Panasonic pfw850 Operating Instructions

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PFW850 Workstation

Software Version 0.X

for use with a WJ-SX850 Surveillance Control System

Installation & User Manual

Document Version 0.1

for System Administrators installing and configuring

PFW850 Workstation Software

and day-to-day use by Security Specialists

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Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

MECA Technology Development Center

Systems Development Division — Technical Services Department

Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

PFW850 Workstation 082399PFW850WS109276

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ONTENTS

ELCOME

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

DOCUMENT CONVENTION....................8

ONTENTS

HAT AND

WHAT THIS SYSTEM DOES ................11

HOW IT WORKS ...................................11

The Map .............................................12

Interactive Response..........................12

Alarms .....................................................12

Cameras...................................................12

Presets and Sequences ............................13

Executing Macros...............................13

Voice Commands ...............................13

Text-to-Speech.........................................13

Voice Recognition ...................................13

INSTALLATION.....................................14

NSTALL

PREREQUISITES..................................15

PLATFORM...........................................15

FROM CD-ROM.....................................17

FROM DISKETTES................................26

SCS Database....................................15

Setup Utility ........................................15

Hardware............................................15

Optional...................................................16

Operating System...............................16

Recommended Settings .....................16

Stand-Alone Installation......................18

Server Installation...............................21

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DATABASE RETRIEVAL......................28

PERATION

THE MAP...............................................30

THE KEYPAD........................................31

MAIN MENU ..........................................32

UP 28

At Startup............................................28

During Operation ................................28

Alarm Control......................................32

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Alarm States ............................................33

Select Actions ..........................................34

Control Actions .......................................36

Alarm Output ......................................36

Area Select.........................................37

Camera...............................................38

Select Actions ..........................................38

Control Actions .......................................39

Camera Control Settings.........................41

Camera Preset ...................................43

Select Actions ..........................................44

Control Actions .......................................44

Group Preset......................................44

Select Actions ..........................................45

Group Sequence ................................46

Select Actions ..........................................46

Joystick Settings.................................47

Operator Login........................................48

Operator Logout......................................48

Monitor................................................49

Select Actions ..........................................49

Control Actions .......................................51

Recorder.............................................52

Select Actions ..........................................52

Control Actions .......................................53

Speech Settings .................................55

Text-to-Speech.........................................55

Speech Recognition .................................56

Tour Sequence...................................59

Select Actions ..........................................59

Control Actions .......................................60

Video Capture.....................................62

Actions.....................................................62

Video Settings ....................................64

Configure.................................................64

Image Control .........................................64

CURRENT STATE.................................65

ASSIST MODE ......................................66

STATUS TABS......................................67

System Status ....................................67

Macro Status ......................................68

Video Loss..........................................68

Active Alarms......................................69

Timed Macros.....................................69

Readiness Level.................................70

About..................................................71

MACRO EXECUTION............................72

OYSTICK

Component Selection .........................74

Camera Control..................................75

YSTEM

GENERAL..............................................78

OPERATOR INTERACTION .................79

FILE TRANSFER...................................82

ESSAGES

XTERNAL

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LOSSARY

ACRONYMS..........................................85

TERMS...................................................86

NDEX

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ELCOME

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the PFW850 Workstation application. This guide is organized with a focus on use. In other words, this document is created not in alphabetical order, but in a logical manner. First, an explanation of what, how you would use this application. You will be required to Install the Software, get databases, and operate the workstation.

In addition, the following sections will describe how to use this controller in order to manipulate the video, use the maps, and control components.

ELCOME

Install: detailed procedures for installing this application via CD-ROM and floppy diskette.

Start Up: describes steps that occur each time the application is started.

Operation: detailed description of all aspects of the application including component manipulation, setup, and information.

Joystick (External): description of the buttons that appear on the supported external joystick and actions that can be performed.

System Messages: description of message that occur as a result of the system malfunction, operator interaction or file transfer. This section will describe each message and what the operator should do as a result.

Glossary: describes acronyms and terms used that may not be commonly known to the administrator or operator.

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DOCUMENT CONVENTION

This guide uses the following conventions when describing the use and operation of this product.

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Menu options, field names and text that you must enter in a dialog box or window appear in

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If a word stands for something else, it appears in italics, as in the following example:

Drive:\directory\filename.ext

You would enter the actual drive, directory and file name rather than the words drive, directory and filename.ext.

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Keys with name consisting of more than one character appear within brackets, as in the brackets; simply press the indicated key.

this type style

[Alt]

, or

[Enter].

Do not type

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When you see guide, press and hold down the

[Alt]

key, or

[Shift]

key or

[Alt], [Shift],

[Ctrl]

Key in this

[Ctrl]

while you press the specified key. Then release both keys. For example, to enter

[Ctrl]

A, press the

[Ctrl]

and enter the letter “A” key simultaneously.

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Some keyboards have a

[Enter]

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Function Keys are the “F” keys along the top of your

key. This guide uses

[Return]

[Enter]

key rather than an

to indicate both.

keyboard. This document refers to Function Keys by putting brackets around the key such as

[F1]

for the “F1”

key.

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File name references appear in all capitals letters, as the “The file name is

SETUP.EXE

.” However, if a file name is part of a procedure, it appears in all lower case letters as in “ At the Windows command line, type

[Enter].

press

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Within the windows environment, there are often several

Setup.exe

ways to select an option. For example, to select OK, you can do any of the following:

Click on OK with the mouse.

key

and

Press Press

[Alt]

[Enter]

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ELCOME

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This document uses the terms select, type or enter to indicate any of these actions and can be performed using several instruments such as:

PC keyboard

Mouse

External joystick

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The term “Drag” in this document refers to the process of clicking and holding down the left mouse button while moving the mouse pointer on screen. The term “Drop” means to release the mouse button at the completion of this process.

This Document also uses unique text formatting to describe various features, capabilities, or problems, described below:

This box will refer you to a different section with systematic instructions for filling out specific data. Such as, repetitive instructions for some sections or steps are explained in only one section.

Note: Text with this appearance is a special instruction, rule or side

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comment related to the topic.

Tip: Text with this appearance offers suggestions or hints to make

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using this setup utility easier.

Warning: Text with this appearance suggests potential

problems or situations that you might encounter when attempting to do something in this setup utility.

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HAT AND HOW

WHAT THIS SYSTEM DOES

HAT AND

PFW850 enables individual users to closely control the operation of the total capability of a Surveillance Control System (SCS). Such a system can include as many as 8192 cameras, 1024 monitors, and 2048 videocassette recorders. This document guides:

installation and setup of the PFW850 Workstation.

moment-to-moment operation by Security Specialist-Operators of the system.

PFW850 Workstation enables a Security Specialist-Operator to control cameras, monitors, sequences, presets, and alarms for which he or she is responsible. Depending on the needs of the organization, responsibility varies from one individual to another. Some individuals may handle only one group of cameras and monitors, while a few others are permitted to roam the entire system at will.

The Surveillance Control System perceives those differences in accessibility as Class of Service and permission designations setup during the system configuration. There is also a built-in system of prioritization, resolving conflicts between individual users, should two of them make the same call, also setup during system configuration. An operator should know their limitations while using this application. See your system administrator for Class of Service, Permission, and Priority privilege information.

HOW IT WORKS

As far as the user is concerned, the most important part of the PFW850 Workstation is the screen, and the map it contains. It enables the Security Specialist to call (that is, activate) cameras, monitors, tour sequences, and group sequences.

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The Map

The map on the screen is a detailed representation of the facility under surveillance, showing location and identity of as many as every camera and alarm in the system. The user watches the map, thinks about what it represents, and the job he or she has to do. Then the operator clicks on the map in order to select and clarify views, and manage the alarms.

The operator can select a camera positioned on a map that will automatically switch to the video transmitted giving the operator visual look at its location. A toggle is also available for the operator to manually switch between a camera on the map and the video it will display.

Interactive Response

ALARMS

Alarms are an essential part of a security surveillance system. An operator must become familiar with each alarm and determine if action should be taken. The PFW850 provides a not only a graphical representation of each alarm, but also displays the status allowing for quick response. The operator can easily monitor alarms on the map, such as indicating an active or armed status. Alarms on a map are color-coded in such a way that the operator will be able to tell, at a glance, which are disabled, armed, active, and acknowledged.

Alarms can also be designated as a trigger for automatic actions such as running a macro, displaying video on specific monitors, or simply alerting the operator of abnormal activity.

CAMERAS

The user is able to choose which camera he or she wants to view, and on which monitor. The operator can clarify the camera view by adjusting the camera:

focus

zoom

direction

iris

windshield wiper and washer

defroster on/off

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PRESETS AND SEQUENCES

In addition to enabling the operator to control individual cameras, the PFW850 Workstation allows the user to call up presets and sequences.

If the user chooses a group preset, a group of monitors displays a set of video outputs from cameras at preset positions.

A sequence, on the other hand, is either a selfpropelled series of views — one of several cameras on one monitor (a Monitor Sequence) or a series of group presets (a Group Sequence).

Executing Macros

A macro is a single instruction that represents a sequence of instructions or keystrokes. In other words, a macro can, according to specific events, automatically select a camera and display the video on a certain monitor, re-arm an alarm, run a sequence, or perform many other automatic actions.

The PFW850 Workstation can execute a macro automatically according to date and time, alarm status or other triggering mechanisms. This will enable the security surveillance specialist to take other actions in critical situations. In addition, a macro can appear on a map enabling the operator to execute a macro at will.

Voice Commands

TEXT-TO-SPEECH

Provided the required hardware (sound card and speaker) is installed, the PFW850 Workstation can announce to the operator, actions taken while using the system whether using the PC keyboard, mouse, or external joystick.

Voice announcement is also useful for the Security Specialist/Operator because of the automatic actions that the PFW850 Workstation performs, such as running a macro or when an alarm becomes active. When these actions occur, the operator will hear the announcement and can act accordingly without having to actually look at the screen for messages.

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VOICE RECOGNITION

The PFW850 Workstation allows several ways to manipulate the system. Along with automatic macros, or using the mouse, keyboard,

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or external joystick controls, speech recognition is available. With the required hardware (sound card & microphone) installed, the operator can simply speak the supported commands and the system will respond accordingly.

INSTALLATION

This application will be installed on each individual PC that will be used to control the components of the SX-850 Security Surveillance System. It is recommended that before the PFW850 Workstation is installed, the Setup Utility be installed and configured, noting the location of the floorplan, map, macro, trigger, and readiness level files.

