Vicon V1599 Installation & Operation Manual

XX189-00-00

V1599 NETWORK VIDEO

SWITCHING CONTROL SYSTEM

Vicon Industries Inc. does not warrant that the functions contained in this equipment will meet your
requirements or that the operation will be entirely error free or perform precisely as described in the
documentation. This system has not been designed to be used in life-critical situations and must not
be used for this purpose.

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Important Safeguards – Indoor Use

GRAPHIC SYMBOL EXPLANATION

The lightening bolt symbol alerts the user to the presence of
dangerous voltage that may present the risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point symbol alerts the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance instructions.

WARNING

To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.

1. Read Instructions - Read all safety and operating instructions

before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - Retain all safety and operating
instructions for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - Pay attention to all product warnings.

4. Follow Instructions - Follow all operating instructions.

5. Cleaning -(Do not use caustic, abrasive or aerosol
cleaners)

a) For units that CAN BE DISCONNECTED from the power

source, use a damp cloth for cleaning.

units that CANNOT BE DISCONNECTED from the

b) For

power source, use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not
allow moisture or liquids to enter vents.

6. Attachments - Use only UL Listed Vicon recommended
attachments to prevent unit damage and personal injury.

7. Water and Moisture - Use only products designed for outdoor
environments where they will be exposed to water or moisture.

8. Accessories - Do not place the unit on an unstable surface to
avoid falling. Use only UL Listed Vicon recommended mounting
accessories.

9. Ventilation - Do not block ventilating slots and openings as
they ensure reliable operation. Do not place the unit near a heat
source or into an enclosure unless recommended by Vicon.

10. Grounding - Only products equipped with a 3-prong
grounded plug should be inserted into a grounded power outlet.
Contact an electrician to replace an obsolete outlet. Do not force
a plug into a non-grounded outlet.

11. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should not be
routed in trafficked areas or in tight spaces where they will be
pinched or used to bear weight. Allow some slack in the cord
where it enters the unit.

12. Lightning - Disconnect the product from its power source and
cable system when possible to prevent damage due to lightning
and power-line surges.

13. Power Lines - Do not locate outside cables over power or
utility lines where they can fall and make direct contact. Contact
with power lines can be fatal.

14. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords to prevent risk of fire and electric shock.

15. Object and Liquid Entry - Never probe through, or spill liquid
into, enclosure openings to prevent risk of fire or electric shock.

16. Servicing - Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17. Damage Requiring Service - Obtain service when:

a) The power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the

product.

c) The product is not designed for outdoor use and has been

exposed to water or moisture.

d) The product does not operate per the operating instructions.

Perform Vicon recommended adjustments, modifications and
troubleshooting only to avoid unit damage and personal

injury.
e) The product has been dropped.
f) The product shows a significant change in performance.

18. Replacement Parts - Use only Vicon specified replacement
parts or an approved equivalent to prevent unit damage and
injury.

19. Safety Check - Request safety checks to be performed
following repair or maintenance to verify proper operation.

20. ESD Precaution - Take all normal electrostatic discharge
precautions to avoid component damage during installation and
operation.

21. For 230 VAC Devices Only - When the disconnect device is
not incorporated in the equipment or when the plug on the power
supply is intended to serve as the disconnect device, follow the
guidelines below:
a) For permanently connected 230 VAC units, a readily

accessible disconnect device must be incorporated into the

site wiring.
b) For 230 VAC units with a plug, the outlet must be installed

near the unit and be easily accessible.

FCC Notice

Note: Complies with Federal Communications Commission Rules & Regulations Part 15, Subpart B for a

Class A digital device.

WARNING

This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction, may cause interference to radio and television
reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in
accordance with the specification in subpart B of part 15 of the FCC rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference in a commercial installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio
and television reception, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient the receiving antenna.

• Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver.

• Relocate the equipment away from the receiver.

• Plug the equipment into a different electrical outlet so that the equipment and receiver

are on different branch circuits.

If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions.

The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:

“Interference Handbook, Bulletin CIB-2”

This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mailstop
SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328, ISBN 0-16-045542-1.

Warning: Power must be removed from this unit before removing circuit modules or cables.

Caution: This unit contains circuit cards with integrated circuit devices that can be damaged by static

discharge. Take all necessary precautions to prevent static discharge

Contents

Contents.................................................................................................................................i

List of Figures....................................................................................................................... iii

List of Tables........................................................................................................................iv

Quick Start: V1599CDU-1 Typical Configuration Example....................................................v

Quick Start: V1599CDU-H-1 Hot Standby Example.............................................................vi

Quick Setup: Customized Configurations............................................................................vii

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................1

System Overview..............................................................................................................................................4

Networking Overview .......................................................................................................................................6

Hot Standby Overview......................................................................................................................................7

V1599CPU............................................................................................................................8

Applying Power.................................................................................................................................................9

V1599CDU Communication Distribution Unit......................................................................10

Typical Configurations....................................................................................................................................10

Hot Standby Configuration.............................................................................................................................13

Customized Configurations............................................................................................................................15

Identifying Cards in the V1599CDU-CC.........................................................................................................16

V1599CDU Front Panel LEDs........................................................................................................................17

Power Module.................................................................................................................................................18

Serial Module..................................................................................................................................................20

Alarm Module .................................................................................................................................................22

Video Module..................................................................................................................................................23

Titler Module...................................................................................................................................................24

Network Module..............................................................................................................................................25

Defining the IP address and default gateway for a V1599CDU.................................................................26

Changing the Vicon default IP address prefixes of 192.168. .....................................................................27

Camera and Monitor Connection ........................................................................................29

CDU to 1580SCC Card Cage Connection.....................................................................................................31

Camera Connection .......................................................................................................................................31

Looping Camera Inputs ..............................................................................................................................33

Monitor Connection ........................................................................................................................................35

Looping Monitor Outputs ............................................................................................................................36

V1599 System Expansion...................................................................................................37

Cage Addressing............................................................................................................................................39

Expander Cage...............................................................................................................................................42

Monitor Expansion..........................................................................................................................................44

Remote Video Switching Examples.....................................................................................46

Partially Distributed Systems..........................................................................................................................46

Fully Distributed Systems...............................................................................................................................49

Optional Equipment.............................................................................................................51

Netswitch........................................................................................................................................................51

KVM Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse ..............................................................................................................52

Maintenance........................................................................................................................53

Fuse Replacement .........................................................................................................................................53

Pilot 66/99 Card Cage Fuse Replacement.................................................................................................53

Circuit Card Replacement..............................................................................................................................53

Interface Board V1566DB...........................................................................................................................54

Video Amplifier Board V1516-AMP and V1532-AMP.................................................................................56

Video Switcher Board V1510S-16 and V1510S-32....................................................................................58

Storage...........................................................................................................................................................59

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Video Amplifier Board V1516-AMP and V1532-AMP ................................................................................56

Video Switcher Board V1510S-16 and V1510S-32 ...................................................................................58

Storage..........................................................................................................................................................59

Reference.......................................................................................................................... 60

Cable Recommendations............................................................................................................................60

Video Cabling.............................................................................................................................................60

Twisted-Pair Cable.....................................................................................................................................60

Changing Vicon Network Defaults.............................................................................................................61

Technical Information ...................................................................................................... 64

V1599 CPU....................................................................................................................................................64

V1599 CDU....................................................................................................................................................64

Pilot 66/99 Card Cage..................................................................................................................................65

OPERATIONAL.............................................................................................................................................66

ADDITIONAL COMPLIANCE (CPU and CDU)............................................................................................66

Shipping Instructions.......................................................................................................67

Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty ............................................................................. 69

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List of Figures

Figure 1: Typical Pilot Ultra System.................................................................................................................... 5

Figure 2: Example of V1599 System on a Wide Area Network.......................................................................... 6

Figure 3: V1599CPU Front and Rear Panels ..................................................................................................... 8

Figure 4: Location of Front and Rear Panel Switches, LEDs and Ports.............................................................9

Figure 5: Front and Rear Panels for Typical Configurations ............................................................................ 10

Figure 6: Example of a Typical Configuration................................................................................................... 12

Figure 7: Front and Rear Panels for V1599CDU-HSB-TYP............................................................................. 13

Figure 8: Example of a Hot Standby Configuration .......................................................................................... 14

Figure 9: Example of a Customized V1599CDU-CC........................................................................................ 15

Figure 10 - Location of Card Label in the V1599CDU-CC Card Cage............................................................. 16

Figure 112: LED Indicators for Typical Configurations..................................................................................... 17

Figure 12: LED Indicators for Hot Standby Configurations............................................................................... 18

Figure 13: Inserting the Hot Standby Power Module........................................................................................ 19

Figure 14: Location of Hot Standby Power Module LED.................................................................................. 19

Figure 15: Location and Settings for Serial Port Protocols............................................................................... 21

Figure 16: Connections to the Serial Module.................................................................................................... 21

Figure 17: Connections to the Alarm Module ................................................................................................... 22

Figure 18: Connections to the Video Control Module....................................................................................... 23

Figure 19: Connections to the Titler Module..................................................................................................... 24

Figure 20: Connections to the Network Module................................................................................................ 25

Figure 21: Location of Network Cards in V1599CDU-CC................................................................................. 26

Figure 22: Switches S1 and S2......................................................................................................................... 26

Figure 25: Pilot 66/99 Card Cage Part Number 1580SCC Rear View ............................................................. 29

Figure 26: Typical Two-Cage System with 512 Cameras and 32 Monitors ..................................................... 30

Figure 27: Primary and Secondary Cages Circuit Cards.................................................................................. 30

Figure 28: CDU Connection to Pilot 66/99 Card Cage..................................................................................... 31

Figure 29: Camera Connection to 1580SCC Card Cage ................................................................................. 32

Figure 30: Looping Camera Inputs to Multiple Cages ...................................................................................... 33

Figure 31: Monitor Connection to the 1580SCC Card Cage............................................................................ 35

Figure 32: Looping Primary and Secondary Cage Monitor BNC Panels.......................................................... 36

Figure 33: 1580SCC Cage Configuration for a 2048 Camera by 32 Monitor System...................................... 37

Figure 34: Connecting Expansion Set Cages................................................................................................... 38

Figure 35: Interface Board Switch and Camera Group Pins ............................................................................ 39

Figure 36: Expander Cage Rear Panel............................................................................................................. 42

Figure 37: Additional Expansion Cages for 2048 Camera by 64 Monitor System ........................................... 45

Figure 38: Partially Distributed System “A”....................................................................................................... 47

Figure 39: Partially Distributed System “B”....................................................................................................... 48

Figure 40: Fully Distributed System “A”............................................................................................................ 49

Figure 41: Fully Distributed System “B”............................................................................................................ 50

Figure 42: Example of the Netswitch in a V1599 Networked System .............................................................. 51

Figure 43: Basic Diagram of the V1599-KVM-R in a V1599 System................................................................ 52

Figure 44: Right Side of V1599CDU-CC Card Cage Rear Panel..................................................................... 53

Figure 45: Interface Board Component Locations............................................................................................ 55

Figure 46: Video Amplifier Board...................................................................................................................... 57

Figure 47: Video Switcher Board V1510S-16 and V1510S-32.........................................................................58

Figure 48: Location of 9-Pin D-Shell Connector on Network Card................................................................... 62

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List of Tables

Table 1: Models, Product Codes and Descriptions.............................................................................................2

Table 2: System Maximums for Typical and Hot Standby Configurations (pre-configured)...............................4

Table 3: Maximum Number of Devices in One V1599 System...........................................................................4

Table 4: Maximum Number of Devices per Application Module .........................................................................4

Table 5: Card Slot Order in Typical Configurations...........................................................................................11

Table 6: V1599CDU-TYP-HSB Configuration...................................................................................................13

Table 7: Color Codes for Extractor Tabs...........................................................................................................16

Table 8: V1599CDU LED Indications for Card Cage (Power Applied) .............................................................17

Table 9: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3045-00............................................................................................19

Table 10: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3079-02-00 ....................................................................................20

Table 11: Serial Port Factory Defaults ..............................................................................................................20

Table 12: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3081-02..........................................................................................22

Table 13: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3084-02..........................................................................................23

Table 14: DIP Switch Settings...........................................................................................................................28

Table 15: V1599 Cage Addressing – 512 Camera by 16 Monitor Groups .......................................................40

Table 16: V1599 Cage Addressing – 512 Cameras by 32 Monitor Groups......................................................41

Table 17: Expander Cage Addressing (512 Camera Groups)..........................................................................43

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Quick Start: V1599CDU-1 Typical Configuration Example

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Quick Start: V1599CDU-H-1 Hot Standby Example

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Quick Setup: Customized Configurations

The order and type of cards in a customized configuration will vary in order to meet the needs of a particular
CCTV site. One example would be to have a card cage devoted to serial cards, as shown below.

