Vitek VT-KBD1 User Manual

VITEK

• 3-Axis 64 Step Variable-Speed Joystick

• Auto Focus with Manual Override

• Large 1 1/2" x 5 3/16" LCD display

• Control up to 256 Devices including Xpress Domes and VITEK Saga Series Digital Video Recorders

• Digital Flip to follow objects (Enable/Disable)

• 3 X 6 Programmable function keys

• Recall 8 Pre-Programmed tours

• Recall up to 248 Preset Positions

• Built-in RS-485/422 half-duplex mode supports up to 64 devices. Simplex mode supports up to 256 devices.

• Real-time Clock

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Xpress Keyboard

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CONTENT VERIFICATION

Prior to installation of the Xpress Series Dome camera, please verify that the packaging contains the following contents:

1. One Xpress Keyboard.

2. One Data Junction Box.

3. This Instruction Manual.

4. Two data cables.

5. One AC Adaptor.

6. One Power Cable.

If any of the contents are missing, please contact the Vitek Customer Help Desk immediately.

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RISK OF ELECTRICK SHOCK WARNING

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT INSERT ANY METALLIC OBJECTS THROUGH THE VENTILATION GRILLS OR OTHER OPENINGS ON THE EQUIPMENT.

CAUTION

EXPLANA TION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS

The lightni ng flash wit h arro whe ad sy mbol, withi n an eq uila teral triangle, is inte nded to alert the u ser to the pr esence of uninsulate d "danger ous voltag e" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of impo r tant o pe rat i ng a n d m ain te na nce (se rvi ci ng ) in str u ctio n in t he literature accompanying the product.

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DISCLAIMER

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions.

• Vitek Industrial Video Products, Inc. reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.

• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without prior written permission of Vitek Industrial Video Products, Inc.

• Vitek makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the Xpress Domes, the software, keyboard joystick controller, personal computers, peripheral devices, or unapproved/unsupported devices.

Trademark Acknowledgements

• Xpress Keyboard is a trademark of Vitek Industrial Video Products, Inc.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks

or trademarks of their respective companies.

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FCC NOTICE

Xpress Keyboard, VT-KBD1 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions;

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. These equipments generate, use and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by on or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help.

Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipments unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipments.

Vitek Industrial Video Products, Inc.

28492 Constellation Road Valencia, CA 91355

Phone: (888) VITEK-70 / (818) 771-0300 Fax: (818) 771-0400

www.vitekcctv.com | Sales@vitekcctv.com

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

This is a Class A apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet Appareil numérique de la Classe A conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Test Sessions

Before you try to record important subjects, we highly recommend that you make several test sessions to ensure that the Xpress Keyboard is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Vitek Industrial Video Products, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of the Xpress keyboard or its accessories.

The Privacy act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. § 552a) Please note that the Xpress keyboard is intended for surveillance use and should never

be used in a manner that invades other people’s privacy or contravenes international or domestic privacy act and its regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the monitoring of individuals, private properties, or commercial properties may contravene legal rights of such individuals even if the images were recorded for personal use.

Warranty Limitations

This equipment’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the Xpress Keyboard is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to Vitek customer help desk.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

z Before using the Xpress Keyboard, please ensure that you read and understand

the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the Xpress Keyboard is operated correctly.

z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you

in the safe and correct operation of the Xpress Keyboard and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to the self, other persons and equipment.

z In this Instruction Manual, the term “Keyboard”, “Joystick”, “equipment” and

“device” refers primarily to the Xpress Keyboard and its accessories such as power supply, data junction box and cables.

WARNING

z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not

expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by the equipment distributor or Vitek customer help desk.

z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes.

Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately remove the power cable from the power outlet. Confirm that smoke and fume emissions have ceased. Please consult the Xpress Keyboard distributor or the closest Vitek customer help desk.

z Stop operating the equipment if a heavy object is dropped or the casing is

damaged. Do not strike or shake. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Please consult the Xpress Keyboard distributor or the closest Vitek customer help desk.

z Do not allow the equipment come into contact with, or become immersed in,

water or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior. The Xpress Keyboard has not been waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that the water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immediately unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult the Xpress Keyboard distributor or the closest Vitek customer help desk.

z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable

substances to clean or maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire. Use a dry cloth on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the device. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the ventilation or the slots on the outer casing over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.

z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. Any of these

actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.

z Do not handle the device or power cord if the hands are wet. Handling it with

wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.

z Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not

expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards.

z The supplied AC power adaptor and power cable are designed for exclusive use

with the Xpress Keyboard. Do not use it with other products or battery. There is a risk of fire and other hazards.