It is possible, however, to install this workstation application without installing the Setup Utility. In this case, the workstation will not have the map or macro capabilities and perform only as a hardware controller.

In the Stand-Alone version, this Workstation and the Setup PC will be one in the same, while in the Server version, the files will be found on a file server, to be shared among several PFW850 workstations.

As all other programs sold in computer software stores, PFW850 is easy to install. Whether from floppy diskettes or a CD-ROM disk, a series of Windows dialog boxes appear on the screen to guide installation onto the hard drive of one PC on your network. Follow the steps in the Install section on page 15 for installation of the standalone or server version of this software.

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Part of installing the PFW850 means copying program files onto the hard drive of a dedicated PC, from either a CD-ROM or a set of floppy diskettes.

PREREQUISITES

SCS Database

The database that resides in the active system CPU must have this PFW850 workstation IP address in the controller database, using an associated monitor. See the Admin Console configuration manual for more details.

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Setup Utility

It is recommended that before the PFW850 Workstation is installed, the Setup Utility be installed and configured, noting the location of the floorplan, map, macro, trigger, and readiness level files.

It is possible, however, to install this workstation application without installing the Setup Utility. In this case, the workstation will not have the mapping capabilities and perform only as a hardware controller.

PLATFORM

As with any PC application that must be reliable, there should be little other than PFW850 running on the same computer.

Hardware

IBM compatible PC with the following charactistics:

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Video Connection to the Surveillance Control System OSD.

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PC without speech engines installed

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P166 or higher

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32 MB RAM

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Hard-drive with18 MB available for the installation and operation of PFW850 and ample space available to store the databases, as well as floorplan, map, macro, readiness level, and trigger files.

PC with speech engines installed

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Pentium II or higher

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64 MB RAM

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Hard-drive with 3 MB available for installation of the text-to speech engine.

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Hard-drive with 11 MB available for installation of the speech recognition engine.

OPTIONAL

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Video Capture Card; supported Hauppage (PCI series), for video monitoring and video capture features.

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Sound Card (for text-to-speech and speech recognition features)

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External Joystick; Supported Microsoft Sidewinder Precision Pro

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Ethernet Controller CU850 (for operator-assist feature)

Operating System

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MS Windows 98

Recommended Settings

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256 color or higher

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1024 x 768

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small fonts

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FROM CD-ROM

If you have the version of this program published on CD-ROM, insert the CD-ROM program disk into the CD-ROM drive on your computer.

Note: It is recommended that you close all other applications before

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continuing with this setup.

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1. Start, Run,

2. Click OK.

Drive:

PFW850 Workstation\Setup.exe

This Setup Utility will begin the installation process with the welcome screen.

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3. Click NEXT

The next choice will be Stand-Alone or Server. Stand-Alone is for a single licensed user having only one workstation. A server installation will need a multi-user license key and require a network file storage server.

The number of PFW850 workstations using the files generated by this setup utility must not exceed the number of licenses purchased.

For a Stand-Alone version go on to step 4. For Server installation, skip to step 10.

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Stand-Alone Installation

The Stand-Alone version of this application will reside on the same PC as the setup utility. All database, floorplan, map, macro, trigger, and readiness level files will be stored on a single PC to be used by a single user.

All files stored locally

Ethernet Hub

PFW850 Setup Utility PFW850 Workstation

SX850 CPU

4. Choose Stand-Alone.

5. Click NEXT

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6. If a destination folder is desired other than the default, type it here, or use the browse button to select a destination.

7. Click NEXT

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8. Type the location that houses the necessary data folders or click the browse button.

This location will house the map, macro and readiness level folders containing the necessary files. These files were created by the PFW850 Setup Utility and must reside on the local PC hard-drive.

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9. Click Next

Go to step 18 to continue installation with Text-to-Speech.

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Server Installation

The Server version of this workstation application will reside on a PC other than the setup utility. The intent is to share the map, floorplan, macro, trigger, and readiness level files with multiple workstation operators from a network fileserver.

Shared folders in this application is used to update centrally located files making them readily accessible by all workstations to download onto their perspective local drives, keeping all databases as up -todate as the Setup Utility.

Each workstation will monitor the server folders every 3 seconds for changes by way of file comparison. When a difference is detected, then automatically load a copy of the updated files onto its local harddrive independently.

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10. Choose Server

Stored Locallly:

· Databases

Ethernet Hub

Stored Remotely:

· Floorplans

· Maps

· Readiness Levels

· Macros

· Triggers

SX850 CPU

PFW850 Setup UtilityPFW850 WorkstationPFW850 Workstation Server/Shared Drive

Stored Locallly:

· Databases

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11. Click NEXT

12. Enter the

Name, Company and Serial Number

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13. Click NEXT

14. If a destination folder is desired other than the default, type it here, or use the browse button to select a destination.

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15. Click NEXT

16. Enter the network path in which the shared files are stored.

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entering the network path of the shared files previously installed by the Setup Utility. See the Setup Utility Installation Manual for detailed information.

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17. Click Next.

To continue the installation with Text-to-Speech, go on to step 18.

Install the Text-to-Speech Engine

To install the text-to-speech engine, read the entire license agreement. You must agree with the terms in order to install the Text-to-Speech Engine.

18. Click Yes to agree and continue text-to-speech installation, or

19. Click No to cancel and continue on to speech recognition installation.

Warning: If NO is selected, the text-to-speech engine will not

be installed, therefore not available.

Install the Speech Recognition Engine

To install the Speech Recognition engine, read the entire license agreement. You must agree with the terms in order to continue the Speech Recognition installation.

20. Click Yes to agree and continue the speech recognition installation, or

21. Click No to cancel the speech recognition installation and continue Workstation setup.

Warning: If NO is selected, the speech recognition engine will

not be installed, therefore not available.

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Complete the setup

NSTALL

22. Click Yes to restart your computer.

Note: In some cases, such as a re-install, a reboot may not be

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necessary. In those cases, the re-boot dialog box will not appear.

23. Click Finish.

Setup is complete; your computer will restart.

When you are able to come this far without an error, the Workstation application is installed and operational. Go on to Start Up on page 28.

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FROM DISKETTES

1. Insert diskette 1 into the floppy drive.

2. From the Start menu, select Run.

3. Type

4. Respond to the dialog boxes.

a:\Setup

, then click Enter.

Refer to the Install

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From CD-ROM section on page 17 for information on how to answer the displayed dialog boxes.

5. Remove each diskette as it finishes, and replacing it with the next one.

The last one asks you to click Finish in order to complete setup.

When you are able to come this far without an error, the Workstation application is installed and operational. Go on to Start Up on page 28.

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The work in Install, beginning page 15, must be complete before continuing with this Start Up section.

After installation double-click on the available desktop icon or from the Start menu, choose Panasonic/PFW850 Workstation.

DATABASE RETRIEVAL

At Startup

At this time, the application will retrieve the current database information from the active system CPU and display the application waiting for the operator to login.

During Operation

To ensure that the PFW850 workstation is always using the current system data, automatic retrieval is provided. This takes the burden off the operator to know if the data used is current. So, if the system CPU databases are changed or updated at anytime during the operation, the PFW850 workstation will detect a difference and immediately retrieve a new copy of the databases automatically. When this occurs, the operator must wait until the download is complete before continuing operation.

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It is necessary for the security specialist-operator to login and out of a controller for several reasons.

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For logging purposes, in the event records are needed.

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To insure each operator is subject to permission and class of service privileges.

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To prevent unwanted individuals from controlling system components.

When the PFW850 workstation application opens, you will be instructed to login.

1. Type your operator ID in the box provided,

2. Type your password.

3. Select the [Log in] button or press [Enter].

The application will validate your ID and password, then open the main window, displaying the default map.

Note: The PFW850 can, however, act individually as a display monitor

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if the operator does not login provided a video card is installed and connected to the SX850 system.

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THE MAP

The map on the screen is a detailed representation of the facility under surveillance, broken into areas or floors that show the location and identity of possibly every camera and alarm in the system. The map is planned and configured with icons representing cameras, alarms, macros and links to other maps using the PFW850 Setup Utility. The operator should become familiar with the map(s) in order to secure the areas which (s)he is responsible.

The maps displayed on the screen have built-in intelligence. A map is smart enough to know if a controller has permission to view its components. The map will determine the controller -to- component permissions and draw the icons on the screen accordingly.

For example, a map may have 20 cameras placed strategically by the administrator during the setup phase. The operator, on the other hand, may only see 15 camera icons because (s)he does not have the proper permission to view the missing cameras. Because each PFW850 can have different permissions, the same map can be slightly different when viewed on different controllers as far as which components are displayed and accessed.

PERATION

The section that displays the map on the screen has a dual purpose. When connected to the system, the map section can switch to video mode and display camera or recorder views.

In addition, the operator can choose “operator assist” mode, which changes the map section to display both the map and video simultaneously. In this case, the operator must manipulate the video and components via a hardware controller (CU850)

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THE KEYPAD

The keypad in the PFW850 is available for those operators who wish to access and control components strictly by using the mouse. When a section refers to “the keypad”, it means to click with the mouse the desired numbers instead of the typing method via the PC keyboard.

Number pad

The number pad is available for the operator to click with the mouse instead of using the PC Keyboard or external joystick.

Enter

The [Enter] key on the keypad works exactly like [Enter] on the PC keyboard allowing the operator to choose a selection without using the PC keyboard or trigger on the external joystick.

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Backspace

The backspace key displayed as [BkSp] will remove a character to the left of the cursor. This works the same as the [Backspace] key on the PC keyboard.

Clear

The [Clear] key will remove all characters in the highlighted section allowing the operator to quickly empty the selection and enter another value.

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MAIN MENU

The main menu is available for selection and control of specific components whether it is or is not visible on a map. Several buttons are available for the setup of certain components in the system, such as iris control on a camera. Many of the setup options are used infrequently and can be accessed via this main menu.

Note: the control and actions will only take place if the proper

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permissions and service class privileges are met.

Select actions will describe how to gain access to a specific aspect of a component. Control actions, on the other hand, will explain the steps needed to manipulate the selection.

Alarm Control

Alarms play an essential role within an SCS. Alarms can automatically trigger an event occurrence such as a camera spot or a tour sequence as well as invoke an action. Actions will allow the system to open or close a contact in the ALARM IO circuit that, for example, will start a siren or possibly turn on a spotlight. It will also alert the operator using a PFW850 controller in the map.

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ALARM STATES

The flow chart below will show five of the six possible alarm states. Armed, Active, Acknowledged, Reset, and Clear. The disarm state is not shown in the flowchart. The alarm must be allowed in the system database in order for an operator to select this state. When an alarm is put in disarmed by the operator, it must be re-armed manually.