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Introduction

Caution: This system should only be installed by a qualified technician using common hand tools and
approved materials and wiring methods in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, state
and local wiring codes. All interconnecting equipment or accessories must be UL Listed. Any mention in this
manual of alarm inputs/outputs have not been evaluated by UL to be used for burglar alarm functionality.

Vicon’s Pilot Ultra™ V1599 Control System incorporates LAN communication in a standard, open­architecture design that lends itself to simple expansion. This permits the easy addition of keypads, receivers,
alarm devices, video switching units and host RS-232 controllers. Refer to Table 1 for model numbers and
descriptions of all components in the V1599 system.

The V1599 incorporates network communication using Ethernet. Using the network, you can connect multiple
V1599CPUs so that CCTV equipment connected to one V1599CPU may be controlled by other V1599CPUs
in a hot standby configuration. Wide area network (WAN) support is also provided by the V1599. allowing you
to connect multiple sites to the V1599 system.

There are two basic components in the V1599 system:

• V1599CPU, which is the main central processor unit for the system,

• V1599CDU, the interface between the V1599CPU and the CCTV equipment.

The V1599CPU is loaded at the factory with the V1599 Configurator, a software package used to define the
operating parameters of the CCTV equipment and environment. A monitor, keyboard and mouse are required
to be connected to the V1599 CPU to access and program the V1599 Configurator.

Application modules that provide different functionality are installed into the V1599CDU module bays allow
easy customization for a particular installation. The following variations of the V1599CDU are available:

• Five “typical” configurations (V1599CDU-1, V1599CDU-2, V1599CDU-3, V1599CDU-4,
V1599CDU-5),

• Five “hot standby” configurations (V1599CDU-H-1, V1599CDU-H-2, V1599CDU-H-3,
V1599CDU-H-4, V1599CDU-H-5),

• Customized configurations designed with a Vicon representative.

A typical CDU configuration contains the following application modules:

• Video module

• Two Serial modules

• Alarm module

• Power module

• Network module

• Time/date/titler module

The number of receivers, keypads and host PCs that may be connected to the various CDUs is the only
difference in the typical configuration family.

The hot standby configuration contains the same type of modules found in the typical configuration, but also
provides hot standby support with the addition of a second module of each type. Like the typical

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configurations, the various models of the hot standby CDU vary in the number of receivers, keypads and host
PCs that may be connected. This information is listed in Table 1 and 2.

Table 1: Models, Product Codes and Descriptions

Model Number Product

Code

V1599CPU 9318-00 Pilot V1599 Central Processing Unit. Includes internal graphic

Description

Configurator. Capable of addressing over 8000 cameras and 500 monitor
and keypad stations. Use with companion Pilot-CDU Communication
Distribution Unit and Matrix Switching System

V1599CDU-1

V1599CDU-H-1 9320-00 Pilot V1599 Communication Distribution Unit, internal redundant

V1599CDU-CC 9321-00

V1599CDU-ALRM 9322-00

V1599CDU-TDT 9323-00

V1599CDU-VID 9324-00

V1599CDU-SER 9325-00 Pilot V1599CDU Serial Module. Provides control communication between

V1599CDU-RCP 9326-00

9319-00 Pilot V1599 Communication Distribution Unit. Configured to address 8192

cameras, 128 monitors, 512 receivers, 16 keypads, one RS-232 port and
monitor titling. Includes one network interface card and one power supply
module.

configuration for automatic switchover. Configured to address 8192
cameras, 128 monitors, 512 receivers, 16 keypads, one RS-232 port and
monitor titling. Includes redundant personality modules, power supplies
and network cards.

Pilot V1599 CDU Chassis. Includes one network interface card and power
supply module. Must be populated with CDU personality modules.

Pilot V1599 CDU Alarm Module. Provides communication from Pilot
V1599CDU to Vicon alarm devices.

Pilot V1599 CDU Time/date/titler Module. Provides control communication
between V1599CDU and matrix time/date/ titling devices.

Pilot V1599 Video Module. Provides control communication between
V1599CDU and matrix video switcher.

V1599CDU and Vicon system keypads/PTZ receivers or host RS-232
devices.

Pilot V1599CDU Rear Closure Panel. Blank rear closure panel for unused
card slots in V1599 chassis.

V1599CDU-HSB-POW 9327-00

V1599CDU-HSB-NET 9328-00
V1599CDU-HSB-ALRM 9329-00

V1599CDU-HSB-TDT 9330-00

V1599CDU-HSB-VID 9331-00

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Pilot V1599CDU Redundant Power Supply Module. Provides internal
power redundancy for the V1599CDU.

Pilot V1599CDU Redundant Network Interface Module. Provides internal
network communication redundancy for the V1599CDU

Pilot V1599CDU Redundant Alarm Module. Provides internal redundant
communication from V1599 CDU to alarm devices.

Pilot V1599CDU Redundant Time/Date/Titler Module. Provides internal
redundant communication from V1599CDU to time/date/titler device.

Pilot V1599CDU Redundant Video Module. Provides internal redundant
communication from V1599CDU to video matrix switcher.

Model Number Product

Description

Code

V1599CDU-HSB-SER 9332-00 Pilot V1599CDU Redundant Serial Module. Provides internal redundant

communication from V1599CDU to system keypads, receivers and host
RS-232 devices.

V1599-KVM-R 9333-00

Multi-input VGA Monitor/Keyboard. Used with V1599CPU, accepts 8 VGA
inputs from multiple PC’s, includes 2 PC cables. Rack-mount only.

V1599-KVM-CAB3 9334-00

Cable. For use with V1599-KVM-R. Connects additional PC’s to V1599­KVM-Rs.

V1580SCC

6020-80 Pilot66/99 card cage (256x16 or 256x32). Accepts up to 8 switcher boards.

Includes motherboard, line sync board and universal power supply.

V1516-AMP 6024-20 Video amplifier board with outputs for monitors 1-16.

V1532-AMP 6024-30 Video output amplifier board with outputs for monitors 1-32.
V1510S-16 6023-20 Video Switcher Board. Provides video switching for up to 32 cameras and

16 monitors.

V1510S-32 6023-30 Video Switcher Board. Provides video switching for up to 32 cameras and

32 monitors.

V1599-PKA 8234-10 Programming Keyboard for V1522CPU, V1544SCPU, V1566BSCPU, and

V1599CPU.

V1566DB 4807-90 V1599 Interface Board. Required in Primary cages for use with an external

CPU controller configuration (V1599 systems). Required in Secondary
cages for V1566 systems.

V1510RP32-I 4628-25 32-Channel Camera Input Panel. Contains 32 BNC connectors.
V1510RP32-O 4628-45 32-Channel Camera Output Panel. Contains 32 BNC connectors.
V1510RP32-L 4629-20 32-Channel Camera Looping Panel. Contains 8 D-shell cable connectors.
V1550RCP 4471-20 Blank rear closure panel for unused card positions.
V15RCB-24 7867-05 24-inch coaxial cable for looping video inputs from a switcher card to

external devices. D-shell connector on one end, 8 BNC connectors on the
other end.

V1566RC-36 4472-25 36-inch coaxial cable for looping video inputs from a switcher card to

external devices. D-shell on each end.
V75TR-SHD 4479-00 75-ohm terminator for D-shell outputs.
V75T 3260-00 75-ohm terminator for BNC outputs.

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System Overview

Figure 1 shows a typical system configuration with multiple V1599CPUs and CDUs. The CPUs and CDUs are
connected to each other via a LAN enabling system control from any one of them. A PC running the V1599
API may be connected to the LAN to interface equipment from other vendors to the V1599 system. Pre­configured typical and hot standby configurations are designed for the system maximums listed in Table 2.

Note: All 10 models of the hot standby and typical configurations have system maximums of 512 alarms, 128

monitors, 128 time/date/titlers and 2048 cameras.

Table 2: System Maximums for Typical and Hot Standby Configurations (pre-configured)

Model Number Receivers Keypads Host PCs

V1599CDU-1 and V1599CDU-H-1 512 16 1
V1599CDU-2 and V1599CDU-H-2 256 32 1
V1599CDU-3 and V1599CDU-H-3 256 16 2
V1599CDU-4 and V1599CDU-H-4 512 32 0
V1599CDU-5 and V1599CDU-H-5 768 16 0

The maximum number of CCTV equipment that may be connected in one V1599 system is listed in Table 3.

Note: This table lists the maximum number of devices that may be connected per V1599 system. This table

does not list the maximums for one application module.

Table 3: Maximum Number of Devices in One V1599 System

Devices Maximum

Cameras 8192
Monitors 512
Receivers 8192
Alarms 8192
Keypads 512
Time/Date Titler 512

The maximum number of devices that can be connected to one application module is listed in Table 4.

Note: Table 4 lists maximums per application module, not per port on the application module.

Table 4: Maximum Number of Devices per Application Module

Cameras 4096
Monitors 128
Receivers 512
Alarms 512
Keypads 32
Time/Date/Titler 128
Host Computer 2

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Devices Maximum

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Figure 1: Typical Pilot Ultra System

Networking Overview

Note: This section is an overview of networking parameters as they relate to the Pilot Ultra. You will find

detailed information in the Network Module section of this manual.

Video is not transmitted on the Ethernet cable. Standard video transmission media is required.

The Pilot Ultra incorporates network communication using a local area network (LAN). Using the network, you
can connect multiple V1599CPUs so that CCTV equipment connected to one V1599CDU may be controlled
by other V1599CPUs. You man also connect the CPUs to a wide area network (WAN). See Figure 2.

