2.1Parts List ................................................................................................................................................ 9
7.23.1Integration Server ................................................................................................................................. 22
13.2Monitor Title/System Status Display .................................................................................................... 46
13.2.1System Status Display .......................................................................................................................... 46
13.2.2Locations 1, 2, and 3 - Alarm Indication ...............................................................................................46
13.2.3Location 4 - Monitor Arm Status Indication .......................................................................................... 46
13.2.4Location 5 - Camera Arm Status Indication ..........................................................................................46
13.2.8Location 9 - Sequence Type Indication .................................................................................................47
13.2.9Locations 10 and 11 - Sequence Number ............................................................................................. 47
13.2.10Location 12 - Sequence Status Indication ............................................................................................ 48
13.3Monitor Title ......................................................................................................................................... 48
13.7Camera Title ......................................................................................................................................... 49
13.8Video Loss Detection............................................................................................................................ 49
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14.1User Selectable DIP Switch Settings for Main CPU Bay....................................................................... 50
14.1.1Upper CPU DIP Switch S1 .................................................................................................................... 50
14.1.2Middle CPU DIP Switch S2 ................................................................................................................... 51
14.1.3Lower CPU DIP Switch S3 ....................................................................................................................53
14.2User Selectable DIP Switch Settings for LTC 8816/00 Data Receiver Modules used in
LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bays ............................................................................................ 54
14.2.1Upper Data Receiver DIP Switch S1 ..................................................................................................... 54
14.2.2Middle Data Receiver DIP Switch S2 .................................................................................................... 55
14.2.3Lower Data Receiver DIP Switch S3 ..................................................................................................... 55
15User Information .................................................................................................................................. 56
16Alarm Information ................................................................................................................................ 58
17.4Controlling Camera Movement............................................................................................................. 63
17.4.1Focus and Iris Lens Control .................................................................................................................. 63
17.4.2Lock or Unlock Control of a Camera .................................................................................................... 63
17.4.3Lock or Unlock Control of a Monitor .................................................................................................... 64
17.4.4Recording a Camera Pre-position Scene .............................................................................................. 64
17.4.5Recalling a Camera Pre-position Scene ................................................................................................ 64
17.4.6Activate/Deactivate Auxiliary Function ................................................................................................. 64
17.5.2Arm/Disarm All Alarms .......................................................................................................................... 66
17.6.1Load/Clear a Sequence ........................................................................................................................ 66
17.6.2Run a Sequence .................................................................................................................................... 67
17.6.3Stop a Running Sequence .................................................................................................................... 67
17.6.4Controlling Sequence Direction ........................................................................................................... 67
17.7.1Programming a Simple Camera Sequence ........................................................................................... 68
17.7.2Programming a SalvoSwitching Camera Sequence .............................................................................. 70
18Keyboard User Functions .................................................................................................................... 71
18.1General Information ............................................................................................................................. 71
22.6CPU Software Version Numbers......................................................................................................... 104
23GLOSSARY OF TERMS .......................................................................................................................105
Appendix A Satellite Systems ............................................................................................................................. 107
Appendix B Installation Checklists .................................................................................................................... 114
Appendix C Quick Reference Cable Interconnections ...................................................................................... 115
Appendix D Main Bay Rear Panel Connector Pin-outs ...................................................................................... 117
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Important Safety Instructions
Read, follow, and retain for future reference all of the following safety instructions. Heed all
warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions before operating the unit.
1.Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Follow any instructions
provided with the unit. Generally, using a dry cloth for cleaning is sufficient, but a moist
fluff-free cloth or leather shammy may also be used. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners.
2.Heat Sources - Do not install the unit near any heat sources such as radiators, heaters,
stoves, or other equipment (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
3.Ventilation - Any openings in the unit enclosure are provided for ventilation to prevent
overheating and ensure reliable operation. Do not block or cover these openings. Do not
place the unit in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided, or the manufacturer's
instructions have been adhered to.
4.Water - Do not use this unit near water, for example near a bathtub, washbowl, sink,
laundry basket, in a damp or wet basement, near a swimming pool, in an outdoor
installation, or in any area classified as a wet location. To reduce the risk of fire or
electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
5.Object and liquid entry - Never push objects of any kind into this unit through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire
or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit. Do not place objects filled
with liquids, such as vases or cups, on the unit.
6.Lightning - For added protection during a lightning storm, or when leaving this unit
unattended and unused for long periods, unplug the unit from the wall outlet and
disconnect the cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit from lightning and
power line surges.
7.Controls adjustment - Adjust only those controls specified in the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may cause damage to the unit. Use of controls or
adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified, may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
8.Overloading - Do not overload outlets and extension cords. This can cause fire or
electrical shock.
9.Power cord and plug protection - Protect the plug and power cord from foot traffic,
being pinched by items placed upon or against them at electrical outlets, and its exit
from the unit. For units intended to operate with 230 VAC, 50 Hz, the input and output
power cord must comply with the latest versions of IEC Publication 227 or IEC Publication
245.
10. Power disconnect - Units with or without ON/OFF switches have power supplied to the
unit whenever the power cord is inserted into the power source; however, the unit is
operational only when the ON/OFF switch is in the ON position. The power cord is the
main power disconnect device for switching off the voltage for all units.
11. Power sources - Operate the unit only from the type of power source indicated on the
label. Before proceeding, be sure to disconnect the power from the cable to be installed
into the unit.
–For battery powered units, refer to the operating instructions.
–For external power supplied units, use only the recommended or approved power
supplies.
–For limited power source units, this power source must comply with EN60950.
Substitutions may damage the unit or cause fire or shock.
–For 24 VAC units, voltage applied to the unit's power input should not exceed ±10%,
or 28 VAC. User-supplied wiring must comply with local electrical codes (Class 2
power levels). Do not ground the supply at the terminals or at the unit's power
supply terminals.
–If unsure of the type of power supply to use, contact your dealer or local power
company.
12. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
13. Damage requiring service - Unplug the unit from the main AC power source and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel when any damage to the equipment has
occurred, such as:
–the power supply cord or plug is damaged;
–exposure to moisture, water, and/or inclement weather (rain, snow, etc.);
–liquid has been spilled in or on the equipment;
–an object has fallen into the unit;
–unit has been dropped or the unit cabinet is damaged;
–unit exhibits a distinct change in performance;
–unit does not operate normally when the user correctly follows the operating
instructions.
14. Replacement parts - Be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer, or that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may cause fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.
15. Safety check - Safety checks should be performed upon completion of service or repairs
to the unit to ensure proper operating condition.
16. Installation - Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and in
accordance with applicable local codes.
17. Attachments, changes or modifications - Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer. Any change or modification of the equipment, not expressly approved
by Bosch, could void the warranty or, in the case of an authorization agreement, authority
to operate the equipment.
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Safety Precautions
DANGER! High risk:
This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation such as “Dangerous Voltage”
inside the product. If not avoided, this will result in an electrical shock, serious bodily
injury, or death.
WARNING! Medium risk:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, this could result in serious bodily
injury or death.
CAUTION! Medium risk:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, this may result in minor or
moderate injury. Alerts the user to important instructions accompanying the unit.
CAUTION! Low risk: (without safety alert symbol)
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, this may result in property
damage or risk of damage to the unit.
NOTICE!
This symbol indicates information or a company policy that relates directly or indirectly to
the safety of personnel or protection of property.
Important Notices
Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, or mount. The unit
may fall, causing serious injury and/or serious damage to the unit. Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. When a cart is used, use
caution and care when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Quick stops, excessive force, or uneven surfaces may cause the cart/unit combination to
overturn. Mount the unit per the manufacturer's instructions.
All-pole power switch - Incorporate an all-pole power switch, with a contact separation of at
least 3 mm in each pole, into the electrical installation of the building.
If it is needed to open the housing for servicing and/or other activities, use this all-pole switch
as the main disconnect device for switching off the voltage to the unit.
Camera grounding - For mounting the camera in potentially damp environments, ensure to
ground the system using the ground connection of the power supply connector (see section:
Connecting external power supply).
Camera lens - An assembled camera lens in the outdoor housing must comply and be tested
in accordance with UL/IEC60950. Any output or signal lines from the camera must be SELV or
Limited Power Source. For safety reasons the environmental specification of the camera lens
assembly must be within the environmental specification of -10 °C (14 °F) to 50 °C (122 °F).
Camera signal - Protect the cable with a primary protector if the camera signal is beyond 140
feet, in accordance with NEC800 (CEC Section 60).
Coax grounding:
–Ground the cable system if connecting an outside cable system to the unit.
–Connect outdoor equipment to the unit's inputs only after this unit has had its grounding
plug connected to a grounded outlet or its ground terminal is properly connected to a
ground source.
–Disconnect the unit's input connectors from outdoor equipment before disconnecting
the grounding plug or grounding terminal.
–Follow proper safety precautions such as grounding for any outdoor device connected to
this unit.
U.S.A. models only - Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70, provides
information regarding proper grounding of the mount and supporting structure, grounding of
the coax to a discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
NOTICE!
This device is intended for use in public areas only.
U.S. federal law strictly prohibits surreptitious recording of oral communications.
Your Bosch product was developed and manufactured with high-quality material and
components that can be recycled and reused. This symbol means that electronic and
electrical appliances, which have reached the end of their working life, must be collected and
disposed of separately from household waste material. Separate collecting systems are
usually in place for disused electronic and electrical products. Please dispose of these units at
an environmentally compatible recycling facility, per European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Environmental statement - Bosch has a strong commitment towards the environment. This
unit has been designed to respect the environment as much as possible.
Electrostatic-sensitive device - Use proper CMOS/MOS-FET handling precautions to avoid
electrostatic discharge.
NOTE: Wear required grounded wrist straps and observe proper ESD safety precautions when
handling the electrostatic-sensitive printed circuit boards.
Fuse rating - For security protection of the device, the branch circuit protection must be
secured with a maximum fuse rating of 16A. This must be in accordance with NEC800 (CEC Section 60).
Grounding and polarization - This unit may be equipped with a polarized alternating current
line plug (a plug with one blade wider than the other blade). This safety feature allows the
plug to fit into the power outlet in only one way. If unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, contact a locally certified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
Alternately, this unit may be equipped with a 3-pole grounding plug (a plug with a third pin for
earth grounding). This safety feature allows the plug to fit into a grounded power outlet only.
If unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a locally certified electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
Moving - Disconnect the power before moving the unit. Move the unit with care. Excessive
force or shock may damage the unit and the hard disk drives.
Outdoor signals - The installation for outdoor signals, especially regarding clearance from
power and lightning conductors and transient protection, must be in accordance with NEC725
and NEC800 (CEC Rule 16-224 and CEC Section 60).
Permanently connected equipment - Incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in
the building installation wiring.
Pluggable equipment - Install the socket outlet near the equipment so it is easily accessible.
PoE - Never supply power via the Ethernet connection (PoE) when power is already supplied
via the power connector.
Power disconnect - Units have power supplied whenever the power cord is inserted into the
power source. The power cord is the main power disconnect for all units.
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Power lines - Do not locate the camera near overhead power lines, power circuits, or
electrical lights, nor where it may contact such power lines, circuits, or lights.
SELV
All the input/output ports are Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) circuits. SELV circuits should
only be connected to other SELV circuits.
Because the ISDN circuits are treated like telephone-network voltage, avoid connecting the
SELV circuit to the Telephone Network Voltage (TNV) circuits.
Video loss - Video loss is inherent to digital video recording; therefore, Bosch Security
Systems cannot be held liable for any damage that results from missing video information. To
minimize the risk of lost digital information, Bosch Security Systems recommends multiple,
redundant recording systems, and a procedure to back up all analog and digital information.
NOTICE!
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
FCC & ICES INFORMATION
(U.S.A. and Canadian Models Only, CLASS A)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
–this device may not cause harmful interference, and
–this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Note
This 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 and ICES-003 of Industry Canada. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
radiates radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his expense.
Intentional or unintentional modifications, not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance, shall not be made. Any such modifications could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment. If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for corrective action.
The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications
Commission, helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems. This
booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock
No. 004-000-00345-4.
INFORMATIONS FCC ET ICES (commercial applications)
(modèles utilisés aux États-Unis et au Canada uniquement, CLASSE A)
Ce produit est conforme aux normes FCC partie 15. la mise en service est soumises aux deux
conditions suivantes:
–cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d'interférence nuisible et
–cet appareil doit pouvoir tolérer toutes les interférences auxquelles il est soumit, y
compris les interférences qui pourraient influer sur son bon fonctionnement.
AVERTISSEMENT: Suite à différents tests, cet appareil s’est révélé conforme aux exigences
imposées aux appareils numériques de Classe A en vertu de la section 15 du règlement de la
Commission fédérale des communications des États-Unis (FCC). Ces contraintes sont
destinées à fournir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles quand
l'appareil est utilisé dans une installation commerciale. Cette appareil génère, utilise et émet
de l'energie de fréquence radio, et peut, en cas d'installation ou d'utilisation non conforme
aux instructions, générer des interférences nuisibles aux communications radio. L’utilisation
de ce produit dans une zone résidentielle peut provoquer des interférences nuisibles. Le cas
échéant, l’utilisateur devra remédier à ces interférences à ses propres frais.
Au besoin, l’utilisateur consultera son revendeur ou un technicien qualifié en radio/télévision,
qui procédera à une opération corrective. La brochure suivante, publiée par la Commission
fédérale des communications (FCC), peut s’avérer utile : « How to Identify and Resolve RadioTV Interference Problems » (Comment identifier et résoudre les problèmes d’interférences de
radio et de télévision). Cette brochure est disponible auprès du U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, DC 20402, États-Unis, sous la référence n° 004-000-00345-4.
AVERTISSEMENT: Ce produit est un appareil de Classe A. Son utilisation dans une zone
résidentielle risque de provoquer des interférences. Le cas échéant, l’utilisateur devra
prendre les mesures nécessaires pour y remédier.
Disclaimer
Underwriter Laboratories Inc. (“UL”) has not tested the performance or reliability of the
security or signaling aspects of this product. UL has only tested fire, shock and/or casualty
hazards as outlined in UL's Standard(s) for Safety for Closed Circuit Television Equipment, UL
2044. UL Certification does not cover the performance or reliability of the security or signaling
aspects of this product.
UL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, OR CERTIFICATIONS WHATSOEVER
REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OR RELIABILITY OF ANY SECURITY OR SIGNALING RELATED
FUNCTIONS OF THIS PRODUCT.
Disclaimer
Underwriter Laboratories Inc. (“UL”) has not tested the performance or reliability of the
security or signaling aspects of this product. UL has only tested fire, shock and/or casualty
hazards as outlined in UL's Standard(s) for Safety for Information Technology Equipment, UL 60950-1. UL Certification does not cover the performance or reliability of the security or
signaling aspects of this product.
UL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, OR CERTIFICATIONS WHATSOEVER
REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OR RELIABILITY OF ANY SECURITY OR SIGNALINGRELATED FUNCTIONS OF THIS PRODUCT.
Copyright
This user guide is the intellectual property of Bosch Security Systems, Inc. and is protected by
copyright.
All rights reserved.
Trademarks
All hardware and software product names used in this document are likely to be registered
trademarks and must be treated accordingly.
NOTICE!
This user guide has been compiled with great care and the information it contains has been
thoroughly verified. The text was complete and correct at the time of printing. The ongoing
development of the products may mean that the content of the user guide can change without
notice. Bosch Security Systems accepts no liability for damage resulting directly or indirectly
from faults, incompleteness or discrepancies between the user guide and the product
described.
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Customer Support and Service
If this unit needs service, contact the nearest Bosch Security Systems Service Center for
authorization to return and shipping instructions.
For additional information and warranty queries, please contact your Bosch Security Systems
representative or visit our website at www.boschsecurity.com.
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2Unpacking
This equipment should be unpacked and handled with care. If an item appears to
have been damaged in shipment, notify the shipper. Verify that all parts shown in
the Parts List have been included. If any items are missing, notify your Bosch Security Systems Sales or Customer Service Representative.
The original packing carton is the safest container in which to transport the unit.
Save it for possible future use.
2.1Parts List
The following table lists the components:
QtyItem
1LTC 8601 Series or LTC 8801 Series Main CPU card cage
1LTC 8610/01 CPU module or LTC 8810/01 CPU module
1LTC 8805 Series Power Supply
1AC power cord (either for 120 VAC or 220 - 240 VAC)
1Fuse kit
1This installation manual
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3Service
If the unit needs repair, contact the nearest Bosch Security Systems Service Center
for authorization to return and shipping instructions.
These Allegiant video switcher/control systems combine both switching and computer technology to provide powerful performance and unique system features for
the security user. Offering full matrix switching capability, these systems can be
programmed to display the video from any camera on any monitor, either manually
or via independent automatic switching sequences.
The LTC 8600 Series Allegiant system can handle up to 128 cameras and 16 monitors in a full crosspoint configuration. It can also accommodate 512 alarm points,
up to 16 keyboards, a computer system console port, and a logging printer port.
The LTC 8800 Series Allegiant system can handle up to 256 cameras and 64 monitors in a full crosspoint configuration. It can also accommodate 1024 alarm points,
up to 32 keyboards, a computer system console port, and a logging printer port.
These systems can be programmed with up to 60 sequences that can be run independently of each other, in either a forward or reverse direction. Any of the
sequences can utilize the SalvoSwitching capability where any number of system
monitors may be selected to switch as a synchronized group. Using the optional LTC
8059/00 Master Control Software (MCS) package or the LTC 8850/00 Bosch Graphical User Interface (GUI), sequences can be made to activate and deactivate automatically, based upon the time of day and the day of week.
The series supports variable speed control and full programming functions of AutoDome
provide operators with control of pan, tilt, zoom, multiple pre-positions, four (4)
auxiliaries, autopan, and random scan using conventional camera/lens/housings.
With the addition of an external LTC 8540/00 Alarm Interface unit, an external contact closure or logic level can be used to automatically display any camera. Any monitor or group of monitors can be set to display cameras under alarm conditions. The
base system contains three (3) built-in alarm response modes: basic, auto-build,
and sequence and display. In addition to these three (3) modes, the PC based software packages offer the ability to combine any or all three (3) standard modes.
Alarm video may be selected to reset either manually or automatically. In addition, a
16-character alarm title can be selected to appear instead of the camera title during
alarm conditions.
System operation and programming is accomplished using a full-function, ergonomically designed keyboard. Multiple keyboards may be used in the system. Built-in
operator priority levels and the ability to restrict certain operators from controlling
designated functions provide maximum flexibility.
These systems include a 48-character on-screen display for time-date, camera number, camera ID (16 characters), and monitor (12 characters) or status information. A
user selectable option provides the ability to display a 3rd line of on-screen text.
This 3rd line can be configured to display up to 24 additional camera title characters (40 characters total) or a 12-character monitor title.
The on-screen display is also user selectable to operate in “6-digit Camera ID”
mode. When enabled, 2-digit “site numbers” are displayed in addition to the 4-digit
camera number. The 2-digit site number feature is especially useful when groups of
cameras are located in separate buildings, floors, or other common areas.