ARMED

Yes

(1) Is Alarm

Triggered?

Is the Alarm

Manually Armed?

Yes

ACTIVE

CLEAR

Is the Alarm set to

(3) Is the Alarm

Acknowledged?

(3) Is the Alarm

Reset?

Yes

Auto Arm?

Yes

(2) Is the Alarm

Trigger complete?

ACK

RESET

(3) Is the Alarm

Reset?

Yes

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Alarm State Decision

(1) Triggered:

Normally Open Contacts are Closed Normally Closed Contacts are Open

(2) Trigger Complete:

Normally Open Contacts are Open Normally Closed Contacts are Closed

(3) Can be Manual or Automatic

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Alarms are color-coded on the map according to the current state, such as active, armed, etc. The following table will describe the meaning of each colored state. The clear and reset states are not represented by a color.

Icon Color Alarm State

Disarmed, deactivated and cannot be triggered.

Blue

Green

Yellow

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Armed, ready for activation, or to be triggered. Active, triggered and action has begun.

Red

Acknowledged, recognized but not rearmed.

Select an Alarm

To select an alarm, perform any of the following actions:

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If an alarm exists on a map, single-click on the alarm.

Tip: A blinking alarm on a map indicates the alarm is selected by the

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local PFW850 operator.

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Click the [Alarm] button in the main menu, type the number and click the select button. You may also use the up or down arrows to select an alarm number.

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Note: up and down arrow keys will scroll through only the ID numbers

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configured and present in the database retrieved from the system CPU.

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If an alarm is active, single-click on the Alarm tab.

Each active alarm will appear in the Alarm Tab. If active alarms are present:

Double-click on the alarm. This will cause the associated map to display.

This will also automatically select the alarm and open the alarm window on the left. The operator can then choose to acknowledge, disarm, or rearm the alarm.

When the alarm is selected, movement on the joystick will manipulate the camera view associated with that alarm.

Most of the PFW850 functions will be disabled until the alarm is deselected and returned to normal. See Deselect an alarm for more information.

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Focus on the alarm frame by tab or arrow keys, and then use the keypad to enter the alarm number.

When an alarm is selected, the status will be visible in the status window.

Select Next Alarm

To move to the next alarm in a sequence click the alarm button in the main menu, and then click the [Next] button.

Select Previous Alarm

To move to the previous alarm in a sequence click the [Previous] button.

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Deselect

When an alarm is selected, click the [Deselect] button in the main menu window. This will remove the focus from the selected alarm, allowing the operator freedom to select another alarm, or move to another component.

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CONTROL ACTIONS

Acknowledge

An alarm can only be acknowledged if it is active. Select the active alarm, then click the acknowledge button in the main menu window.

Arm

Either when an alarm is in the disarmed or acknowledged state, select the desired alarm and click the Arm button.

Disarm

Either when an alarm is in the armed or acknowledged state, select the desired alarm and click the disarm button.

Reset

Alarm will reset back to the arm state if the following conditions are met.

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Alarm condition not occurring (as an open door triggered the alarm, but the door is now closed).

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Alarm is active or acknowledged

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Alarm

configured for “auto-arm”

Alarm will reset to the clear state if the following conditions are met:

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Alarm condition is not occurring (as an open door triggered the alarm, but the door is now closed).

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Alarm is active or acknowledged.

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configured for “auto-arm”.

Alarm output circuits are contacts provided as a momentary output to enable or disable external devices, such as, a door opener, strobe light, siren, etc. When an alarm output is selected, the contact will be enabled for amount of time designated upon system setup.

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Select an Alarm Output

1. In the main menu, click on the [Alarm Output] button.

This will allow the operator to select an alarm by using the mouse or PC keyboard.

2. Then click [Select] or use the [Enter] key.

Alarm output selection will enable the circuit contacts as follows:

Normally closed contacts will open.

Normally open contacts will close.

After the predetermined dwell time expires, the alarm output circuit contacts will return to normal or become disabled.

Normally closed contacts will close.

Normally open contacts will open.

Area Select

An area (monitor surveillance area) is comprised of an array of monitors and one or more system controllers and used as a tool to organize a system of large capacity. Each controller is configured as part of an area that the operator will be responsible to monitor tour sequences, group presets, and group sequences that will run on monitors within an assigned area.

An operator logged into a controller will be confined to a specific area unless “area change” privileges are assigned by the administrator, only then allowing a cross into another area. This section will explain the process of changing areas and the limitations if the operator does not have the privilege.

When the area button is not available (grayed-out) the operator does not have sufficient area change permission or service class privileges. If the area button in the main menu is available:

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1. Click the [Area] button in the main menu.

2. Select the desired area.

3. Click the [Select] button or press [Enter].

The newly selected area will be displayed in the status box. The operator is now free to select components or sequence numbers

confined within this selected area.

Camera

A camera is the lifeline within a surveillance system. Each camera is either identified on a map, or called upon by the operator manually. Depending upon the system type, there can be as many as 8192 cameras in the system.

Although a camera may be available, depending upon a specific set of permission, a cameras view or control may be blocked at any given location.

SELECT ACTIONS

Camera selection is one of the most frequent actions the operator will make. Because of this, a special selection area is provided, along with the standard process.

Select a Camera

To select a camera, perform any of the following actions:

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If a camera exists on a map, single-click on the desired camera icon.

Tip: A blinking camera icon on a map indicates that camera is selected

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by the local PFW850 operator.

This will cause the screen to automatically switch into video mode displaying for the operator the camera video.

1. In the Camera Select box, enter the number of the desired camera.

This can be accomplished in several ways.

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Typing the number in the camera select section with the PC keyboard.

Click the keypad with the mouse.

Use the external joystick and enter a number. See external joystick section for more information

2. Click the Select button or use the [Enter] key.

Note: Camera selection is bound to the database retrieved from the

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Focus on the camera frame by tab or arrow keys, and then use the keypad to enter the desired camera number.

Select Next Camera

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To move to the next camera in a sequence, click the [Next] button in the Camera Select window.

Select Previous Camera

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To move to the previous camera in a sequence, click the [Previous] button in the Camera Select window.

CONTROL ACTIONS

In order to control a specific camera, it must be selected. See select actions above in the camera section for an explanation of the different selection options. Keep in mind that there are many different types of cameras on the market, each possessing different features. The controls will only operate if the camera has that particular feature, such as wiper, defrost, zoom, etc. The operator must become familiar with the types of cameras the (s)he is responsible for monitoring.

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There are several different ways to control a camera, provided a movable camera is selected. Use the mouse and click buttons, use the mouse and click on the virtual joystick, or use an external joystick.

Virtual Joystick Control

In order to fully control all aspects of the PFW850 using the mouse, a virtual joystick is provided for camera movement. To control the pan and tilt features of a camera, click inside the circle and drag to the edge in the direction desired. The camera will respond as if using a hardware controller.

Pan

Pan means to move a camera from side-to-side horizontally.

Tilt

Tilt means to move a camera up and/or down vertically.

Zoom

To zoom a camera means to move the lens to wide angle or telephoto positions. This will bring the video image in for a closer look [Tele], or move it farther away [Wide] allowing the operator to view a larger area.

Focus

In order to focus a camera, use the [FAR] and [NEAR] buttons on the virtual joystick. Click the [AUTO] button to automatically focus a camera to the closest object detected.

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CAMERA CONTROL SETTINGS

Some cameras have features available that are used by an operator less frequently than the select, zoom, pan/tilt, or focus. The selected camera must have the feature available and can be accessed by clicking the camera button in the main menu.

Auto Pan

Setting the Auto Pan feature to ON will cause the selected camera to automatically move from left to right and back again. This feature may be used to scan a large area such as a parking lot or auditorium. The camera will constantly move until one of following is performed:

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Auto Pan feature is disabled or turned OFF via the camera settings.

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Move the virtual joystick in any direction.

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Move the external joystick in any direction.

Wiper

The wiper feature can be turned on for cameras exposed to the weather. The operator must select a camera, then turn the wiper on and/or off via the [ON] and [OFF] buttons.

Defrost

The defrost feature can be turned on for cameras exposed to the weather. The operator must select a camera, then turn the defroster on and/or off via the [ON] and [OFF] buttons.

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Aux 1

Some cameras provide auxiliary contacts so external devices can be accessed manually by an operator or automatically by a macro or

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alarm. For more information on Auxiliary contacts, see the user manual supplied with the specific camera model.

Aux 2

Some cameras provide a second set of auxiliary contacts so external devices can be accessed manually by an operator. See Aux 1 above.

Iris

An operator can control the amount of light that enters the camera lens by using the iris control, such as open the lens for more light or close for less light.

Click on the camera button in the main menu, then select the camera other button to access the iris control. Use the [OPEN] button to open the lens (allow more light), and [CLOSE] to close the lens (allow less light). The [AUTO] button is used for automatic iris adjustment.

Camera Menu Options

Some cameras are equipped with an on-screen menu feature. See the user manual supplied with the camera model that has this feature. The buttons in this window will correspond with the hardware controller actions explained in that guide.

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To view the camera menu, click the [ON] button. This will turn the OSD off and turn the Camera Menu on.

Note: The operation of the control buttons may change with each

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different camera model. The description below is a general description, see

models

the operators manual for the specific camera

Up/Down arrows: Right/Left arrows: Double Right/Left arrows:

Will scroll through menu items on the screen.

Will scroll through settings on the selected item

Will go to another menu depending on the

item or camera model

Reset:

sets the selected menu item to the factory default value.

Use the reset button to also enter the SPECIAL menu on some camera models.

Reset All:

sets ALL menus to the factory default value.

Camera Preset

Beyond what the System Administrator does when setting up the SCS, operators of PFW850 workstation establish and identify individual camera presets to the system. A camera preset is a particular combination of azimuth (direction), lens focus and, (if a zoom lens, focal length) and iris setting that yields a certain view. Having specific presets available will enable the operator to quickly switch to a specific camera view without having to PTZF manually.

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SELECT ACTIONS

Before camera presets can be selected, they must be configured, or set. To set camera presets see Control Actions below.

Select Preset

After selecting a monitor and camera to display video, use the following methods to select a preset:

1. Type the desired preset number.

2. Use the up and down arrows to scroll.

3. Use the keypad to select a preset number.

4. Click [Select] or press [Enter].

When a preset selection is made, the camera transmitting video to the screen will move to the selected preset position. This will not prevent the operator from controlling the camera.

