Honeywell VideoBloX User Manual page 2

The Ultimate in Matrix Switching
and Control
Key Features
• VideoBlox is a full featured, high
capacity, video and audio matrix
switcher that has been proven to be
easy to install, easy to configure and
easy to operate.
• VideoBloX has a high density, compact
design, occupying a smaller rack space
than competitive systems. Fewer
interconnects are required, thus saving
• Modular "Plug and Play", hot swappable
material and labour costs.
modules decrease maintenance down time.
• Video and Audio switching co-exist
• Diagnostic Mode is presented on local
in the same chassis, saving space
monitor and controlled by switches on
and reducing installation complexity.
the CPU. Multiple pages of diagnostic
• VideoBloX is expandable – up to 16,000
information and real time status are
Video Inputs and 2,000 Video Outputs
presented for ease of trouble-shooting.
can be achieved by interconnecting
• Powerful Sequence Engine with 1024
multiple chassis.
Sequences each of 25 steps enables
• VideoBloX provides simple interface
VideoBloX to perform versatile and
for Access Control, Intrusion Alarm
custom Event/Action programmes in
and Programmable Logic Control.
response to Alarm Trigger, Scheduled
Event or Manual Command.
• Dual Power supplies and Dual CPU
options provide a secure and consistent
• Quick Keys allow for the selection
environment.
of Camera Groups and step-through
scenes. Quick Keys can also be custom
programmed for other functions.
Expanded Matrix Switchers
• Designed for expandability, users may
create systems with up to 16,000
inputs and 2,000 outputs
Integrates Complete Control of Analogue and Digital Video Systems
by interconnecting multiple racks.
from a Control Keyboard or GUI Workstation
32 Way twisted ribbon cables
VideoBloX Lite
allow for simple, high density
For cost effective smaller systems,
interconnections.
with a maximum size of 96 inputs and
• Multiple VideoBloX matrices may
eight titled outputs, VideoBloX Lite
be interconnected to form a network,
provides a powerful, control and
allowing remote monitoring of video
monitoring solution, featuring the full
and audio as well as control of remote
power of VideoBloX. The VideoCFG
PTZ/Domes/VCR/MUX/DVR etc.
configuration program is compatible
with VideoBloX Lite, simplifying future
Chassis
Modules Size Maximum Size expansion.
2U 3 32 into 8
VideoBloX Lite systems may be
4U 7 80 into 16
networked and form smaller satellite
or 64 into 32
nodes on a large VideoBloX network.
8U 15 192 into 32
or 160 into 64
Using VideoBloX Lite, a 32 into eight
12U 23 320 into 32
matrix switcher fits into a 2U chassis.
or 288 into 64
• Alarm Concentrators (I 2 C) may be
installed remotely allowing for flexibility in
design of Input and Output control.
• "Virtual ToolBox" of Protocol Interface
Translators provides simple interfacing
to other manufacturers components
(Domes, PTZ, VCR and Multiplexers).
• Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides
simple and intuitive operator interface, map
driven with real time control and display.
VideoBloX is a full featured, high capacity video
and audio matrix switcher that has been
proven to be easy to install, easy to configure
and easy to operate.
Rear Termination Panels
A range of rear termination panels are
available to provide maximum flexibility.
These panels contain no components
except for connectors. In the event of a
failure, the front mounted module may be
hot swapped. Chassis may be ordered,
pre-configured with additional termination
panels to simplify future expansion.
Programmable Control
The PCK may also be used stand-alone,
for direct control of all equipment.
• Products are installed on every continent,
with installations in over 17 countries
• All products have limited built-in over
voltage protection on all inputs and outputs
• All products are built in-house with 100%
control of quality
• Manufacturing utilises the latest
in surface mount technology
• Manufacturing facility is ISO9002 certified
• Systems are:
– Installer friendly – easy to install/
configure / maintain
15 metre cable
HVBCAB0003
– User friendly – easy to use
– Management friendly – full audit
reports on system operation
PIT set to Dome
manuf actur er Aís
proto col
manufacturer A
protocol
Dome
Camera
Additional items only required if
outside the box are include in a
Keyboard
The PCK family offers full desktop control of
VideoBloX matrix switchers. The PCK is
available in various configurations to meet
most requirements.
• Full control of VideoBloX matrix switching
• Control of PTZ/dome telemetry
• Control of VCRs, multiplexers and other
CCTV peripherals
• Function keys for group selection or
sequence initiation
• Twist – zoom joystick option available
• Audio option available
• High brightness alphanumeric display
• Positive action keys – no membranes
To PC
HVBCAB0004
(3 metre RS232 DB9F-F cable
to PC only required during installation & setup )
Vi deoBloX Chassis
4U chassis size
HVBCAB0002 (3 metre
RS422 cable DB9M-M)
choice of camera inputs
Master Port
32x8
48x8
64x8
80x8
96x8
HVB422C4
Slave Port
(422COMBO)
To optional PIT modules for additional
dome protocols, or additional data
splitters, note not included in pre-
configured lite systems. Consult sales
on specific configurations
HVBCAB0003
15 metre cable
(15 metre cable
HVBCAB0003 RS422 DB9M-M)
PIT set to Dome Not used unless
manuf actur er Bís
additional
protocol
expansion is
translates native VideoBloX commands
required
HVBPIT44 HVBPIT44
15 metre cable
HVBCAB0003
Dome Dome
PIT set to Honeywell
manufacturer B Telemetry cables and from PIT to dome
VCL Protocol
protocol are site specific, and not included
Dome Dome Dome
Camera Camera Camera
Twisted pair RS422 telemetry signals
Honeywell
Micros pheres
necessary, all other items
Dome Dome Dome
pre-configur ed lite sys tem
Camera Camera Camera
Video signal cables from dome cameras back to
VideoBloX chassis not shown
CCTV Monitor (not included)
HVBPCKZ
(KEYBOARD)
RS422 PIT Protocol converter,
to specific dome manufacturers
telemetry protocol
HVBPIT44
Dome Dome
Camera Camera