When programming camera ID and monitor titles, over 1000 different characters
are available.
Enhanced programming and switching features can be obtained by utilizing a standard Windows
8850/00 GUI Software. A user friendly spreadsheet format provides the ability to
enter camera titles, enter operator names, schedule up to 64 timed events, change
®
Series dome cameras. In addition, support for on-site receiver/driver units
®
equipped PC and the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or the LTC
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system parameters, program camera sequences, install lockouts, and access the
advanced alarm handling screens with speed and efficiency. The programmed information may then be transferred into the Allegiant system, stored on disk, or printed
from a PC.
The LTC 8850/00 Bosch GUI Software is designed around an intuitive graphic-based
interface. This software provides high performance programming, control, and monitoring of all system functions by using on-screen icons to reflect real time status of
the devices controlled by the system.
The LTC 8850/00 GUI Software also provides the ability to monitor system status
events. System alarms, switching functions, sequence events, and keyboard
actions, and video loss information can be viewed in real time on the PC screen and,
if desired, logged to the PC hard drive. The LTC 8850/00 GUI Software can also be
used to enable a special on-screen icon for identifying controllable cameras.
The CPU inside these matrix switchers supports powerful macro capabilities. The
macros can be activated using system keyboards, system time event functions,
alarm activations, and via special function icons in the LTC 8850/00 GUI Software.
These systems can serve as the master switcher in a SatelliteSwitch configuration.
This innovative feature enables a single master Allegiant system to communicate
with remotely located “Satellite” systems. Any Allegiant system model can serve as a
remote Satellite switcher. This powerful feature permits the design of a distributed
matrix video switching system with control at one central location and individual
control at the local sites. The main control site can view/control local cameras plus
cameras located at any of the remotely distributed Satellite sites. The Satellite sites
can view/control only cameras associated with their own site.
These Allegiant Series systems are available in two (2) operating configurations: a
base system and the base system with an optional PC based software package. The
base system includes features required for most switching/controller systems.
The addition of the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS or optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package enables the user to customize the system's configuration using a
menu driven program run on any personal computer using Microsoft
Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
The following TABLE lists available features.
Feature
1. Full camera switching/control on all monitors Y Y
2. Multiple keyboards (up to 16 with LTC 8600; 32 with
LTC 8800)
3. Multiple alarm inputs (up to 512 with LTC 8600; 1024 with LTC
8800)
4. Three (3) user-selectable pre-defined alarm response modes Y Y
5. Full control of on-site receiver/drivers Y Y
6. SalvoSwitching featureY Y
7. 60 Programmable sequences Y Y
8. Alarm call-up of pre-position scenes Y Y
9. RS-232 Interface ports for computer, logging printer, etc.Y Y
10. Keyboard log-on/log-off function Y Y
11. User-selectable password security Y Y
12. 16-Character camera titles and 12-character monitor titles Y Y
13.User-selected 40 character camera titles using third line of onscreen text
14.User-selectable 2-digit site plus 4-digit camera modeYY
15. Format selection time/date format Y Y
16. Local keyboard test function Y Y
17. Table and sequence printout feature Y Y
18. Parameter designation for RS-232 communication Y Y
19. Integral video loss detection N Y
20. Satellite configurations N Y
21. Restrict user/keyboard access to cameras N Y
22. Restrict user/keyboard access to receiver/drivers N Y
23. Restrict user access to keyboard N Y
24. Restrict user/keyboard access to monitors N Y
25. Designate user name and ID number N Y
26. Designate zoned alarm call-ups N Y
27. Powerful alarm response featuresN Y
28. Designate displayed camera number N Y
29. Designate receiver/driver functions on alarm N Y
30. Program 64 time activated events N Y
31. Designate receiver/driver functions in sequences N Y
32. Broadcast monitor messages N Y
33. Alarm title designation N Y
34. Personal computer displayed monitoring of system status N Y
Base
System
Y Y
Y Y
YN
®
Windows NT®,
With Optional
Allegiant PCBased
Software
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In addition, these systems provide the capability to control on-site receiver/driver
units and the AutoDome Series of integral pan/tilt/zoom/cameras.
These systems contain a logging printer output port, so an inexpensive RS-232
serial printer or some other form of logging software can be used to capture log
data. This provides a permanent record showing time and date of changes to system
status, such as:
•Incoming alarms
•Acknowledgment of alarms by users
•Loading sequences
•User log-on to keyboard or console port
•Console broadcast message
•Console transfer of system tables
•Activation of time event functions
•Power up reset message
•Video loss message
The printer may also be used to provide a hard copy of all system configuration
•LTC 8601 Series Main CPU Bay
A modular equipment bay which contains the system's microprocessor module
(LTC 8610/01), the power supply module (LTC 8805 Series), and several video
input and video output modules (see below).
•LTC 8621/00 Video Input Module
Individual cards placed in LTC 8601 Series bays to accept inputs from cameras
and other video sources. Each card provides 16 video input channels with
switch selectable terminations.
•LTC 8834/00 Video Output Modules
Individual cards placed in LTC 8601 Series bays to provide video outputs to
monitors and DVRs. Each card provides four (4) video output channels.
•LTC 8600 Series System Capacities
Up to eight (8) video input modules; 16 inputs per module.
Up to four (4) video output modules; four (4) outputs per module.
Total: 128 inputs and 16 outputs.
Satellite configuration input capacity: 1152.
6.2LTC 8800 Series Systems
•LTC 8801 Series Main CPU Bay
A modular equipment bay which contains the system's microprocessor module
(LTC 8810/01), the power supply module (LTC 8805 Series), and several video
input and video output modules (see below).
•LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay
A modular equipment bay which contains a Data Receiver module
(LTC 8816/01), the power supply module (LTC 8805 Series), and several video
input and video output modules (see below). The Monitor Expansion bay is
required in system configurations having more than 32 monitors. The Monitor
Expansion bay can also accommodate up to eight (8) additional keyboards.
•LTC 8821/00 Video Input Module
Individual cards placed in LTC 8801 Series or LTC 8802 Series bays to accept
inputs from cameras and other video sources. Each card provides 32 video
input channels with switch selectable terminations.
•LTC 8834/00 Video Output Modules
Individual cards placed in LTC 8801 Series or LTC 8802 Series bays to provide
outputs to monitors and DVRs. Each card provides four (4) video output channels.
•LTC 8800 Series System Capacities
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•LTC 8801 Main Bay:
Up to eight (8) video input modules; 32 inputs per module.
Up to eight (8) video output modules; four (4) outputs per module.
Subtotal: 256 inputs and 32 outputs on main bay.
•Monitor Expansion Bay:
Up to eight (8) video input modules (duplicating modules on main bay).
Up to eight (8) extra output modules (providing four (4) additional outputs
each).
Subtotal: 32 extra outputs added on to the main bay's outputs.
•Total:
256 maximum inputs; 64 maximum outputs.
Satellite configuration input capacity: 2304.
The Allegiant Series accessory products provide many optional features to the base
system. A brief description of accessory products is provided below. Complete
specification information can be found in respective product data sheets. Applicable accessories are designed to be compatible throughout the Allegiant Series.
7.1LTC 8540/00 Alarm Interface Unit
The LTC 8540/00 is an alarm gathering unit which accepts up to 64 dry contact closures or logic level inputs from remote sensing devices such as door contacts, PIRs,
etc. and then reports this alarm information to the main CPU bay. Alarm inputs may
be configured in groups of 32 to accept either normally open or normally closed
contacts. The LTC 8540/00 unit provides eight (8) relay outputs which can be used
to drive external alerting devices, DVR's, and other devices.
7.2LTC 8568 and LTC 8768 Signal Distribution Units
The signal distribution is a main site control code distribution and line driver units
are available for communicating to receiver/drivers, switcher followers, and Allegiant Satellite systems. The LTC 8568/00 Signal Distribution Unit provides 32 separate outputs for driving up to 256 remote devices. Either “star” or “daisy chain”
wiring configurations may be used. The LTC 8768/00 Signal Distribution unit is similar to the LTC 8568/00, except that it provides 64 separate outputs for driving up to
512 remote devices.
7.3IntuiKey Series KBD-Universal Keyboard
The IntuiKey KBD-UNIVERSAL is a full function keyboard used for control and programming of the Allegiant Series matrix switchers. Backlit LCD screens provide
multi-language display of softkey menus and status information. Integral variable
speed joystick and zoom lens controls are standard for operating fixed or variable
speed pan/tilt/zoom equipped cameras. Both Allegiant RS-485 and Allegiant
RS-232 keyboard protocols are supported.
In addition to the Allegiant Series, the KBD-UNIVERSAL model IntuiKey can be used
to simultaneously control Divar Series DVRs, System4 Series multiplexers, and
access ADIM based DVR control screens.
7.4KBD-Rack Keyboard Mounting Kit
Rack-mounting kit designed to provide vertical, horizontal, or inclined mounting for
IntuiKey keyboards.
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7.5LTC 8555 Series Keyboards
The LTC 8555 Series keyboards are compact, full function keyboards for use with
Allegiant Series matrix switchers. LED readouts display real time system status
information. Includes variable speed joystick and zoom lens controls for operating
fixed or variable speed pan/tilt/zoom equipped cameras. The keyboards are available in the following configurations:
Model NumberTop Bezel Graphics Communication Protocol
The RS-232 model keyboards connect to an Allegiant's console port or to a port provided by an LTC 8712 Console Expander accessory unit. Up to four (4) may be connected to a single LTC 8712 unit. When used with dial-up type phone modems,
these keyboards provide rudimentary dialing capability.
7.6LTC 8558/00 Keyboard Extension Cable
The LTC 8558/00 keyboard extension cable has a six-conductor extension cable that
carries data/power for remote keyboards up to 30 m (100 ft) away from the main
CPU bay.
7.7LTC 8557 Series Keyboard Extension Kits
The LTC 8557 Series keyboard extension cable is an interface kit used to remote the
IntuiKey Series or LTC 8555 Series keyboards up to 1.5 km (5000 ft) away from the
main CPU bay. Customer supplied 0.5 mm
9841 or equivalent) required between the main CPU bay site and keyboard site. Kit
provides two (2) junction boxes, interface cable, and appropriate keyboard power
supply.
2
(24 AWG) shielded-twisted pair (Belden
7.8LTC 8560 and LTC 8561 Series Receiver/Driver Units
These series of on-site receiver/drivers are designed to receive biphase control
code and convert this data into signals for controlling conventional pan/tilt, zoom
lenses, and auxiliary functions. Supplied in an environmentally rated enclosure,
these series of receiver/drivers are available in both basic and full-featured models.
This unit contains integral local test feature, autopan or random scanning, and is
available in several input and output drive voltage versions.
7.9AutoDome Series
The AutoDome Series comprise an integral camera, a high speed pan/tilt mechanism, a zoom lens, and a receiver/driver system in a compact dome enclosure. Various enclosure mounting options are available for indoor and outdoor applications.
7.10 LTC 8569, LTC 8570, LTC 8571, LTC 8572 Series Code Merger
Units
These series are control code merger and line driver units used to combine Allegiant
biphase control code from two (up to four with LTC 8570 and LTC 8572 versions)
systems for communicating to AutoDome Series cameras, receiver/drivers,
switcher/followers, and Allegiant Satellite systems. The LTC 8569, LTC 8570 Series
provides 32 separate outputs capable of driving up to 256 remote devices. The
LTC 8571, LTC 8572 Series provides 64 separate outputs capable of driving up to
512 remote devices. Either “star” or “daisy chain” wiring configurations may be
used. The unit will accept signal input either from an Allegiant main CPU bay,
LTC 8568/00 output, LTC 8780 biphase output, or an output from another
LTC 8569, LTC 8570 Series or LTC 8571, LTC 8572 Series unit. Multiple units may be
cascaded to obtain additional outputs.
7.11 LTC 8770 Switcher Follower Series
The LTC 8770 Series is an accessory unit which provides relay contact closures corresponding to cameras displayed on system monitors. The LTC 8770 may be configured to follow manual activations, non-alarmed video, alarmed video, or both. Each
unit provides 24 relay contact outputs. In addition, six (6) functional operating
modes are available, including one user activated test mode.
7.12 LTC 8712 Series Console Port Expander Units
The LTC 8712 Series “expands” an Allegiant system's console port to permit up to
four external computing devices to communicate with the system via RS-232 protocol. Any computing device that can normally communicate directly with an Allegiant
via its RS-232 console port can be used with these port expanders. The external
devices may consist of PCs running the Allegiant system's MCS package, the Allegiant GUI, access control systems, Allegiant RS-232 protocol keyboards, or other
devices utilizing the Allegiant system's Command Console Language (CCL).
7.13 LTC 8713 Alarm Port Expander Units
The LTC 8713 Series interfaces to the alarm port of an Allegiant system to permit
additional LTC 8540/00 Alarm Interface units to be connected. In a LTC 8500 system, two (2) LTC 8540/00 units can be connected to a LTC 8713 Series unit providing up to 128 alarm inputs. In LTC 8600 systems, up to eight (8) LTC 8540 Series
units can be connected to three (3) LTC 8713 Series unit providing up to 512 alarm
inputs. In LTC 8800 systems, up to sixteen LTC 8540 Series units can be connected
to five (5) LTC 8713 Series unit providing up to 1024 alarm inputs.
7.14 LTC 8714, LTC 8715 Series Keyboard Port Expander Units
The LTC 8714 Series and the LTC 8715 Series are port expander accessory units
used to provide additional keyboard capacity for LTC 8600 and LTC 8800 Series Allegiant systems. A single LTC 8714 Series unit can be used to interface up to eight (8)
additional keyboards in an LTC 8600 series Allegiant system. In LTC 8800 systems,
up to three (3) LTC 8714 Series units can be connected to a single LTC 8715 Series
to provide a quantity of 24 “port expanded” keyboards for a total of 32 system keyboards. Alternatively, all 32 system keyboards can be connected using four(4) LTC
8714 Series units and a single LTC 8715 Series unit.
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7.15 LTC 8780 Series Data Converter Units
The LTC 8780 Series are accessory units that convert the Allegiant system's biphase
control code into RS-232, or converts RS-232 back to biphase code. This provides
the capability of transmitting the control code over conventional RS-232 transmission mediums such as phone modems, fiber optics, microwaves, etc. The unit will
accept the biphase control code generated by an Allegiant main CPU bay, an
LTC 8568/00 Signal Distribution unit, or an output from an LTC 8569, an
LTC 8570, an LTC 8571, or an LTC 8572 Series Code Merger unit.
7.16 LTC 8781 Series Data Converter Units
The LTC 8781 Series are accessory units that decode the Allegiant system's
encoded time/date information generated on the biphase control code line and convert it into an RS-422 GPS format. This time/date information can be used to interface into external time/date inserter products (such as the Kalatel KTS-53-16),
which are designed to be synchronized via a GPS signal.
7.17 LTC 8016/90 Bilinx™ Data Interface Unit
The LTC 8016/90 Allegiant Bilinx Data Interface unit is an accessory used for communicating over-the-coax, with up to 16 Bilinx-capable AutoDome and/or Dinion™
Series cameras. The LTC 8016 provides complete control of pan/tilt/zoom, auxiliaries, and pre-position functions of Bilinx enabled AutoDome Series cameras. In
addition, complete programming of Dinion Series cameras and AutoDomes via their
on-screen menus is supported. Bilinx technology also supports camera-generated
event reporting to the Allegiant. This connection allows remote alarm inputs and
motion event data to be sent by the camera to the Allegiant without the need for
additional wiring between the camera site and the main control location. The LTC
8016 can also be used to transmit Bilinx communications over a number of video
transmission systems. Example devices include fiber optic links and external balun
devices that use CAT5 twisted pair cables for video communication.
7.18 LTC 8785 Series Code Converters
The LTC 8785 Series code converter units are designed for use in older Allegiant
systems that have been upgraded to support 'variable speed' control code protocol.
The LTC 8785 units are used to provide a source of 'fixed speed' control code when
the system is generating the newer 'variable speed' control code preferred by the
AutoDome Series of PTZ cameras. The LTC 8785 would receive the variable speed
control code from the Allegiant via its LTC 8568/00 Signal Distribution unit and convert it into the appropriate fixed speed control code. The 'fixed speed' control code
outputs from the LTC 8785 Series connect to the older TC8561 Series receiver/drivers using the existing field cabling.
The LTC 8782 Series code translators are accessory units that convert biphase code
to other manufacturers’ control codes, or convert other manufacturers’ codes to
biphase. Many of the most popular protocol codes are supported, including Pelco
®
, American Dynamics®, Sensormatic®, Kalatel®, Diamond Electronics®, and
Vicon
®
Javelin
. Fixed and variable speed codes are supported where applicable.
®
7.20 LTC 8808/00 Series Video Interconnect Panel
The LTC 8808/00 Series video interconnect panel is an optional accessory item
which provides certain Allegiant system models the ability to loop their video
inputs. This patch panel contains 32 BNC connectors on front for external video
connections, and two 16-contact ribbon connectors on the rear. Two (2) 16-conductor ribbon cables are included for interfacing the patch panel to the video looping
connectors found on the rear panel of the equipment bays. The patch panel is one
standard EIA 19-inch rack unit high, and one unit wide.
7.21 LTC 8059/00 Master Control Software
,
The Allegiant LTC 8059/00 MCS brings the familiarity of the personal computer to
those who supervise closed circuit television systems. Running on a Windows based
compatible computer, this software is the human interface that makes it quick and
easy to configure an entire Allegiant system.
With the MCS package, users can set and change an Allegiant's system parameters;
program camera sequences; lock cameras, monitors, remotes, and keyboards from
certain users; and perform many other system control features. Users can also view
system activity with real time monitoring of the system status, and if desired, log
this information to a file stored on the hard drive.
7.22 LTC 8850/00 Windows Based Graphical User Interface Software
The LTC 8850/00 GUI Software is a PC-based program designed for complete control and programming of the Allegiant Series of matrix switchers. With a mouse click
on an icon, operators can easily take control of system hardware devices, including
cameras, monitors, and alarms. Jumping from one map to another is easily accomplished using special link icons. System Administrators can easily call-up the
included Allegiant LTC 8059/00 MCS module for entering the Allegiant system's
camera titles, sequences, alarm responses, and many other configuration features.
Communication between the GUI workstations and an Allegiant system can be
made using an RS-232 link, or via a Windows based-PC network.
7.23 SFT-INTSRV Allegiant Integration Software
The SFT-INTSRV software CD contains three (3) distinct software packages that can
be used to integrate external devices with an Allegiant system matrix switcher.
Please refer to the following sections for details:
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7.23.1Integration Server
The Integration Server is a versatile software package used to integrate multiple
systems that are not ordinarily compatible with each other. These systems can
include video switchers, point of sale systems, fire/burglar alarms, access control,
or HVAC systems. Devices can be interfaced using any of the following three (3)
methods: serial RS-232 connection, digital I/O card, or directly to an Allegiant
Switcher via the LTC 8059 MCS program. The Integration Server software is programmed to recognize events as they occur in real time from one or more systems,
based upon one of the three (3) integration methods mentioned above. It then
reacts to those events by sending commands to another system or systems.