CONTROL ACTIONS

Set Preset

Select a preset number using a method described in the Select Preset section. Using the joystick, aim the camera at the desired location and click the SET button.

Verify setting by moving the camera from its present location and click select. The camera will return to the position that you set for the displayed preset number.

Group Preset

A Group Preset is a collection of monitor-camera pairings, whereby in a single shot, a group of monitors will display video output from cameras at specific preset positions.

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SELECT ACTIONS

Select Group Preset

When selecting a group preset, the selection will be confined within the same MSA (monitor surveillance area) as the controller. If the operator wishes to select a group preset in another controller’s MSA, (s)he must enter that area before selecting the group preset. See

Area Select on page 37.

1. Click the [Group Preset] button in the main menu.

2. Type the desired group preset number or use the up and down arrows to scroll to the desired number.

Note: Group Preset selection is bound to the database retrieved from

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the system CPU. That is only , the numbers displayed are those that exist within the database in a specific MSA, since the last retrieval. See Start Up on page 28 for database retrieval information.

3. Click the [Select] button or press [Enter].

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Group Sequence

A Group Sequence is an automated series of Group Presets. It combines several Group Presets, separated by specific periods of time called Dwells.

SELECT ACTIONS

When selecting a group sequence, the selection will be confined within the same MSA (monitor surveillance area) as the controller. If the operator wishes to select a group sequence in another controller’s MSA, (s)he must enter that area before the selection is made. See

Area Select on page 37.

Select Group Sequence

1. Click the [Group Sequence] button in the main menu.

2. Type the desired group sequence number or use the up and down arrows to scroll to the desired number.

Note: Group Sequence selection is bound to the database retrieved

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from the system CPU. That is only , the numbers displayed are those that exist within the database in a specific MSA, since the last retrieval. See Start Up on page 28 for database retrieval information.

3. Click the [Select] button or press [Enter].

The group sequence will run in order of how the group presets were entered into the database by the administrator. The group sequence number followed by an “R” will be displayed in the OSD of the monitors involved.

Stop Group Sequence

Stops the group preset from running; cancels the action. The group sequence number will be removed from the OSD.

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Joystick Settings

It may be necessary to change the settings of the external joystick (for recommended model see Optional hardware in the Platform section on page 16) and the virtual joystick to the operator preference.

Standard

This setting will affect the both external and virtual joysticks. Select STANDARD to cause movement to be the typical, as up is up and down is down.

Reverse

This setting will also affect both external and virtual joysticks. Select REVERSE to cause the movement to be opposite the standard movement, as up is down and down is up. Much like the flight control of video games.

Dead Zone

Dead zone will affect the external joystick sensitivity only. A higher number percentage will cause the joystick to become less

sensitive, that is increasing the dead zone creating larger range of play (no camera movement) from center to the outer limit.

A lower number percentage will cause the joystick to become more sensitive, that is decreasing the dead zone creating a smaller range of play (no camera movement) from center to the outer limit.

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OPERATOR LOGIN

In order to view a map or any video onto the PFW850, or control components, an operator must login with an ID and password. When an operator will be away from the controller, (s)he should logout. This will prevent unauthorized users from accessing the system.

OPERATOR LOGOUT

Using the mouse, simply click on the logout button. The user is immediately logged off the system. The map will be removed, however, the video will remain and the PFW850 can continue to be used as a standard monitor, to be used by another controller.

See the

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Monitor

A Monitor is generally described as a CRT (cathode ray tube) dedicated to viewing images generated by one or more of the components of surveillance system. In this case, the PFW850 has video capabilities and can be selected as a monitor, assuming the proper hardware (happauge video card) is installed and is connected to the SCS. This workstation is also capable of selecting other monitors connected to the system, keeping in mind the MSA, permission, priority, and class of service privileges.

SELECT ACTIONS

When selecting a monitor, the selection will be confined within the same MSA (monitor surveillance area) as the controller. If the operator wishes to select a monitor in another controller’s MSA, (s)he must enter that area before the selection is made. See

Area Select on page 37.

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Select Monitor

Monitor selection is one of the most frequent actions the operator will make. Because of this, a special selection area is provided, along with the standard process.

To select a monitor, perform the following actions:

1. Type the monitor number or

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll to the desired monitor ID number.

3. Click the [Select] button or press [Enter].

Note: Monitor selection is bound to the database retrieved from the

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system CPU. That is only , the numbers displayed are those that exist within the database in a specific MSA, since the last retrieval. See Start Up on page 28 for database retrieval information.

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Focus on the monitor frame by tab or arrow keys, and then use the keypad to enter the desired monitor number and press [Enter].

Select Next Monitor

To move to the next monitor in a sequence, click the [Next] button in the monitor Select window.

Select Previous Monitor

To move to the previous monitor in a sequence, click the [Previous] button in the monitor Select window.

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CONTROL ACTIONS

In the main menu, select the monitor button. The following control actions are available to the operator.

Monitor Lock

It is possible to lose control of a seized monitor due to the last come, first serve rule. Because of this rule, an operator can inadvertently accept or lose responsibility of specific cameras or alarms that are displayed on a monitor. To avoid this, the operator is able to lock a monitor, preventing the rule. Upon locking a monitor, the operator prevents other operators with the same or lower priority from seizing the locked monitor. An “L” will be displayed on the locked monitor, which will alert other operators that the monitor is unavailable.

In this case, the operator can lock a monitor and move on to another monitor leaving the specified monitor in the locked condition, however, after controlling components displayed on particular monitor, the operator should unlock his or her locked monitor. This will allow other operators to seize that particular monitor. If the operator logs out of the controller, all monitor locks enabled by the operator will be removed.

In order to lock a monitor, the operator must seize the desired monitor (see Select Monitor) and click the Monitor button in the main menu. Then click the Monitor Lock ON button. An “L” will be displayed showing that the monitor is locked. To unlock a monitor, make sure that the monitor is seized and click the Monitor Lock OFF button. The displayed “L” will be removed indicating that the monitor is open for other operators.

OSD functions

Each monitor will show textual information about the component being displayed. The operator is permitted to show or hide any or all of the following information:

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Global OSD: All textual information shown on the screen will be displayed or hidden when using the [ON] or [OFF] buttons respectively. OSD settings will have no affect on

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the camera number, time, and date and cannot be turned off.

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Camera Title: Display or hide Camera number and Name (given by the administrator) by using the [ON] or [OFF] buttons.

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General Status: Tour and alarm information as well as which keyboard has the monitor seized can be displayed or hidden using the [ON] or [OFF] buttons.

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Monitor Status: Monitor number and area associated with the particular monitor can be displayed or hidden by using the [ON] or [OFF] buttons.

Recorder

Recording devices can, as an option, be connected to the surveillance system. If the optional recording feature is available, the operator may view and control the actions of specified video recording devices, such as VCRs. Although a recorder may be available, depending upon a specific set of permissions, a recorder’s view or control may be blocked at any given location.

SELECT ACTIONS

A recorder in play mode acts as a camera in the system, displaying video onto a monitor. However, it is possible to control or review the video in the same manner as you would on your VCR at home.

Select Recorder

Recording devices connected to the system can be manipulated in the same manner as you would using the remote control at home. Select the recorder using the following method:

1. Click the [Recorder] button in the main menu.

2. Type the desired recorder number or use the up and down arrows to scroll to the desired number.

3. Click the [select] button.

4. Select a control action.

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Record

Stop

Pause

Play

Fast forward

Rewind

Step Forward

Select Next Recorder

To move to the next recorder in a sequence click the [Recorder] button in the main menu, and then click the [Next] button.

Select Previous Recorder

To move to the previous Recorder in a sequence click the [ Recorder] button in the main menu, then click the [Previous] button

CONTROL ACTIONS

When selecting a control action, the selected monitor will display the action accordingly to let the operator know which action is being performed.

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Power On

Turns the power on to the selected recorder.

Power Off

Turns the power off to the selected recorder.

Stop Play

Stops the control action, such as play, fast forward, and rewind on the selected recorder.

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Pause

Pause a recorder play action to temporarily put the action at rest.

Play

Runs the videotape to review the video recorded.

Rewind

Wind back in reverse the videotape on the selected recorder.

Fast Forward

Advance rapidly forward the videotape on the selected recorder.

Step Forward

Advance forward on a frame-by-frame basis the video on the selected recorder when in pause mode.

Record

Reproduce the video transmitted by a specific camera on the selected recorder.

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Speech Settings

TEXT-TO-SPEECH

Text-to-speech is an optional feature supplied with the PFW850 installation Disk. This enables the operator to hear the goings-on of the system without actually selecting components. Such as when a database update is being performed, an alarm becomes active, video is lost the system will respond by speaking to the operator the activity. Here the operator will enable/disable the text-to speech feature, as well as control the speed at which the voice speaks.

These settings will not be available if the text-to-speech engine has not been installed. See the Install the Text-to-Speech Engine on page 24 for installation information.

Speech Response Enable/Disable

If installed, click on the [Speech Settings] button. To enable or disable this feature using the [ON] and [OFF] buttons provided. By default, this feature is turned on.

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Speed

The speed of the spoken voice can be changed using the slide bar to slow or speed up the speaking voice in this feature. Each operator will manipulate or control the system at his or her own speed, the speed control is available for the operator to customize the PFW850 workstation. This is a personal preference and can be changed as different operators login, such as shift changes.

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SPEECH RECOGNITION

The PFW850 allows several ways to manipulate the system. Along with automatic macros, or using the mouse, keyboard, or external joystick controls, speech recognition is available. With the required hardware (sound card & microphone) installed, the operator can simply speak specific commands and the system will recognize those commands and respond accordingly.

These settings will not be available if the text-to-speech engine has not been installed. See the Install the Speech Recognition Engine on page 24 for installation information.

Enable/Disable

If installed, click n the [Speech Settings] button. To enable or disable this feature using the [ON] and [OFF] buttons provided. By default, this feature is turned off.

Microphone

In order for speech recognition to work, a microphone is necessary. There are many different type, shapes, and sizes at all costs. Consider the environment and determine what type of microphone is needed. When a microphone is chosen, it will be necessary to calibrate it to the operators voice.

Buying a microphone for speech recognition

One of the best ways to increase accuracy for speech recognition is to have the right microphone. Here is a list of the different types of microphones and some information about them.

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Built-into the computer/monitor - Microphones built-into computers or computer monitors work for command & dictation because they are too far away and pick up a lot of noise.

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Built-into the keyboard - Microphones built-into keyboards do not work well for speech recognition because they are too far away and pick up a lot of noise.