The V1599 system uses standard Internet Protocol (IP) addressing for network communication. Each device
(V1599CPU,
system are identified by this IP address. The IP address is defined using the V1599 Configurator for
V1599CPUs and by setting DIP switches on the network card of the
four numbers separated by periods, and each set of numbers must be in the range of 0 to 255. For

V1599CDUs, the IP address is

where xxx and yyy are set using the two banks of DIP switches on the network card. Setting these DIP
switches is discussed in the Network Module section of this manual. The IP address of each network device
must be unique. If the
then you must perform a procedure discussed in the Reference chapter to override the V1599 IP address
prefixes of 192.168 or change the IP addresses of the other devices and use the Vicon default scheme.

A second, common identifier is needed for all devices on the network. This identifier is known as a subnet
mask, and is the same for all devices on the network. The default

If the V1599 system is expanded across a WAN, which will require the V1599 system to communicate across
networks, gateway addresses need to be defined. This gateway address provides entrance to another
network. Routers provide the gateway to other networks.

where the xxx portion of the address is defined using a DIP switch on the network card, discussed in the
Network Module section of this manual. If the
is not compatible with your network design, then you must perform a procedure discussed in the Network
Module section of this manual to override the
addresses of the network routes and retain the Vicon default scheme.

V1599CDU, PC, printer, etc.) on a network must have a unique IP address. Devices in the V1599

V1599CDUs. The 32-bit address format is

192.168.xxx.yyy

V1599CDU IP address scheme of 192.168.xxx.yyy is not compatible with other devices,

V1599CDU subnet mask is:

255.255.255.0

V1599CDUs use a default gateway address of:

192.168.xxx.001

V1599CDU default gateway address scheme of 192.168.xxx.001

V1599CDU default gateway of 192.168.xxx.001 or change the

Figure 2: Example of V1599 System on a Wide Area Network

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Hot Standby Overview

“Standby” capability in a system refers to spare equipment that is placed in operation only when other, in-use
equipment becomes inoperative. If the spare equipment is powered, ready for use, and can be switched into
service automatically upon detection of a failure in the primary equipment, then it is referred to as “hot”
standby. Hot standby capability can be implemented for any or all of the modules in the V1599 card cage. Hot
standby cards are easily added to a system, and no external cabling is required between primary and hot
standby modules. Illumination of the LEDs on the front panel of the card cage gives a visual indication of
which module is in control (primary or hot standby), as discussed in V1599CDU Front Panel LEDs.

Vicon offers five pre-configured hot standby configurations (V1599CDU-H-1, V1599CDU-H-2, V1599CDU-H­3, V1599CDU-H-4, V1599CDU-H-5). The hot standby card cage contains a backup, or hot standby, card for
each network, parallel and serial card in the card cage. This configuration is discussed in depth in the Hot
Standby Configuration section of this manual.

If the number and type (primary or hot standby) of serial and parallel cards in the hot standby configuration
does not suit your needs, you may design your own system with customized backup protection. For example,
you might require a card cage fully populated with parallel cards or serial cards or you might want to forego
hot standby protection on some of your cards (the
cards). You can provide hot standby protection on any or all of the cards in a customized configuration
including network and power modules. Should one of the power modules fail, the other module will continue
to provide power to the rest of the card cage. The failed power module may be replaced without cutting power
to the unit, as discussed in the Power Module section of this manual. Hot standby protection of the network
connection is provided by a second network module in each card cage.

pre-configured hot standby cages provide hot standby of all

Note: All hot standby cards may be replaced without powering down the card cage.

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V1599CPU

The V1599CPU is a 19-inch, rack-mount industrial personal computer with a Windows® operating system
serving as a matrix controller that provides all switching, alarm processing, keypad/receiver communications
and titling. The control of these functions is performed using preloaded V1599 Configurator software. The
V1599CPU may be accessed using a standard VGA monitor, keyboard and mouse. You may also used the
Vicon V1599-KVM-R Keyboard, Video and Mouse combination.

Caution: Installation of additional software on the V1599CPU is not supported by Vicon and may cause

problems and/or void the warranty.

V1599CPU Front Panel

V1599CPU Rear Panel

Figure 3: V1599CPU Front and Rear Panels

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Applying Power

Warning: Do not connect any unit to a power source until installation is complete.

After all connections are properly made, apply power by pressing the main power switch is located on the
rear of the unit to the On position and pressing the Momentary Power On/Off switch on the front panel.

To shut down the unit:

1. Select the Shutdown option from the Windows Start Menu.

2. The system will shut down normally.
To reset the unit (toggle power) at any time, press the Reset switch on the front panel.

Note: This is not recommended may result in a data loss.

Figure 4: Location of Front and Rear Panel Switches, LEDs and Ports

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V1599CDU Communication Distribution Unit

The V1599CDU Communication Distribution Unit is the network interface between the V1599CPU and the
CCTV system. The V1599CDU houses the modules that communicate with receivers, keypads, printers,
alarm devices and other CCTV components. The number and type of other modules (serial, video, alarm,
titler modules) depends upon your system needs. The various modules and accessories are listed in the
Introduction section.

The most common configurations of the V1599CDU are the pre-configured typical and hot standby
configurations. The typical configurations contain a power module, a network module and slots for up to 11
modules. The hot standby configurations provide immediate switchover support in the event of failure of
application card(s).

Typical Configurations

The card cages for all five pre-configured typical configurations are shown in the front and rear panel figures.
The number of devices that may be connected to each serial module are the varying factor in the five
configurations, as shown in Table 2.

Front Panel for Typical Configurations

VIDEO-IN

SERIAL

SERIAL

PORT 1

PORT 1

SERIAL

SERIAL

PORT 2

PORT 2

ALARM CONTROL PORT 2

ALARM CONTROL PORT 1

TDT CONTROL PORT 1TDT CONTROL PORT 2

VIDEO CONTROL 2

Rear Panel for Typical Configurations

Figure 5: Front and Rear Panels for Typical Configurations

ETHERNET 1

ETHERNET 2

VIDEO CONTROL 1

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From right to left, the cards in the typical configuration card cages are as listed in the following table.

Table 5:

Card Slot Order in Typical Configurations

Slot Card

1 Network Card
2 Vacant
3 Parallel Card (Video Switcher Card, dual port with video switch sync source BNC)
4 Vacant
5 Parallel Card (Time/Date/Titler, dual port)
6 Serial Card
7 Serial Card
8 Parallel Card (Alarm Interface Card)

9-13 Vacant

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Figure 6: Example of a Typical Configuration

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Hot Standby Configuration

Warning: All hot standby cards may be replaced without powering down the card cage. However, dangerous voltages

present inside the card cage may cause injury, death or component damage. Proper care must be taken
when replacing the hot standby cards.

Hot standby modules (serial, alarm, video or titler) require two slots (the only exception is the alarm module,
which requires three card slots) and therefore have a different rear panel than typical configurations, as
shown in the figures below. From right to left, the application cards in the hot standby configurations are as
listed in Table 8. Front and rear panels are shown in Figure 8.

Front Panel for Hot Standby Configuration

Rear Panel for Hot Standby Configuration

Figure 7: Front and Rear Panels for V1599CDU-HSB-TYP

Table 6: V1599CDU-TYP-HSB Configuration

Slot Card

1 Network Card
2 Network Card (backup)
3 Parallel Card (Video Switcher Card, dual port with video switch sync source BNC)
4 Parallel Card (Video Switcher Card, dual port with video switch sync BNC, backup)
5 Parallel Card (Time/Date/Titler, dual port)
6 Parallel Card (Time/Date/Titler, dual port, backup)
7 Serial Card
8 Serial Card (Backup)

9 Serial Card
10 Serial Card (Backup)
11 Parallel Card (Alarm Interface Card)
12 Parallel Card (Alarm Interface Card, backup)
13 Vacant

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Figure 8: Example of a Hot Standby Configuration

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Customized Configurations

Instead of, or in addition to, using the pre-configured typical and hot standby configurations discussed in the
preceding sections, you may design a customized V1599CDU-CC with the number and type of application
modules that fit your system needs. Figure 10 illustrates one of the many configurations that could be used.

Figure 9: Example of a Customized V1599CDU-CC

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Identifying Cards in the V1599CDU-CC

Whether you have a typical configuration, hot standby configuration or a customized configuration, you can
use the extractor tabs on the application cards and the card label for easy identification of the various cards in
your V1599CDU-CC. As shown in the following figure, a card label is located behind the card cage front
panel. If you have a customized configuration, use the following table and the rear panel connectors as a
guide (a figure of each type of connector panel is provided in the following sections). If you have purchased
the hot standby or typical configurations, use the tables in the preceding sections to document the card types
on the card label. As shown in Table 9, card extractor tabs are color coded for easy reference. You may use
the following section of this manual to further annotate your card label to include the specific connection type
for each port (Serial Backup – Keypads, for example).

Table 7: Color Codes for Extractor Tabs

Extractor Tab Color Type of Card

Red Network Card
Green Parallel Card (Video, TDT or Alarm)
Blue Serial Card

Figure 10 - Location of Card Label in the V1599CDU-CC Card Cage

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V1599CDU Front Panel LEDs

The front panel of the V1599CDU card cage contains thirteen columns of three LEDs. These LEDs are meant
to provide a quick visual indication of the operational status of the V1599CDU cards. The physical card layout
of your particular installation determines which set of three LEDs corresponds to which card. If you have
typical and hot standby configurations, which contain modules in fixed card slots, you can refer to the figures
below to map LEDs to cards. If you customized your V1599CDU card cage, you can refer to the rear panel
modules to determine which LEDs provide indication to which card slot.

Table 8: V1599CDU LED Indications for Card Cage (Power Applied)

LED Illuminates steadily Flashes Does not illuminate

Red Card is powered. Continuous flashing – card failed.

Intermittent flashing – resetting hardware.

Green Card successfully detects the

appropriate interface and
receives appropriate information
from the V1599CPU.

Amber Not applicable. Card fully operational. Card in control is in

Card does not detect adapter interface. Card does not receive

hot standby configuration.

Note: For hot standby configurations, which have two of each type of card, the flashing amber LED indicates

which hot standby card is in control. The standby card will not have an illuminated amber LED.

By default, port 1 of this serial card will be set for:
Receivers for all models.
Port 2 will be set for:

V1599CDU-1, -4: Receivers.
V1599CDU-2, -5: Host PC.
V1599CDU-3: Keypads.

No power or card failed.

appropriate information
from V1599CPU.

Backup card in hot
standby configuration.

Figure 11: LED Indicators for Typical Configurations

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By default, port 1 of this serial card will be set for:
V1599CDU-1, -2, -4: Keypads.
V1599CDU-3: Host PC.
V1599CDU-5: Receivers.

Port 2 will be set for:
V1599CDU-1, -3: Host PC.
V1599CDU-2, -4, -5: Keypads.

Figure 12: LED Indicators for Hot Standby Configurations

By default, port 1 of this serial card
and its backup card will be set for:

Receivers for all models.
Port 2 will be set for:

V1599CDU-1, -4: Receivers.
V1599CDU-2, -5: Host PC.
V1599CDU-3: Keypads.

By default, port 1 of this serial
card and its backup will be set for:

V1599CDU-1, -2, -3: Keypads.
V1599CDU-3: Host PC.
V1599CDU-5: Receivers.