The Virtual Allegiant Satellite Application (VASA) is Bosch's strategic product that
allows existing Allegiant customers to transition gradually to pure IP technologies
rather than a total and instantaneous replacement. VASA acts as the integration
bridge between an existing Allegiant and the new digital based CCTV system (the
'satellite') that uses digital video encoders and decoders. With VASA, the new IP
technology is totally transparent to the existing Allegiant users who continue to use
their Intuikey CCTV keyboards for video switching and PTZ control on classic analog
monitors.
VASA supports the Allegiant LTC 8100 through the LTC 8900 Series matrix switchers. In addition to PTZ control, VASA provides auxiliary and preposition control of
the IP-based cameras. VASA improves the ROI on existing capital assets, removes
the need for training, and reduces the risk for adopting new technology by incrementally adding to the system. The integration is seamless and the transition is
designed to be imperceptible.
7.23.3Allegiant Satellite SDK
The Allegiant Satellite Software Development Kit (SDK) is a fully supported set of
libraries, documentation, and samples targeted at PC-based application software
that is used to control 3rd party CCTV matrix systems or manage IP-based digital
video networks. Since the SDK can be used to create customized solutions for
unique, specific problems, customers looking to integrate an Allegiant matrix system with products offered by other manufacturers is readily accomplished. For the
thousands of existing Allegiant customers, it also provides a bridge to integrate or
expand their systems with IP based products gradually rather than a total and
instantaneous replacement.
When operating in an Allegiant satellite system configuration, an Allegiant master
generates switching and PTZ data that is typically used to control a remote Allegiant
satellite matrix. Using the SDK, the video switching commands and PTZ data from
the master system are converted into an ActiveX interface allowing developers to
easily translate this information into formats used to control other original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) systems. The SDK also supports an ability to translate
repetitive type Allegiant PTZ commands to their indefinite equivalents, resulting in
reduced interface traffic and lower bandwidth demands when controlling IP based
networks.
The level of integration available with the SDK results in a robust interface that provides transparent operation to the existing Allegiant operators. Operators continue
to use their existing CCTV keyboards for selecting video and control of PTZ devices
on the Allegiant monitors. This type of solution improves the return of investment
on existing capital assets, removes the need for training, and reduces the risk for
adopting new technology by incrementally adding to the system.
The SDK is compatible with all models of the Allegiant Series switchers. In addition
to video switching commands and PTZ control, auxiliaries and prepositions are also
supported. The SDK is supplied with five sample applications. Three (3) applications use C++ to demonstrate incorporating the SDK in a console, an ATL, and an
MFC application. In addition, samples using Visual Basic
Framework are included.
The LTC 8506/00 is an RS-232 grade cable with 9-pin D-connectors on each end that
is used to connect an Allegiant's system's console port to a standard PC COM port.
This cable is included in the Allegiant LTC 8059 MCS and the
LTC 8850 Allegiant GUI packages. Length is approximately 3 m (10 ft).
7.25 LTC 8508/01 Ribbon-to-BNC Interface Cable
The LTC 8508/01 is a 1 m (3 ft) video interface cable with a 34-pin ribbon cable on
one end and 16 male BNC connectors on the other end. This cable can be used to
loop up to 16-channels of video signals from digital video recorders such as the
Divar, Dibos, and DesaXL, or other BNC equipped devices to the ribbon cable connectors located on the rear panels of the LTC 8600 and LTC 8800 Series bays.
7.26 Logging Printer
An optional RS-232 serial printer may be connected to these systems to provide a
permanent record of significant system status changes. Time and date is printed for
system events such as alarms, start-up after power failure, sequence loading, operator log-on/log-off to keyboards, and download of information from the optional
MCS. The printer may also be used to obtain hard copies of all system tables and
sequences.
NOTEThe printer port does not provide a standardized pin-out connection. If desired, a
cable can be made up at installation, by following the cable pin-out information provided at the end of this manual.
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Maximum of 16 Allegiant Keyboards, up to 1.5 km
(5000 ft) away using Optional Remote Hookup Kit
Main CPU Bay
Supports up to 128
Video Inputs
Supports up to
16 Monitor Outputs
LTC 8600 Series Video Switching System
Figure 1: LTC 8600 Series Basic Video Switching Configuration
Optional LTC 8859 MCS or GUI Software Package can be Run on IBM or
IBM Compatible Computer
Main Bay can Operate
up to 8 Keyboards
3 m (10 ft)
Interconnect
Cable Supplied
with
Keyboa rd
Video Coax
Video Coax
Video Coax
256 Camera Inputs
Tot al
32 Separate Outputs
Control Code Line
Twi sted Pai r
Typ ic al
Contact Closure
or Logic Level
Inputs
Additional System
Cameras
RS-232
RS-232 Data
Up to 256
Alarm Inputs Maximum
Up to 256 Receiver/Driver
Units
Up to 1.5 km
(5000 ft) using
18 g Shielded
Twisted Pair
Cable (Belden
8760 or Equiv.)
Serial Logging Printer
Capability
12
VDC
LTC 8808
Interconnect Panel
Video Ribbon Jumper Cables
Supplied with LTC 8802
Port Expa nder
Accessories
Keyboa rd Expan der Uni ts
used for System Keyboards
above 16
Monitor
Expansion Bay can
Operate up to 8
Keyboa rds
LTC 8540 Alarm
Interface Unit
LTC 8540 Alarm
Interface Unit
LTC 8540 Alarm
Interface Unit
LTC 8540 Alarm
Interface Unit
Port Expa nder
Accessory
Receiver/Driver
LTC 8568 Signal
Distribution Unit
132
33
64
System
Monitors
33 to 64
System
Monitors
1 to 32
8 Pairs
of Relay
12
Up to 64 Alarm
Inputs to each
LTC 8540
Unit
Maximum of 32 LTC 8550, LTC 8551, or LTC 8553 Full Function Keyboards
up to 1.5 km (5000 ft) away using an Optional Remote Hookup Kit
LTC 8800 Series Full Capacity Configuration
Figure 4: LTC 8800 Series Full Capacity Video Switching Configuration
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8Installation Procedure
8.1Main CPU Bay Installation
Before discarding the shipping cartons, verify that the various pieces of equipment
have no evidence of carrier damage.
CAUTION Do not apply power to the equipment until instructed to do so.
1.Remove the front panel of the main CPU bay and the front panels of any sup-
plied expansion bay (LTC 8802 Series) by loosening the four (4) corner fasteners.
2.Install the power supply in far right position of the main CPU bay insuring
proper alignment and seating of the module into the rear mating connector. Verify that the power supply ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. Repeat this
procedure for any supplied LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion bay.
3.Install the four screws and star washers (supplied) on the rear panel of the
bay(s) surrounding the power supply line cord to fasten the power supply
securely in place.
CAUTIONIf the allegiant card cage is to be transported, the main power supply should be
removed to prevent possible damage to the bay's internal parts.
4.If the bay(s) are to be installed into a standard 19-inch EIA rack, remove the
four (4) rubber bumper foot pads found on the bottom of the bay before installing the unit in the rack. Four (4) holes are provided for mounting the bay(s) in
the rack. If any LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion bay is supplied, it should be
located as close as possible to the LTC 8801 Series Main CPU bay to facilitate
cable interconnections.
5.Install the LTC 8600 Series, the LTC 8800 Series, and the LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion bays so that there is at least 9 cm (3.5 in.) of clearance above
and below the bay. This clearance is necessary to allow for proper cooling of
the system. Failure to provide proper clearance may cause the equipment to
exceed its recommended operating temperature range.
NOTEAn LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion bay should be located close enough to the
TC8801 so that you can connect the units with the supplied 2 m (6 ft) data interconnect cable
8.2Video Input Modules
Termination switches on the Video Input Modules (VIM) must be set to the correct
position prior to installation. If necessary, see Section 8.6 “Termination Practices,”
on page 31 prior to actually installing the VIM on these systems.
The appropriate number of VIMs should be installed in the main bay starting with
the left most slot. If the LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay is being used, it
should receive the same number of VIMs as the main bay. If less than full capacity is
being used, the modules should be inserted in a left-to-right manner so that the
lower camera numbers are used first.
Figure 5: Typical Video Input Module Insertion
The VIMs are identical and are interchangeable within the designated VIM slots
without having to make any changes to the module.
8.3Video Output Modules
Counting from left to right beginning with slot 9, install the appropriate number of
Video Output Modules (VOM) into these slots. If fewer than the maximum number
of VOMs are installed, there will be empty slots between the Input and the Output
Modules, so make sure that the VOMs are inserted into the correct slots.
If the LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay is being used, it should be loaded
with VIMs in the same fashion. The Main CPU Bay should be FULLY loaded with 8
output modules before putting output modules into the Monitor Expansion Bay.
Remaining output modules are inserted into the Monitor Expansion Bay starting at
slot 9. If fewer than the maximum number of outputs are being used, the Monitor
Expansion Bay may contain fewer Output Modules than the Main CPU Bay.
All VIMs are identical and are interchangeable within the designated VOM slots.
8.4CPU Module
The slot to the left of the power supply in the main CPU bay is reserved for the system CPU module.
NOTEThe CPU module contains two (2) lithium batteries mounted on the component side
of the printed circuit board. A red rectangular insulating tag may be installed in
between the top of the batteries and the battery holder clip. This tag prevents battery drainage during stocking. Remove tag if so equipped.
Figure 6: Typical Video Output Module Insertion
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Figure 7: Typical CPU Module Insertion
If an LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion is supplied, it will contain an
LTC 8816/01 Data Receiving Module in this slot. Install the main bay CPU or data
receiver module at this time.
The circuit board contains three (3) 8-position DIP switches for system configuration options. The DIP switches can be used to modify certain system operating conditions. Review the Factory Default Settings Section to determine if it is necessary
to change the DIP switches from the factory default positions. For reference, the
factory default settings are:
Bay TypeModuleDIP Setting
LTC 8601 Series LTC 8610/01 CPU S1 and S3, All OFF
LTC 8801 Series LTC 8810/01 CPU S1 and S3, All OFF
LTC 8802 Series LTC 8816/01S1 and S3, All OFF
S2, Switch 5, 7, and 8 ON; All others OFF
S2, Switch 5, 7, and 8 ON; All others OFF
S2, Switch 3 and 7 ON; All others OFF
8.5Camera and Monitor Video Connections
Refer to “Figure 14:” on page 43 for the next series of steps.
Connect the system cameras to the appropriate video inputs, but as a minimum
connect one known operating camera to video input #1 on the rear of the main CPU
bay. Use only those inputs that correspond to an installed VIM. Special instructions
concerning the LTC 8600 Series or the LTC 8800 Series systems, termination, and
expansion bays are given in the sections below. Also connect desired monitors to
the rear of the main CPU bay, ensuring to connect at least one monitor to video output #1. The video outputs are the left-most column of BNC connectors on the rear
of the bay. Use only those outputs that correspond to an installed Video Output
Module (VOM).
8.5.1LTC 8600 Series and LTC 8800 Series Video Input Connections
The LTC 8601 Series and the LTC 8801 Series main bays have 96 direct BNC
connectors available for video input. Cameras above 96 require the use of the
LTC 8808/00 Video Interconnect (“Patch”) Panel. Each patch panel provides
32 additional BNC connectors for video input.
Patch panels are connected to the rear of the main bay using the supplied ribbon
cables. Each cable can carry video for up to 16 cameras. Two (2) cables can be
attached to each patch panel to support up to 32 cameras per panel. Each ribbon
cable should be attached to the appropriate “VIDEO” connector on the rear of the
main bay. The ribbon cable connectors contain a small “key” protrusion formed into
one side of the connector to assure proper placement into the mating connectors.
Be careful not to force the cables into the mating connectors backwards. For example, the two (2) ribbon cables from the first patch panel (supporting the 32 cam-
eras, numbers 97 through 128) should be attached to the main bay connectors
labeled “VIDEO 97-112” and “VIDEO 113-128.” Extra connectors are provided on
the main bay for “looping” purposes. If camera inputs are not being looped to other
equipment, only one connector for each range of cameras (e.g., “VIDEO 97-112”)
needs to be connected.
The LTC 8600 Series system is supplied with one LTC 8808/00 (patch panel plus
two (2) TC8809 ribbon cables). This should be installed on the rear of the racking
equipment to permit immediate or future connections of camera inputs 97 through
128.
A LTC 8808/00 Patch Panel must be ordered separately for each group of 32 cameras above 96 that will be connected to an LTC 8800 Series system.
Figure 8: Typical Use of LTC 8808/00 Video Interconnect Panel
Install any supplied LTC 8808/00 Patch Panel on the rear of the racking equipment.
Note that additional VIMs ordered in the future may also require the use of
LTC 8808/00 Patch Panels. It is recommended to order the appropriate quantities at
the time the VIMs are ordered.
8.6Termination Practices
Video from every video input signal must be “terminated” with a 75 ohm resistance.
Each video line should be terminated exactly once. If video from a given camera is
going to several different devices, only the last piece of equipment on the video line
should be terminated. See the section below for special termination instructions
when using a monitor expansion bay. The following sections detail the ways that
various Allegiant systems terminate video inputs.
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8.6.1LTC 8600 Series or LTC 8800 Series Video Input Terminations
Each VIM card for an LTC 8600 Series or an LTC 8800 Series system has DIP
switches for selecting the termination of each individual video line. To terminate an
input line, make sure that the appropriate DIP switch on the VIM card is ON. If nonterminated operation is required for looping purposes, turn the switch OFF (Switch
1 corresponds to the first video input channel of the card).
If looping video inputs are desired, the LTC 8600 Series and the LTC 8800 Series
systems may utilize the LTC 8808/00 Video Interconnect Panel. Both bays provide
video looping connections which interface to the LTC 8808/00 using coax type ribbon cables supplied with the patch panel. Each LTC 8808/00 provides looping capability for up to 32 video inputs.
8.6.2LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay Video Input Connections
If an LTC 8802 Series monitor expansion bay is supplied, each video input signal
that is connected to the LTC 8801 Series main CPU bay must also be connected to
the same numbered input on the monitor expansion bay.
With the LTC 8802 Series monitor expansion bay, ribbon cable connectors are provided for the video inputs. Video is to be looped from the main bay into the expansion bay through 16 LTC 8809/00 ribbon cables. Connect all LTC 8809/00 ribbon
cables from the appropriate “VIDEO” ribbon cable connector on the main bay to the
corresponding “VIDEO” ribbon cable connector on the monitor expansion bay. The
ribbon cable connectors contain a small “key” protrusion formed into one side of
the connector to assure proper placement into the mating connectors. Be careful
not to force the cables into the mating connectors backwards.
IMPORTANTThe Termination DIP switches on the VIM cards installed in the main bay must be
turned OFF. This will make the main bay inputs non-terminated, and the expansion
bay will provide the termination for the video inputs.
8.6.3LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay Data Connections
The LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay is supplied with a 1 m (3 ft) data communication interconnect cable. Install this cable between the Comm1 port on the
LTC 8801 Series Main CPU bay, and the Comm1 port on the LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay.
8.6.4Monitor Output Video Connections
Just like camera inputs, monitor outputs on the Allegiant system are designed to be
terminated. Each monitor output expects to be connected to a 75 ohm load. This is
the regular load typically provided by a normal monitor. If a monitor output line is
“looped” through several monitors or other equipment, the system installer should
make sure that only the last unit on the line is terminated.
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9Optional Accessories Installation
9.1General Accessory Installation
There are many accessory products available for the Allegiant Series, including keyboards, alarm interface units, control code signal distribution units, etc. If applicable, these products can be installed at the same time as the main CPU bay
installation, or postponed until later. In some cases, products are designed to be
racked in close proximity to the main CPU bay, so appropriate rack space should be
reserved.
Please refer to the instructions supplied with the specific accessory product for
complete installation details.
9.2Logging Printer Option Installation
NOTEAlthough the exact installation procedure for each printer varies, the following steps
are generally required. Be sure to save the printer reference manual for procedures
not covered.
1.Switch the main power OFF to the printer.
2.Install the ribbon cartridge and paper if necessary.
3.Set any configuration switches for your particular printer to match the format
provided by the Allegiant system. Note that the system communication protocol
can be changed using the Keyboard User Functions (described later in this manual) or with the optional Allegiant LTC 8059 MCS package. The factory default
values are as follows:
NOTEThe required interconnect cable utilizes a custom pinout. Refer to the Appendix
Section of this manual for wiring details.
4.Attach the 25-pin male D-type connector side of the RS-232 cable to the connector on the printer.
5.Attach the 9-pin male connector side of the cable to the Allegiant CPU bay connector marked “PRINTER”.
6.Apply power to the printer.
7.Verify logging printer action by ‘loading’ a previously stored sequence into a
monitor, activating an alarm, or performing a system reset. Any of these actions
should cause printouts to occur.
9.3Computer Interface Installation
NOTEAlthough the exact installation procedure for each computer varies, the following
steps are generally required. Be sure to save the computer reference manual for procedures not covered here. Switch the main power OFF to the computer.
1.If using an Allegiant software package, attach the PC security key provided with
the software to an available port on the computer.
The supplied interconnect cable utilizes a custom pinout. If it ever becomes
necessary to replace the cable, it can be ordered separately using part number:
LTC 8506/00. Alternatively, a cable can be configured using the information
found in the Appendix Section of this manual.
2.Attach one end of the supplied RS-232 interface cable to the main Allegiant
CPU bay connector marked Console (or another port that has been configured
to operate as a Console port).
3.Attach the other end of the cable to an available serial port (COMM PORT 1 or
COMM PORT 2) on the rear of the computer.
4.Apply power to the computer and allow it to boot up its operating system
before inserting the software disc.
5.Refer to the applicable Allegiant software manual for complete programming
instructions.
6.The communication settings of the PC must match those of the Allegiant. The
Allegiant communication settings can be changed using Keyboard User Function 30 (described later in this manual), or may have been previously set using
the Master Control Software. The factory default values are as follows:
Baud Rate115200
Stop Bits1
Data Bits8
ParityNone
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Due to the many variations possible, only general guidelines can be covered for
installing satellite systems. Refer to the Appendix Section of this manual, the
LTC 8850/00 GUI Software manual, or the LTC 8059/00 MCS package manual for
additional configuration and programming information on satellite systems.
At each of the remote satellite sites, a desired number of monitor outputs from the
switcher must be assigned as trunk lines. The number of trunk lines can range from
1 to the maximum number of monitor outputs provided by the switcher. Note that
the number of trunk lines coming from a satellite site determines the maximum
number of cameras from that site which may be viewed simultaneously at the main
site. If operators will be stationed at the satellite site, they should be prevented
from accessing the monitor outputs designated as trunk lines. This prevention can
be accomplished via the Monitor Lockout Tables in either the LTC 8059/00 MCS or
the LTC 8850/00 GUI Software (see below).
