for presence of video by the Sync Pulse - this is not a Contrast (or 'Black- bag') alarm.

  • Page 110: Multi-Screen Live Behaviour

    This feature allows the user to view multiple channels in Live Mode simultaneously, in preset configurations. The ADPRO FastTx will only allow one connected user to use Multi-Screen functionality at any one time. All other users (connected currently or in the future) will not be able to access Multi-Screen as long as the functionality is reserved by another user, unless their privilege level is higher than that of the connected user.

  • Page 111: Figure 99: Guard Tour Camera List

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 99: Guard Tour Camera List Check the cameras needed in the Guard Tour and also enter a Dwell Time. Selectable Multi-Screen Settings Figure 100: Selectable Multi-Screen Settings The user can create and configure different Multi-Screen profiles according to their preferences.
  • Page 112 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Adding a New Profile • Click the New Profile button. • A new entry ‘New Profile’ will be added to the General Profiles listbox. If a profile with this name already exists, the name will be ‘New Profile <number>’.

  • Page 113: Figure 102: Selectable Multi-Screen Settings

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 102: Selectable Multi-Screen Settings As a result of this: • The selected camera will be removed from the Cameras listbox • The selected camera will be added to the Profile Layout.

  • Page 114: Entry/Exit Behaviour

    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 ADPRO FastTx. General rules for configuring alarm sources on Entry/Exit Paths when using ADPRO FastTx: •...

  • Page 115: Figure 104: Entry Path And Delay Settings

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Figure 104: Entry Path and Delay Settings Entry Path Zone(s) create a controlled route to a location where the Fast Trace can be disarmed. To create an Entry Path, a list of Entry Path Zones must be specified. Up to ten zones can be designated on the entry path.

  • Page 116: Figure 105: Exit Path And Delay Settings

    Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Exit Path and Delay Figure 105: Exit Path and Delay Settings When arming a site (i.e. set into the Secure Mode), alarms, and their associated images originating from the Exit Path Zones are ignored until the end of the Exit Path Delay period, allowing the user to exit the site.

  • Page 117: Maintenance

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual 4.3.23 Maintenance Figure 106: Maintenance Menu The maintenance options available on ADPRO FastTx are: • Temperature Monitor • Zone Isolate Reminder • SitePulse Temperature Monitor Figure 107: Temperature Management Doc 11949_06...

  • Page 118: Zone Isolate

    ADPRO FastTx. However, only CMS operators can modify Zone Isolate status. Observers are locked out from any Zone Isolate capability. The isolation status of a zone will persist after a reboot of the ADPRO FastTx, allowing the installer to rectify any detector problem before the detector is unisolated.

  • Page 119: Sitepulse

    SitePulse provides a mechanism where, at regular programmable intervals, a poll message is sent from ADPRO FastTx to ADPRO VideoCentral. If ADPRO VideoCentral does not receive a poll message from a configured site within a specified time period, this is highlighted to the ADPRO VideoCentral operator.
  • Page 120 ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Note: On a busy ADPRO FastTx unit that is dialing out regularly, it is possible for the ADPRO FastTx event queue to grow past the maximum size of six events, and for events such as SitePulse to be discarded. ADPRO VideoCentral does not raise a SitePulse timeout event if it is receiving events as the ADPRO FastTx unit is operating correctly.

  • Page 121: Event Log

    A Transmitter Log event is generated as soon as the log has been received in full from the ADPRO FastTx. This transmitter log is downloaded as an active event, so it is necessary to acknowledge the site before disconnecting. The contents of the log are automatically sent to the ADPRO VideoCentral site database for later review.

  • Page 122: Severity And Visibility Levels

    These details are displayed in the language that ADPRO VideoCentral was configured to use at the time they were downloaded. Severity and Visibility Levels The following table details the Severity assigned to the ADPRO FastTx event logs. Table 12: Assigned Severity of ADPRO FastTx Event Logs Severity...
  • Page 123 ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Severity Functional Area Title Informative Application system System is running Informative ATM transaction Informative ATM transaction started Informative ATM transaction finished Informative Database Data files repaired Informative Database Disk added Informative Dial out...

  • Page 124: Table 13: Assigned Visibility Of Adpro Fasttx Event Logs

    Database Software error Fatal Application System System is shutting down The following table details the Visibility assigned to the ADPRO FastTx event logs Table 13: Assigned Visibility of ADPRO FastTx Event Logs Log Title Visibility Comments System shutdown requested by user...
  • Page 125 Incoming connection from remote User An attempt is made by a remote host to establish socket host connections with ADPRO FastTx. The remote IP address is recorded in the Description field. Incoming modem connection User ADPRO FastTx received an incoming call on the modem.
  • Page 126 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Log Title Visibility Comments Multi-screen released User Settings changed by the user User Settings change failed User File updated by user User Data files repaired User Alarm input active User Alarm input clear...
  • Page 127 ADPRO ® FastTx Installation & User Manual Log Title Visibility Comments Alert acknowledged Maintainer Alert discarded Maintainer Entry delay started User Entry delay finished User Exit delay started User Exit delay finished User No video alert generated Maintainer A No-Video alert was generated. Vmd alert generated Maintainer A VMD alert was generated.
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  • Page 129: Testing The Adpro Fasttx System

    • When testing the ADPRO FastTx make sure that you walk test all of the sensors and as you trip each one make sure that the ADPRO FastTx dials the monitoring station. At the monitoring station make sure that the operator can see who tripped the alarm and that the alarm picture that is brought up is from the correct camera.
  • Page 130 • If the Access/Secure or Mode Select Input is being used, ensure that it is wired correctly and that the ADPRO FastTx changes state as expected. • If backup communications are used, ensure that if the primary communications channel is not available, that the backup channel works as expected.

  • Page 131: Upgrading The Adpro Fasttx Software

    The process to upgrade the ADPRO FastTx software is as follows: From ADPRO VideoCentral or the ADPRO FastTx Viewer, connect to the ADPRO FastTx to be upgraded. The CMS password must be used to gain access to the upgrade capability, so ensure that in the Site List the CMS password is entered.

  • Page 132: Figure 116: Site Actions Icon

    10 minutes on a modem connection, the 'flying papers' will disappear, the ADPRO FastTx will disconnect and then reboot. Please wait a few minutes for the new software to restart the ADPRO FastTx system and then reconnect to the unit.

  • Page 133: Specifications

    8 Specifications ADPRO FastTx An ADPRO FastTx system consists of one or more Multi-Site Video Security Systems at remote sites and a PC running the ADPRO VideoCentral software at a monitoring site. Connection is via a TCP/IP based Ethernet network, dial-up, leased telephone lines or ISDN.
  • Page 134 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Function Description Control outputs Model AFTX-10: 10 open collector outputs. Model AFTX-20: 20 open collector outputs. Screw terminal connectors. 12 Vdc (maximum), 100mA (maximum) ‘On state’ output voltage less than 1.1 V @ 100 mA.
  • Page 135 ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual Function Description Audio Connector Direct connection via 9-pin screw connector. Microphone: Differential impedance >3 k ohm Single-ended impedance >6 k ohm Nominal signal level is 100 uV to 10 mV rms. Speaker: 1 Watt (max) into 8 ohm load.
  • Page 136 Installation and User Manual ADPRO FastTx 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 137: Adpro Videocentral Lite Minimum Requirements

    ADPRO FastTx by Xtralis Installation and User Manual ADPRO VideoCentral Lite Minimum Requirements Function Description Minimum Version 10.00 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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