Port 2 will be set for:
V1599CDU-1, -3: Host PC.
V1599CDU-2, -4, -5: Keypads.

Power Module

The V1599HSB-POW is a second power supply for the hot standby versions of the V1599 system. If a
second power supply is being added, perform the procedure below.

Warning: It is not necessary to remove power from the card cage before installing a second power

module. However, dangerous voltages are present in the card cage and care should be taken to
prevent injury and equipment damage. Also take proper precautions to prevent static discharge.

1. Open the front panel of the hot standby card cage and locate the empty slot at the extreme right hand
side of the card cage.

2. Carefully insert the V1599HSB-POW power module into the last slot on the right hand side of the hot
standby card cage, as shown in the figure below.

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Figure 13: Inserting the Hot Standby Power Module

3. Locate the accessory kit (part number 1306-3045-00). The contents of the kit are listed below.

Table 9: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3045-00

Item Qty Vicon Part Number
Screws, 6-32 x 3/8 2 8003-8161-00
Lock washers 2 8005-6110-00
Flat washers 2 8005-6143-00

4. Remove the lock washer and thread it onto the screw.

5. Place the flat washer behind the lock washer and use a Phillips head screwdriver to attach the power
module to one of the threaded PEM stops.

6. Repeat the previous two steps for the second screw and washers.

7. Close and secure the front panel of the card cage. The light shown in Figure 15 for the second power
supply will illuminate upon insertion to indicate proper operation.

Hot Standby Power
Module LED

Figure 14: Location of Hot Standby Power Module LED

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12

POWER

Serial Module

Note: You may exchange a defective serial card at any time without removing power to the card cage (“hot

swap”).

V1599CDU-SER (typical configuration) and V1599CDU-HSB-SER (hot standby configuration) Serial

The
Modules provide two ports to allow serial communication for keypads, receivers, host CPUs and other
devices. The ports can be configured for RS-232 or RS-422 protocols. Contents of the accessory kit are listed
below (part number 1306-3079-02-00) for the typical and hot standby serial modules.

Table 10: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3079-02-00

Item Purpose Qty Vicon Part Number

RJ-45 Termination Box Junction box for wiring convenience. 2 1306-3078-01
Cable, RJ-45-to-RJ-45 Connects ports to equipment. 2 1806-5381-02

The following defaults will be in effect from the factory for typical and hot standby configurations. Card slots
are identified as shown below.

Note: The V1599 Configurator is used to define the serial port operation for host, keypads or receivers. If you

retained the Configurator default configuration database, then the following defaults (port 1 – host, etc)
are correct. If you defined a new configuration database with the Configurator, the defaults listed below
may or may not reflect your serial port settings.

Table 11: Serial Port Factory Defaults

Model Number and Card Slot Serial Port 1 Serial Port 2

V1599CDU-1: card slot 6 and V1599CDU-H-1: card slots 7-8 RS-422 Receiver RS-422 Receiver
V1599CDU-1: card slot 7 and V1599CDU-H-1: card slots 9-10 RS-422 Keypad RS-232 Host PC
V1599CDU-2: card slot 6 and V1599CDU-H-2: card slots 7-8 RS-422 Receiver RS-232 Host PC
V1599CDU-2: card slot 7 and V1599CDU-H-2: card slots 9-10 RS-422 Keypad RS-422 Keypad
V1599CDU-3: card slot 6 and V1599CDU-H-3: card slots 7-8 RS-422 Receiver RS-422 Keypad
V1599CDU-3: card slot 7 and V1599CDU-H-3: card slots 9-10 RS-232 Host PC RS-232 Host PC
V1599CDU-4: card slot 6 and V1599CDU-H-4: card slots 7-8 RS-422 Receiver RS-422 Receiver
V1599CDU-4: card slot 7 and V1599CDU-H-4: card slots 9-10 RS-422 Keypad RS-422 Keypad
V1599CDU-5: card slot 6 and V1599CDU-H-5: card slots 7-8 RS-422 Receiver RS-232 Host PC
V1599CDU-5: card slot 7 and V1599CDU-H-5: card slots 9-10 RS-422 Receiver RS-422 Keypad

Note: Devices on the ports are always numbered consecutively. For example, receivers connected to a

V1599CDU-1 card slot 6 are numbered 1-256 on port 1 and 256-512 on port 2. Keypads on card slot 7
of that card cage are numbered 1-32 and the host PC is 1.

To change the protocol defaults, perform the following procedure.

1. Open the V1599CDU-CC front panel and locate the serial card(s). Serial cards are easily identified by
their blue extractor tabs. If you have labeled the cards, simply refer to the labels to identify each card.

2. Pull up the extractor tab and remove the card(s) from the card cage.

3. Use the figure below to define new protocol settings for each port on each serial card(s).

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Figure 15: Location and Settings for Serial Port Protocols

In the figure below, RS-422 is used on Serial Port 1 to connect the V1599CDU to receivers. Serial Port 2 is
connected to a host computer using RS-232 protocol. The wiring for all protocols is shown in the figure
below. There are no restrictions on which protocol you use on which port, and you may use the same protocol
on both ports (the figure below is only an example).

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Figure 16: Connections to the Serial Module

RS-232 Notes:

PC RS-232 Pin-Out

(9-Pin D-shell)

Pin 3, TxD
Pin 2, RxD

Pin 5, ground

Maximum Distance:
Using 22 AWG cable,
the RS-232 device may
be connected at a
maximum distance of
50 feet (15 m).

Alarm Module

The V1599CDU-ALRM (typical configuration) and V1599CDU-HSB-ALRM (hot standby configuration) provide
two ports for connection to Vicon V1300X-IA alarm interface devices. Low level polling operations on these
ports monitors alarm status and changes in status are transmitted via the Network Module to the V1599CPU.
The contents of the accessory kit (part number 1306-3081-02) are listed below. The kit is supplied with either
configuration (hot standby or typical).

Table 12: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3081-02

Item Purpose Qty Vicon Part Number

V1599-37PDM Adapter,
37-to-37 pin, male/male
Cable, 37-to-37 pin,
male/male, 6 feet

In the figure below, the V1300X-IA-EX is connected to port 2 and the V1300X-IA is connected to port 1. You
may connect either XIA device to either port or the same type of XIA device to both ports.

Note: Alarm port 1 is always used for alarms 1-256 and port 2 is used for 257-512.

Used with Vicon's V1200X-IA alarm
interface device.
Used to connect the V1300X-IA or
V1300X-IA-EX to the V1599 alarm module
at a maximum distance of 6 feet.

2 1306-3077-01
2 1251-3273-01

Note: The alarm, video and TDT cards are parallel cards. You may exchange a defective parallel card at any

time without removing power to the cage (“hot swap”). All parallel cards have green extractor tabs for
easy identification. Should you ever need to replace the V1599CDU-ALRM, open the card cage front
panel, locate the green extractor tabs, and then refer to the card label to the V1599CDU-ALRM. If you
did not label the cards in the card cage, refer to the previous figure and the rear panel of your card
cage to identify the cards.

Figure 17: Connections to the Alarm Module

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Video Module

Video modules V1599CDU-VID (typical configuration) and V1599CDU-HSB-VID (hot standby configuration)
execute video switch commands received from the V1599CPU through the network module. Video switching
is achieved using Pilot 66/99 card cages. The connection of cameras and monitors is describe in the Camera
and Monitor Connection section. Cables for connection to the card cage are listed in the table below.

To synchronize switching of the cameras to allow switching to take place during the vertical interval of the
signal, connect a line-locked camera to the Video IN BNC as shown below. All cameras must be vertically
phased together and any camera may be used. Synchronizing cameras in this manner reduces interference
in the video from the vertical switching pulse.

Table 13: Contents of Accessory Kit 1306-3084-02

Item Purpose Qty Vicon Part Number

Cable, 25-pin, male/male, 6
feet

Note: Port 1 is used for monitors 1-64 and port 2 is for 65-128.

Used to make connections between the application
module and the appropriate device.

The sync source may be any
line-locked camera in your
system.

2 1251-3271-01

Figure 18: Connections to the Video Control Module

Note: The video card is a parallel card. All parallel cards have green extractor tabs for easy identification. Should you ever

need to replace a video control card, open the card cage front panel, locate the green extractor tabs and then refer
to the rear panel to identify the video card. If you have labeled the cards, simply refer to the card labels to identify
each card. You may exchange a defective parallel card at any time without removing power to the card cage (“hot
swap”).

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Titler Module

The V1599CDU-TDT (typical configuration) and V1599CDU-HSB-TDT (hot standby configuration) provide
two ports for performing time/date/titling functions. The V1599CPU sends titling commands to the titler
modules, which are connected to the V1300X-TCC Time/Date/Titlers. The V1300X-TCC superimposes the
titling information upon the designated video outputs. Up to 64 monitors may be connected to each port of the
V1599CDU-TDT or V1599CDU-HSB-TDT modules by connecting the monitors to the slave units as shown
below. Cables are supplied with the V1599 time/date/titler module and are listed in Table 15 of the previous
section.

Note: Port 1 is used for monitors 1-64 and port 2 is for 65-128.

Figure 19: Connections to the Titler Module

Note: The titler card is a parallel card. All parallel cards have green extractor tabs for easy identification. Should you ever

need to replace a card, open the card cage front panel, locate the green extractor tabs and then refer to the rear
panel to identify the card. If you have labeled the cards, simply refer to the card labels to identify each card. You
may exchange a defective parallel card at any time without removing power to the card cage (“hot swap”).

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Network Module

The network module provides a link between LAN communications and serial/parallel communications. Basic
networking as it relates to the V1599 system is discussed in the Networking Overview of this manual and
should be reviewed before proceeding with this section.

Note: The Ethernet 2 connector shown in the figure below is used when the second network card is installed

in the V1599CDU-CC for hot standby operation.

There are various types and brands of Ethernet hubs available on the market. Refer to the

documentation provided with the hub for connection information.

Video is not transmitted on the Ethernet cable. Standard video transmission media is required.

Figure 20: Connections to the Network Module

Note: You may exchange a defective network card at any time without removing power to the card cage

(“hot swap”).

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Defining the IP address and default gateway for a V1599CDU

g

1. Open the front panel of the V1599CDU and locate the network card(s) as shown below.

Network cards are located in the first two slots (this figure
shows the
see red extractor tabs for network cards. The network
cards are labeled on the card label as “Ethernet 1” and
“Ethernet 2”. If you have a typical configuration (not hot
standby), you will only have one network card. There may
be one or two network cards present in a customized
confi

2. Lift the red extractor tab and gently remove the first network card, taking precautions to prevent static
discharge that can damage the card.

3. Locate switch S1 and S2 as shown in the figure below. You must identify the 32-bit numeric address (the
“IP address”) using these switches.

V1599CDU with the front panel open). You will

uration.

Figure 21: Location of Network Cards in V1599CDU-CC

4. The IP address format is four sets of numbers separated by periods, and each set of numbers must be in
the range of 0 to 255. For V1599CDUs, the IP address is:

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Figure 22: Switches S1 and S2

192.168.xxx.yyy

where xxx and yyy are set using switches S1 and S2. The octet xxx defines the network portion of the
address for the IP address and the default gateway address. Set the xxx octet using switch S2. Use the
table below to set the xxx octet to a unique identifier. You may use any number from 1 to 254 as shown in
the table, as long as that number is unique in the network.