Figure 10: Satellite Concept Configuration
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10.2 Main Site “Trunk Line” Video Inputs
At the main site, video trunk line connections coming from each of the remote
site(s) should be connected (and properly terminated) using an available video
input at the main bay. There are no programming restrictions concerning their connections, but a sense of order can be maintained if a group of video inputs are used
at the upper end of the system’s designed capacity. This technique allows the main
system to be more easily expanded in the future with additional local cameras or
trunk lines. As an example, assume there are a total of eight (8) trunk lines coming
from all satellite sites which are connected to a main site system designed for 32
inputs. Inputs 25 to 32 can be reserved for the trunk lines, leaving inputs 1 to 24 for
local camera connections. If there will be no local camera inputs, the trunk lines can
start at the first video input.
10.3 Control Data Lines in Satellite Systems
Each satellite site must be provided with an Allegiant biphase control data line coming from the Signal Distribution located at the main site. This data line carries all
pan/tilt/zoom control commands, in addition to the switching commands generated
by the main site switcher. The control data line should be connected to a LTC 8780
Series Data Converter unit, which provides address decoding functions for the satellite site. An LTC 8780 Series is required for each satellite site, and must be given a
unique site address number. If operators stationed at the satellite site are permitted
to control pan/tilt/zoom-equipped cameras, an LTC 8569 Series Code Merger unit
must be installed at the satellite site. In order for each site to have control over pan/
tilt/zoom-equipped cameras, the Code Merger combines code generated by the
main and satellite sites. The LTC 8780 Series can then be connected to one of the
data outputs of the LTC 8569 Series unit.
10.4 Satellite Site Programming Requirements
The optional LTC 8059/00 MCS or the optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software is
required to properly program a satellite system.
Programming the satellite sites is usually limited to designating their logical camera
numbers to appropriate values via the Camera ID Table of the MCS or GUI Software.
Note that no duplicate logical camera numbers are permitted anywhere in the system. Allegiant logical camera designations can be renumbered to any four-digit number on all Allegiant Series systems, except the LTC 8500 Series, which is limited to
three (3) digits. Few other restrictions exist. These camera numbers are the numbers entered at both the satellite and the main site keyboards when camera selections are made. On any AutoDome Series camera or conventional pan/tilt/zoomequipped camera, this logical number must also be entered as the receiver/driver's
site address number.
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Figure 11: Satellite Site Sample Program Showing Logical Camera Numbers and Titles
To maintain a sense of order, it is preferable to program a satellite for a range of
camera numbers. For example, in a three (3) Allegiant type satellite system, the first
satellite can be programmed for camera numbers 51 to 100. Satellite two can be
programmed for camera numbers 101 to 131, and satellite three can use numbers
151 to 185.
If necessary, the Keyboard-to-Monitor Lockout Table in the LTC 8059/00 MCS or the
LTC 8850/00 GUI Software can be programmed in the satellite switcher to prevent
any local operators from inadvertently accessing the satellite's monitor outputs
being used as trunk lines.
If operators will be stationed at the satellite site, camera titles should be entered
into the switcher. If desired, these titles can be selected (explained below) to
appear at the main site.
The only other requirement is to ensure that the console ports of all Allegiant type
satellites have been set to the correct baud rate and the handshake option disabled
(CTS = off). This is done via a system keyboard (see Keyboard User Function 30),
the Parameters-System screen of the LTC 8059/00 MCS or the LTC 8850/00 GUI
Software (make sure CPU DIP Switch S2 is set to the ON position).
10.5 Main Site Programming Requirements
At the main site, the Camera ID Table must be programmed to ensure proper satellite operation. It is easiest to start with the trunk line inputs. For each trunk line, the
satellite's monitor output number and its bay address must be entered (same number as the satellite's LTC 8780 address).
Camera numbers should be programmed next. No duplicate logical camera numbers
are allowed anywhere in the entire system. If the system will include many local
cameras, it is recommended to designate remote cameras (i.e., those located at satellite sites) using numbers above the main bay's physical video inputs (9+ on
LTC 8100 Series, 17+ on LTC 8200 Series, 33+ on LTC 8300 Series, 65+ on
LTC 8500, 129+ on LTC 8600, 257+ on LTC 8800 Series, 4097+ on LTC 8900 Series).
Enter the desired camera number, (the satellite bay that it is actually connected to),
and select if either a local title will be used, or if the remotely generated title will be
used.
For satellite camera entries, only those numbers representing actual cameras need
to be entered. For example, all 16 cameras associated with a LTC 8200 switcher do
not need to be entered if only five cameras are actually connected to the switcher. If
desired, a few extra camera number lines in the table may be reserved at this time
for future expansion. If a local title is specified, the camera's title can also be
entered at this time. Designate any local camera numbers appropriately, and enter
their corresponding titles.
Figure 12: Main Site Sample Program Showing Local Cameras, Trunk Lines and Remote Cam-
eras
NOTEEither a local camera, or a remote camera programmed with a local title, will need
to be selected to view certain on-screen prompts or data during programming of the
main site via a system keyboard.
Once the system is programmed and configured, any unused monitor outputs
located at the main site should be selected to display a local camera via the system
keyboard. This prevents unused monitor outputs from using up trunk lines which
may result in some confusing operational responses.
The “Start-up” camera numbers listed in the Monitor Table of the LTC 8059/00 software should be programmed to specify locally connected cameras or a local unused
input (i.e., the raster generator will be displayed when called up). This table defines
the camera numbers that will automatically be switched to an operator's monitor in
the event the trunk line being used to display their original satellite camera is 'stolen' by an operator with a higher priority.
Figure 13: Main Site Sample Program Showing Monitor Start-Up Camera Numbers
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10.6 Special Programming for “Cascaded” Satellite System
Configurations
In a 3-tier cascaded satellite system, it is highly recommended for the system design
to have more trunks lines between the intermediate master/satellite system and the
3rd level satellite system than there are between the top level master system and
the intermediate system. In systems where this is not the case, it is likely that operators at top level master and the intermediate master/satellite will end up fighting
for trunk lines coming from the 3rd level satellite system.
There are two user configuration options available (starting in CPU firmware version
8.70) to eliminate or at least significantly reduce conflicts between operators when
this type of system is being used.
Option 1: Using Factory default settings, previously selected satellite cameras
remain on trunk lines even after the operator switches back to a local camera view.
Although this mode of operation is more desirable in standard systems because it
minimizes delays when previous satellite cameras are reselected, it is not advantageous to use in cascaded systems. In cascaded systems, all available trunk lines
coming from the 3rd level satellite system may become used up, making them
unavailable to the operators at the intermediate system.
In this situation, keyboard User Function 41 should be set to the NO REM CAM CACHE option at the master site location. In this mode, after the top level operator
selects a locally connected camera, the trunk line between the top level and the
intermediate level system will immediately be reset to its Start-up camera (as
defined in the Monitor Table of the LTC 8059/00 MCS). This action frees the trunk
line between the intermediate level system and the 3rd level system so it will be
available if needed by an operator at the intermediate level system.
For the monitors being used as trunk lines in the intermediate system, it is
important for the “Start-up” camera numbers listed in the Monitor Table of the
LTC 8059/00 software to be programmed to specify cameras connected locally or a
local unused input (i.e., the raster generator will be displayed when called up). This
action ensures that no trunk line is used when a monitor switches to the Start-up
camera.
Option 2: If the top level master system and intermediate level system in a cascade
configuration can or will be set to operate as “Dual Master” systems, a priority
based satellite camera feature can be configured.
In default cascaded satellite system configurations, satellite switching commands
are not associated with a user priority level. When a switching command sent from
a master site is received by a satellite, the switch selection can immediately be overridden by operators at the satellite location who have any priority level. This situation is more likely to be encountered in 3-tier Satellite systems that do not have a
good distribution of trunk lines (i.e., more between the top level system and the
intermediate level system than there are between the intermediate system and the
3rd tier satellite).
Since dual master configurations support bi-directional communications, it is possible to set keyboard User Function 41 to use the SAT nnn PRIORITY option for both
the top level and intermediate level master systems. The satellite number assigned
to the system that is currently being programmed must be specified here. This feature will enable use of the operator’s user priority to determine if access to a
desired satellite camera is provided or not. For instance, if no trunk lines are available and an operator requesting a satellite camera has a higher priority than at least
1 of the existing operators, the requested camera will be switched. If the operator
does not have sufficient priority, they will receive an error message (i.e., error 81)
via the satellite communication path, and their camera will switch to the Start-up
camera specified in the Monitor Table.
Any alarm inputs to the main site, which have been programmed to activate cameras
located at satellites, will operate normally except when limited by the number of
trunk lines available. The software automatically determines trunk usage depending
on the priority level of operators currently viewing satellite cameras. Alarm inputs
applied at a satellite site will not activate the alarm video at the main site. If the
application requires alarms located at a satellite to activate video at the main site,
the remote alarms must be brought back to the main site. If necessary, the main
site's LTC 8540/00 Alarm Interface unit can be remotely located via an RS-232 link.
Since the Alarm Interface capability is an integral part of the LTC 8100, LTC 8200,
and LTC 8300 Series, this is not possible if an LTC 8100, LTC 8200, or LTC 8300
Series system is being used as the main site system. If more than one satellite site
contains alarms, multiple LTC 8540/00 Alarm Interfaces can be remotely located.
The number of alarm interfaces which can be remoted is limited only by the capacity of the main site system to support this capability.
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11Feature Selection
Certain user-selectable features can provide enhanced Allegiant system operation
capabilities. Any desired changes can be made now or delayed until specific system
requirements become more apparent. Refer to the Factory Default Settings Section
for a full description of these features and selection instructions.
1.Attach the supplied AC power cord(s) between the bay(s) and appropriate AC
power source. Verify that power supply is configured for desired voltage input.
If necessary, instructions for changing the input voltage selection can be found
in the Maintenance section of this manual (See Chapter 19, “Maintenance Information,” on page 83) Switch power ON to the bay(s). In multibay systems, the
bays can be powered up in any order.
NOTEThe system may require several seconds to fully initialize after a power-up reset.
NOTEUpon power-up, the system monitors may momentarily display video output module
NOTEAll cameras should be phased properly with each other before the EXTERNAL SYNC
Up to one (1) minute may be required before a LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion bay fully initializes. This time can vary based on the activity and general
size of the system.
2.Verify that the LEDs associated with the fuses are lit on all of the applicable
power supplies.
software version information.
Installations having cameras powered from an AC phase different than that of
the Allegiant system may utilize the built in EXTERNAL SYNC input or vertical
PHASE ADJUST.
or PHASE ADJUST feature is implemented.
The EXTERNAL SYNC input will accept composite video, composite sync, or output from a Master Sync generator. Any one of the phased cameras may be used
as a master sync source to the system using the EXTERNAL SYNC input. To
implement this feature, simply connect the incoming video source (using a BNC
“T” connector) to both the appropriate camera BNC input and the EXTERNAL
SYNC input which is found on the rear of the Allegiant CPU bay. The front panel
illuminates the EXT SYNC LED. Alternatively, the PHASE ADJ on the front panel
of the power supply may be adjusted until the vertical interval switching is
achieved. The PHASE ADJUST has a range of about
130 degrees.
3.Reattach the front panel(s) to the bay(s).
Figure 14: LTC 8600 Series Rear Panel
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Figure 15: LTC 8808/00 Video Interconnect Panel
Figure 16: LTC 8801 Series Main CPU Bay Rear Panel
Figure 17: LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Rear Panel
The Allegiant Series systems feature an integral text overlay with two or three rows
of 24 characters each. There are over 2000 different characters that can be displayed. See Chapter 20, “Character ROM Tables for LTC 8600 and LTC 8800,” on
page 86
NOTEIf no video signal is present, a new line will appear stating: VIDEO NOT PRESENT.
The display is broken down into seven areas as shown in the figure
Figure 18: Monitor Overlay Display
NOTEThe Monitor Overlay Display shows all six digits including leading zeros for a camera
number in 6-digit mode. In 4 digit mode, the camera number display depends on
the setting of the Miscellaneous Parameter option as set in the Master Control Software.
13.1 Time/Date
The time/date display is generated by the system CPU microprocessor module. It is
crystal controlled and battery protected for one year (minimum) without power. The
display is updated once per second and all monitors update simultaneously. The
time/date message is always on the right side of the video display with the time on
the top line. Time displays hours, minutes, and seconds, and can be set to either 12hour or 24-hour operation. The date is available in three (3) user-selectable formats:
1.U.S. Format - The order for the American date display is: MM/DD/YY.
(Default for 120 VAC systems)
2.International Format - The order for the international date display is:
DD/MM/YY (Default for 220-240 VAC systems)
3.Asian Format - The order for the Asian date display is: YY/MM/DD
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13.2 Monitor Title/System Status Display
The monitor title/system status display area is a 12-column display to the right of
the camera number. It is unique on each of the monitors. It has different uses, some
of which may be selected by the user at a keyboard location. The various uses are
described below.
13.2.1System Status Display
If this display is selected (factory default), it allows the Allegiant system to dynamically inform the user of the system status. The 12-column display is divided into
smaller message columns (see figure below), in which special characters inform the
user of the following:
•if the switcher is running or stopped
•the switcher’s direction
•if a monitor or remote camera is locked
•the alarm status of the camera and monitor.
13.2.2Locations 1, 2, and 3 - Alarm Indication
When the monitor overlay is in the status display mode, locations 1 through 3 indicate if a camera on the monitor is in the alarm mode. If the on-screen camera is currently in alarm mode, an ALM message will flash in a box at this location mode. If no
cameras are currently in alarm mode on this monitor, these spaces are blank. Note
that when a monitor has cameras in alarm mode, pressing [NEXT], [RUN], or [PREVIOUS] on the keyboard will move you through the alarm sequencer rather than the
regular camera sequencer. The alarm switcher status will be displayed in location 6
using described symbols.
13.2.3Location 4 - Monitor Arm Status Indication
In the MONITOR ARMED location, the characters SM or DM will appear if the monitor is armed for alarm. SM means that the monitor is a “step” or “sequence” monitor, and will automatically step through multiple alarm videos. DM indicates that the
monitor is a “display” or “review” monitor, which will collect alarm videos from one
or more step monitors.
When an alarm occurs, the alarmed camera's video will replace the current display
of the monitor. If the monitor is not armed, this location will be blank.
13.2.4Location 5 - Camera Arm Status Indication
In the CAMERA ARMED location characters CA are displayed if the camera being
viewed is armed for alarm on that monitor. If the alarm signal associated with this
camera becomes active, the camera will be displayed on the appropriate armed
monitors.
13.2.5Location 6 - Error Indication
This location is used to indicate an error on the part of the user. When a user error
occurs, this location will display an ERR symbol. The specific error number will
appear in locations 7 and 8. The error number will also appear in the Camera Number Display field on the keyboard. The display will return to normal after a few seconds have passed, or if the user presses [Enter] on the keyboard.
Location 6 is also used to indicate the sequencing direction when alarms occur. One
of four of the following character combinations will be displayed:
^
indicates the alarms are sequencing in a forward direction.
a.
R
R
indicates the alarms are sequencing in a reverse direction.
b.
V
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indicates the sequencing of alarms has stopped, but if started again
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S
would sequence in a forward direction.
S
indicates the sequencing of alarms has stopped, but if started again
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V
would sequence in a reverse direction.
Location 6 can also be used to display a symbol to indicate pan/tilt/zoom equipped
cameras. Using the keyboard (see User Function 35), or the optional LTC 8059/00
MCS, controllable cameras can be individually selected to display a “” symbol in
location 6 whenever they are viewed on a system monitor.
13.2.6Location 7 - Remote Lock Indication
This location will display characters RL to indicate that control over the movements
of the camera being viewed have been “locked” by a user. Control over this camera
is now possible only by the user who locked the camera or by a user with higher priority. If the camera is not locked, the icon will not be displayed. If a user error has
occurred, this location will temporarily hold part of the error number.
13.2.7Location 8 - Monitor Lock Indication
This location will display characters ML to indicate that the monitor has been
“locked” by a user. The camera currently being viewed can not be changed except
by the user who locked the monitor or one with higher priority. If the monitor is not
locked, the icon will not be displayed. If a user error has occurred, this location will
temporarily hold part of the error number.
13.2.8Location 9 - Sequence Type Indication
This location is used to display the type of sequence currently “loaded” on the monitor. An “absolute sequence” is indicated by the characters
monitors programmed in the sequence program refer to the exact monitor(s) from
which the sequence may be run. Sequences created using the system keyboards are
always of this type, so absolute sequences are the only type possible in a base system. Sequences designated as “relative sequences” are designated by the characters RS in this location. These sequences run on any monitor or group of monitors
and can be programmed only using the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or the
optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package with a personal computer.
13.2.9Locations 10 and 11 - Sequence Number
The sequence number currently active for the monitor is displayed in these two
locations. This number is between 1 and 60, or 00 to indicate that no sequence is
loaded.
A
which means that the
S
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13.2.10 Location 12 - Sequence Status Indication
This location indicates the status of the sequence “active” in the monitor. There are
four possible character combinations:
^
indicates the current sequence is sequencing in a forward direction.
a.
R
R
indicates the current sequence is sequencing in a reverse direction.
b.
V
^
c.
indicates the sequence is stopped, but if started again would sequence
S
in a forward direction.
S
indicates the sequence is stopped, but if started again would sequence
d.
V
in a reverse direction.
13.3 Monitor Title
The monitor message is a stationary 12-character title which may be placed on a
monitor instead of the system status display. A specific monitor message can be
programmed using the keyboard (see User Function 17), the optional LTC 8059/00
MCS package, or the optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package.
123456789101112
AAAMCERMASSS
llloareobeee
aaanmrmnsqqq
rrro/
mmmA A r L L R NN S
rr/ooeuut
mmD c c l mma
lkk
R
vw
Table 1: Format of Monitor Overlay's System Status Display
13.4 Broadcast Message
The operator of the personal computer can send a message using the optional LTC
8059/00 MCS package or the optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package to all the
monitors in the system. This message may be up to 24 characters long, and can be
used to notify all users at all monitor locations of important information. The message, along with its beginning and ending time and date, is also printed out on the
logging printer, if one is connected; and any acknowledgment from users is also
recorded. The broadcast duration may be set for 1 to 60 seconds. The message is
displayed on a line by itself.
13.5 Program Prompts
During entry of sequence programming using the keyboard, the Allegiant system
prompts the user on the monitor his keyboard is currently “controlling”. The display
will return to its previous form when the user leaves the programming mode.
The left-most display on the top line shows the camera number. This number is generated by the system and is always displayed. Each number is unique and identifies
this camera when using the keyboard for video call-ups.
In base systems, this number is the same as the numbered BNC connector that the
camera is plugged into on the rear of the bay (physical camera number). However,
the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or the optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software
package can be used to change this number to any unique number between 1 and
9999.
The option to display a 2-digit site number above the 4-digit camera number is userselectable. This “6-digit Camera ID” mode is especially useful when groups of cameras are located in separate buildings, floors, or other common areas.