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Clip-on - Clip-on microphones clip onto your shirt, just microphones. In addition, the cord sometimes gets in the way.

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Close-talk - You wear close-talk microphones on your head so that the microphone is as close to your mouth as possible. These work the best for speech recognition and dictation because they hear only the person speaking and not any background noise. Unfortunately, the cord sometimes gets in the way.

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Desktop - Desktop microphones usually rest in a microphone stand. If you keep the microphone pointing towards you and about 6" (15cm) from your mouth, they work well, but only in quiet rooms.

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Earpiece - Earpiece microphones rest on your ear. These work well for speech recognition and dictation but not as well as close-talk microphones. Unfortunately, the cord sometimes gets in the way.

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Hand-held - Although hand-held microphones pick up very little noise, they are not convenient for most speech recognition purposes because they must be held 4" (10 cm) away from the user's mouth.

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Handset – These microphones look like normal telephone handsets, but they plug into the microphone jack rather than the telephone jack. Handsets get good accuracy.

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Rest on the computer - Microphones that rest on the computer do not work well for dictation because they are too far away and pick up a lot of noise, but they will work for command and control.

You can buy a microphone from many local electronics and computer stores, or mail order it. When buying a microphone, you should consider the following:

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How much are you willing to pay? Very cheap microphones do not provide good recognition accuracy. Although high-priced microphones will get slightly higher accuracy compared to mid-priced microphones, most of the benefit is in additional comfort and noise-resistance.

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Where will you be using speech recognition? If you are speaking in a quiet room, a close-talk or handset microphone is best, but other types of microphone (e.g. desktop) may also give good results. However, if you are speaking in a noisy room or a cubicle environment, a close-talk or handset microphone is essential for good performance.

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Is the microphone comfortable? If you have to wear a microphone, make sure it’s comfortable since you may be wearing the microphone for several hours each day.

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Will the microphone work with your sound card? Not all microphones work with all sound cards. You should refer to your sound card’s documentation for a list of compatible microphones. If it doesn’t contain a list, then look for microphones specifically designed to be used with computers.

Calibrate the microphone

In the main menu, click on the speech settings button. Under the Speech Recognition, click on the Mic button. This will start the microphone wizard. Follow the steps and answer

the questions correctly. Use the on-line help for further information on installing and calibrating the microphone.

Commands

In order for the PFW850 Workstation to recognize the specific commands, the operator must speak the intended number, followed by the component. Such as “One-thousand one; Camera”. The number will be displayed in the number field of the keypad when recognized, then when the component command is spoken, the number will be inserted into the correct field and the intended choice will be selected.

The operator must keep in mind, the permissions and service class privileges of which (s)he is restricted. If a permission is denied the desired component, the PFW850 Workstation will ignore the spoken command.

Supported Commands

Camera

Preset

Monitor

Group Preset

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Group Sequence

Tour Sequence

Area Select

Alarm

Alarm Output

Recorder

Tour Sequence

A Tour Sequence is an automated sequence of steps, whereby, in a single shot, a single monitor displays video output from a series of cameras that have gone to specific preset positions. A tour sequence can be invoked in several ways, manually called by an operator, automatically by a macro, or automatically by an alarm action.

SELECT ACTIONS

When selecting a tour sequence, the selection will be confined within the same MSA (monitor surveillance area) as the controller. If the operator wishes to select a tour sequence in another controller’s MSA, (s)he must enter that area before the selection is made. See

Area Select on page 37.

Select Tour Sequence

Select the tour sequence using the following method:

1. Click the [Tour Sequence] button in the main menu.

2. Type the desired tour preset number or use the up and down arrows to scroll to the desired number.

Note: Tour Sequence selection is bound to the database retrieved from

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the system CPU. That is only , the numbers displayed are those that exist within the database in a specific MSA, since the last retrieval. See Start Up on page 28 for database retrieval information.

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4. Select a control action.

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Cancel

Run Forward

Increment

Pause

Run Reverse

Decrement

The tour sequence will run in order of how the cameras were entered into the database by the administrator. The tour sequence number followed by an “R” will be displayed in the OSD of the monitors involved.

Select Next Tour Sequence

To move to the next tour in sequence perform the following:

1. Click the [Tour Sequence] button in the main menu, and then click the [Next] button.

2. Select a control action.

A “T” and the selected number followed by “R” will be displayed on the OSD of the monitors involved in the selected sequence indicating which group sequence is running.

Select Previous Tour Sequence

To move to the previous tour in sequence perform the following:

1. Click the [Tour Sequence] button in the main menu, and then click the [Previous] button.

2. Select a control action.

A “T” and the selected number followed by “R” will be displayed on the OSD of the monitors involved in the selected sequence indicating which group sequence is running.

CONTROL ACTIONS

Cancel Tour Sequence

Stops the tour from running, cancel the action. The tour sequence number will be removed from the OSD.

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Pause tour Sequence

Pause a tour sequence to temporarily put the action at rest. A “P” will be displayed on the OSD of the monitors displaying the tour sequence.

Resume Tour Sequence

Click the [RUN FORWARD] or [RUN REVERSE] button to continue a tour sequence that has previously been paused. An “R” will now be displayed in the OSD to indicate the tour sequence in again running.

Run Tour Sequence in Forward

Runs the selected tour sequence in the order that is placed in the system database. In other words, the tour sequence will run in the same order of how the cameras were entered into the database by the administrator. The tour sequence number followed by an “R” will be displayed in the OSD of the monitors involved. There is no indication of which order, forward or reverse, the tours are running.

Run Tour Sequence in Reverse

Reverse the order in which a particular tour Sequence will run. In other words, the tour sequence will run in the opposite order of how the cameras were entered into the database by the administrator. The tour sequence number followed by an “R” will be displayed in the OSD of the monitors involved. There is no indication of which order, forward or reverse, the tours are running.

Increment Tour Sequence

Step up the tour Sequence to the next ID number within the area. This will not automatically stop the current Sequence running. It will simply initiate the next sequence in order, provided permission is granted.

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Decrement Tour Sequence

Step down the tour Sequence to the next ID number within the area. This will not automatically stop the current Sequence running. It will simply initiate the next sequence in order, provided permission is granted.

Video Capture

Video capture is a tool that the operator can use to take a snapshot of the current video frame displayed in the local PFW850 window. This feature can be very useful in surveillance system, as the snapshot will be saved in BMP file format and then can be emailed, saved to diskette and recalled for future use.

To capture a snapshot of the current video displayed, perform the following steps:

Select a camera view using the local PFW850 monitor.

ACTIONS

Click on the VIDEO capture button in the main menu. This will open the video capture options window and if a map is

displayed, automatically switch to video mode. Use the following buttons to capture a snapshot of the live video frame, refresh the file list, view a previously captured still picture, or end the video-snapshot view. Click the MAIN button to return to the main menu.

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Capture

Takes a snapshot, of the video displayed in the video window. It will automatically save the snapshot to a file in the PFW850 Workstation/Capture folder on the local PFW850 hard-drive.

The snapshot filename will consist of PC date and time on which the snapshot was taken.

Warning: The filename will reflect the current date and time of

the Local PFW850 windows setting. For information on changing the Windows setting see the Windows

user guide supplied with the local PC.

View

In order to view a snapshot previously captured, double-click on the desired filename or click to highlight the desired BMP file in the list and click the VIEW button. This will cause the video window to change from live video to the snapshot chosen.

End View

After a snapshot has been captured, or viewed, the operator must click the END VIEW button in order for the video window to close the snapshot and return to the live video feed transmitted from the selected camera.

Refresh

If, for any reason, the files have been moved, added, or deleted, the Video Capture & Review window will not reflect the changes. The operator must click the REFRESH button to update the file list.

Delete

The delete feature is available for the operator to remove a capture file when it is no longer needed. The delete button is available for the operators convenience, so that (s)he does not have to manipulate the files through the windows explorer. Here, the snapshot can be viewed before the decision to delete is made.

Highlight the desired capture file and click the delete button.

Warning: This will permanently remove the file from the

Workstation hard-drive. There are no restore feature available.

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Video Settings

Set the video that will be processed by the installed video card in the local PFW850 workstation PC. This window will only be available if the recommended Happauge video card is installed.

The selections may vary according to the version of Happauge video card installed. Not all versions perform the same functions. Refer to the installation manual included with the video card installed.

CONFIGURE

These settings will vary according to the video card installed. Refer to the installation manual included with the installed video card. Click on the buttons available to enable or disable specific video formats and input types supported by the video card version.

IMAGE CONTROL

These settings will vary according to the video card installed. Refer to the installation manual included with the installed video card. Slide bars are provided for the operator to click and drag to increase or decrease the perspective option. Use the default button to set all options at 50 percent.

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CURRENT STATE

Whether selecting a camera, monitor, alarm, sequence, etc. the window shown below will display the current state of each component. Each item will display either the selected ID and/or its current state. See each section individually for a detailed explanation of component states.

In addition, when using the external joystick, this window will be used to control components and make selections. See External Joystick section for more information on selecting components.

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Alarm:

Displays the ID number, state, and contact

information of the currently selected alarm

Area:

Displays the area that the PFW850 workstation is confined to or current area selected by the operator.

Camera:

Displays the logical number of the

selected camera.

Camera Preset:

This field is used for the external joystick to select a camera preset for the camera displayed. There is no indication of current status displayed in this field.

Group Preset:

This field is used for the external joystick to select a group preset. There is no indication of current status displayed in this field.

Group Sequence:

This field is used for the

external joystick to select a group sequence.

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ASSIST MODE

There is no indication of current status displayed in this field.

Monitor:

Displays the current selected local

monitor number within the displayed area.

Operator ID:

Displays the Operator ID number and name currently logged into the PFW850 Workstation.

Recorder:

Displays the selected Recording device and its current state presented (such as PLAY, REWIND, etc.) on the chosen monitor.

Tour Sequence:

Displays the selected Tour Sequence local number its current state presented (such as RUNNING, PAUSE, etc.) on the chosen monitor within the displayed area.

When placing the PFW850 into Operator Assist Mode, it will display simultaneously, the map and video that must be controlled by a hardware keyboard. This allows an operator to view the location of a camera and/or alarm while also being able to view the video at the same time. Because of the limited desktop space, components cannot be controlled by the mouse or external joystick in this mode. The operator must access components using a hardware keyboard.