Note: If the V1599 LAN is expanded to WAN, which will enable the V1599 system to communicate with other

networks, a gateway address must be defined. This gateway address provides entrance to another
network. A router on the network will provide the gateway to the rest of the WAN. The number “1” is
reserved for defining the default gateway. (192.168.xxx.001).

5. Now use S1 to define the yyy octet, which sets the host ID portion of the IP address. Use Table 16 to

define a number between 2 and 254, keeping in mind that the address must be unique in the system.

6. Then insert the network card, using the red extractor tab to secure the card, and fasten the front panel

screws.

Note: The IP address of each V1599CDU must be unique. If you are on a WAN and the V1599CDU IP

address scheme of 192.168.xxx.yyy is not compatible with other devices, then you must perform a
procedure discussed in the Reference chapter to override the V1599 IP address prefixes of 192.168 or
change the IP addresses of the other devices and use the Vicon default scheme.

Changing the Vicon default IP address prefixes of 192.168.

The Reference chapter includes a section on changing the 192.168 octets of the IP address. This is only
recommended if another component of your network uses these prefixes and it would be more difficult to
change the default scheme of the other components. You can use the 192.168 octets even if other
components on your network use 192.168, as long as the complete address is unique for each device.
Changing the Vicon defaults requires a laptop computer or other terminal device to access menu systems
needed to change the defaults.

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Table 14: DIP Switch Settings

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Note: An “X” in the table indicates that the switch should be placed in the ON position.

SWITCHES SWITCHES SWITCHES

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1
2
3
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5
6
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28 • V1599CDU Communication Distribution Unit Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Camera and Monitor Connection

Cameras and monitors are connected to the Pilot 66/99 card cage, part number 1580SCC, Figure 25 shows
the rear panel of the card cage. Note the locations of the Camera BNC panels, Monitor BNC panel and CPU
panel. The card cage shown is typical and will support 256 cameras by 16 or 32 monitors.

System expansion is accomplished by connecting additional card cages to the system. Typically these will be
added in pairs with one card cage being designated as the Primary cage and the other designated as the
Secondary cage. Figure 26 shows a typical 512 camera by 32 monitor system. Figure 27 shows the circuit
cards contained in the Primary cage and Secondary cage.

For systems greater than 512 cameras or 32 monitors, an Expander type cage is required. This is described
in the V1599 System Expansion section.

Figure 25: Pilot 66/99 Card Cage Part Number 1580SCC Rear View

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Camera and Monitor Connection • 29

Figure 26: Typical Two-Cage System with 512 Cameras and 32 Monitors

Figure 27: Primary and Secondary Cages Circuit Cards

The following paragraphs describe connection of the card cages to the CDU, camera connection and monitor
connection.

30 • Camera and Monitor Connection Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

CDU to 1580SCC Card Cage Connection

Connect 1580SCC card cage EXTERNAL CONTROL IN/ALARM port to the CDU video module VIDEO
CONTROL 1 port as shown in Figure 28. Note that when connecting multiple cages, VIDEO CONTROL 1
port has a limitation of 8192 cameras and 64 monitors, which is the maximum number of cameras that may
be connected to the system. Additional monitor and camera combinations may be connected to VIDEO
CONTROL 2 port to create a combined system up to the limit of 8192 cameras by 512 monitors.

Figure 28: CDU Connection to Pilot 66/99 Card Cage

Camera Connection

Video is usually brought back from the cameras to the card cage with coaxial cable. Even if some other
transmission medium is used, such as fiber optics or wireless, final connections to the unit are made with
coaxial cable. Refer to Reference, Cable Recommendations, Video Cabling for information on the appropriate
video cable for your application.

The rear panel of each card cage contains up to eight (8) V1510RP32-I rear connector panels, referred to as
camera BNC panels. Each camera BNC panel contains 32 BNC connectors, which are numbered from left to
right, top to bottom. The camera BNC panels are installed in right-to-left order, that is, cameras 1 through 32
will be installed in the panel starting on the right.

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Camera and Monitor Connection • 31

Figure 29 shows the camera BNC panels with the panel that contains the inputs for cameras 1 through 32
enlarged for detail. Connect the cameras to each camera BNC panel in the order desired. Terminate any
unused BNC connectors on the panel with a 75 ohm termination. Note that in systems with over 32 monitors,
the terminations would generally be used on the last cage in the loop.

Figure 29: Camera Connection to 1580SCC Card Cage

32 • Camera and Monitor Connection Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Looping Camera Inputs

In multiple cage configurations, the camera inputs to the first cages must be connected to the subsequent
cages so that the cameras may be viewed on any monitor that is connected to the system. To accomplish
this, V1566RC-36 coaxial cables are looped from the D-Shell connectors on the camera BNC panels as
shown in Figure 30. The camera inputs to the first cage are looped from the V1510RP32-I panel to an
expansion cage or cages camera looping panel V1510RP32-L. Camera looping panel V1510RP32-L contains
8 D-Shell connectors that are internally connected as shown in Figure 30. They are used exclusively for
looping cameras to additional cages. The last cage will use a V1510RP32-I panel to enable the video to be
looped out via the coaxial connectors to external devices using the V15RCB-24 cable.

Figure 30: Looping Camera Inputs to Multiple Cages

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Camera and Monitor Connection • 33

Note that the D-shell connectors are marked to indicate Odd and Even. The Odd D-shell connectors are
internally connected to the odd numbered BNC connectors. The Even D-shell connectors are internally
connected to the even numbered BNC connectors. This is an important consideration when using the
V15RCB-24 coaxial cable to loop cameras out to external devices. For example, if the cable is connected to
the topmost D-Shell connector shown as Odd in Figure 30, and this is the first camera BNC panel used,
cameras 1,3,5,7,9,11,13 and 15 will be looped to the external device(s). To access the cameras connected to
the even numbered BNC connectors, you would use the Even D-Shell connector.

The following table provides a listing of the V15RCB-24 cable markings and the pins on the D-Shell
connectors that they correspond to for the Odd and Even connectors. The table provides information for
cameras 1 through 16. Additional cameras up to the system limit of 512 are connected in the same manner.
For example, camera 17 would correspond to the A output on the cable.

V15RCB-24
Cable Marking

Odd D-Shell Connector Camera
Number

Even D-Shell Connector Camera
Number

A 1 2
B 3 4
C 5 6
D 7 8
E 9 10

F 11 12
G 13 14
H 15 16

34 • Camera and Monitor Connection Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Monitor Connection

The monitor BNC panel V1510RP32-O is located next to the CPU panel. Depending upon your configuration,
monitors may be connected to multiple cages. Each monitor BNC panel contains 32 BNC connectors, which
are numbered from left to right, top to bottom. Figure 31 shows the rear panel of the 1580SCC cage, with the
monitor panel enlarged for detail. Connect the monitors to each monitor BNC panel in the order desired. You
may connect 1-16 monitors or 1-32 monitors to the panel. In the multiple cage systems, additional monitors
may be connected to the panels. Terminate any unused BNC connectors on the panel with a 75 ohm
termination.

Figure 31: Monitor Connection to the 1580SCC Card Cage

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Camera and Monitor Connection • 35

Looping Monitor Outputs

In multiple cage configurations, the Video Amplifier Board installed in the Primary cage, must be looped to the
RS422 to CMOS Converter card installed in the Secondary Cage, so that the cameras connected to the
Secondary cage will be viewable on the monitors connected to Primary cage. This is accomplished by
connecting the D-shell connectors on the monitor BNC cards in the Primary and Secondary cages using the
V1566RC-36 coaxial cables as shown in Figure 32. Note that the D-shell connectors are assigned to specific
BNC connectors. The connector on the left is assigned to the odd numbered terminals. The connector on the
right is assigned to the even number terminals.

Figure 32: Looping Primary and Secondary Cage Monitor BNC Panels

36 • Camera and Monitor Connection Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

V1599 System Expansion

The system can be expanded by adding additional 1580SCC Primary and Secondary cage sets. Figure 33
shows a system that has been expanded up to 2048 cameras by 32 monitors. To create this system, 4 sets
of Primary and Secondary card cages are required along with an Expander cage. Each Primary and
Secondary cage is connected as shown in the Camera and Monitor section.

Figure 33: 1580SCC Cage Configuration for a 2048 Camera by 32 Monitor System

The Expansion sets are connected to each other with a 25-pin D-shell cable, Vicon part number 8000-8526-

01. This is a 6-foot length cable and longer lengths are available. Figure 34 shows a detailed view of the
connections between the expansion sets. A partial view of the CPU panels on the First and Second

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX V1599 System Expansion • 37

Expansion set Primary cages are shown along with the Expander cage CPU panel. See the Cage Addressing
section that follows for switch and jumper settings for the Interface Board for the expansion sets. See the
Expander Cage section for more information about the Expander Cage. See the Camera and Monitor section
for other connections.

Figure 34: Connecting Expansion Set Cages

38 • V1599 System Expansion Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Cage Addressing

The Interface Board (Figure 35) in each cage contains switches (SW1 and SW3) and jumpers (PL7 through
PL11) that must be set for the various camera and monitor combinations. Table 15 lists the settings for a
2048 camera by 64 monitor system using monitor groups of 1-16. Table 16 lists the settings for 2048 camera
by 64 monitor system using monitor groups of 1-32.

Figure 35: Interface Board Switch and Camera Group Pins

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX V1599 System Expansion • 39

Table 15: V1599 Cage Addressing – 512 Camera by 16 Monitor Groups

System Size:
Cameras x Monitors

Switch SW1 Switch SW3 Camera and Monitor

1-512 x 1-16 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1-512 x 17-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1-512 x 33-48 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1-512 x 49-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

513-1024 x 1-16 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

513-1024 x 17-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

513-1024 x 33-48 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

513-1024 x 49-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1025-1536 x 1-16 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1025-1536 x 17-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1025-1536 x 33-48 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1025-1536 x 49-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1537-2048 x 1-16 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1537-2048 x 17-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1537-2048 x 33-48 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1537-2048 x 49-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

Interface Board Settings

Group Jumpers

All Off PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3
Pole 5 On,
Poles 1-4, 6-8 Off
Pole 6 On,
Poles 1-5, 6-8 Off
Poles 5-6 On, Poles 1­4, 7-8 Off
Pole 2 On,
Poles 1, 3-8 Off
Poles 2 and 5 On,
Poles 1, 3-4, 7-8 Off
Poles 2 and 6 On,
Poles 1, 3-5, 7-8 Off
Poles 2, 5-6 On, Poles
1, 3-4, 7-8 Off
Pole 3 On,
Poles 1-2, 4-8 Off
Poles 3 and 5 On,
Poles 1-2, 4, 6-8 Off
Poles 3 and 6 On,
Poles 1-2, 4-5, 7-8 Off
Poles 3, 5 and 6 On,
Poles 1-2, 4, 7-8 Off
Poles 2-3, 5 and 6 On,
Poles 1, 4-8 Off
Poles 2-3 and 5 On,
Poles 1, 4, 6-8 Off
Poles 2-3 and 6 On,
Poles 1, 4-5, 7-8 Off
Poles 2-3, 5-6 On,
Poles 1, 4, 7-8 Off

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10,PL11=1-2

PL7= 2-3

40 • V1599 System Expansion Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Table 16: V1599 Cage Addressing – 512 Cameras by 32 Monitor Groups

System Size:
Cameras x Monitors

Switch SW1 Switch SW3 Camera and Monitor

1-512 x 1-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1-512 x 33-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

513-1024 x 1-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

513-1024 x 33-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1025-1536 x 1-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1025-1536 x 33-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1537-2048 x 1-32 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

1537-2048 x 33-64 Pole 6 On,

Poles 1-5, 7-8 Off

Interface Board Settings

Group Jumpers

All Off PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3
Pole 6 On,
Poles 1-5, 6-8 Off
Pole 2 On,
Poles 1, 3-8 Off
Poles 2 and 6 On, Poles
1, 3-5, 7-8 Off
Pole 3 On,
Poles 1-2, 4-8 Off
Poles 3 and 6 On, Poles
1-2, 4-5, 7-8 Off
Poles 2-3, 5 and 6 On,
Poles 1, 4-8 Off
Poles 2-3 and 6 On,
Poles 1, 4-5, 7-8 Off

PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3

PL8,PL9,PL10 =1-2

PL7, PL11= 2-3

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX V1599 System Expansion • 41

Expander Cage

The Expander cage is a Primary cage used to collect the monitor outputs from the expansion sets and route
them to the monitors. Figure 36 shows an Expander cage configured for a 2048 camera by 32 monitor
system.

