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Hybrid Solution Components
A Cisco hybrid solution is an ideal upgrade for organizations that use video matrix switches. With
minimum affect on the existing system, a hybrid solution can add digital recording and instant
retrieval features, improving system and operator efficiency. The recording systems are the only
components that are replaced. The matrix switch, video cameras, and keyboards remain.
Figure 6 shows a complete hybrid solution that is integrated with a third-party matrix switch.
Figure 6.
Cisco Hybrid Design
In this design, an Integrated Services Platform (ISP) records video streams and performs digital
playback operations that are requested by an operator. The Cisco system integrates with the third-
party matrix switches and keyboards that are listed in Table 6 and Table 7 on Page 4-1.
In a hybrid solution, the following Cisco components are introduced to perform digital recording and
retrieval:
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Cisco ISP. This device performs digital recording and playback of video streams. The Cisco
Video Surveillance Stream Manager Software that runs on the ISP supports a modular
deployment and provides features for high-availability and system expansion.
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Cisco data converter. A Cisco data converter is required to integrate some matrix switches
with the Cisco hybrid solution. The data converter converts serial signals between RS-232
and RS-485/RS-422. Cisco offers several data converter models to match various third-
party matrix switches. A data converter is required for each keyboard that needs access to
playback features.
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Cisco hybrid decoders. The hybrid decoder accepts digital recorded video from an ISP and
decodes it into analog video, which is passed to the matrix switches. The hybrid decoder
connects to a dedicated analog video input port on the matrix switch. The number of hybrid
decoders in a solution should match the number of keyboards that require simultaneous
playback functionality. Note that the hybrid decoder is a different product than the IP
gateway decoder.
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Cisco Stream Manager Client Viewing Module. This PC-based application may be used to
display live or recorded video streams from the ISP.
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