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CAUTION

z Avoid using, placing or st oring the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight

or high temperatures, such as the greenhouse or trunk of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the battery to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the equipment.

z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in such areas

could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.

z Do not operate the Xpress Keyboard beyond its specified temperature, humidity

or power source ratings. Do not use the Xpress Keyboard in an extreme environment such as in high temperature or high humidity. Use the device at temperatures within 41°F - 104°F and humidity below 90 %. The normal operating power source for this device is 12VDC 3 amps.

PREVENTING MALFUNCTION

z Avoid strong magnetic fields. Never place the Xpress Keyboard in close

proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposures to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.

z Avoid condensation related problems. Moving the equipment rapidly between

hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an airtight, re-sealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.

z If condensation forms inside the Xpress Keyboard, stop using the equipment

immediately if you detect condensation. Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the power cord from the power outlet and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.

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I. INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

The Xpress Keyboard is designed to control up to 64 Xpress Dome cameras in duplex control mode, and up to 255 Xpress Dome cameras in simplex control mode. Rollover function buttons allow controlling a variety of external switching devices such as a SAGA series digital video recorder.

Joystick

The joystick controls a camera’s pan, tilt and zoom movements. The pan and tilt

speed’s movement speed varies from 0.1° per second to 90° per second, for a total

of 65 speed steps. With the TURBO function enabled, the maximum speed is 360° per second.

Functions

Store and recall up to 248 Preset, reflecting own view settings, such as zoom,

focus, iris and so on.

Store and recall up to 4 Patterns which comprise of a sequential series of pan,

tilt, zoom and focus movements. Store and recall up to 16 Scans with smooth Vector Scan. Store and recall up to 8 tours, each consisting 64 functions including Preset,

Pattern, Scan and other Tours. Global Preset recalls the Preset of all Xpress Dome cameras. Manual override for focus, iris, and day/night function. Manual override will be reverted back to automatic mode with a slight movement

of the joystick.

System

Two levels of passwords: administrator and user. One master and up to seven additional slave Xpress Keyboards. Digital Video Recorder control, up to 99 units.

Convenience

One Xpress Dome camera settings can be downloaded and saved to transfer

settings to another.

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II. XPRESS KEYBOARD CONTROLLER LAYOUT

1.1 TOP LAYOUT

1 2 5 3 4

7 10 8 9

11 12

14 15

1. ESCAPE Exits from a menu and cancel any changes made.

2. SYSTEM Select the PTZ camera control mode.

3. DVR Select the DVR control mode.

4. LCD DISPLAY Displays information regarding the functions, modes, and menu.

5. JOYSTICK Controls the PTZ camera or navigate through menus.

6. CAMERA Selects a PTZ camera when used in combination with numeric buttons.

7. NUMERIC BUTTONS Selects numeric values of various functions, such as selecting a camera, DVR, Preset, Pattern, Scan and Tour.

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8. MONITOR Displays a single DVR channel in full screen mode when used in combination with numeric buttons.

9. FUNCTION BUTTONS Function buttons provide access to multiple key features of the PTZ camera or DVR.

10. DVR CONTROLS

Toggle between different multichannel display modes of the DVR

Access the DVR menu screen

Rewind

Play / Pause

Fast Forward

Stop

Record

11. PTZ CONTROLS ROW 2

Access the Preset menu Recall Presets

Number +

Access the Tour menu Recall Tours

Deactivated any alarms

Activate Relay Output

Deactivate Relay Output

Select previous PTZ camera

Select next PTZ camera

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12. PTZ CONTROLS ROW 2

Access the Scan menu Recall Scans

Access the Pattern menu Recall Patterns

Activate Home Function

Enter the PTZ menu Enter the Keyboard menu

Control all PTZ cameras functions simultaneously

Activate the secondary functions for various buttons

Executes highlighted functions.

Number +

13. MANUAL IRIS CONTROL Manually adjust the iris of the PTZ camera.

14. MANUAL FOCUS CONTROL Manually adjust the focus of the PTZ camera.

15. TURBO Toggle between Turbo movement and normal movement speed.

1.2 REAR LAYOUT

Data Port 2

Data Port 1

1.3 DIP SWITCHES

The Dip switches are located at the bottom of the Xpress Keyboard.

J1 Connector Reserved

S1 Dip Switches

1. Data Port 1 Termination

2. Reserved

3. Data Port 2 Termination

4. DVR Port Termination

5. Slave Port Termination

6. Reserved

7. Reserved

8. Slave On / Off

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