The Expander cage is connected to the last Expansion Set Cage via the EXTERNAL CONTROL IN/ALARM
port. The monitor outputs from each Expansion Set Cage are connected via coaxial cable to the BNC
connectors on Slots 1 through 8. All monitor outputs are provided by the Monitor BNC panel.

Table 17 lists the various configurations and Slot assignments for one to four Expansion sets. Note that the
Interface Board (Figure 34) contained in the Expander cage, has various switch (SW1 and SW3) settings that
are used when expanding the system. There are also jumpers that must be set for camera group pins (PL7
through PL10). All positions and settings are listed in Table 17.

Expander cages can be used for additional camera inputs as well. For example, you might have 3 expansion
sets with 1536 cameras and you want to add an additional 64 cameras. The 3 expansion sets will require 3
slots in the Expander cage, leaving 5 slots open. You can use two of those slots for the 64 additional
cameras.

42 • V1599 System Expansion Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Figure 36: Expander Cage Rear Panel

Table 17: Expander Cage Addressing (512 Camera Groups)

Expansion Sets Expansion Set

Card Cage Slot

1

Slot 1- Primary Cage Expander 1-512
Slot 2- Primary Cage Camera 513-544
Slot 3- Primary Cage Camera 545-576
Slot 4- Primary Cage Camera 577-608
Slot 5- Primary Cage Camera 609-640
Slot 6- Primary Cage Camera 641-672
Slot 7- Primary Cage Camera 673-704
Slot 8- Primary Cage Camera 705-736
Slot 1-Secondary Cage Camera 737-768
Slot 2-Secondary Cage Camera 769-800
Slot 3-Secondary Cage Camera 801-832
Slot 4-Secondary Cage Camera 833-864
Slot 5-Secondary Cage Camera 865-896
Slot 6-Secondary Cage Camera 897-928
Slot 7-Secondary Cage Camera 929-960
Slot 8-Secondary Cage Camera 961-992

2

Slot 1- Primary Cage Expander 1-512
Slot 2- Primary Cage Expander 513-1024
Slot 3- Primary Cage Camera 1025-1056
Slot 4- Primary Cage Camera 1057-1088
Slot 5- Primary Cage Camera 1089-1120
Slot 6- Primary Cage Camera 1121-1152
Slot 7- Primary Cage Camera 1153-1184
Slot 8- Primary Cage Camera 1185-1216
Slot 1-Secondary Cage Camera 1217-1248
Slot 2-Secondary Cage Camera 1249-1280
Slot 3-Secondary Cage Camera 1281-1312
Slot 4-Secondary Cage Camera 1313-1344
Slot 5-Secondary Cage Camera 1345-1376
Slot 6-Secondary Cage Camera 1377-1408
Slot 7-Secondary Cage Camera 1409-1440
Slot 8-Secondary Cage Camera 1441-1472

3

Slot 1- Primary Cage Expander 1-512
Slot 2- Primary Cage Expander 513-1024
Slot 3- Primary Cage Expander 1025-1536
Slot 4- Primary Cage Camera 1537-1568
Slot 5- Primary Cage Camera 1569-1600
Slot 6- Primary Cage Camera 1601-1632
Slot 7- Primary Cage Camera 1633-1664
Slot 8- Primary Cage Camera 1665-1696
Slot 1-Secondary Cage Camera 1697-1728
Slot 2-Secondary Cage Camera 1729-1760
Slot 3-Secondary Cage Camera 1761-1792
Slot 4-Secondary Cage Camera 1793-1824
Slot 5-Secondary Cage Camera 1825-1856
Slot 6-Secondary Cage Camera 1857-1888
Slot 7-Secondary Cage Camera 1889-1920
Slot 8-Secondary Cage Camera 1921-1952
Slot 1- Primary Cage Expander 1-512 4
Slot 2- Primary Cage Expander 513-1024

Slot Addressing Interface Board Switch

Settings and Jumpers

SW1: poles 1 and 6 On; poles 2
through 5, 7 and 8 Off
SW3: poles 1 through 4 Off
PL7 and PL8: Jumper pins 2-3
PL9 and PL10: Jumper pins 1-2

SW1: poles 2 and 6 On; poles
1, 3 through 5, 7 and 8 Off
SW3: poles 1 through 4 Off
PL7 through PL9: Jumper pins
2-3
PL10: Jumper pins 1-2

SW1: poles 1, 2 and 6 On;
poles 3 through 5, 7 and 8 Off
SW3: poles 1 through 4 Off
PL7 through PL9: Jumper pins
2-3
PL10: Jumper pins 1-2

SW1: poles 3 and 6 On; poles
1, 2,4,5, 7 and 8 Off

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX V1599 System Expansion • 43

Expansion Sets Expansion Set

Card Cage Slot

Slot 3- Primary Cage Expander 1025-1536
Slot 4- Primary Cage Expander 1537-2048
Slot 5- Primary Cage N/A
Slot 6- Primary Cage N/A
Slot 7- Primary Cage N/A
Slot 8- Primary Cage N/A
Slot 1-Secondary Cage N/A
Slot 2-Secondary Cage N/A
Slot 3-Secondary Cage N/A
Slot 4-Secondary Cage N/A
Slot 5-Secondary Cage N/A
Slot 6-Secondary Cage N/A
Slot 7-Secondary Cage N/A
Slot 8-Secondary Cage N/A

Slot Addressing Interface Board Switch

Settings and Jumpers

SW3: poles 1 through 4 Off
PL7 through PL9: Jumper pins
2-3
PL10: Jumper pins 1-2

Monitor Expansion

To expand a 2048 camera by 32 monitor system to 2048 cameras and 64 monitors, an additional 9 cages are
required. The additional cages are connected to the Expander cage from the first group of cages using the
25-Pin D-Shell cable as shown in Figure 37. Each expansion set is connected to each other also using the
25-Pin D-Shell cable. The final cage is the Expander cage, which has all of the monitor outputs looped to it for
monitors 33 through 64.

44 • V1599 System Expansion Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Figure 37: Additional Expansion Cages for 2048 Camera by 64 Monitor System

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX V1599 System Expansion • 45

Remote Video Switching Examples

The V1599 system may be connected in numerous variations to fit the needs of a particular surveillance site.
In cases where cameras are remotely located from the central station, there are many ways to route the
video, resulting in the ability or inability to view video at particular operator stations. Two general ways to
connect remote video switching systems are illustrated in this chapter, partially and fully distributed systems.

Partially Distributed Systems

Two examples of partially distributed remote video systems are shown in the following pages, each using
V1599 components. In Figure 38, the “Partially Distributed A” system, the connections from each Pilot 66/99
card cage are routed separately to the card cage on the far right. In Figure 39, the “Partially Distributed B”
system, the “8 Individual Wires Bundled” labels are critical to differentiating this figure from a fully distributed
configuration. The eight wires mentioned in the figure route video from one card cage to another (not from
two card cages to another). This means that the video from the card cage on the far left is routed to the next
card cage only and not to the card cage on the far right.

The advantages of the partially distributed video systems shown in the following figures include:

• System independence – the rest of the system is not compromised if one card cage fails,

• Easier troubleshooting – each card cage may be disconnected and tested without disrupting the

rest of the system.

The disadvantages of this system configuration are:

• Higher cable costs compared to a fully distributed system, as each component is wired to a central
connection point,

• Localization of video. In the following examples, video from all cameras may not be viewed at a
central station. Some cameras may only be viewed on monitors local to their card cage. This may
be an advantage, not a disadvantage, depending upon the needs of your site.

46 • Remote Video Switching Examples Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

RO = Remote Out
RI = Remote In
LO = Local Out
LI = Local In

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Remote Video Switching Examples • 47

Figure 38: Partially Distributed System “A”

RO = Remote Out
RI = Remote In
LO = Local Out
LI = Local In

Figure 39: Partially Distributed System “B”

48 • Remote Video Switching Examples Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Fully Distributed Systems

Two examples of fully distributed remote video systems are shown in the following pages, each using V1599
components. In both Figures 40 and 41, all video is routed to all Pilot 66/99 card cages. This allows the video
from any camera to be viewed at any station. The advantages of a fully distributed video system include:

• Lower cable costs compared to a partially distributed system, as each component is wired only to

the next component in line,

• Full access to video. Video from all cameras may be viewed at a central station.

The disadvantages of this system configuration are:

• System dependence – the rest of the system is compromised if one card cage fails,

• Harder to troubleshoot – all components behind a failed card cage will also appear to have failed.

RO = Remote Out
RI = Remote In
LO = Local Out
LI = Local In

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Remote Video Switching Examples • 49

Figure 40: Fully Distributed System “A”

RO = Remote Out
RI = Remote In
LO = Local Out
LI = Local In

Figure 41: Fully Distributed System “B”

50 • Remote Video Switching Examples Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Optional Equipment

Netswitch

Note: The Netswitch is not included in every V1599 system. Disregard this section if your system does not

require a network switch.

The Netswitch is an Ethernet switch that may be purchased from Vicon. Various capacity Netswitches are
available. The Netswitch is needed when network bandwidth becomes an issue, such as in systems that are
passing video across the network. Using a switch instead of a hub in this case will improve network
bandwidth utilization. The Netswitch allows high-speed connections at either 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX,
making it ideal for connecting to the V1599 system. Because of connection and setup complexity, network
switchers, hubs and routers typically require a network consultant. The following figure is one example of the
many ways that the Netswitch could be implemented in your system.

Note: Refer to the documentation provided with the Netswitch for connection information.

Figure 42: Example of the Netswitch in a V1599 Networked System

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Optional Equipment • 51

KVM Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse

The V1599-KVM-R is a 15-inch, rack-mounted flat panel monitor with an integrated keyboard and trackball. It
provides 8 ports and can be shared with up to 8 PCs. A PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse and VGA cable set is
required for each device connected to a KVM switch. This cable set may be purchased separately from
Vicon.