The operator, from a hardware controller (CU-850), must access the monitor designated for the PFW850. The Workstation must also be set in the Operator Assist mode. The operator would select components normally. The advantage of the Operator Assist mode is the map will be visible for the component selected, and the status messages for system, alarm, macro, and video loss will still be available. When the PFW850 workstation is in the Operator Assist mode, the operator is prevented from manipulating the components from the application itself. To restore the applications operation, select normal mode.

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STATUS TABS

The status section is divided into tabbed windows in order to report messages that will be important to the operator. When a message occurs, a beep will sound alerting the operator that a message has been received. In most cases, when a message is present, the appropriate tab will come to the front to allow the operator quick view of the situation.

The operator can also click on the tab to view messages in the following sections.

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System Status

The system status tab will display all messages pertaining to the PFW850 system operation.

The following message types will be displayed:

General system messages

♦

: Displays when a system error occurs. When this type of message occurs, the system has detected a fault and the operator should contact service personnel.

Operator interaction messages

♦

: Displays when the operator attempts an action that is invalid or not allowed. Such as selecting a camera that does not exist or selecting a camera without the proper permission. Also displays when the workstation changes status or information must be relayed to the operator. Such as when a login is successful, the voice response feature is enabled or disabled, etc.

File transfer messages

♦

: Displays when a file transfer occurs or is expected. File transfers occur when maps, macros, readiness levels, triggers, or floorplans are changed in the specified shared folder. Also, databases are retrieved from the active system CPU each time the application is started or when a change is detected. Messages are reported for successful retrieval or when a problem occurs.

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The operator should become familiar with what these messages mean because they will not remain on the screen. The messages will be displayed for 8 seconds, then will be removed. Some messages can be very important and let the operator know that a malfunction has occurred. Keep a pencil and paper nearby and write down these important messages. Service personnel may need to know what messages have been displayed in order to determine a problem. See the System Messages section for a complete description of the messages.

Macro Status

Reports each macro action executed by this workstation and displays if the step was successful or displays an error if any step cannot be executed. This section will also report the macro name, status, and start and end times of the executed macro.

Video Loss

Reports video loss from any camera in the system that has been configured in the system CPU database. The installer may have to adjust the video loss threshold within the Admin Console in order to eliminate erroneous messages.

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Active Alarms

Because not all alarms appear on the displayed or any map, active alarms will be reported and can be viewed in this section. Doubleclick on the alarm in the list to automatically select and open the alarm window in the main menu. The operator can then perform the desired alarm action, such as acknowledge, reset, etc.

Also, When using multiple maps, double-click on the active alarm. The PFW850 will search the maps for the selected alarm. If the alarm appears on a map, that map will be displayed automatically and the alarm selected.

The alarm must be deselected to return the PFW850 to normal operation.

Timed Macros

Reports all macros that will be executed by this workstation on a timed basis. When the specified time and date occurs, use the macro tab to view the status of the macro steps to insure that each step was executed correctly.

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Readiness Level

A readiness level is a specific group that macro/trigger pairs are assigned. Each pair must have a readiness level appointed that will have been previously created by the administrator.

This workstation will monitor the designated triggers assigned to the level displayed here, and when detected, will execute its associated macro. The operator may click on another readiness level to change the level at which the workstations will monitor the designated triggers, however is not recommended unless otherwise instructed by a supervisor or administrator.

A readiness level will be assigned macros that a particular workstation will run when it detects the associated trigger. For example, when a specific alarm is detected, the assigned workstation will perform actions designated by the macro instructions and display certain camera views on specific monitors automatically. The workstation will only perform the macro actions when the designated readiness level is displayed. So, careful planning is needed on the administrator’s part, and the operator should not change the readiness level unless standard operating procedures warrant the change. See the Macro Execution section for further information.

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About

Display general information about this software, such as version number. In addition, the IPA displayed is the address of the active system CPU.

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MACRO EXECUTION

A macro can be executed in two different ways. If a macro icon exists on a map, it can be manually executed by the operator.

Macros can be automatically executed by workstation according to the configuration setup by the administrator using the Setup Utility.

It will also provide a mechanism to configure actions that take place automatically (behind the scenes) based upon specific events called Macros. The events that invoke the administrator defined actions are called triggers and will run a macro according to pre-defined readiness levels.

The readiness levels will enable an administrator to define actions which will only be used within the specified level, thus allowing for pre-defined actions to take place during critical times or in critical spaces, while ignoring events that happen during normal conditions.

Macros defined will invoke a series of actions automatically such as, placing a camera view onto a monitor or running a Tour Sequence on a particular monitor. Macros can be triggered manually by an operator when placed on a map, or run automatically when specific events occur, such as a door opening, or motion detected. Macros should be well planned taking into account permissions, areas, privileges, etc.

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XTERNAL JOYSTICK

OYSTICK

Components of the SX850 Security Surveillance System can be controlled several ways explained in previous sections. This section will discuss control using an external joystick, specifically the MS Sidewinder Precision Pro model.

Shown below is the button mapping associated with the recommended external joystick. The buttons used are the Hat Switch, Button 1 (trigger), Buttons 2, 3 and 4 only. All other buttons are not used.

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Component Selection

Change Number

The status window shown below has a dual purpose. It will show the status of several different components, as well as serve as a mechanism to select components solely with the external joystick.

Follow the description in the paragraphs below for information on the button mapping and directions for using the status window and external joystick.

1. Using the Hat Switch, move the switch to the right or left to move the cursor to a desired component location in the status window.

The desired component section will turn red to show the operator which is the component to be changed.

Hat switch

Select Function

Point Of View

2. Then move the hat switch up or down to the desired component number.

3. Finally, press the trigger [Enter] button to make the selection.

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Camera Control

Pan/Tilt

Hat Switch Point Of View (POV) Control

Button 3

Button 2 Auto Focus

Front View

Button 4

After a monitor and camera has been selected, move the joystick in all directions to place the movable camera to the desired view.

Zoom

After a monitor and camera has been selected, twist the joystick to the left for a telephoto view or to twist to the right for a wide-angle view of the selected movable camera.

Focus

After a monitor and camera has been selected, press button 3 to focus the movable camera near, and use button 4 to focus far. Press button 2 to invoke the automatic focus feature for the specific camera.

Hat Switch (POV)

Button 1 Trigger (Enter)

Button 2 Auto Focus

Side View

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ESSAGES

System messages will be displayed in the system status tab on the screen. When a message appears in the window, a sound can be heard. If the system status tab is not visible when the message occurs, the tab will automatically be brought to the front so the operator can view the message and act accordingly is necessary.

below. System messages are classified in three different categories as listed

♦

General system: messages generated by the system due to some malfunction in software.

♦

Operator interaction: message generated due to an action performed by the operator.

♦

File Transfer: messages generated by the workstation while performing a file transfer of maps, macros, readiness levels, triggers, floorplans, or system databases.

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GENERAL

If any of the following messages are displayed, the operator should contact the system administrator immediately. These messages may appear due to a system fault, or outdated software.

CODE Displayed Message CODE Displayed Message

A Invalid monitor sequence ID 16 Invalid sequence type B Invalid alarm control code 2A Invalid priority error C Invalid camera control code 2B Invalid system request error

E Invalid sequence control code 22 Remote OS9 system down 01 Invalid or unrecognized message type 25 Remote system error 02 Invalid message format 26 KIP duplicated message error 03 Invalid message sequence number 27 Can’t find ID 1F Invalid camera menu control error 31 Camera type error 12 Invalid ID select mode 32 Camera configuration access error 13 Invalid alarm output control mode 33 Monitor configuration access error 14 Invalid VCR control mode 35 Monitor kernel communication error

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The message listed in the table below will appear due to operator interaction. These messages will be informational and let the user know that the action performed was denied for a reason, such as object does not exist or the permission is denied. It will be important to remember that each message will be removed from the screen about 8 seconds after it appears. Ask you system administrator for a list of valid IDs or permissions.

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D Invalid alarm output ID

F Invalid camera preset 04 Invalid alarm ID 05 Invalid logical camera ID 06 Invalid group sequence ID 07 Invalid operator ID 08 Invalid password

10 Invalid group preset 11 Invalid controller ID 15 Invalid VCR ID 09 Invalid logical monitor ID 23 Invalid area number error

Invalid characters in Operator ID field

Invalid characters in the Password field

Invalid characters in Monitor Select field

An alarm output circuit has been selected that does not exist. A camera preset has been selected that does not exist. An alarm has been selected that does not exist. A camera has been selected that does not exist. A group sequence has been selected that does not exist. An operator has attempted to login using an ID that does not exist. An operator has attempted to login using a password that does not

exist. Operator has selected a group preset number that does not exist.

A VCR has been selected that does not exist. A monitor has been selected that does not exist. An area has been selected that does not exist. Operator has entered invalid characters in the operator ID field.

Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number. Operator has entered invalid characters in the password field. .

Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number. Operator has entered invalid characters in the monitor select field. .

Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

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Invalid characters in Tour Sequence field

Invalid characters in Recorder Select field

Invalid characters in Alarm Select field

Invalid characters in Camera Preset Select field

Operator has entered invalid characters in tour sequence field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

Operator has entered invalid characters in the recorder select field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

Operator has entered invalid characters in the alarm select field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

Operator has entered invalid characters in the camera preset field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

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CODE Displayed Message Description

Invalid characters in Camera Select field

Operator has entered invalid characters in the camera select field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

Permissions

Invalid characters in Area Select field

Invalid characters in Alarm Output field

Invalid characters in Group Preset field

Invalid characters in Group Sequence field

1A Controller to monitor permission error

1B Group sequence permission error

17 Camera video to controller permission error

18 Camera control permission error

19 Camera to monitor permission error

20 Operator to controller permission error

Operator has entered invalid characters in the area select field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

Operator has entered invalid characters in the alarm output field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

Operator has entered invalid characters in the group preset field. . Delete invalid characters and enter a valid number.

Operator has entered invalid characters in the group sequence field. (valid characters 0-9)

Operator has selected a monitor using a controller that does not have the rights or proper permission.

Operator has selected a group sequence using a controller that does not have the rights or proper permission.

Operator has selected a camera using a controller that does not have the rights or proper permission.

Operator has attempted to control a camera using a controller that does not have the rights or proper permission.

Operator has selected a camera to be displayed on a monitor that does not have the rights or proper permission.

Operator has attempted to logon to a controller without the rights or proper permission.

Logon/Logoff

1C Alarm permission error

28 VCR video to monitor permission error

29 Controller to VCR video/control permission

error

21 Regular operator cannot change area

You do not have area select capability

Welcome [Operator name] Operator [ID] logged in at [time]

1D Operator is not logged on error

1E Controller to alarm IO permission error

You must enter an operator ID.

