CONTROLLERS - VLC485 RS485 Controller
DESCRIPTION
The compact, desktop VLC485 provides PTZ control, programming capabilities, camera callup, sequences and auto tours, and it will work as a stand-alone operation or a serial port for
connection to a PC can be used as an interface for user application software. The unit can
interact with a multiplexor to allow multiple camera monitoring with single button convenience.
It can be directly connected to another unit for single-user, multi-unit remote applications. A
menu driven confi guration and joystick control add to its ease of operation.
FEATURES
• LCD display
• Menu driven user confi guration, password protected
• Can be used as stand alone or in conjunction with a PC
• Joystick control
CERTIFICATIONS
ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS
The VLC485 housing shall be constructed of high-impact plastic, and shall be 2.3” H x 9.5” W x 7.2” D to allow desktop placement. A numeric keypad
and camera function keys shall be included, the keys shall be waterproof. Uncommitted keys shall be available for use with a PC port and user
application software. The VLC485 shall include a 2-axis, variable speed joystick for camera control. An LCD display with backlight shall feature 2line x 20 character alphanumeric readout. Input voltage for the unit shall be 5 VDC, with a 110 VAC wall transformer power supply provided. Power
consumption shall be 1 watt. One 4-pin RS485 screw down connector and two DB9 RS232 connectors shall be included. Pan/Tilt interface shall
be RS485, mux interface shall be RS232, and PC interface shall be RS232. The pan/tilt operating distance shall be 4000 ft. on 24 AWG wire. The
VLC485 shall be adaptable to Toshiba P, Videolarm VL422, Sensormatic 422, Pelco P, Pelco D, and Kalatel protocols.
• Control for up to 99 pan/tilts
• Supports up to 32 multiplexer channels
• 8 alarm inputs and 1 alarm output
• Supports Toshiba P, Videolarm VL422, Sensormatic 422, Pelco P, Pelco D, and Kalatel
9.32
6.46
3.31
2.16
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8˚
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Keyboard Keypad Multi-color keys.
Numeric keypad and camera function
keys.
Uncommitted keys for use with PC port
and user application software
Joystick 2-axis, variable-speed with zoom
Display 2-line x 20-character alphanumeric
LCD display with backlight
Ambient
Operating Temperature 20˚ to 120˚ F (-7˚ to 49˚ C)
Dimensions 2.25” H x 9.5” W x 7.125” D
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage 5 VDC, 110 VAC Wall transformer
power supply provided
Power Consumption 1 watt
Keyboard Connector
RS-485 (1) 4-pin, screw down connector
RS-232 (2) DB9 connectors
Keyboard Communication
Pan/Tilt Interface RS-485
Mux Interface RS-232
PC Interface RS-232
Pan/Tilt Operating Distance 4000 ft (1029 m) on 24 AWG wire
Protocols Toshiba P, Videolarm VL422,
Sensormatic 422, Pelco P, Pelco D, and Kalatel
CONTROLLER PORTS
Pan/Tilt 4-pin screw down connector
RS-485, up to 3000 ft. operation with 24 AWG,
twisted pair wire
PC Serial DB9 connector
RS-232, 9600 baud, 1-start, 1-stop 8-data bits,
100 ft. operation with 24 AWG wire
Mux DB9 connector
RS-232, 9600 baud, 1-start, 1-stop 8-data bits
100 ft. operation with 24 AWG wire
Alarm Inputs 9-pin screw down connections
Normally open inputs, 10K-ohm impedance
Alarm Outputs 3-pin screw down connections
1 form C relay contacts, 1 amp. max. current
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
Imaging Systems Division, Security Products Group
9740 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine, California 92618
1-800-550-8674 • www.cctv.toshiba.com
SHIPPING SPECIFICATIONS
Model Unit Weight Shipping Weight Shipping Box Dim.
VLC485 2.5 lbs 5 lbs
* Shipping weights depend on box dimensions.
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