Videoswitch VS - 12 User Manual

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This manual covers the following products:
VS - 12
VS - 14
VS - 16
VS - 28
VS - 12A
VS - 14A
VS - 16A
VS - 28A
This manual relates to switchers fitted with software revision R1.0.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. However, Video
Switch Ltd assumes no liability for losses incurred as a result of out of date information, errors or
omissions. As part of a policy of continual product improvement, Video Switch Ltd reserves the right
to make changes to product specifications and documentation without notice.
No reproduction of this document or any portion of it is permitted without the specific written
permission of Video Switch Ltd.
© Video Switch Ltd 1996
Video Switch Ltd
Units 15-16 Redfields Industrial Park
Church Crookham
Hants GU52 ORD
Video Switch
VS Series 2

User Manual

2-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher
4-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher
6-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher
8-Camera, 2 Monitor Switcher
2-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher, 2 Alarm Inputs
4-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher, 4 Alarm Inputs
6-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher, 6 Alarm Inputs
8-Camera, 2 Monitor Switcher, 8 Alarm Inputs
Tel: 01252-851510
Fax: 01252-851296
VST605C.DOC

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    VS Series 2 User Manual This manual covers the following products: VS - 12 2-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher VS - 14 4-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher VS - 16 6-Camera, 1 Monitor Switcher VS - 28 8-Camera, 2 Monitor Switcher VS - 12A...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents OVERVIEW ....................... 2 GETTING STARTED....................3 MANUAL SWITCHING ....................4 Selecting Manual Mode......................... 4 Selecting Camera..........................4 AUTO SWITCHING....................5 Auto Sequencing (Monitor A) ........................ 5 Set Dwell Time (Monitor A) ........................5 Auto Sequencing (Monitor B) ........................ 5 Set Dwell Time (Monitor B) ........................
  • Page 4: Overview

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 2 1. Overview The VS Series 2 compact desktop switchers are suitable for colour and monochrome CCTV installations, and cater for two to eight cameras and one or two monitors. Individual camera select keys are provided for the second monitor rather than just a spot key, providing increased speed and convenience of camera selection.
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 3 Getting Started Connect the switcher up as shown: This diagram show the VS-28A. For other switchers, fewer camera inputs and monitor outputs are available. Identify the 8 switches on the switcher which are visible through the cut-out in the base of the unit near the front edge.
  • Page 6: Manual Switching

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 4 Manual Switching 3.1 Selecting Manual Mode Select manual mode for Monitor A by pressing the “AUTO A” switch to turn off its LED, or any one of the Monitor A camera select keys (lower row). The VS-28 and VS-28A switchers cater for a second monitor.
  • Page 7: Auto Switching

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 5 Auto Switching 4.1 Auto Sequencing (Monitor A) To auto sequence press the “AUTO A” key. The unit will step from one camera to the next with the previously programmed dwell time. Only the number of cameras that have been enabled (see section 7.1) will be selected in the sequence.
  • Page 8: Alarm Handling

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 6 Alarm Handling On the VS-12A, VS-14A, VS-16A and VS-28A, an alarm input is provided for each camera. These are for connection to normally open contacts, typically provided by PIR or other types of detector. When a contact closes, an alarm condition is triggered on that channel.
  • Page 9: Unlatched Alarm Mode

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 7 hold time of zero will be stored. Further beeps each represent 10 seconds of relay hold time. For example, if the keys are held for a total of seven beeps, this will result in a hold time of sixty seconds (1 minute).
  • Page 10: Alarm Connector Pin-Out

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 8 Alarm Connector Pin-out The VS-12A, VS-14A and VS-28A have alarm inputs and outputs to which connection is made via the 25-way D-type connector on the rear of the unit. The pin numbers are detailed below (note that the VS-12, VS-16 and VS-28 are fitted with only a dummy connector).
  • Page 11: Setup Options

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 9 Setup Options The switcher is provided with an 8-way DIL switch (referenced as S21) for setting various user options. It is accessible via a cut-out in the base of the unit near the front.
  • Page 12: Random Sequencing

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 10 Press the Monitor B cameras keys (1-8) as required to turn on and off the cameras LEDS. Turn on all the LEDs corresponding to cameras that you wish to be sequenced. Release all keys. Two audible bleeps indicate that the setting has been stored (4 bleeps indicate an error.
  • Page 13: Camera Termination

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 11 have been made, it is advisable to set the lockout switch to ON to avoid accidental alteration of any of the settings. S21-8 SET Key Lockout SET key not locked out SET key can only be used to clear alarms 7.6 Camera Termination An 8-way DIL switch (referenced as S1) is provided within the switcher (near the...
  • Page 14: Specifications

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 12 Specifications 8.1 Auto Dwell Times 1 second to 255 seconds (4 minutes approx) 8.2 Alarm Hold Time 1 second to 255 seconds (4 minutes approx) 8.3 Alarm Cycle Time 1 second to 255 seconds (4 minutes approx) 8.4 Alarm Relay Hold Time 0 seconds to 2550 seconds (40 minutes approx) 8.5 DC Restoration...
  • Page 15: Environmental

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 13 8.12 Environmental Operating Temperature 0 to +40°C Storage Temperature -20 to +70°C Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing Video Switch VST605C.DOC...
  • Page 16: Safety Warning

    VS Series 2 User Manual Page 14 Safety Warning Before connecting the mains supply to the unit, check that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage indicated on the power rating label on the unit. To avoid the risk of electric shock, the mains supply must be disconnected from the unit before the cover is removed.

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