13.7 Camera Title
The camera identification display is the first 16 characters of the lower line. These
16 characters label each camera. Each camera has its own title, which is displayed
whenever that camera is called-up for viewing. The characters can be entered from
the keyboard (see User Function 9) or may be entered from the personal computer
keyboard using the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or the optional LTC 8850/00
GUI Software package. A user selectable option provides the ability to display a 3rd
line of on-screen text. This third line can be configured to display up to 24 additional
camera title characters (40 characters total) or a 12-character monitor title. There
are over 4000 different characters that can be displayed. See Chapter 20, “Character ROM Tables for LTC 8600 and LTC 8800,” on page 86.
13.8 Video Loss Detection
The Allegiant system is capable of detecting loss of video. When the unit detects
lost video, the respective monitor display a VIDEO NOT PRESENT message.
NOTEIt may take up to five (5) seconds for the unit to display the video loss message
when a video source is disconnected.
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14Factory Default Settings
As the Allegiant system is shipped from the factory, certain features are placed in a
default configuration. The installer can select some of these features at the time of
system installation/configuration. Generally the default configuration represents the
simplest mode of operation, allowing the user to become familiar with the system
before any advanced features are selected. The default settings are described in the
sections below.
14.1 User Selectable DIP Switch Settings for Main CPU Bay
NOTEAfter changing any of the following switches, the system must either be powered
OFF and ON or reset using the keyboard (see user function 15).
14.1.1Upper CPU DIP Switch S1
System CPU modules contain three (3) 8-position DIP switches. The settings of the
upper DIP switch do not need to be changed from their factory default positions
except when using a Console Port Expander accessory unit or if a problem is
encountered when downloading new firmware into the CPU. For reference, the
functions are as follows:
DIP Switch Number Factory Default Setting “Upper” S1 DIP Switch Function
1OFF Not Used
2OFF Not Used
3OFFConsole Expander Use
4OFFConsole Expander Mode
5OFF Boot Mode
6OFF Not Used
7OFF Not Used
8OFF Not Used
•Switch 1 and 2 of S1
These switches are not used in these systems and should be left OFF.
•Switch 3 of S1
This switch should be set to ON if an LTC 8712 Series Console Port Expander is
connected to the Allegiant’s console port. This selection can also be set using
either the MCS or the PC-based GUI Software package.
•Switch 4 of S1
Use this switch to set the communication baud rate that the Allegiant will use
when connected to a LTC 8712 Series Console Port Expander. It is only applicable when DIP switch 3 is in the ON position. When set to ON, the baud rate will
be 57,600 bps (recommended setting). When OFF, the baud rate follows the
setting determined via DIP switch 8 of the lower CPU DIP switch. If switch 8 of
the lower DIP switch is OFF, the baud rate defaults to 19,200 bps. If switch 8 of
the lower DIP switch is ON, the user programmed baud setting is used, but the
user setting must be 19,200 baud or higher in order to operate.
•Switch 5 of S1
In the ON position, this switch is used to force the CPU into a “boot” mode so it
is ready to accept a download of an operating system program via its console
port. This setting should not be changed unless a problem has been encountered while attempting to download a new operating system program. When
this mode is enabled, the baud rate is fixed to 115200 and hardware handshake
is ON.
•Switch 6, 7, and 8 of S1
These switches do not currently provide user selectable options and should be
The middle DIP switch provides several user-selectable options. These options are
as follows:
DIP Switch Number Factory Default Setting “Middle” S2 DIP Switch Function
1OFF Reserved
2OFF Alarm Port Mode
3OFFOld Keyboard Modes
4OFF Printer Port Mode
5ONSecurity Feature
6OFF Not Used
7ONKeyboard Protocol Mode
8ONCommunication Parameters
•Switch 1 of S2
This switch is not used in these systems and should be left OFF.
•Switch 2 of S2
If switch 2 is turned ON, the alarm port on the rear of the main Allegiant bay is
configured as an auxiliary console port. This auxiliary port allows the alarm port
(in addition to the regular console port) to communicate with the optional LTC
8059/00 MCS package or the optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package.
The port can also be used to control the Allegiant system via the Console Command Language (documented in the optional CCL manual). The normal console
port and the alarm port (when switch 2 is on) may be used to control the Allegiant system simultaneously. Communications parameters (baud & handshake)
for the alarm port can be set using the keyboard (see User Function 32), with
the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or with the optional
LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package.
Note that the pin-out of the alarm port differs from that of the console port, so
the cable supplied with the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or with the
optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package can not be used when interfacing
with the alarm port. If necessary, See Chapter Appendix D, “Main Bay Rear
Panel Connector Pin-outs,” on page 117 for the alarm port pin-outs.
•Switch 3 of S2
This switch setting is ignored if DIP switch 7 (described below) is set to ON.
Current systems utilize a “variable speed” keyboard communication protocol.
Older systems and keyboards were limited to using “fixed speed” keyboard
communication protocols. In addition, there were two types of fixed speed protocols available. By default, newer CPUs are set to operate using “six poll byte”
variable speed mode, but if a newer CPU is installed into an older system, the
existing keyboards would not operate with this format. This option switch is
provided to support backward compatibility with the older style keyboards.
When this switch is set to OFF, the CPU in an LTC 8600 Series system communi-
cates with the system keyboards using a “four poll byte” protocol when this
switch is OFF. When it is on, the keyboard communication uses an “eight poll
byte” protocol. For LTC 8800 Series systems, the settings are reversed: “eight
poll bytes” when OFF, “four poll bytes” when ON.
This option is a global system setting that determines the communication protocol that will be used for all keyboards connected to the system.
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For reference, the following table lists the Allegiant Series keyboard models and
the protocol supported by each:
Keyboard modelSupported protocols
TC8550KB4 poll byte
TC8550KB-88 poll byte
TC85504 or 8 poll byte
TC8550A, TC8551A, TC85534, 6, or 8 poll byte
TC8554, TC85554, 6, or 8 poll byte
LTC 8553 Series4, 6, or 8 poll byte
LTC 8555 Series4, 6, or 8 poll byte
IntuiKey KBD-Universal6 poll byte
•Switch 4 of S2
This switch allows the printer port on the rear of the main Allegiant bay to be
configured as an auxiliary console port when it is turned ON. See the description above regarding switch 2 for information on using an auxiliary console port.
The printer port has the same pin-out as the normal console port, so the console cable supplied with the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or with the
optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package may be used to interface with the
printer port when switch 4 is ON. Communication parameters (baud & handshake) for the printer port can be set using a keyboard (see User Function 31),
or with the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or with the optional
LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package.
NOTEThis feature can also be implemented via the PRT2CON CCL command using an
external PC, dumb terminal or other computing device. Refer to the Allegiant Command Console Language (CCL) manual for complete information about using CCL
commands.
•Switch 5 of S2
This switch controls the system security modes. When this switch is set to ON,
the system log-in features can be controlled using keyboard User Function 27
and User Function 28 (refer to the section on Keyboard User Functions for complete information). Users with Priority 1 can access keyboard User Function 27
to select if the system keyboard log-in feature is enabled or disabled. When
enabled, the system keyboards require each user to log-in to the system and to
log-off the system. All users are required to enter a user number and the correct
password before the system permits interaction.
Users with Priority 1 can also access User Function 28 to select if the console
port log-in feature is enabled or disabled. When enabled, any external PC or
other computing device is required to log-in to the system and to log-off the system. All users are required to enter a user number and the correct password
before the system permits interaction
If this switch is turned OFF or if the features are disabled using User Functions
27 and 28, the system keyboards and the console port are always online with
the system.
NOTEWhen changing from the no 'log-on' mode to the 'log-on' mode, all system keyboards
•Switch 6 of S2
This switch is currently not used and should be left OFF.
•Switch 7 of S2
This switch controls the system keyboard polling mode. When switch 7 is ON
(factory default), the CPU communicates with all system keyboards via a “6 poll
byte” communication protocol. This format provides variable speed pan/tilt
control for AutoDome-equipped camera sites. Refer to the information for
Switch 3, above, for more details.
NOTEThe variable speed mode is not compatible with the pre-1996 TC8561 receiver/driv-
ers without using an LTC 8785 Series code converter unit.
Dip switch 7 can be turned OFF (usually at system installation) to allow operation with the older fixed speed-only type keyboards that are able to communicate only using the older format. In this mode, the system can communicate
with the older TC8561 Series of receiver/drivers without using the LTC 8785
code converter unit. Note that the fixed speed keyboard mode allows access to
only the first 63 auxiliary and pre-position functions. This is not an issue on
older receiver/driver versions, but may pose a problem if the system must be
expected to access all functions available in the AutoDome Series of pan/tilt/
zoom dome cameras or the higher preposition numbers in current versions of
Allegiant receiver/drivers.
•Switch 8 of S2
This switch controls the protocol settings of the external RS-232 port which
connect to the Console, Printer, and Alarm.
If the switch is turned OFF, the system uses the factory default settings for the
RS-232 data communication protocols as listed below.
With switch 8 ON, any RS-232 port protocols changed using the keyboard (see
User Function 30), the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package, or the optional LTC
8850/00 GUI Software package are active.
Users with Priority Level 1 can also use the keyboard (see User Function 29) to
reset any changed protocols back to the default settings (see below).
Switch 8 also controls the activation of a “boot screen” Command Script program previously downloaded into the CPU's memory. Command Scripts are
user-defined programs designed to provide special system functions or features
at system startup or reset. If the switch setting is OFF, any existing boot screen
function will not be activated.
The default (DIP switch 8 OFF or after activation of Keyboard User Function 29)
data communication settings for the Allegiant system are listed below.
The lower CPU dip switch does not currently provide any user selectable options,
and all settings should be left in their OFF position.
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14.2 User Selectable DIP Switch Settings for LTC 8816/00 Data
Receiver Modules used in LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion
Bays
NOTEAfter changing any of the following switches, the system must be powered off and
on using the LTC 8802 Series monitor expansion main power switch.
14.2.1Upper Data Receiver DIP Switch S1
LTC 8816/00 data receiver modules supplied in the LTC 8802 Series bays contain
three (3) 8-position DIP switches. The settings of the upper DIP switch do not need
to be changed from their factory default positions except when it is necessary to
change the factory default format for the internal raster generator or if a problem
occurs downloading new firmware into the data receiver module. The following
table list these functions:
DIP Switch Number Factory Default Setting “Upper” S1 DIP Switch Function
1ON/OFFRaster Generator Mode
2OFF Not Used
3OFF Not Used
4OFF Not Used
5OFF Boot Mode
6OFF Not Used
7OFF Not Used
8OFF Not Used
•Switch 1 of S1
This switch selects the frequency of the internal raster generator used for dis-
play of on-screen text during video loss conditions. When set to OFF, the raster
is generated at 60 Hz (default for 120 VAC models). When ON, the raster is generated at 50 Hz (default for 220-240 VAC models). To set the DIP switch
changes. power the unit OFF and then turn the unit ON.
•Switch 2, 3, and 4 of S1
These switches are not used in these systems and should be left OFF.
•Switch 5 of S1
In the ON position, this switch forces the data receiver into a “boot” mode so it
can accept a download of an operating system program via its console port.
When this mode is enabled, the baud rate is fixed to 115200 and hardware
handshake is ON.
•Switch 6, 7, and 8 of S1
These switches do not currently provide user selectable options and should be
The lower DIP switch provides certain user-selectable options. These options are as
follows:
DIP Switch Number Factory Default SettingS2 DIP Switch Function
1OFF Reserved
2OFFKeyboard Group
3ONKeyboard Group
4OFF Reserved
5OFF Reserved
6ONKeyboard Mode
7ONOperational Mode
8OFFOperational Mode
•Switch 1 of S2
This switch is reserved and should be left OFF.
•Switch 2 and Switch 3 of S2
Up to eight (8) system keyboards can be connected to the rear panel of the
LTC 8802 Series Monitor Expansion Bay. DIP switches 2 and 3 determine the
system keyboard group that can be assigned. Follow the table below to select
the desired group.
•Switch 4 and Switch 5 of S2
These switches are reserved and should always be left OFF.
•Switch 6 of S2
When switch 6 is ON, the LTC 8816/00 data receiver module communicates
with system keyboards using the newer “6 poll byte” protocol. This format is
required to provide variable speed pan/tilt control capability for AutoDome
equipped camera sites. If it is necessary to communicate to older system keyboards that are only compatible with fixed speed keyboard protocols, place the
switch in the OFF position.
•Switch 7 of S2
This switch determines the operational mode of the LTC 8816/00 and must
always be left ON.
•Switch 8 of S2
This switch determines the operational mode of the LTC 8816/00 and must
always be left OFF.
14.2.3Lower Data Receiver DIP Switch S3
•The lower DIP switch does not currently provide any user-selectable options,
and all settings should be left in their OFF position.
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15User Information
15.1 User Priority Levels
There are eight (8) levels of user priority in the Allegiant system. Each of the 32
users in the Allegiant system has a default priority level assignment. These user levels determine access to various system functions and provide a means to prioritize
user control of monitors and pan/tilt/zoom equipped camera sites. Generally, users
with higher priority (highest = 1) can regain control over monitors or pan/tilt/zoom
cameras 'locked' by another user.
User NumberDefault PasswordPriority LevelDefault Keyboard
The table above shows the default values of a base system. The 8 priority level user
assignments can be changed using the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or the
optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package. Note that in base systems where the
keyboard log-in feature has not been selected, a user number is automatically
assigned to a specific keyboard port. In this mode, setting the priority of the default
user essentially determines the priority level of the keyboard during operation. Also
shown in the table is the default user passwords assigned to each user as the system is shipped from the factory. Once a user is logged into the system, the pass-
word can be changed using the keyboard (see User Function number 10). Refer to
the specific section of the operation instructions for exact procedures of using keyboard User Functions. Although the table indicates 32 possible users, only 16 keyboards are supported in LTC 8600 Series systems.
15.2 User Priority Access Table
The following table shows system function access as it applies to the eight (8) levels
of users.
Priority Level
System Function 12 to 7 8
Switch Video On Monitors Yes Yes Yes
Control Pan/Tilt/Zoom Camera Yes Yes Yes
Lock Monitor Yes Yes Yes
Lock Pan/Tilt/Zoom CameraYes Yes Yes
Acknowledge Alarms Yes Yes Yes
Perform Keyboard TestYesYesYes
Show Keyboard NumberYesYesYes
Activate Keyboard BeeperYesYesYes
Change User PasswordYesYesYes
Program SequencesYes Yes No
Position Video Overlay Display Yes Yes No
Set Overlay Display BrightnessYesYesNo
Select Overlay Display Type Yes Yes No
Set System Time/Date Yes Yes No
Program Pre-positionsYesYesNo
Set Time/Date FormatYesNoNo
Set Camera and Monitor Titles Yes No No
Enable 3-Line Title ModeYesNoNo
Enable 6-Digit Camera ID ModeYesNoNo
Camera Vertical Phase SetYesNoNo
Enable Time EventsYesNoNo
Reset SystemYesNoNo
Printout Tables and SequencesYesNoNo
Default Monitor OverlayYesNoNo
Select Alarm Response ModeYes No No
Select Printer ModeYesNoNo
Designate Alarm Monitor TypeYesNoNo
Select Keyboard Log-inYesNoNo
Select Console Log-inYesNoNo
Configure/Reset RS-232 PortsYes NoNo
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16Alarm Information
16.1 General
The ability to automatically switch video in response to an external signal (usually a
contact closure) is a necessary feature in any video switching system. The Allegiant
system permits users with Priority Level 1 to select any 1 of 3 predefined alarm
response modes (via keyboard User Function 19). A description of these three (3)
modes appears below. Pictorial examples of the three (3) alarm responses are also
shown on the following pages.
The system can also be programmed with a wide variety of alarm response characteristics using the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package or the optional
LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package.
16.2 Basic Alarm Response Mode
In the Basic alarm response mode, any or all of the monitors can be selected as
alarm display monitors. Each alarm can then be armed to display its camera(s) on
any set of armed monitors. Multiple alarms, on the same monitor, will sequence at a
1 second rate. Note that monitors and alarms can be armed and disarmed individually as required. Alarmed video automatically clears when the alarm input signal is
reset.
16.3 Auto Build Alarm Response Mode
This mode uses a set of monitors as alarm display monitors. All system monitors
may be armed if desired. Each triggered alarm will display its alarm video on a different monitor, starting with the lowest numbered armed monitor. If all the armed
monitors are already displaying alarm video, subsequent alarms will build on the
existing alarmed monitors; and each monitor will sequence through its alarm videos
at a 1 second rate. Note that monitors and alarms can be armed and disarmed individually as required. Alarmed video will automatically clear when the alarm input
signal is reset.
16.4 Sequence and Display Alarm Response Mode
This mode designates two monitors as alarm response monitors. Monitor #1 is the
DISPLAY monitor (also called a REVIEW monitor) and monitor #2 is the SEQUENCE
(or STEP) monitor. The first alarm appears on both monitors and additional alarms
begin to sequence at a 1 second rate on the SEQUENCE monitor. The DISPLAY
monitor holds the first alarmed camera video until manually acknowledged through
the keyboard. When the first video is cleared from the DISPLAY monitor, the next
alarmed video (“next” meaning the camera that enters an alarmed state second) is
displayed until cleared; operation continues in this manner. Note that alarms can be
armed and disarmed individually as required. Note also that all alarms must be manually cleared; the presence of alarm video is not dependent upon the duration of the
alarm input signal to the system.
In the Basic alarm response mode, cameras are individually armed for each
alarm monitor.
Monitors and their respectively armed
cameras are programmed individually.
Multiple alarms on monitors are
sequenced automatically.
Alarmed video remains on monitors for
duration of alarm input signal.
Auto-Build Mode
In the Auto-Build alarm response mode,
alarms “build-up” on armed monitors as
new alarms are received.
Any number of monitors may be armed.
Multiple alarms on monitors are
sequenced automatically. Alarm video
remains on monitors for duration of
alarm input signal.
Alarm StatusAlarm Station Display
1
st
AlarmVideo associated with 1
st
alarm is displayed on any or
all appropriately armed
monitors.
2
nd
AlarmVideo associated with 2
nd
alarm is displayed on any or
all appropriately armed
monitors.
3
rd
AlarmVideo associated with 3rd
alarm is displayed on any or
all appropriately armed
monitors.
Alarm StatusAlarm Station Display
1
st
Alarm
Video associated with
1
st
alarm is displayed
on monitor # 1 (if
armed).
2
nd
Alarm
Video associated with
2
nd
alarm is displayed
on monitor # 2 (if
armed).
3
rd
Alarm
Video associated with
3
rd
alarm is displayed
on monitor # 3 (if
armed).
.
.
.
8
th
Alarm
Video associated with
8
th
alarm is displayed
on monitor # 8 (if
armed).
9
th
Alarm
Video associated with
9
th
alarm is sequenced
with video of 1st alarm
on monitor # 1.