Figure 43: Basic Diagram of the V1599-KVM-R in a V1599 System

52 • Optional Equipment Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Maintenance

Fuse Replacement

Warning: Using a fuse with the incorrect rating for the unit can result in component damage and/or fire.

The fuse rating is 0.75 A, 250 V (5mm slo-blo Littlefuse 239.750 or 213.800). Two of each fuse are included
in the accessory kit for the V1599CDU-CC card cage and one spare fuse is located in the spare fuse drawer.

Perform the following procedure to replace a fuse:

1. The fuse is located in a drawer-type holder built into the recessed power connector on the rear of the unit.

2. Replace the old fuse with a new fuse of the proper rating as listed above and replace the fuse drawer.

Fuse drawer

Figure 44: Right Side of V1599CDU-CC Card Cage Rear Panel

1580SCC Card Cage Fuse Replacement

The fuse rating is 1.25 A, 250 V, 20 mm.
Perform the following procedure to replace a fuse:

1. The fuse is located in a drawer-type holder built into the recessed power connector on the rear of the unit.

2. Replace the old fuse with a new fuse of the proper rating as listed above and replace the fuse drawer.

Circuit Card Replacement

There are no special procedures for replacing the circuit cards used in the CDU or 1580SCC card cage.
Follow standard Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) procedures when replacing the cards and avoid touching card
components. Handle the cards by the card extractors and wear an ESD protection device. All cards are hot­swappable.

Each 1580SCC cage circuit card is shown on the following pages. Switch settings are provided for each card
along with LED indications and their meaning.

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Interface Board V1566DB

The Interface Board V1566DB (Figure 45) is inserted in the CPU slot, and is a dual-purpose board that is
used in the Pilot Ultra V1599 system as well as the Pilot Select. When used in the Pilot Ultra, BCD switches
SW1 through SW3 and jumpers PL7 through PL11, must be set as described in tables 15 through 19,
depending on your configuration and if the cage is being used as an Expander Cage. The table below
provides descriptions of LED operation.

Component Function and Settings

LED LD1 Green LED illuminates to indicate 5 VDC power is present.
LED LD2 Red LED illuminates to indicate that power is below 5 VDC.
LED LD3 Flashes to indicate whether card is set for V1566 or V1599 operation. Long on time and short

off time indicates card is set for V1566 operation. Short on time and long off time indicates
card is set for V1599 operation.

LED LD4 Flashes to indicate if the camera/monitor combination called is within the cage’s address

range.

LED LD5 Green LED illuminates to indicate raw 9 VDC power is applied to CPU card.

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Figure 45: Interface Board Component Locations

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Video Amplifier Board V1516-AMP and V1532-AMP

The Video Amplifier Board (Figure 46) supports 1-16 or 1-32 monitors. The following table describes the
settings for BCD switches, SW1 and SW2, LED operation and jumper settings for both the V1516-AMP and
the V1532-AMP.

Component Function and Settings

Switch SW1 Switches 1 and 2 are set Off (not used).

Switch 3 is set ON for 32 monitors, Off for 16 monitors.
Switch 4 is set ON.
Switch 5 is set Off.
Switch 6 is set Off (not used).
Switch 7 is set Off (not used).
Switch 8 is set Off (not used).

Switch SW2 Switches 1-4 are set ON.

Switch 5 is set Off (not used).

Switches 6-8 are set Off (not used).
LED LD1 Illuminates to indicate primary and secondary processor operation.
LED LD2 Illuminates to indicate primary and secondary processor operation.
LED LD3 Flashes to indicate system is operating.
LED LD4 Illuminates to indicate +5 VDC is available for the digital circuitry.
LED LD5 Illuminates to indicate +5 VDC is available for the digital circuitry.
Jumper PL3 Not used.
Jumper PL4 Jumper PL4 is across pins 2 and 3.
Jumper PL5 Programming port for software update.
Jumper PL6 Programming port for software update.

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Figure 46: Video Amplifier Board

Video Switcher Board V1510S-16 and V1510S-32

Video Switcher Boards V1510S-16 and V1510S-32 do not have any components that require setting. LED
LD1 illuminates green to indicate that power is applied to the card. Figure 47 shows the V1510S-32 card.

Figure 47: Video Switcher Board V1510S-16 and V1510S-32

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Storage

When storing the unit for periods of 1 month or longer, place the unit and a fresh desiccant (drying agent) in a
container that provides a vapor barrier and vapor seal. Then place the sealed storage container in a location
where the temperature is maintained between 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C).

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Reference

Cable Recommendations

Video Cabling

Caution: Careful selection of proper cable is essential to obtain the best performance from this equipment. Vicon assumes no
responsibility for poor performance when cables other than those recommended, or equivalent, are installed. In all cases, coaxial cable
impedance should be 75 ohms.

Materials

Use only a pure copper center conductor. Do not use a copper-plated steel or aluminum center conductor, as they will
result in poor quality video. Solid-core bare copper conductor is the best type, where flexing and bending will be minimal. If
severe bending and flexing is required for installation, use a stranded center conductor. Never exceed the manufacturers
minimum bend radius specification. Use cellular (foam) polyethylene dielectric except where heavy moisture exists. For
moisture conditions, use solid polyethylene dielectric cable with a heavy exterior insulation. The shield must be copper
braid providing 95% or better coverage.

Cable Types

The cable types listed below are the most common 75-ohm types used. They vary in size (diameter), dielectric type and
net DC resistance. The larger cable results in a lower DC resistance and better video quality, with increased difficulty in
handling and installation. Let the required picture quality and cable distance provide a guide in choosing the best cable
type. For cables other than the approved Vicon types below, contact the manufacturers listed below. Note that “BC” refers
to bare copper and “TC” refers to tinned copper.

Recommended Coaxial Cable Types

Cable
Type

RG-11/U 8213 9847 811,4811 14 Solid BC BC braid (95%) 2.6 (8.5)
RG-6/U 9248 9804C 806,4806 18 Solid BC Foil + 61% TC braid (100%) 7.5 (24.6)
RG-59/U 8281* ---- 815 20 Solid BC 2 TC braids (96%) 9.9 (32.5)
RG-59/U 9259 9803 816 22 Stranded BC BC braid (95%) 15.0 (49)
RG-59/U 9659 ---- ---- 22 Stranded BC BC braid (95%) 15.0 (49)

*Requires special BNC-M connector due to 0.305 nominal O.D.
Belden Inc. http://www.belden.com/ [phone]
Alpha Wire Company http://www.alphawire.com/ (800)-52 ALPHA (522-5742)
West Penn Wire http://www.westpenn-cdt.com/ (800)-245-4964

** For longer cable runs, use a Vicon Video Amplifier to obtain a suitable picture.

Belden
Type No.

Alpha
Type No.

West Penn
Type No.

Type Center
Conductor

Type Shield and
% Coverage

DC Resistance
ohms/1000 ft (km)

Picture Quality vs. Cable Length

Picture Quality Maximum Cable Run** ft (m)

RG-59/U RG-6/U RG-11/U

Usable picture 1100 (350) 1500 (450) 2400 (750)
Clean picture 820 (250) 1000 (300) 1600 (500)
Best picture 400 (120) 530 (160) 820 (250)

Caution: Careful selection of proper cable is essential to obtain the best performance. Vicon assumes no responsibility for poor

performance when cables other than the recommended types, or equivalent, are used.

Materials

Use a pure copper stranded conductor with or without a tin-plating to obtain a low DC resistance. Do not use cable with
either steel or aluminum stranded conductor because they do not transfer signals effectively for long distances. The
preferred insulation and cable jacket is Polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It has better electrical characteristics than polyethylene
and resists flames, sunlight and most solvents, but is more vulnerable to moisture.

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Twisted-Pair Cable

Cable Types

The most commonly used cable types are dual individually-shielded, twisted pair in a single jacket. This configuration is
the most convenient for RS-422/ RS485 applications. Single individually-shielded, twisted pair is also a suitable cable.

Choose a Belden cable type by referring to the characteristics and maximum distances listed below. The maximum
distance for the most reliable digital control refers to the distance between the CPU/Keypad and the Camera Dome
Assembly. The characteristics of the cables should be used as a guideline when cables other than Belden are used.
Materials and construction must follow the guidelines above.

Recommended Individually-Shielded, Twisted-Pair Cable Types

Cable Type Wire Size

(AWG)

Insulation

Material

Jacket

Material

Distance ft (m)

max.

Number of

Twisted Pairs

Belden 9406 22 PVC PVC 5000 (1500) 2
Belden 9402 20 PVC PVC 5000 (1500) 2
Belden 8723 22 Polypropylene PVC 8000 (2400) 2
Belden 8162 24 Datalene1 PVC 15000 (4600) 2
Belden 9729 24 Datalene1 PVC 15000 (4600) 2
Belden 9182 22 Datalene1 PVC 25000 (7600) 1

¹Datalene is a Registered Trademark of Belden.

Belden Inc. http://www.belden.com/ [phone]

Changing Vicon Network Defaults

This section provides a procedure for changing the:

• default octets of the IP address,

• adding a host list,

• changing other associated parameters.

The IP address of each V1599CDU must be unique. If you are on a WAN and the V1599CDU IP address
scheme of 192.168.xxx.yyy is not compatible with other devices, then you may use this procedure to change
the 192.168 octets of this addressing scheme. This is only recommended if another component of your
network uses these prefixes and it would be more difficult to change the default scheme of the other
components. You can use the 192.168 octets even if other components on your network use 192.168, as
long as the complete address is unique for each device. Changing the Vicon defaults requires a laptop
computer or other terminal device to access menu systems needed to change the defaults.

You may use a PC to change settings discussed above as follows:

1. Open the front panel of the V1599CDU card cage and locate Ethernet Card 1 on the card slot label, using
precautions to prevent injury to yourself and equipment, as dangerous voltages exist in the card cage.
Also take care to prevent static discharge.

2. Gently unsnap the red extractor tab and slide the card out of the card cage.

3. Locate S1 and S2, and referring to the figures and tables in the Network Module section of this manual,
set all poles on both DIP switches to OFF.

4. Replace the network card, making sure that the card seats in the rear connector, and snap down the red
extractor tab.

5. Connect an RS-232C straight-through cable from the 9-pin D-shell shown below to the serial port on your
PC. Typically, this will be a female-female 9-pin D-shell to 9-pin D-shell cable; however, check the
connector type on your PC serial port to make sure that this is the connector you need. This cable may
be purchased at your local electronics store.

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Figure 48: Location of 9-Pin D-Shell Connector on Network Card

6. In Windows Hyperterminal, set the communication parameters as follows: 38400 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop
bit, None for flow control and zero (no) parity. Use the Hyperterminal documentation if you are unfamiliar
with this software.

7. Cycle power to the V1599CDU card cage and you should see text similar to the example shown below on
your PC monitor. The complete text is listed in the following steps.

8. The current network parameters, such as the IP address, are shown at the top of the information, under
the Build Time. As shown on the screen, press any key within 5 seconds to change settings.

9. The software will lead you through the series of questions listed below. Make the appropriate changes, or
keep the current values, depending upon your network setup. If you need to review the Vicon defaults
and other networking information, refer to the Networking Overview and Network Module sections of this
manual. A network consultant may be required for consultation, depending upon the complexity of the
network.

