GE PB3-POS-RP User Manual

PB3-POS-RP ProBridge

User Manual

PB3-POS-RP ProBridge

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN....................................................5

INTRODUCTION............................................................7

PB3-POS-RP OVERVIEW.............................................................7

OMPATIBILITY.............................................................................8

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DDITIONAL EQUIPMENT ...............................................................8

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ISCLAIMER .................................................................................8

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PB3 SYSTEM COMPONENTS........................................9

INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT......................................................10

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OWER.......................................................................................11

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INSTALLATION...........................................................13

PB3 COMPONENTS.....................................................................13

YPICAL SYSTEM LAYOUT ...........................................................14

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REQUIRED DIP SWITCH INFORMATION.........................15

DEFAULT (FACTORY) DIPSWITCH SETTINGS.................................15

ETAILED INSTALLATION STEPS ..................................................16

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VERIFY OPERATION.................................................................... 17

DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ..............................................19

SW1 SETTINGS ..........................................................................19

SW2 S

SW3 S

SW4 S

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ETTINGS ..........................................................................22

ETTINGS ..........................................................................24

ETTINGS ..........................................................................26

ROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................27

HYPERTERMINAL SETUP............................................28

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED................................................................28

ETUP........................................................................................28

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PB3 SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................40

CABLE SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................41

CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT.............................48

ONLINE PUBLICATION LIBRARY ....................................................48

Before You Begin

Read these instructions before installing or operating this
product.

Note: This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should
conform to local codes.

This manual provides installation and operation information. To
use this document, you must have the following minimum
qualifications:

• A basic knowledge of CCTV systems and components

• A basic knowledge of electrical wiring and low-voltage

electrical hookups

Use this product only for the purpose for which it was designed.

Customer Support

For assistance in installing, operating, maintaining, and
troubleshooting this product, refer to this document and any
other documentation provided. If you still have questions, contact
Technical Support:

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Note: You should be at the equipment, ready with details before calling Technical

Support.

Conventions Used in this Manual
Boldface or button icons highlight command entries. The

following WARNING, CAUTION, and Note statements identify
potential hazards:

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* WARNING:

Improper use of this equipment can cause severe bodily
injury or equipment damage.

** CAUTION:

Improper use of this equipment can cause equipment
damage.

Note: Notes contain important information about a product or procedure.
* This symbol indicates electrical warnings and cautions.

** This symbol indicates general warnings and cautions.

Introduction

This manual provides all the information necessary to properly
install this product.

** CAUTION:

Your system’s layout, camera assignment, PB3
termination, and serial device model should all be selected
before starting the installation.

PB3-POS-RP Overview

The GE PB3-POS-RP (PB3) is a specific model of ProBridge
that interfaces the DVMRe family of digital video
multiplexer/recorders to retail point-of-sale (POS) devices often
identified as electronic cash registers (ECRs) and some ATM’s.

One PB3 is required per device. Where multiple devices are
connected to a single DVMRe unit, the individual PB3’s are
interconnected through its built-in RS485 network.

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A list of the supported
can be found in the DIP switch settings section on page 24.

serial devices associated with the devices

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Compatibility

The PB3 is compatible with the following GE DVMRe products:

DVMRe Type Software Version PPC Version

DVMRe-CD/CS V 3.07 (and above) V 3.07 (and above)
DVMRe-eZ V 3.20 (and above) V 3.14 (and above)
DVMRe-CT and
DVMRe-CT II
DVMRe-eZT

(Triplex)
StoreSafe and

StoreSafe Pro II
To verify the software version in your DVMRe, note the display

which identifies the version when the unit boots-up or you can
click the About box in the Main Menu.

V 4.0 (and above) N/A

V 4.03 (and above) N/A

V 4.06 (and above) N/A

Additional Equipment

The installer will need to provide suitable length RS485 cable
terminated with RJ-45 connectors on installations requiring
multiple PB3 units that are interconnected via the unit’s built-in
RS485 network.

Disclaimer

The GE ProBridge components identified within this document
provide means of capturing transaction text/data for use by the
DVMRe family of digital video recording/transmission products.
The ProBridge components translate the data into a usable
format by the DVMRe and permits associating transaction data

with specific cameras. GE assumes no responsibility for the
amount and type of information available, the operation, non­operation or erroneous operation of the customer provided
equipment that interfaces with the ProBridge.

PB3 System Components

You should find the following PB3 system components when the
product is unboxed.

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Figure 1-1. PB3-POS-RP Box Contents.

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PB3-POS-RP ProBridge includes:

• (1) PB3-POS-RP ProBridge unit.