16.5 Alarm Activated Pre-position
Alarm activated pre-position capability exists in each of the three (3) alarm
response modes. This enables a pan/tilt/zoom equipped camera to automatically
position itself to a preprogrammed scene as a result of an alarm signal. When using
conventional pan/tilt equipped devices and zoom lenses, they must have the necessary options for pre-position control. The system default is to activate pre-position #16 of the system camera receiving an alarm. Using the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS
package or the optional LTC 8850/00 GUI Software package, the user can configure
a response to alarms as required.
16.6 Sample Alarm Responses
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Display
Monitor
Sequence
Monitor
Monitor ActionsKeyboard
Operator
Action
1st Alarm
Occurs
D = Video associated with 1st
alarm is displayed.
NONE
S = Video associated with 1st
alarm is displayed.
D = Video associated with 1st
alarm is displayed.
NONE
2nd Alarm
Occurs
S = Video associated with 1st and
2nd alarm is displayed.
D = Video associated with 1st
alarm is displayed.
NONE
3rd Alarm
Occurs
S = Video associated with 1st, 2nd
and 3rd alarm is displayed.
D = 1st alarm video is removed.
2nd alarm video is now displayed.
1st Alarm
Acknowledged
S = Video associated with 2nd and
3rd alarms continue to sequence.
D = 2nd alarm video is removed.
3rd alarm video is now displayed.
2nd Alarm
Acknowledged
S = Only video associated with
2nd alarm remains.
Since all alarms have been
acknowledged, both monitors
return to normal operator control.
3rd Alarm
Acknowledged
Sequence & Display Mode
In the Sequence & Display mode alarm response mode, a monitor pair is used to
display alarmed video.
Allegiant alarm responses include the ability to trigger isolated alarm relay outputs
from an LTC 8540/00 Alarm Interface unit. An alarm output is typically used to activate the alarm input of a security Digital Video Recorder (DVR) or other alerting
device. In this type of scenario, a DVR is programmed to change recording speeds
from a slower rate to a faster rate upon alarm activation. Operation of the relay outputs from the LTC 8540 Alarm Interface unit depends on the system configuration
for responding to alarm events. The alarm output relays behave according to the following conditions:
1.Relay 1 activates if the system uses the Basic alarm response mode and an
alarm occurs on any system monitor. Relay 1 deactivates after all alarms have
been removed from the inputs. Relay 1 also deactivates if the system (monitor
or alarms) is disarmed by an operator via the keyboard. Pressing [Acknowledge]
on the system keyboard does not deactivate Relay 1 since the alarm video follows the contact applied to the unit in this alarm response mode. Other relays
are not used in this mode.
2.Relay 1 activates if the base system is set to use the Sequence & Display alarm
response mode and an alarm occurs on any system monitor. Relay 1 deactivates
after all alarm videos have been acknowledged (by pressing the [Acknowledge]
key) via system operator(s) from all system monitors. Relay 1 also deactivates if
the system is disarmed (either the monitor or the alarm(s)) by an operator via
the keyboard. Removal of the alarm input does not deactivate Relay 1 since the
alarm video(s) are not dependent on duration of the contact applied to the unit
in this alarm response mode. Other relays are not used in this mode.
3.If the base system uses the Autobuild alarm response mode and an alarm
occurs on system monitors, the relay corresponding to the monitor number activates for the duration that the corresponding alarm input is applied to the unit.
The relay deactivates if the monitor associated with the relay or if the alarm(s)
being displayed on the monitor is disarmed by an operator via the keyboard.
Pressing [Acknowledge] on the system keyboard does not deactivate the relays
since the alarm video follows the contact applied to the unit in this alarm
response mode.
4.If the Alarm Group table screen, in the PC- based LTC 8059/00 MCS package or
the LTC 8850/00 GUI Software, contains an alarm group that includes monitors
and the monitor option has been selected in the Relay Action column, the corresponding relay activates for the duration the alarm video remains on the monitor. The relay deactivates if the associated monitor (or the alarm(s) being
displayed on the monitor) is disarmed by an operator via the keyboard. Pressing
[Acknowledge] on the system keyboard does not deactivate the relay unless this
feature has been selected for the associated alarm group. If the Monitor option
has been set to 1 in the group table, only Relay 1 activates when monitors in
that alarm group become alarmed.
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17Keyboard Operation
17.1 General
Primary operation of an Allegiant switcher is controlled via the system keyboard.
The two types of keyboards currently available are:
•Conventional LTC 8555 Series (incorporates LEDs and pushbuttons).
•IntuiKey model (uses dynamic LCD menu screens).
General operation steps for both keyboard models follows. Refer to the individual
instruction manuals supplied with the keyboard for additional information.
As the system is supplied from the factory, various user selectable features are set
to a default state. See Chapter 14, “Factory Default Settings,” on page 50 for complete feature descriptions. Since these features are user selectable and can have a
significant effect on the operation of the system, it is important to take note of any
changes that may be in effect.
17.2 System Commands
17.2.1Keyboard Log-in Procedure
Keyboard modes:
•Factory default, a keyboard is ready for use as soon as power is applied to the
system.
•System operator must log-on to a keyboard to access the system. When a system is configured to use the keyboard log-on, operators must be pre-assigned a
user number and password. Up to 32 user numbers are available, each having
default priority level. User specific priority levels can be changed only via the
optional PC-based LTC 8059/00 MCS package or the LTC 8850/00 GUI Software. Refer to the software manual for complete details.
If the log-on feature is enabled and an operator is not logged-in, LED keyboards
show flashing dashes in their display. IntuiKey keyboards prompt for entry of a user
number when attempting to enter the main Allegiant softscreen menu.
Enter your assigned user number via the numeric keypad and press [Enter]. When
prompted, enter the password. Invalid passwords cause the keyboard to revert to
its initial state. Once the log-in is successful, the keyboard will show camera and
monitor numbers in its display.
Upon logging in, the monitor controlled by the keyboard may automatically switch to
a pre-assigned camera number. This function is only applicable if enabled by the
system administrator (via the optional MCS package) and may not function if the
monitor is running a sequence and/or in an alarm condition.
NOTEThe information below applies to both IntuiKey keyboards and the LTC 8555 Series
keyboards. Where applicable, button designations specific to IntuiKey keyboards
are shown in plain text. Equivalent button designations that apply to the LTC 8555
Series keyboards are placed in brackets ([ ]) immediately after the IntuiKey button
text.
If the log-in feature has not been enabled, this action is not applicable. If the feature
has been enabled, press: User Log-off [User, then OFF].
Any priority based remote control or monitor locks made by the user will automatically be released at time of log-off.
17.3 Switcher Commands
•Camera Selection: Enter a camera number for viewing and press [Enter]. (The
keyboard default mode is the camera mode).
•If the Allegiant is configured to operate in “6-digit Camera ID” mode, up to 6
digits can be entered. If the new camera is at the same “site” as the current
camera, simply enter 1 to 4 camera number digits.
If the desired camera is at a different “site”, 5 or 6 digits must be entered. The
first and second digits would be the site number and the remaining 4 digits,
including any leading zeros would be the camera number at that site.
•Monitor Selection: Press MON [Monitor], enter a monitor number and press [Enter].
17.4 Controlling Camera Movement
Camera positioning is controlled via an eight-way joystick on the right-hand side of
the keyboard. This joystick controls the camera pan/tilt (if equipped), moves the
camera up, down, left, right, or diagonally. Moving the joystick up and to the right
simultaneously moves the camera in a diagonal direction.
Rotate the joystick knob to control the zoom lens in or out. The direction of its
response depends on the camera/lens model and certain system configuration settings that are determined at installation. Up to four pan/tilt/zoom commands may
be sent to a remote camera site at a time (Example - Zoom In, Focus Far, Pan Left,
and Tilt Down). All three (3) zoom lens functions can also be sent simultaneously
(Example - Zoom Out, Focus Near, Iris Open).
17.4.1Focus and Iris Lens Control
The lens control buttons are on the right side of the keyboard. The camera's zoom
lens (if equipped) is controlled to focus near or far, and open or close the iris (if the
lens supports manual iris operation).
17.4.2Lock or Unlock Control of a Camera
When using IntuiKey keyboards, press [Device Lockout], located on the main Allegiant menu screen to enter a menu screen for these options. With the LTC 8555
Series keyboards, press [Lock], then [ON] to lock a camera. To unlock a camera,
press [OFF]. If the camera to be locked is not the one currently being viewed, enter
the camera number via the numeric keyboard (but do not press [Enter]) before
pressing [Lock].
If the Status option is enabled, the section of the onscreen overlay between the
camera number and the time shows RL, indicating the camera is locked. Activating a
camera lock immediately prevents other operators (unless they have a higher priority) from controlling the locked pan/tilt/zoom camera. Remember to unlock the
camera when finished so other operators can access it.
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17.4.3Lock or Unlock Control of a Monitor
•When using IntuiKey keyboards, press [Device Lockout], located on the main
Allegiant menu screen for these options.
•With LTC 8555 Series keyboards, press [Monitor], [Lock], then [ON] to lock a monitor or [OFF] to unlock the monitor. If the monitor to be unlocked is not the one
currently being controlled by the keyboard, enter the monitor number (but do
not press [Enter]) after you press [Monitor].
If the Status option is enabled, the section of the on-screen overlay between the
camera number and the time shows
prevents other operators from changing the video on the monitor being used
(unless they have a higher priority). Remember to unlock the monitor when finished
so other operators can access it. If an operator with a higher priority accesses a
locked monitor and switches to a different camera, the lock is automatically
removed.
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indicating the monitor is locked. This status
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17.4.4Recording a Camera Pre-position Scene
Select a camera with pan/tilt/zoom control and with preposition options. Using the
joystick and lens controls, adjust the camera to view the scene you wish to store.
When using IntuiKey keyboards, press [Camera Control], located on the main Allegiant menu screen to enter a menu screen with this option. Press Set Shot [Set], then
select the scene number via the numeric keypad, and press [Enter]. The camera
position is stored for recall later.
If an AutoDome Series camera is being used, certain pre-position commands are
also used to activate operational features/functions. Refer to the AutoDome operation manual for complete information.
If an Allegiant conventional receiver/driver is being controlled, the pan/tilt and
zoom lens must have the necessary options for pre-position operation. On certain
models of AutoDomes and Allegiant Receiver/Driver Series, it is possible to disable
a previously stored pre-position, or remove it from a pre-position tour, by pressing
Set Shot [Set], the digit 9, followed by the 2-digit pre-position number. Refer to information supplied with the device to determine if it supports this feature.
NOTEAlarm activations are defaulted to call preposition scene 16.
17.4.5Recalling a Camera Pre-position Scene
Select the camera to be activated. Press [Shot], enter a previously stored camera
position number via the numeric keypad, then press [Enter]. The camera automati-
cally returns to the previously stored position. If a second pre-position is called
prior to the completion of the first, the camera will move directly to the second
shot.
If the AutoDome Series camera is being used, certain pre-position commands are
also used to activate operational features/functions. Refer to the AutoDome operation manual for complete information.
17.4.6Activate/Deactivate Auxiliary Function
When using IntuiKey keyboards, press [Camera Control], on the main Allegiant menu
screen to enter a menu containing these options. To turn on an auxiliary function of
a remote camera device, press Aux ON [ON], enter the number of the auxiliary you
would like to activate and then press [Enter]. Holding the [Enter] key down causes the
auxiliary function to be sent repeatedly. This capability is useful when the auxiliary
is activating a housing window washer function, or a temporary light source.
To t urn OFF an auxiliary function of a remote camera device, press Aux OFF [OFF],
enter the number of the auxiliary you would like to deactivate and then press [Enter].
With the AutoDome Series of cameras, auxiliary commands are used to activate/
deactivate certain operational features/functions. Refer to the AutoDome camera
manual for complete information on features supported by the model.
In the Allegiant Receiver/Driver Series, the first four auxiliaries correspond to relay
outputs. Option switches in the receiver/driver can configure these to operate as
either latching or momentary type functions. If configured for the latching type, the
auxiliary stays on once it is activated until it is turned OFF. If configured as momen-
tary, the auxiliary remains on only as long as the [Enter] key is pressed. Auxiliary outputs 2 through 4 can also be configured as a contact closure, 24 VAC, or as line
voltage. Auxiliary number 5 controls the DITHER function, detailed below. Auxiliary
number 6 corresponds to an internal receiver/driver AUTOPANNING feature, previ-
ously enabled by an option switch inside the receiver/driver.
DITHER is a legacy Allegiant receiver/driver feature designed to extend the life of
tube-based low-light level cameras. Its function was to prevent bright lights in the
scene from burning a spot on the camera imager. When this feature is active and the
pan/tilt is not moved for a period of about two minutes, the receiver/driver automatically pans right for approximately 0.5 seconds. Two minutes later, a pan left occurs,
and the cycle continues until disabled. The feature is enabled by an option switch in
the receiver/driver, and is controlled by the auxiliary 5 function. To activate the
DITHER function, turn [ON] auxiliary 5. To deactivate the feature, turn OFF auxiliary
5. When first enabled, the pan/tilt unit makes one short left/right cycle to indicate
that the DITHER function has been activated. Note that a camera in the DITHER
mode will accumulate a viewing error if left unattended for a long period of time, so
occasionally a manual adjustment of the pan/tilt may be required.
17.5 Alarm Commands
17.5.1Arm/Disarm Individual Alarms
Alarm commands control the system's automatic video switching capabilities, in
response to alarm signals.
When using IntuiKey keyboards, press [Alarm Control], located on the main Allegiant
menu screen, to enter a menu screen with these options. To arm an individual alarm
on the monitor currently controlled by the IntuiKey, press [Arm Alarm], enter the
alarm number to be armed via the numeric keypad, then press [Enter]. To disarm an
individual alarm when using the IntuiKey, press [Disarm Alarm], enter the alarm number to be disarmed via the numeric keypad, then press [Enter].
To arm/disarm an individual alarm when using an LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press
Alarm, enter in the alarm number to be armed via the numeric keypad, and then
press [ON] to arm the alarm, or [OFF] to disarm it. The camera number activated by
an alarm, by default, is the same as the alarm number, although this relationship can
be changed via the optional Allegiant PC-based MCS package. When the alarm number does not match the camera number, it is important to specify the alarm number
when using this command. The monitor status display (if enabled) shows CA (camera/alarm armed) whenever an armed camera is selected.
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17.5.2Arm/Disarm All Alarms
Press [Alarm Control], located on the main Allegiant menu screen to enter the menu
screen containing these options. When using the IntuiKey keyboard:
•To arm all alarms currently controlled on the monitor, press [Arm All Alarms].
•To disarm all alarms, press [Disarm All Alarms].
When using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard:
•To arm all alarms, press [User]. Then, press [Alarm] and then press [ON].
•To disarm all alarms, press [OFF].
17.5.3Arm/Disarm Monitor
When using the IntuiKey keyboard:
•Press [Alarm Control], located on the main Allegiant menu screen to enter the
screen with these options.
•To arm the monitor currently controlled, press [Arm Monitor].
•To disarm the monitor, press [Disarm Monitor].
When using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard:
•To arm the monitor, press [User]. Then, press [Monitor] and then press [ON] to
arm all alarms.
•To disarm all alarms, press [OFF].
NOTEAlarm video appears on a monitor only if the monitor is armed and the alarm is
armed for that monitor. The monitor status display (if enabled) will show
tor armed).
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(moni-
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17.5.4Alarms Acknowledgement
Bell [Ack] is provided so system operators can respond to alarms from the keyboard.
Press Bell [Ack] when the keyboard is beeping (due to an alarm condition) to silence
the beeper. Depending on alarm configuration programming, subsequent pressing
of Bell [Ack] either clears an alarm video from the monitors or has no effect.
17.6 Sequence Control
17.6.1Load/Clear a Sequence
To load a previously programmed sequence to run on your monitor, press Load Sequence [Seq], enter the desired sequence number (1 to 60), then press [Enter].
Note that loading a sequence does not automatically start the sequence running.
Since sequences may be programmed to use more than one monitor, all required
monitors must be available. If a sequence is already on a monitor, the operator who
loaded it originally (or an operator with a higher priority) is permitted to load a new
sequence on the monitor(s). Others will receive an error message.
To clear a monitor sequence, press Load sequence [Seq], then press [Enter]. Only the
operator who originally loaded it (or an operator with a higher priority) is permitted
to clear a monitor sequence. Others will receive an error message. If enabled, the
status display area of the monitor indicates the sequence number in the appropriate
location. If no sequence is currently loaded, 00 is displayed.
To run a sequence currently loaded on a monitor, press Start Sequence [Run]. If the
sequence is stopped, the command starts sequencing. Direction of the sequencing
is indicated in the monitor status display (if enabled), by a directional arrow and the
letter R to the right of the sequence number. If Start Sequence [Run] is pressed while
a sequence is already running, the switcher goes immediately to the next step in the
sequence. Holding down Start Sequence [Run] produces a quick-scan effect. If Start Sequence [Run] is depressed when no sequence is loaded, an error results. If the
monitor is in alarm, Start Sequence [Run] controls switching of alarm video rather
than a loaded sequence.
17.6.3Stop a Running Sequence
To stop a sequence that is currently running, press Hold Sequence [Hold]. The monitor status display shows a S to the right of the sequence number. If the sequence is
already stopped, pressing Hold Sequence [Hold] has no effect. If no sequence is cur-
rently loaded, pressing Hold Sequence [Hold] results in an error condition. If the monitor is in alarm, Hold Sequence [Hold] stops the alarm switcher rather than a loaded
sequence.
17.6.4Controlling Sequence Direction
The direction of a sequence can be set to run either forward or reverse. It is also
possible to manually step forward or reverse through a stopped sequence.
These actions work as follows:
If Next Sequence Step [Next] is pressed with the sequence in the stop state, the
sequence switches forward and remains stopped. If the sequence is running when
Next Sequence Step [Next] is pressed, it immediately goes to the next step and continues to run. The same is true for the Previous Sequence Step [Prev] button, but in
the reverse direction. If either Next Sequence Step [Next] or Previous Sequence Step [Prev] is held down, quick-scan switching at a rate of approximately two steps per
second will take place. When sequences are first loaded, their direction defaults to
forward.
If Previous Sequence Step [Prev] is pressed while a camera sequence is running, it
reverses the sequence. If Previous Sequence Step [Prev] is pushed while in a hold
mode, and the display is showing the forward prompt, the first push changes the
direction only, and a second push then switches to the previous step.
The same is true for Next Sequence Step [Next] in the opposite direction. The monitor
status display shows an arrow pointing either up or down to indicate the sequence
direction. The arrow will be to the right of the sequence number, either above or
below the sequence run R or stopped S indicator. If the monitor is in alarm, Previous Sequence Step [Prev] and Next Sequence Step [Next] control the alarm switcher rather
than the loaded sequence.
If no sequence is loaded, pressing Next Sequence Step [Next] or Previous Sequence Step [Prev] automatically steps the switcher through the camera numbers in numerical order.
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17.7 Sequence Programming
17.7.1Programming a Simple Camera Sequence
The Allegiant system has powerful sequencing capabilities. Using a system keyboard, it is possible to enter sequences to run on a single or on multiple monitors.