Operator has selected an alarm using a controller that does not have the rights or proper permission.

Operator has selected a VCR to be displayed on a monitor that does not have the rights or proper permission.

Operator has attempted to control a VCR that is displayed on a monitor using a controller that does not have the rights or proper permission.

An operator with out “area change” privileges attempted to change areas.

System automatically disables “area select” button when privilege is denied to operator, however when “area select” voice command is requested this message will appear.

Displays each time an operator successfully logs in.

An operator has attempted to control the workstation without logging in. This could be a result of a automatic logoff or system failure (switchover).

Operator has selected an Alarm Output using a controller that does not have the rights or proper permission.

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You must first logout before logging in

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Attempt to login after an operator is already logged in.

Action

Invalid Operator Invalid Password License Violation: XX users on a XX user

license

30 Camera busy error

34 Monitor busy error

Alarm must be active or acknowledged to be reset

No alarm selected No camera selected No monitor is selected

Cannot perform this action while an alarm is seized

No monitor selected or Monitor is busy

Displays if an invalid operator ID is entered. Displays if a valid operator is entered, but the password is invalid Displays when the maximum number of logged in users have been

exceeded.

The camera selected is being used by another device with a higher priority, such as another controller, operator or alarm.

The monitor selected is being used by another device with a higher priority, such another controller, operator or alarm.

Operator cannot reset an alarm in any state other than Active or Acknowledge. See Alarm States for more information.

An attempt to perform an alarm action with no alarm selected An attempt to go to or set a camera preset with no camera seized Anytime an action is attempted that requires a monitor t o be

selected, and a monitor is NOT first selected. System does not allow most functions to be performed while in

alarm mode. Affected buttons are disabled, however when a voice command is requested this message will appear.

When a macro executes and the action requires a monitor, but the monitor is not selected or is busy.

No camera selected or camera is busy

Voice activation on/off

When a macro executes and the camera preset action attempts to execute but there is no camera selected or the camera is busy.

Displays when voice activation is turned on or off.

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FILE TRANSFER

Each time the application starts-up, it will retrieve databases from the active system CPU. In addition, every three seconds, the workstation checks the shared folder for changes in the maps, macros, triggers, etc. When these conditions are met, a file transfer is performed.

Whether from the system CPU or from a shared folder, the system will report any problems with the transfer. In some cases, the system may be busy and will require a wait period. It may be very important to write down which message was displayed, as it will be removed from the screen in 8 seconds. If after a few minutes, the workstation does not recover, make note of the specific message displayed and call your system administrator. The administrator will need to know the message displayed in order to take corrective action.

CODE Displayed Message Description

24 All links are in busy state

Could not obtain remote IP address. You can either retry communication or end this application.

Voice Activation failed

Error loading captured image

New floorplan retrieved: [filename]

New macro retrieved: [filename]

New map retrieved: [filename]

Reloading current map: [filename]

New readiness level retrieved: [filename]

New trigger retrieved: [filename]

Retrieval failed: [filename]

Failed to switch to Assist Mode

Appears upon initial start up or upon login if the workstation cannot find an active CPU on the network.

Voice Recognition failed upon initialization (when voice recognition is turned on initially or on application startup).

Attempt to view a saved image file that is corrupt or does not contain the proper image format.

When a floorplan is added to the shared folder, the workstation will detect, download and report the automatic action.

When a macro is added to the shared folder, the workstation will detect, download and report the automatic action.

When a map is added to the shared folder, the workstation will detect, download and report the automatic action.

When a new map is detected and determined to be the current displayed map, the workstation map will be closed and reloaded automatically.

When a readiness level is added to the shared folder, the workstation will detect, download and report the automatic action.

When a trigger is added to the shared folder, the workstation will detect, download and report the automatic action.

Download of the requested file fails due to the file in use, file corrupt, insufficient HDD space, etc.

Assist mode makes a priority request to the system. If this request fails, the workstation cannot move to assist mode.

Error deleting local database files

Prior to a database retrieval, a backup copy is made, then the local copy is deleted. If the delete fails, this message will appear.

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FTP error # [number & description]

During the database retrieval process and an error occurs, this message will appear.

YSTEM MESSAGES

Logged off by system at [time] No free links try again later

Cannot locate the shared drive [shared path] containing the PFW850 specific files

Could not retrieve necessary information from the file PFW850.ini at [remote path]. Contact administrator

The serial number with in the file PFW850.ini at [shared path] is invalid. Contact administrator

The floor plan graphic [filename] caused an error during loading.

Can’t run macro, system in wrong readiness level

Operator is logged off automatically, such as inactivity. System is overloaded and very busy. Wait a few seconds and make the

attempt again. Displays in the server version when the specified shared drive is not

accessible or the files are missing within the specified path. Displays in the server version when the specified shared drive containing

the PFW850.ini is not accessible or the file is missing. Displays in the server version when the specified shared drive containing

the PFW850.ini is not accessible, the file is missing, or the wrong serial number has been entered.

Floorplan file may not exist or may be corrupt. No background will be loaded.

Displays when an operator attempts to execute a macro assigned to a readiness level that the workstation is not assigned. See executing macros section for further information.

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ACRONYMS

CPU – central processing unit, part on an SCS GUI – graphical user interface IP – internet protocol IPA – internet protocol address KIP – keyboard interface protocol LCPU – local CPU MSA – monitor surveillance area PTZF – a group acronym representing the four camera-control

functions: Pan, Tilt, Zoom, and Focus SCS – surveillance control system VCR – videocassette recorder

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TERMS

acknowledge – as in an alarm, let the SCS know that a specific alarm

alarm – a programmed association between an event and an action

alarm identification number – a decimal number that uniquely

identifies an alarm within the system.

alarm output – a set of contacts that can be configured and

area – arm – to prepare or ready an alarm assist mode – see camera – a device which transmits a picture to be televised or

camera preset – a predetermined camera position. central processing unit (CPU) – that part of a Surveillance Control

com port – the communications port on a PC, a workstation, server or

component – a device used in the SX-850 SCS, such as, camera,

controller – an operators tool for selecting and aiming a surveillance

database – a collection of information specific to a component that

decrement – the act or process of decreasing; a negative increment. deselect – to unselect or remove from selection.

has been recognized.

(normally an automated sequence).

on a video camera, and this event triggers a pre-programmed

action, such as a camera preset that is executed automatically by

the system. A user can also control an alarm.

physically connected to an external device and perform an action

when opened or closed, such as turn on a spotlight, or sound a

siren.

monitor surveillance area (MSA).

see

operator assist

recorded in motion.

System (SCS) that controls the functioning of the entire system,

which it also enables. Operating on either active or standby status,

if active, it is the Main CPU; if in standby, it is the Redundant (or

Backup) CPU.

other data terminal equipment. This port is sometimes referred to

as the serial, RS-232, DB-9 or DB-25 port (depending on if it has

9 or 25 pins).

monitor, alarm, system controller, alarm input/output or VCR.

camera. Can be either a GUI screen image, or a physical device

with a set of alphanumeric keys and a joystick.

the SCS uses for proper operation.

Example

: Motion is detected

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device number – com port which the external or foreign device is

connected.

disarm – to deactivate an alarm Ethernet controller – a system controller that communicates

via

Ethernet physical-layer interface. floorplan – a diagram or graphical representation of a room, floor or

building, usually drawn to scale of a facility under surveillance. focus – the position of a viewed object or the adjustment of an optical

device necessary to produce a clear image. group preset – a collection of monitor-camera pairings, whereby in a

single shot, a group of monitors will display video output from

cameras at specific preset positions.

group sequence – an automated sequence of Group Preset steps. GUI controller – a system that provides a user with a PC-based

graphical user interface (GUI) controller. hardware – the mechanical, magnetic, or electrical device necessary

for conducting activity. hardware controller - the mechanical used for controlling

components within the system.

increment – the act or process of increasing. internet protocol (IP) address – a unique 32-bit identifier for a

specific TCP/IP computer or other device (such as a printer) on a

network. IP addresses are in dotted decimal form, with each of the

four address fields assigned a value from 1 to 255.

Example:

128.127.50.224

iris – a composite diaphragm with a central aperture readily

adjustable for size, used to regulate the amount of light admitted

to a lens or optical system. joystick – a lever used to control the movement of an object such as a

camera, or cursor on the monitor. keyboard – when it is not the keyboard part of a PC, a

this context could be another name for a

controller. See

keyboard

controller. keyboard controller –

usually

a controller.

controller.

See

keyboard interface protocol – login/logon – the process of identifying and authenticating oneself to

the system.

logout/logoff – to type in the needed keystrokes for ending a session. macro – a single computer instruction that represents a sequence or

series of instructions or keystrokes. main CPU – the central processing unit of an SCS (Surveillance

Control System) operating in the “active” mode, providing

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centralized control of the entire system. It is backed up by a

redundant CPU operating in standby mode, and capable of taking

over at any instant upon instruction from the management switch. map – a floorplan that contains objects and components which an

operator can click and invoke actions. map link – an icon or button that, when clicked, will change the view

to another map. monitor – a CRT (cathode ray tube) dedicated to viewing images

generated by one or more of the components of a surveillance

system.

monitor area – monitor surveillance area (MSA) – an administrator’s selective

grouping of several locally-numbered monitors and one or more

controllers. A control/communications center for security will

contain one or more MSA(s). object – an icon placed on a map or in a macro, such as a component,

tour, or map link. operator – a human who accesses the system, selects resources, and

controls successfully selected system resources. operator assist –displays simultaneously, the map and video that

must be controlled by a hardware keyboard. on-screen display –text displayed on a monitor of the video

displayed. pan – to swivel or move a motion picture camera horizontally in

order to keep a moving subject in view or record a panorama.

pause – to temporarily stop or rest and action. pc keyboard – a control panel connected to the local computer in

order to type or control actions on the computer monitor or

screen. readiness level – a level at which a workstation will be assigned to

monitor triggers, when detected will execute a macro. recorder – a device or apparatus that records images by optical

means; records the output of a video camera.

resume – to go on or continue after a pause or interruption. select – to make a choice; pick. server – a shared computer on the local area network that is used as a

repository and distributor of data. speech recognition – pre-determined list of spoken words that a

machine will recognize as commands and respond appropriately. stand-alone – a device that can perform independently of something

else, having a single user an no network server.

monitor surveillance area.

see

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Surveillance Control System (SCS) – Large scale matrix system

which performs functions such as camera control, switching,

automatic alarm processing, and provides on-screen display. system administrator – a person who manages a network system by:

configuring system hardware, programming system features,

monitoring system status, controlling overall system operation,

and reviewing system logs. system controller – (

or just

“controller”) a device that controls a WJSX850 system. Typically, a system controller is an input/output device operating by itself, or by a user. Any device that conforms to the System Controller I/F specifications can be a system controller.

system resources – are objects such as monitors, cameras, alarms,

digital outputs, control by a user.