• (1) P/N 4310-0034B: RJ45 to RJ45 cable. Connects the

PB3 to RS485 Network. This cable is 6’ in length.

• (1) P/N 4310-0068A: serial device Interconnect Cable.
This cable is 14” in length.

• (1) P/N 4310-0047B: RJ45 to DB9F cable. Connects the
PB3 to the DVMRe. This cable is 6’ in length.

• (1) P/N 4310-0069A: serial device to PB3 Cable. This
cable is 6’ in length.

• (1) P/N 0900-0176: Triport Cable. This cable is 6’ in
length.

• (1) P/N 4010-0007: 12VDC 120VAC Power Supply or (1)
P/N 4010-0008: 12VDC 220VAC Power Supply.

• (1) P/N 0150-0231C: PB3-POS-RP User Manual.

Installation Environment

Power: Ensure that the installation site’s AC power is stable
and within the rated voltage of the external power supply. If the
site’s AC power is likely to have spikes or dips, use power line
conditioning or an Uninterruptible Power Supply.

Temperature: Observe the unit’s ambient temperature
specifications when choosing a location for the unit. Extremes of
heat or cold beyond the specified operating temperature limits
may cause the unit to fail. Do not install this unit on top of other
hot equipment.

Moisture: Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Moisture
can damage internal components. Do not install this unit near
sources of water.

RS232 Limitations: Cable length between the POS device and
the PB3 is limited to 50’. Cable length between the PB3 unit and
the DVMRe is also limited to 50’. If the supplied cables are
replaced by custom made cables to address distances between
components, ensure the cable is manufactured to ANSI
standards for RS232 communication.

RS485 Limitations: If multiple PB3 units are connected to a
single DVMRe unit, the distance between the first and last PB3
unit is limited to 3,000 feet (RS485 communication standards).

Power

The PB3 is furnished with a power supply (110 or 240 VAC). Do
not use any other power supply with this product. The
manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by
the use of any other power supply.

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Make sure installation is complete and all connections are made
before applying power to the unit.

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4310-0007 120VAC Power Supply

Power Supply Input

Voltage: 120 VAC
Tolerance: ±10%
Frequency: 60 Hz

Voltage: 12 VDC
Current: 110 mA
Power: 1.3 Watts
Connector: 2.1mm female barrel. Center Positive

Power Supply Output

4310-0008 220VAC Power Supply

Power Supply Input

Voltage: 220 Volt AC
Tolerance: ±10%
Frequency: 50 Hz

Voltage: 12 Volt DC
Current: 110mA
Power: 1.3 Watts
Connector: 2.1mm female barrel. Center Positive

Power Supply Output

Installation

Before installation please familiarize yourself with the PB3 and
its typical system layout.

PB3 Components

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Figure 2-1. ProBridge Components.

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Typical System Layout

Monitor

RS232/2

Port

DVMRe Triplex

4310-0034B

RJ45 to RJ45

Cable

Port 1

Port 2

Cable

Receipt Printer

*

Cable

Receipt Printer

Port 0

*

Electronic Cash Register

Electronic Cash Register

Camera

Camera

CBR-PB3-RP

ProBridge

4310-0069A

Printer to PB3

4320-0068A

Receipt Printer

Cable

2nd

CBR-PB3-RP

ProBridge

4310-0069A

Printer to PB3

4320-0068A

Receipt Printer

Cable

Power Connections not show for clarity.

Figure 2-2. Typical System Layout.

RS485 Cable

(Supplied by Installer)

** IMPORTANT:

Your system’s layout, camera assignment, PB3
termination, and serial device model should all be selected
before starting the installation.

Required Dip Switch Information

SW1 Dipswitch 1-4 Special Functions (See Section

3)
Dipswitch 5-8 Camera Assignment*
SW2 Dipswitch 1 Reserved
Dipswitch 2-4 Baud Rate
Dipswitch 5-8 Protocol

SW3 Dipswitch 1-8 serial device Device Select*
SW4 Dipswitch 3 ProBridge Termination*

*These settings should be set before beginning the installation.

Default (Factory) Dipswitch Settings

SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4

1 Up 1 Down 1 Down 1 Up
2 Up 2 Down 2 Down 2 Up
3 Up 3 Down 3 Down 3 Up
4 Up 4 Down 4 Down 4 Up
5 Up 5 Down 5 Down 5 Up
6 Up 6 Down 6 Down 6 Up
7 Up 7 Down 7 Down 7 Down
8 Up 8 Down 8 Down 8 Up

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