As long as valid camera and monitor numbers are used, they can be entered into a
sequence randomly. More powerful features are available when sequences are programmed via the PC-based LTC 8059 MCS, including receiver/driver activation as
part of a sequence step.
Sequence programming is limited only by the amount of CPU memory reserved for
storing the sequence steps.
The current limit for these Allegiant models is 3000 steps. Comparing a sequence to
a spreadsheet, a simple sequence would consist of three (3) columns as follows:
CAMERA MONITOR DWELL
1 1 2
2 1 2
3 1 2
4 1 2
5 1 2
Sequence programming is best described by going through the above example. To
enter the programming mode, press Program Sequence [Prog]. Enter an available
sequence number (1 to 60 for these Allegiant models), then press [Enter]. The on-
screen monitor display changes to the following format:
1st Line = Site ** S0001 L0001 Time(Ignore)
2nd Line = >C0001< M001 D02 Date(Ignore)
** 2-digit site number will be displayed only if 6-digit camera ID is mode is enabled.
The top line of the display always indicates the current step being viewed in the
S0001 section. The total length of the sequence is displayed in the L0001 section.
When programming a new sequence, the camera number that was being viewed
before entering the programming mode is automatically placed between the > <
prompts, as in the example C0001 above. Now enter the 1st camera of the sequence
into this position. If 6-digit camera ID mode is enabled, five or six digits must be
entered. If the camera number is correct, no action is necessary. If not, enter the
desired camera number via the keypad and press [Enter].
Using the joystick, move RIGHT one step. The prompts will shift over to the monitor
number shown in the example M001. The monitor that was being controlled by the
keyboard before entering the programming mode is defaulted to this position. If correct, no action is necessary. If not, enter the desired monitor number via the keypad, and press [Enter].
Move RIGHT again. The prompts now shift over to the dwell time shown in the
example D02. The default dwell time for a new sequence is always two (2) seconds.
If a different dwell period is desired, change the value to any number between 1 and
60. One line is now complete. Press Next Step [Next] to add a second line. The cam-
era number increments automatically, while the monitor number and dwell remain
the same as the first line. Since this line is correct, no change is necessary and Next Step [Next] may be pressed three (3) more times until line five (5) is reached. The
joystick can be used to move around within the spreadsheet, but only the Next Step [Next] key can add new lines.
Continue entering camera, monitor, and dwell times in this fashion until finished. If
you only want to store the sequence for future use and then exit the programming
mode, press Exit/Save [Prog]. Press Exit/Run [Run], to exit the programming mode,
store the sequence into memory, and start the sequence running. The switcher
steps through the five (5) steps in the order shown, and repeats the sequence when
it reaches the last step.
To program a sequence to run once through all its steps and then stop, enter the
value 62 for the dwell time in the last step and press [Enter]. The dwell display will
change to STP, meaning stop. To program a sequence to run once through all its
steps and then unload itself, enter the value 63 for the dwell time in the last step,
and press [Enter]. The dwell display will change to ULD, meaning unload.
To edit an existing sequence, press Program Sequence[Prog], enter the existing
sequence number, then press [Enter]. You can insert a line into a sequence by navigating down to the line where inserting a new line, and press Insert Step [ON]. A new
line identical to the one you are on is added to the next step. To delete a step, navigate to the line to be deleted, and press Delete Current Step[OFF]. To delete all steps
below the line you are viewing, press Delete From Here To End [Lock]. (Be careful
with this feature!)
It is also possible to erase a sequence: Press Delete From Here To End [Lock] while on
the first line of the sequence. Then press Delete Current Step[OFF]. The sequence
will be erased, and the programming mode is automatically exited.
Sequence Function Summary
All programming key functions for the LTC 8555 Series are summarized in the following table:
KeyDescription
PROGSelects or terminates program mode
CLEARClears current entry
ENTERStores current entry
PREVStores entry and move up one step
NEXTStores entry and move down one step; add new step if necessary
ONInsert step before current step
OFFDelete current step
UPMove up one step
DOWNMove down one step, if step already exists
LEFTMove prompt left one cell
RIGHTMove prompt right one cell
LOCKErase all steps after current step
RUNExit, store, load, and run current sequence
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17.7.2Programming a SalvoSwitching Camera Sequence
A SalvoSwitching sequence can be used to switch a group of monitors simultaneously as a synchronized group. To program a Salvo sequence, enter the programming mode as described above for a simple camera sequence. By definition, Salvo
sequencing involves more than one monitor. An example of a simple Salvo sequence
that switches cameras on three (3) monitors simultaneously is shown below:
In general, follow the instructions used for the simple camera sequence (described
above), but instead of entering a number of seconds for steps that must switch
instantly, enter 61 and press [Enter]. This causes the switcher to automatically
change to the salvo abbreviation SLV. Dwell time (in seconds) is entered only when
you reach the step containing the last monitor that will be switched within the synchronized group.
User functions are keyboard operations which are used infrequently, but provide
important system options.
NOTE: Certain functions are restricted to certain user priority levels. Additional
information on user priority levels can be found in the See Chapter 15, “User Information,” on page 56. To execute these user functions, select the desired function,
and follow the general steps below.
For IntuiKey keyboards, User Functions are accessed using the following procedure:
1.From the main Allegiant screen, press [User Functions] (softkey).
2.Use Previous or Next to navigate to the desired function or press the [Enter User
Command] key and enter the desired number.
3.Press the desired softkey.
For LTC 8555 Series keyboards, User Functions are accessed using the following
procedure:
1.Press [User] and verify the indicator lights.
2.Using the numeric keypad, enter the desired User Function number.
3.Press [Enter]. Note that the keyboard camera display shows F followed by the
selected function number.
4.Follow the directions for the specific user function (described in its section,
herein). In many cases, the joystick is used to select options
5.Press [User] to exit back to normal mode.
USER 2 ENTER
The above example accesses User Function #2 as described below.
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These functions are listed in the table shown below.
Joystick
Fn#
Up/Down
12-78
1 n/a n/a Local keyboard test Y Y Y
2 n/a n/a Show keyboard port number Y Y Y
3 n/a n/a Select keyboard beeper ON/OFF Y Y Y
4 Up/Down Left/Right Adjust position of monitor display Y Y N
5 BrightnessMsg vs. Stat Monitor display brightness/status selection Y Y N
6 Time/Date ON/OFFOverlay ON/OFF Select monitor display option Y Y N
7 Set Select Set time Y Y N
8 Set Select Set date Y Y N
9 Set Select Set camera ID Y NN
10 n/a n/a Change user password YY Y Y
11 Select n/a Select time/date format Y N N
12 n/a n/a Default all monitor overlays Y N N
13 Select n/a Print configuration tables to system printer Y N N
14 n/a n/a Reserved - -15 n/a n/a Reset system YY N N
16 Select Enable/Disable Time event enable/disable Y N N
17 Set Select Set monitor ID Y N N
18 Select n/a Print sequence Y N N
19 Select n/a Select alarm response YY N N
20 Select n/a Select printer verbosity Y N N
21 Select n/a Designate alarm monitor type YY N N
22 Select n/a Select control code format (fixed/variable) Y N N
23 n/a n/a Display CPU software version number Y Y Y
24 Up/Down Left/Right Set positions on all monitor displays Y Y N
25 Brightness Msg. vs. Stat. Brightness/Status select on all monitor displays Y Y N
26 Time/Date Overlay Set display option on all monitors Y Y N
27 Keyboard Log-in SelectSelect keyboard log-in YY N N
28 Console Log-in Select Select console log-in YY N N
29 Default Parameters Select Default RS-232 parameters YY N N
30 Console Parameters Select Set console RS-232 parameters YY N N
31 Printer Parameters Select Set printer RS-232 parameters YY N N
32 Alarm ParametersSelectSet Alarm RS-232 parametersYY YY
33 n/a n/a Display user number and priority Y Y Y
34 Select n/a Camera indicator Y N N
35 Camera No. Enable/Disable Controllable cameras Y N N
36 Select Enable/Disable Select crosspoint data Y N N
37 Select n/aR/D addresses mode Y N N
38 Select n/a Printer port mode YY N N
39 Select n/a Select DIU interface port YY N N
40 n/a n/a Reserved - - 41 Select n/a Set Satellite Communication Format YY N N
42 Select n/a Keyboard log-in auto-off mode YY N N
43 n/a n/a CPU battery status Y Y Y
44Selectn/aCamera vertical phase setYYNN
45n/an/aCPU temperature statusNNN
46Selectn/aTwo/Three Line TitlesYYNN
47Selectn/aSix-Digit Camera IDYYNN
99 Select n/a Use functions index Y Y Y
User Function 1 can be used as a local test to ensure that all the keyboard LEDs and
switches are working. This function automatically calibrates the center position of
the analog joystick on LTC 8555 keyboards. Upon entering this test, the keyboard
will beep and all LEDs will light for about two (2) seconds. The USER should note if
there are any LED failures.
Each key may be pressed to display a unique code number associated with that key.
Follow the table below to ensure that all keys are properly being processed by the
keyboard. Push [USER] last, as this causes the keyboard to exit the test mode. If the
log-on system feature has been selected by the system installer, the same local test
may be initiated while the keyboard is not ON LINE by pressing * (STAR).
Key No.
IRIS UP 044
IRIS DOWN 045
FOCUS UP 042
FOCUS DOWN043
ZOOM CLOCKWISE
ZOOM COUNTERCLOCKWISE
ALARM 004
USER 000
SEQUENCE 032
HOLD 036
RUN 033
PREVIOUS 035
NEXT 034
#1 010
#2 018
#3 026
#4 011
#5 019
#6 027
CAMERA 024
MONITOR 008
ACKNOWLEDGE 005
PROGRAM 002
SET 001
SHOT 009
OFF 025
ON 017
* (STAR)016
LOCK 003
#7 012
#8 020
#9 028
CLEAR 037
#0 013
ENTER 029
1
UP
1
RIGHT
1
DOWN
1
LEFT
1
Keyboard tests show a speed indicator value in the first digit position when per-
forming pan, tilt, or zoom actions.
1
041
1
040
052
051
050
053
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User Function 2 - Show Keyboard Port Number
User Function 2 may be used to identify which port a keyboard is plugged into. After
entering User Function 2, read the keyboard port number from the monitor display
on the keyboard. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 3 - Select Keyboard Beeper ON/OFF
When User Function 3 is selected, the keyboard user may enable/disable the keyboard audio beeper. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [ON] to enable the
beeper or [OFF] to disable it. Press [User] to exit. Upon power up of the keyboard
and whenever the Allegiant system undergoes a reset, this setting is set to [ON].
User Function 4 - Adjust Position of Monitor Overlay
User Function 4 allows the characters on the video monitor display to be positioned
from the keyboard. Only the display on the monitor that the keyboard is currently
connected to is affected. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, use the joystick to
position the display as required. Press [Enter] to store the position. Press [User] to
exit.
User Function 5 - Monitor Display Brightness/Status Selection
The white portion of the characters on the video monitor display may be made
brighter or dimmer by the User Function 5. Only the display on the monitor that the
keyboard is currently connected to is affected. After entering the mode, there are
four possible settings. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, moving the joystick up
increases the brightness, and moving it down decreases the brightness.
The User Function 5 also permits selection of either the status display or a 12-character monitor message to appear in the first line of the monitor display. The status
display indicates alarm, sequence, and lockout information regarding the monitor.
The monitor message is a stationary display. This means the display will not change
as video is switched from camera to camera on the monitor. After entering the
mode, move the joystick left to select monitor message format, and right to select
status format. If using LTC 8555 Series keyboard, to exit the mode, press [User].
User Function 6 - Select Monitor Display Option
User Function 6 allows the user to remove the time and date (the left side of the display), or the entire display from the individual monitor. If using the LTC 8555 Series
keyboard, move the joystick down to blank the time and date from the screen. This
is sometimes desirable when a signal from a DVR with its own time and date is
being used. Move the joystick up to add the time and date back. Move the joystick
left to blank the left side portion of the display from the monitor, and right to return
it. Refer to User Function 5 to verify brightness level. Press [User] to exit the mode.
User Function 7 - Set Time
User Function 7 enables user setting of the time displayed on all system monitors.
After entering the mode, use the joystick to select hours, minutes, or seconds in an
edit line (displayed on the monitor screen). If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard,
moving the joystick up or down counts the data item up or down; moving right or
left selects between data items. NEXT is used to set the seconds to zero. If [NEXT]
is pressed when the seconds are over 30, the minute count (shown on the operating
clock display) is incremented. If [NEXT] is pressed when the seconds are under 30,
the minutes are left unaffected. Press [Enter] to update the time displayed on all system monitors, and press [User] to exit the mode.
User Function 8 enables the user to set the date displayed on all system monitors. If
using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, use the joystick to select the day, month, or
year in an edit line (displayed on the monitor screen). Move the joystick up or down
to count the data item up or down; move right or left selects between the data
items. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [Enter] to update the date displayed on all system monitors. Press [User] to exit the mode.
User Function 9 - Set Camera ID
User Function 9 permits entry of a 16-character camera identification message. This
message appears on the video monitor display whenever the specific camera is
called up for viewing. If desired, this message can be used to identify the particular
scene being viewed. See Chapter 20, “Character ROM Tables for LTC 8600 and LTC
8800,” on page 86 for the various characters available. After entering the mode,
users with priority level 1 can use the joystick to move right or left to select the
character to be changed. The selected character will be identified by a box with a
question mark inside it. The first line of the video monitor screen indicates the code
number of the character selected. Move the joystick up or down to step through the
Character ROM Table, or enter the character's number (as identified in the tables)
via the numeric keypad, and press [Enter]. Once the title has been set, press [Enter]
to store it to memory. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit the
mode.
User Function 10 - Change USER Password
User Function 10 is used to change an operator's keyboard log-on access password.
This feature is only required in systems where the system installer has enabled the
keyboard log-in security feature. After entering the mode, the video monitor display
prompts for the current password OLD PASSWORD. Enter the current user pass-
word via the numeric keypad, and press [Enter]. If the system does not accept the
old password, the system remains at this prompt. If the entered password is valid,
the display changes to the NEW PASSWORD prompt for entry of the new password
(up to six (6) numerals) via the numeric keypad, then press [Enter]. Leave this step
blank if no password is desired. If none is used, at log-on, press [Enter] at the P
prompt. To safeguard against typographical errors, the system prompts VERIFY PASSWORD requiring reentry of the new password. If the entered passwords do not
agree, the system prompts for reentry and verification of the new password. If the
two password entries agree, the video monitor prompt indicates PASSWORD UPDATED.
Press [User] to exit the mode.
User Function 11 - Select Time/Date Format
User Function 11 is used to set the time and date format used throughout the system. The two (2) formats of time available are - 12-hour mode and 24-hour mode.
The date is available in a MM-DD-YY format (U.S.), a DD-MM-YY format (International), and a YY-MM-DD format (Asian). After entering the mode, move the joystick
up or down to select the desired format. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard,
press [Enter] to converts the system to the format chosen, then press [User] to exit
the mode.
User Function 12 - Default All Monitor Overlays
User Function 12 is used to reset all monitor overlays to default characteristics; bottom center of screen, and full brightness. After entering the mode, press [Enter] to
reset all monitor overlays. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
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User Function 13 - Print System Configuration Tables
Use this function to print the contents of the various system configuration tables.
Move the joystick up and down to select a table, then press [Enter] to send it to the
printer port. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 14 - Reserved Function
User Function 15 - System Reset
The system may be reset from the keyboard. After entering this mode, the video
monitor screen indicates RESET SYSTEM. Enter the password via the numeric key-
pad, and press [Enter]. The system will then reset. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit the mode without resetting the system.
NOTE: The system should be reset whenever a change is made on the main CPU
module's DIP switches. Alternatively, the main power to the CPU bay may be
switched off for ten (10) seconds, then restored. Depending on the size and complexity of the system, several seconds may be required before operation is restored.
This time is due to the amount of initialization tasks being performed, and is considered normal.
User Function 16 - Time Event Enable/Disable
Use this function to enable or disable any of the programmed time event functions.
Up to 64 time event functions can be programmed with the optional LTC 8059/00
MCS, or the LTC 8850/00 GUI Software. Moving the joystick up and down steps
through a table of the 64 time events. If an event has been programmed, moving the
joystick to the right enables the event, and to the left disables it. The current status
of an enabled time event is displayed by this user function.
User Function 17 - Set Monitor ID
User Function 17 is used to enter a (12-character) monitor identification message
for display in the top line of the monitor overlay display on any system monitor(s).
This monitor title will be visible on the display regardless of the camera currently
being viewed. This message can be used to identify the particular monitor or a
group of cameras assigned to this monitor. See Chapter 20, “Character ROM Tables
for LTC 8600 and LTC 8800,” on page 86 for the available characters.
After entering the mode, the joystick is moved right or left to select the character to
be changed. The selected character is identified by a box with a question mark
inside it. The first line of the video monitor display indicates the code number of the
character selected. Move the joystick up or down to step through the Character
ROM Table, or enter the character's number identified in the Tables via the numeric
keypad, then press [Enter]. Once the monitor title has been set, press [Enter] to store
it to memory. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit the mode.
The user may select between this monitor message and the status display by using
the User 5 Function described above.
User Function 18 - Print Sequence
Use this function to print the contents of a programmed sequence. Use the joystick
to select the desired sequence, then press [Enter] to print it to the printer port. Only
those sequences currently existing in memory will be shown in the list. If using the
LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 19 - Select Alarm Response
Use this function to reset the system alarm configuration tables to one of these predefined alarm response modes: BASIC, AUTOBUILD, or SEQUENCE & DISPLAY.
Move the joystick up or down to select the desired mode, then enter your user password on the numeric keypad. Press [Enter] to update the alarm system. If using the
LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
NOTEExisting alarm configuration data will be lost when mode is changed.
Use this function to select between print modes; Limited Printing and Full Printing.
This selection determines the amount of information printed during alarm processing. Both modes print alarm activation and deactivation messages, but Full Printing
goes into much more detail. Use the joystick to select the desired mode, then press
[Enter]. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit without changing
the print mode.
User Function 21 - Designate Alarm Monitor Type
Use this function to designate the monitor currently controlled by the keyboard as
either a STEP monitor or a REVIEW monitor. This function can only be used in the
predefined SEQUENCE & DISPLAY alarm response mode (see ALARM INFORMA-TION section) to select which monitor is the STEP (also called SEQUENCE) monitor, and which is the REVIEW (also called DISPLAY) monitor. To designate a monitor
as the STEP or REVIEW monitor, enter User Function 21, then move the joystick up
or down to select the monitor type. Enter your password on the keyboard and press
[Enter]. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit. After selecting
new STEP and REVIEW monitors, the previous ones may be disarmed (Arm/Disarm
Monitor instructions).
User Function 22 - Select Control Code Format
This function designates whether variable speed pan/tilt and zoom commands are
enabled (Factory Default Setting). In most cases, there is no need to disable this
function. Move the joystick up or down to select the desired setting, then press
[Enter]. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 23 - Display CPU Software Version Number
Use this function to display the revision number of the Allegiant's CPU software on
the monitor screen.