. Most system resources are available for direct

etc

configured memory available for

Also:

performing various tasks within a PC operating system.

telephoto – used to produce relatively large images from small or

distant objects; to bring closer.

text-to-speech – technology for converting textual (ASCII)

information into synthetic speech output.

tilt – to assume a sloping position or direction; move a camera up or

down in the vertically.

tour sequence– an automated sequence of steps, whereby, in a single

shot, a single monitor displays video output from a series of cameras that have gone to specific preset positions.

trigger – an act or event that initiates a reaction or series of reactions. video – transmission and reception of an image in motion. virtual – simulated by computer software. wide angle – having a wide range of view, generally 45º or more;

move a camera view further away.

workstation – a computer which the PFW-850 system controller

software resides and is used by a surveillance operator to view video and control system components.

zoom – to bring a subject into close-up or cause it to recede without

loosing focus; combination of telephoto and wide angle.

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LOSSARY

About..........................................70

Active Alarms............................68

Alarm

introduction................................12

Alarm Actions

next ...........................................34

previous.....................................34

select an alarm..........................33

Alarm Control............................31

acknowledge.............................35

arm............................................35

control actions...........................35

deselect.....................................34

disarm.......................................35

reset..........................................35

Alarm Icons

color description........................33

Alarm Output.............................35

Alarm States..............................32

Area............................................36

Assist Mode...............................

C Camera

auto pan....................................40

aux 1.........................................40

aux 2.........................................41

control actions...........................38

defrost.......................................40

focus..........................................39

introduction................................12

iris..............................................41

menu options.............................41

pan............................................39

select actions............................37

select next.................................38

select previous..........................38

settings......................................40

tilt action....................................39

wiper..........................................40

zoom.........................................39

Camera Menu.............................41

Camera Preset...........................42

control actions...........................43

introduction................................13

select.........................................43

select actions............................43

set .............................................43

Current State .............................64

Database Retrieval ...................27

at startup...................................27

during operation........................27

Document Convention.............8

note...........................................9

tip notice...................................9

warning.....................................9

Glossary....................................84

acronyms..................................84

terms.........................................85

Group preset

select........................................44

select actions............................44

Group Preset.............................43

Group Sequence.......................45

cancel.......................................45

select........................................45

Installation.................................15

CD-ROM...................................16

completing setup......................25

database...................................15

diskettes ...................................26

introduction...............................14

network.....................................21

platform.....................................15

prerequisites.............................15

requirements.............................15

server........................................21

setup utility................................15

speech recognition engine........24

stand-alone...............................18

text-to-speech engine...............24

Introduction...............................7

alarm.........................................12

camera......................................12

executing macros.....................13

installation.................................14

interactive response.................12

sequences................................13

text-to-speech...........................13

voice commands.......................13

voice recognition.......................13

Joystick.....................................46, 72

button mapping.........................

camera control..........................

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component selection.................

external.....................................72

focus..........................................

pan/tilt........................................

virtual.........................................39

zoom.........................................

Joystick Settings

dead zone.................................46

reverse......................................46

standard....................................46

Keypad.......................................30

backspace.................................30

clear ..........................................30

enter..........................................30

number pad...............................30

Logout........................................48

Macro..........................................13

Macro Execution .......................71

Main menu .................................31

Map.............................................29

introduction................................12

Microphone

buying........................................55

calibrate.....................................57

types..........................................55

Monitor.......................................48

control actions...........................50

lock............................................50

lock actions...............................51

lock disable...............................50

lock enable................................50

next ...........................................49

OSD functions...........................50

previous.....................................49

select.........................................49

select actions............................48

Operation...................................29

alarm control.............................31

alarm output..............................35

alarm states...............................32

area select.................................36

camera......................................37

group preset..............................43

group sequence........................45

group sequence select..............45

joystick settings.........................46

main menu................................31

map...........................................29

monitor......................................48

recorder.....................................51

speech settings.........................54

status.........................................66

tour sequence...........................58

video capture.............................61

video settings............................63

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74 74

Operator Assist.........................

Operator Login..........................47

Operator Logout.......................48

OSD Functions

camera title...............................51

general status...........................51

global........................................50

monitor status...........................51

Readiness level.........................69

Recorder....................................51

control actions..........................52

fast forward...............................53

next...........................................52

pause........................................53

power off...................................52

power on...................................52

previous....................................52

record........................................53

rewind.......................................53

select........................................51

select actions............................51

step forward..............................53

stop...........................................52

Requirements

hardware...................................15

operating system......................16

optional hardware.....................16

settings.....................................16

S Sequence

group sequence........................45

introduction...............................13

tour............................................58

Speech Recognition.................55

enable/disable..........................55

Speech Response.....................54

commands................................57

microphone...............................55

speed........................................54

Speech Settings........................54

Startup.......................................27

database retrieval.....................27

State...........................................64

Status......................................... 66

about.........................................70

active alarms ............................68

readiness level..........................69

timed macros............................68

video loss..................................68

System Status...........................

Text-to-Speech..........................54

Timed macros...........................68

Tour Sequence..........................58

cancel.......................................59

control actions..........................59

decrement.................................61

forward......................................60

increment..................................60

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next ...........................................59

pause........................................60

previous.....................................59

resume......................................60

reverse......................................60

select actions............................58

Video Capture............................61

delete........................................62

end view....................................62

refresh.......................................62

view...........................................62

Video Loss.................................68

Video Settings

configure...................................63

image control............................

Vidoe settings...........................63

Virtual Joystick

control.......................................39

focus.........................................39

pan............................................39

telephoto...................................39

tilt action ...................................39

wide angle ................................39

zoom.........................................39

Voice Command

introduction...............................13

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INTRODUCTION 4 DOCUMENT CONVENTION 5

HAT AND HOW

WHAT THIS UTILITY DOES 7 HOW IT WORKS 8

The Map 8 Interactive Response 8

Individual Cameras 8 Alarms 8 Macros 8

INSTALLATION 9

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NSTALL

PLATFORM 10

FROM CD-ROM 10

FROM DISKETTES 19

IRST TIME OPERATION

TILITY SETUP

AP CREATION

FLOORPLANS 23 COLLECT INFORMATION 24

GET THE DATABASES 24 BUILD THE MAP 25

Hardware Requirements 10 Operating System 10 Recommended Display Settings 10

Stand-Alone Installation 12 Server Installation 15

Local 18 Remote 18

Requirements 23

Create a New Map 25 Modify an Existing Map 26

Cameras 28 Alarms 28 Map Links 29

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Macros 30

Delete a Map 31

ELATIONSHIPS

MACRO 33 TRIGGER 34 READINESS LEVEL 34 ASSIGNMENT 34

ACRO CREATION

COLLECT INFORMATION 35 BUILD THE MACRO 35

Create a Macro 36

Add objects 36 Edit Objects 39 Delete Objects 40

Modify an Existing Macro 40 Fix Up Macro 40 Delete a Macro 40

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RIGGER CREATION

CREATE A TRIGGER 41 MODIFY A TRIGGER 49 REMOVE A TRIGGER 49

EADINESS LEVEL

CREATE READINESS LEVEL 50 REMOVE A READINESS LEVEL 51

SSIGNMENT

PUTTING IT ALLTOGETHER 52

Assign a Trigger to a Macro 52 View Macro Assignments 55 Edit Macro Assignments 56 Remove Macro Assignments 58

LOSSARY

ACRONYMS 60 TERMS 61

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the PFW850 Setup Utility. This guide is organized with a focus on use. In other words, this document is created not in alphabetical order, but in a logical manner. First, an explanation of What, How, and Why you would use this utility. You will be required to Install the Software, get databases, and create maps. In addition, you may also create an automatic sequence of actions called macros with associated triggers.

This utility is broken into sections, map creation, macro creation, trigger creation, readiness level and macro assignments with an explanation of their relationships. You will understand how to use this setup utility in order to share the maps and macros among the PFW850 workstation users.

It will be important to keep the maps, macros and triggers up to date and syncronized with the system data as configurations change, such as moving, adding or deleting components.

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DOCUMENT CONVENTION

This guide uses the following conventions when describing the use and operation of this product.

♦ Menu options, field names and text that you must enter in a

dialog box or window appear in

♦ If a word stands for something else, it appears in italics, as in

the following example:

Drive:\directory\filename.ext

You would enter the actual drive, directory and file name rather than the words drive, directory and filename.ext.

♦ Keys with name consisting of more than one character

appear within brackets, as in the brackets; simply press the indicated key.

this type style

[Alt]

, or

[Enter].

Do not type

♦ When you see

guide, press and hold down the while you press the specified key. Then release both keys. For example, to enter enter the letter “A” key simultaneously.

♦ Some keyb oards have a [Return ] key rather than an

key. This guide users

♦ Function Keys are the “F” keys along the top of your

keyboard. This document refers to Function Keys by putting brackets around the key such as key.

♦ File name references appear in all capitals letters, as the

“The file name is is part of a procedure, it appears in all lower case letters as in “ At the Windows command line, type

[Enter].

press

♦ Within the windows environment, there are often several

ways to select an option. For example, to select OK, you can do any of the following:

[Alt]

key, or

SETUP.EXE

Click on OK with the mouse.

[Shift]

[Ctrl]

[Enter]

key or

[Alt], [Shift],

A, presss the

to indicate both.

.” However, if a file name

[Ctrl]

Key in this

[Ctrl]

[F1]

for the “F1”

Setup.exe

[Ctrl]

key and

[Enter]

key

and

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Press

This document uses the term select to indicate any of these actions, as in “Select the OK button”.

♦ The term “Drag” in this document refers to the process of

clicking and holding down the left mouse button while

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moving the mouse pointer on screen. The term “Drop” means to release the mouse button at the completion of this process.

This Document also uses unique text formatting to describe various features, capabilities, or problems, described below:

♦ Note: Text with this appearance is a special instruction, rule or side

comment related to the topic.

• Tip: Text with this appearance offers suggestions or hints to make

using this setup utility easier.

Warning: Text with this appearance suggests potential

problems or situations that you might encounter when attempting to do something in this setup utility.

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