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The current IP address,
which uses the Vicon

-------------------------------------------------------------------------­To change any of this, press any key within 5 seconds

(M)odify any of this or (C)ontinue? [M]

default prefixes of 192.168,
is shown in brackets. The
user has entered a new IP
address of 129.69.200.41.

For each of the following questions, you can press <Return> to select the
value shown in braces, or you can enter a new value.

NETWORK INTERFACE PARAMETERS:
Do you want a LAN interface? [Y]
IP address(0.0.0.0 = RARP, 255.255.255.255 = DHCP/BOOTP)? [192.168.0.10] 129.69.200.41
Subnet mask for LAN (0 for none)? [255.255.255.0]
Should there be a default gateway for packet routing? [N] y
What is its IP address? [0.0.0.0] 129.69.200.10

HARDWARE PARAMETERS:

This setting enables the
default gateway. The
next setting defines the
IP address of the

Baud rate for serial channels [38400]
V1599 CDU NETWORK BOOT ROM PARAMETERS:

Do you want to create a host list?[N] N
How long (in seconds) should CPU delay before starting up? [5]

Creation of a host list is presently
unsupported. Answer "N" to this
question.

---------------------------------------------------------

10. You will be presented with your choices and given a chance to edit any of the settings again. It may take

time to update the information before you see the “Done” message on your PC screen.

11. Repeat this procedure for Ethernet Card 2 if applicable to your system.

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Technical Information

V1599 CPU

ELECTRICAL
Input Voltage: Selectable 120/230 VAC, 47-64 Hz.

Current: 6A nominal.
Power Consumption: 300 W nominal.
Heat Equivalent: 17.0 btu/min (4.3 kg-cal/min) max. Note: These figures represent the conversion of 100%

of the electrical energy to heat. Actual percentage of the heat generated will be less and will vary from
product to product. These figures are provided as an aid in determining the extent of cooling required for an
installation.
Front Panel Controls/Indicators: Power on/off/reset switch, power on low voltage power supply, hard drive
activity LEDs.

Radio Frequency Emission Rating: FCC Class A.
MECHANICAL
Application: Indoor.

Mounting: Rack mounted in a standard EIA compliant rack, 19 in. (483 mm) wide opening. Rack height is 4

in. (102 mm) or 2U.
Drive Bays: Three (3) total shock mount bags.
Two (2) bays are 5.25 in. (133 mm) or 3.5 in. (89 mm) external access and one (1) 3.5 in. (89 mm) internal.
Dimensions: Width: 19.0 in. (483 mm).
Depth: 17.7 in. (450 mm).
Height: 4.0 in. (102 mm).
Weight: 21.8 lb (9.8 kg).

Construction: Heavy duty steel.
Color: Front Panel: Gray; Case: Matte black finish.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature Range: 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C).

Operating Humidity Range: 10 to 90%, noncondensing.

V1599 CDU

ELECTRICAL
Input Voltage: Universal 85-265 VAC, 47-60 Hz.

Current: 300 mA nominal.
Power Consumption: 36 W nominal.
Heat Equivalent: 2.0 btu/min (0.5 kg-cal/min) max. Note: These figures represent the conversion of 100% of

the electrical energy to heat. Actual percentage of the heat generated will be less and will vary from product
to product. These figures are provided as an aid in determining the extent of cooling required for an
installation.

Rear Panel Controls: Network: two RJ-45 connectors.
Video: Two 25-pin D-shell connectors.
Alarm: Two 37-pin D-shell connectors.

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Serial: Four RJ-45 connectors.
TDT: 2 DB-25.
Radio Frequency Emission Rating: FCC Class B and EN55022.

MECHANICAL
Application: Indoor.

Mounting: Rack mounted in a standard EIA compliant rack, 19 in. (483 mm) wide opening. Rack height is

5.25 in. (133 mm) or 3U.
Configuration: Personality and power modules are front panel accessible. The card cage is fitted with a
removable front cover, upper and lower card guides and manual ejectors for easy card mounting. Connector
modules are accessible through the rear and independently serviceable.
Dimensions: Width: 19.0 in. (483 mm).
Height: 5.25 in. (133 mm).
Weight: 21.2 lb (9.6 kg).

Construction: Sheet steel with galvanized plating.
Color: Front Panel: Gray; Case: Matte black finish.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature Range: 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C).

Operating Humidity Range: 10 to 90%, noncondensing.

Pilot 66/99 Card Cage

ELECTRICAL
Input Voltage: 120 to 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz Auto range.

Current: 0.5 A RMS max. Fully loaded card cage with internal CPU.
Power Consumption: 60 W max. Fully loaded card cage with internal CPU.
Heat Equivalent: 3.1 btu/min (0.85 kg-cal/min).

Note: These figures represent the conversion of 100% of the electrical energy to heat. Actual percentage of
the heat generated will be less and will vary from product to product. These figures are provided as an aid in
determining the extent of cooling required for an installation.

Line Cord: 3-wire grounded detachable IEC-320 standard power cord.
Fuse: 120 V/230 V, 1.25 A, 20 mm.
Radio Frequency Emission Rating: FCC Class A.

MECHANICAL
Construction:

Steel chassis with aluminum front panel.

Finish: Chassis: zinc plated clear chromate.
Front panel: Gray.
Dimensions: Height (H): 14.0 in. (356 mm).
Width (W): 19.0 in. (483 mm).
Depth (D): 8.5 in. (216 mm).

Weight, Card Cage: Approximately 27 lb (12.27 kg).
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature Range: 32 to 122ºF (0 to 50ºC).

Operating Humidity Range: Up to 95% relative, non-condensing.

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OPERATIONAL

Compatibility: Compatible with all generations of V1500 matrix system components, V1300 matrix system

components, NOVA and Surveyor product lines.

Maximum Component Configurations: Video Inputs: 8192.
Monitor Outputs: 512.
Receiver/Dome Support: 8192.
XIA Alarm Inputs: 8192.
Keypad/Console/Host RS-232 Support: 512.
Time/Date/Titler Outputs: 512.
Video Tour Patterns: 256.
Salvo Switch Configurations: 128.
Camera/Alarm Title Configuration: One (1) line of 20 characters per camera/alarm.

ADDITIONAL COMPLIANCE (CPU and CDU)

Vibration Testing, Unit Packed: Complies with MIL-STD-202F. Complies with method 2 of ASTM D999.
Drop Test: Complies with ASTM D775.
Stack Height Test: Complies with ASTM D999.

66 • Technical Information Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX

Shipping Instructions

Use the following procedure when returning a unit to the factory:

1. Call or write Vicon for a Return Authorization (R.A.) at one of the locations listed below. Record the name

of the Vicon employee who issued the R.A.

Vicon Industries Inc.
89 Arkay Drive
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Phone: 631-952-CCTV (2288); Toll-Free: 1-800-645-9116; Fax: 631-951-CCTV (2288)

For service or returns from countries in Europe, contact:
Vicon Industries Ltd

Brunel Way
Fareham, PO15 5TX
United Kingdom
Phone: [phone]; Fax: [phone]

2. Attach a sheet of paper to the unit with the following information:

a. Name and address of the company returning the unit
b. Name of the Vicon employee who issued the R.A.
c. R. A. number
d. Brief description of the installation
e. Complete description of the problem and circumstances under which it occurs
f. Unit’s original date of purchase, if still under warranty

3. Pack the unit carefully. Use the original shipping carton or its equivalent for maximum protection.

4. Mark the R.A. number on the outside of the carton on the shipping label.

Pilot Ultra XX189-00-XX Sh ipping Instructions • 67

Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty

Vicon Industries Inc. (the “Company”) warrants your equipment to be free from defects in material
and workmanship under Normal Use from the date of original retail purchase for a period of three
years, with the following exceptions:

1. VCRs, all models: Labor and video heads warranted for 120 days from date of original
retail purchase. All other parts warranted for one year from date of original retail
purchase.

2. Video monitor CRT (cathode ray tube) and LCD monitors, all models: One year from date
of original retail purchase.

3. Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Two years from date of original retail purchase.

4. VDR-304, VDR-308 and VDR-316 Recorder Series: One year from date of original retail
purchase.

5. V5616MUX: One year from date of original retail purchase.

6. S10-CH: 18 months rom date of original retail purchase.

5. Normal Use excludes prolonged use of lens and pan-and-tilt motors, gear heads, and
gears due to continuous use of “autopan” or “tour” modes of operation. Such continuous
operation is outside the scope of this warranty.

Date of retail purchase is the date original end-user takes possession of the equipment, or, at the
sole discretion of the Company, the date the equipment first becomes operational by the original
end-user.

The sole remedy under this Warranty is that defective equipment be repaired or (at the
Company’s option) replaced, at Company repair centers, provided the equipment has been
authorized for return by the Company, and the return shipment is prepaid in accordance with
policy.

The Company will not be obligated to repair or replace equipment showing abuse or damage, or
to parts which in the judgment of the Company are not defective, or any equipment which may
have been tampered with, altered, misused, or been subject to unauthorized repair.

Software supplied either separately or in hardware is furnished on an “As Is” basis. Vicon
does not warrant that such software shall be error (bug) free. Software support via
telephone, if provided at no cost, may be discontinued at any time without notice at
Vicon’s sole discretion. Vicon reserves the right to make changes to its software in any of
its products at any time and without notice.

This Warranty is in lieu of all other conditions and warranties express or implied as to the
Goods, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness and the remedy specified in
this Warranty is in lieu of all other remedies available to the Purchaser.

No one is authorized to assume any liability on behalf of the Company, or impose any obligations
on it in connection with the sale of any Goods, other than that which is specified above. In no
event will the Company be liable for indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or other
damages, whether arising from interrupted equipment operation, loss of data, replacement of
equipment or software, costs or repairs undertaken by the Purchaser, or other causes.

This warranty applies to all sales made by the Company or its dealers and shall be governed by
the laws of New York State without regard to its conflict of laws principles. This Warranty shall be
enforceable against the Company only in the courts located in the State of New York.

The form of this Warranty is effective May 14, 2008.

THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY APPLY ONLY TO SALES MADE WHILE THIS
WARRANTY IS IN EFFECT. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE OF NO EFFECT IF AT THE TIME
OF SALE A DIFFERENT WARRANTY IS POSTED ON THE COMPANY’S WEBSITE,
WWW.VICON-CCTV.COM. IN THAT EVENT, THE TERMS OF THE POSTED WARRANTY
SHALL APPLY EXCLUSIVELY.

Vicon Industries Inc.

Corporate Headquarters

89 Arkay Drive

Hauppauge, New York 11788

631-952-CCTV (2288) 800-645-9116

Fax: 631-951-CCTV (2288)

Vicon Europe
Headquarters

Brunel Way

Fareham, PO15 5TX

United Kingdom

[phone]

Fax: [phone]

Germany

vin-videotronic infosystems gmbh

Lahnstrasse 1

D-24539 Neumuenster

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Far East Office

Unit 5, 17/F, Metropole Square

2 On Yiu Street, Shatin

New Territories,

Hong Kong

(852) 2145-7118

Fax: [phone]

Internet Address: www.vicon-cctv.com