User Function 24 - Set Positions on All Monitor Displays
This function is similar to User Function 4, except it changes the monitor display
positions of all monitors in the system. After entering User Function 24, use the joystick to position the display as required on the monitor controlled by the keyboard.
Press [Enter] to store and change all system monitor displays to this position. If
using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 25 - Set Brightness on All Monitor Displays
This function is similar to User Function 5, except it changes the monitor display
brightness of all monitors in the system. The white portion of the characters on the
video monitor displays may be made brighter or dimmer via the User Function 25.
Move the joystick up to increase brightness, or down to decrease brightness. Once
the display on the monitor that the keyboard is currently controlling is adjusted,
press [Enter] to change all system monitors to the same setting. Press [User] to exit
the mode.
The User Function 25 mode can also select either the status display or a 12-character monitor message to appear in the first line of the monitor display. The status display indicates alarm, sequence, and lockout information regarding the monitor. The
monitor message is a stationary display; the display will not change as video is
switched from camera to camera on the monitor. After entering the mode, move the
joystick left to select the monitor message format, or right to select the status format on the monitor the keyboard is controlling. Press [Enter] to change all system
monitors to the same setting. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to
exit.
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User Function 26 - Set Display Option On All Monitors
This function is similar to User Function 6, except it selects the monitor display
option of all monitors in the system. The User Function 26 mode allows removal of
the time and date, the left side of the display, or to remove the entire display from
the system monitors. Move the joystick down to blank the time and date from the
screen. This is sometimes desirable when a DVR with its own time and date is being
used as a video source. Move the joystick up to add the time and date back again.
Move the joystick left to blank the left side of the display from the monitor and right
to return it. Refer to User Function 5 or 25 to verify brightness level. Press [Enter] to
update all system monitors to the selected format. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 27 - Select Keyboard Log-in
This function controls the system's keyboard log-in feature. Move the joystick up or
down to select the mode for the system to function in. If the log-in feature is
enabled (MUST USE KBD PWD is selected), the system keyboards require each user
to log-in and log-off the system. All users are required to enter a user number and
correct password to interact with the system. If the log-in feature is disabled (NO KBD PWD LOGIN is selected), system keyboards are always online with the system.
Once selection is made, exit the User Function mode and reset the system either via
keyboard User Function 15, or by removing and restoring the main AC power to the
system. Once the system has been reset, the keyboard log-in function will be active
and all system keyboards will need to be logged-in to access the system.
User Function 28 - Select Console Log-in
This function controls the system's external console port log-in feature. After entering the mode, move the joystick up or down to select the mode in which the system
should function. If the log-in feature is enabled (MUST USE CON PWD is selected),
any external PC or other computing device will be required to log-in to communicate
with the system. External computing devices are required to enter a user number
and correct password. If the console log-in feature is disabled (NO CON PWD LOGIN
is selected), the console port is available for communication.
Once the selection is made, exit the User Function mode and reset the system,
either via keyboard User Function 15 or by removing and restoring the main AC
power to the system. Once the system has been reset, the console log-in function is
active, and all external computing devices need to log-in to access the system.
User Function 29 - Reset RS-232 Parameters to Default
This function returns the system's external RS-232 ports to a known default state.
After entering the mode, enter a valid password. The system will reset after placing
the RS-232 protocols back to the default state. See Chapter 14, “Factory Default
Settings,” on page 50 for additional information.
User Function 30 - Set Console RS-232 Parameters
This function is used to set the RS-232 baud rate and handshake options for the system's console port. Upon entry to this mode, the current settings are displayed.
Move the joystick up/down to select the baud rate, and left/right to select the handshake option. After being changed, the port is also automatically set to eight data
bits, no parity, and one stop bit. Once new settings have been selected, enter the
user password and press [Enter]. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User]
to exit.
This function is used to set the RS-232 baud rate and handshake options for the system's printer port. Upon entry to the mode, the current settings are displayed. Move
the joystick up/down to select the baud rate, and left/right to select the handshake
option. After being changed, the port is also automatically set to eight data bits, no
parity, and one stop bit. Once new settings have been selected, enter the user password and press [Enter]. If using the LTC 8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 32 - Set Alarm RS-232 Parameters
Use this function to select the RS-232 baud rate and handshake options for the system's alarm port. Upon first entering the mode, the current settings will be displayed. Moving the joystick up/down selects the baud rate. Moving the joystick left/
right selects the handshake option. After being changed, the port is also automatically set to eight (8) data bits, no parity, and one stop bit. Once the new settings
have been selected, enter the user password and press [Enter]. Press [User] to exit
the mode.
User Function 33 - Display User Number and Priority
This function displays the current user's number and priority level on the monitor
screen. The user number will be displayed on the top line and the user's priority
level will be displayed on the bottom line of the monitor screen. If using the LTC
8555 Series keyboard, press [User] to exit.
User Function 34 - Camera Indicator
This function is used to enable an onscreen indicator to identify a pan/tilt equipped
camera. Move the joystick up or down to select DISP CAM CONTROL or NO CAM CONTL DISPL. Press [Enter] to activate your selection. When enabled, cameras identified as controllable (via User Function 35 or the optional LTC 8059/00 MCS package), show a in the middle of the first line of monitor text.
User Function 35 - Controllable Cameras
Priority 1 users can use this function to select camera sites equipped with pan/tilt
devices. Move the joystick up or down to select the camera number, and left or right
to select FIXED or MOVABLE. User Function 34 or the optional PC software package
enables or disables the display of the controllable camera indicators on the system
monitor displays.
User Function 36 - Select Crosspoint Data
Use this function to select options for accessory device data that can be sent out
the biphase control port. Move the joystick up or down to select XPOINT DATA, ALARM XPOINT, or PHYSICAL CAMERA NUMBER, and left or right to enable/disable
the selected option. These options are typically applicable only when LTC 8770
Series Switcher Follower accessory devices are being used in the system.
User Function 37 - R/D Address Mode
Priority 1 users can use this function to select whether the biphase control data
commands will be addressed using the cameras' logical numbers or physical number indexes in the Camera Table. Move the joystick up or down to select LOGICAL or
PHYSICAL and press [Enter] to activate your selection. If this option is set to LOGICAL, AutoDome Series cameras and Allegiant Series receiver/drivers should be
addressed using the cameras' logical identification number. If it is set to PHYSICAL,
the devices should be addressed using the cameras' physical port number.
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User Function 38 - Printer Port Mode
This function allows configuration of the system's PRINTER port for use with a LTC
8712 Series Console Port Expander accessory device. Move the joystick up or down
to select the printer port function; NORMAL or EXPANDED. Press [Enter] to activate
your selection. Reset the system for this setting to take effect.
User Function 39 - Select DIU Interface Port
Use this function to select the switcher's interface port to be connected to an external LTC 8016/90 Allegiant Bilinx Data Interface accessory unit. Move the joystick up
or down until the desired port for use as a data interface (DIU) is displayed. Press
[Enter] to configure the port. If using the LTC 8555 keyboard, press [User] to exit the
mode.
User Function 40 - Reserved Function
User Function 41 - Set Satellite Communication Format
This function provides three (3) configuration options that determine the behavior
and content of the data commands issued by a master system to a satellite system.
In most cases, it is only necessary to change the default setting if using a multi-level
cascaded Allegiant satellite system configuration. (see Section Appendix A “Satellite Systems,” on page 107 for more information on satellite system configurations.)
Detailed descriptions of these options are listed below.
After entering the mode, move the joystick up or down to select the desired option.
Enter a valid user password, and press [Enter].
•CACHE REM CAM option (default factory setting). In this mode, satellite commands are issued repetitively, regardless of whether the satellite camera is still
being viewed by an operator. This mode of operation is more desirable in standard systems because it minimizes delays when previous satellite cameras are
reselected. It is not recommended for use in cascaded systems. In cascaded
systems, this mode could result in all available trunk lines coming from the 3rd
level satellite system to become used up, making them unavailable to the operators at the intermediate system.
•NO REM CAM CACHE option. In this mode, after the top level operator selects a
locally connected camera, the trunk line between the top level and the intermediate level system will immediately be reset to its start-up camera (as defined in
the Monitor Table of the LTC 8059/00 MCS). This in turn frees up the trunk line
between the intermediate level system and the 3rd level system so it will be
available if needed by an operator at the intermediate level system.
In addition, this option changes the behavior of how the system determines
which trunk line to use. When this option is not used, a new trunk line (if available) will be used for each camera selection. When this option is enabled, an
operator's monitor will use the same trunk from the same bay as different cameras are selected, as long as no other operator is viewing the same satellite
camera. In 3-tier cascaded satellite systems, this feature minimizes the use of
trunk lines by the top level Master system. This is especially advantageous when
the operator at the Master site is viewing cameras from the 3rd level satellite.
Since this will result in less trunk lines being used up, the intermediate Master/
Satellite system will have more access to trunk lines from the 3rd level satellite.
•SAT nnn PRIORITY option. If the top level master system and intermediate level
system in a cascade configuration can or will be set to operate as “Dual Master”
systems, a priority based satellite camera selection feature can be configured.
In a default cascaded satellite system configuration, satellite switching commands are not associated with a user priority level. When a switching command
sent from a master site is received by a satellite, the switch selection can imme-
diately be overridden by operators at the satellite location having any priority
level. This situation is more likely to be encountered in 3-tier satellite systems
that do not have a good distribution of trunk lines (i.e., more between the top
level system and the intermediate level system than there are between the intermediate system and the 3rd tier satellite).
Since dual master configurations support bi-directional communications,
selecting the SAT nnn PRIORITY option for both the top level and intermediate
level master systems will result in the generation of priority based satellite commands.
The satellite number assigned to the system that is currently being programmed
must be specified for the nnn value. This feature will enable use of the operator's user priority to determine if access to a desired satellite camera is provided or not. For instance, if no trunk lines are available and an operator
requesting a satellite camera has higher priority than at least 1 of the existing
operators, the requested camera will be switched. If the operator does not have
sufficient priority, they will receive an error message (i.e., error 81) via the satellite communication path, and their camera will switch to the start-up camera
specified in the Monitor Table.
In addition, the same behavior for selecting trunk lines as described in the NO REM CAM CACHE option is applicable to this option. An operator's monitor will
use the same trunk from the same bay as different cameras are selected, as
long as no other operator is viewing the same satellite camera.
User Function 42 - Keyboard Log-in Auto-off Mode
Priority 1 users can use this function to select a keyboard log-off feature to automatically log a keyboard off after a pre-selected time of inactivity. After entering the
mode, move the joystick up or down to select the desired time period. Enter a valid
password, and press [Enter]. If using the LTC 8555 keyboard, press [User] to exit the
mode.
User Function 43 - CPU Battery Status
Use this function to view the condition of the batteries used to backup CPU memory. Once the function is entered, the condition is displayed on the monitor text display. If using the LTC 8555 keyboard, press [User] to exit the mode.
User Function 44 – Camera Vertical Phase Set
NOTE: This feature requires the following:
1.LTC 8621 or LTC 8821 video input modules having firmware 5.30 or later.
2.Dinion series of cameras using Bilinx communications.
3.AutoDome series of cameras using either Bilinx or Biphase data communica-
tions.
4.LTC 8016/90 Bilinx Data Interface unit having firmware 1.01 or later.
5.All cameras configured to use Line Lock mode.
Priority 1 users can use this function to automatically adjust the phase interval
delay of compatible cameras connected to the system. This will result in roll-free
switching as the cameras are manually selected or automatically sequenced on system monitors.
After entering the function, the joystick down/up is used to select either an individual camera to adjust or all cameras. Enter a valid user password number and press
[Enter] to activate the adjustment process.
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Some minor disturbance of the video images may be visible for 1 or 2 seconds while
the cameras are being adjusted. If no changes are noticed, check to make sure that
you have compatible devices in your system.
If using an LTC 8555 keyboard, press [User] to exit the mode.
User Function 45 – CPU Temperature Status
Use this function to view the condition of the CPU temperature. Once the function
is entered, the condition is displayed on the monitor text display.
If using the LTC 8555 keyboard, press [User] to exit the mode.
User Function 46 – Two/Three Line Titles
Use this function to enable a third line of on-screen text. This new line can be used
to display up to 24 additional camera title characters, providing a total of 40 characters (or 20 'double width' characters) for each camera. Alternatively, this line can be
used to display the 12-character Monitor title.
Once the function is entered, move the joystick up/down to select the desired
option. Enter a valid user password, and press [Enter]. The on-screen display of
some system monitors may take up to 1 minute before changing.
After enabling/disabling this feature, it is recommended to enter User Function 24
(see above) to adjust vertical height of the on-screen text to the desired position.
Note: At time of this publication, the available version of the PC-based LTC 8059
Master Control Software only supports user programming of the standard 16 characters of the camera titles. The additional 24 characters can only be programmed
using User Function 9 (see above) or via third party RS-232 serial interface utilizing
the Allegiant Command Console Language (CCL) commands.
User Function 47 – Six-digit Camera ID
Use this function to enable/disable “6-digit Camera ID” mode. When enabled, 2digit “site numbers” are displayed in addition to the 4-digit camera number. The 2digit site number feature is especially useful when groups of cameras are located in
separate buildings, floors, or other common areas.
By default, all 6-digit camera numbers are assigned to site “00” and the remaining
digits correspond to the standard 4-digit camera numbers. Use the PC-based LTC
8059 Master Control Software to enter unique 6-digit camera numbers for each system camera. When enabled, all keyboard based camera selections and Sequence
programming must be done using the 6-digit number.
Once the function is entered, move the joystick up/down to select the desired
option. Enter a valid user password, and press [Enter]. The on-screen display of
some system monitors may take up to 1 minute before changing.
Note: This feature requires firmware versions released for certain system components in March 2009. If necessary, compare firmware versions against the list of
components below to determine if the feature is available in your system:
COMPONENTFirmware Version
LTC 8x10/01 series CPU/Data Receiver modules 10.05 or later
Intuikey keyboard firmware1.93 or later
LTC 8555 keyboard firmware5.90 or later
LTC 8834/00 Video Output Module3.30
LTC 8059/00 Master Control Software2.90
User Function 99 – User Function Index
This function is an index listing of all Keyboard User Functions. Move the joystick up
or down to view an abbreviated description of the function number currently shown
in the first line of the monitor display. Only those functions available to the user
(based on their priority level) will be displayed.
The Allegiant system has been designed to perform for long periods of time with little or no maintenance. Occasionally the need will arise to clean the keyboard, or
replace a fuse. Follow the instructions below if any of these items are required.
19.1 Cleaning the Keyboard
The keyboard may be cleaned whenever deemed necessary simply by temporarily
removing it from the system and wiping it with a damp cloth. If a conventional spray
type cleaner is required, spray the cloth first, then wipe off the surfaces. Do not use
petroleum based cleaners or cleaners containing benzene, triclorethylene, ammonia
or acetone, as these cleaners could damage the plastic surfaces.
19.2 AC Line Voltage Input Selection
The AC line voltage input selector is found on the rear of the equipment bay inside
the line cord connector housing. The present input voltage selection will be shown
in the window of the connector housing. Remove AC line cord if the setting is incorrect. To change the setting, insert a flat blade screwdriver into the slot located at
one end of the connector housing as indicated in the drawing and rotate the screwdriver until the door to the housing opens.
Figure 19: AC line voltage input connector
Remove the voltage selector wheel from the connector housing and rotate until the
desired voltage is visible.
Figure 20: Line voltage selector
Reinsert the wheel back into the connector housing so that the selected voltage is
facing out. Snap door closed and verify that the correct voltage selection is visible
through the window. Reattach AC line cord.
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FuseRemoval
Fuse Removal
19.3 AC Line Fuse Replacement
The AC line fuse on Allegiant power supply models is found on the rear of the equipment bay near the line cord connector. Power supply models for 220-240 VAC input
version may contain a circuit breaker equipped power switch which can be reset
directly from the front. If the line fuse needs to be replaced in a 120 VAC model
power supply, remove the line cord from the system. Insert a flat blade screwdriver
into the slot located at one end of the connector housing and rotate the screwdriver
until the door to the housing opens. Remove fuse holder from housing as shown in
drawing.
Figure 21: Allegiant power supply AC line fuse
Remove fuse from holder and replace with fuse of same rating for continued protection. Reinstall fuse holder into connector housing in the same orientation as indicated by the arrow on the door cover. Snap door closed. After replacing fuse, verify
system start-up and operation.
19.4 Power Supply Fuse Replacement
The main power supply is located in the far right side of the equipment bay. Remove
the front panel of the bay by loosening the four fasteners. Locate the fuse to be
replaced by observing the green LED indicators. Note which LED indicators are not
lit, then turn OFF the main power switch located on the power supply. Replace
fuses associated with LEDs which were not lit. Switch on the main power switch
and verify that all LEDs are now lit. Replace front panel.
19.5 Replacement of Memory Backup Batteries
General operational notes
•Low battery conditions are indicated by LED on CPU and on-screen flashing “??
?? ??” of time/date fields.
•Battery status can be check by keyboard operator using Keyboard User Function 43.
•Batteries are checked by CPU once per day at midnight, upon power up, and
after system reset.
•If batteries are replaced without power off/on (of at least 10 seconds) or reset
of CPU, LED and on-screen indicators will not display normal until next midnight is reached.
CAUTIONLithium batteries should be replaced by qualified service personnel only.
The memory backup batteries are located on the main CPU card located next to the
power supply module in the main CPU bay. The batteries provide RAM memory
backup for a period of at least one year. They are only active when main AC power to
the system has been lost. The RAM memory is used to store system operational data
which is frequently changing, including time/date and system crosspoint data (i.e.,
which camera is currently being displayed on which monitor). More vital system
data such as camera titles, alarm settings, user information and passwords, etc. is
stored in non-volatile memory that is not affected by the condition of the batteries
or the main AC power.
Remove the front panel of the main CPU bay by loosening the four fasteners. The
two batteries are mounted on the front edge of the CPU card and are about 25 mm
(1 in.) in diameter. Insert a small flat blade screwdriver into the slot on one of the
battery holder sockets and gently pry the battery from the holder until it can be
removed by your fingers. Replace old battery with new battery by lifting the retaining clip up while inserting the battery into the socket. Insure that the negative side
of the battery contacts the socket by seating the battery until it is somewhat flush
with the level of the battery holder. Repeat procedure for other battery.
Verification of the system's time and date and sequence programming should be
made to insure no information was lost. Refer to the appropriate section of the
instruction manual if any reprogramming is required.
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20Character ROM Tables for LTC 8600 and LTC 8800
The characters used in generating the video monitor displays are shown in the table
on the following pages. Note that in some cases, a single character may be comprised of two (2) parts. Such characters must be entered so that the left half of the
character always begins in an odd numbered column of the display title. The code
numbers of these double-width characters are shown in black boxes in the table
below. Refer to the section of the operating instructions covering “User Functions”
for title programming procedures.