Features; System Overview - Honeywell VideoBloX User Manual

INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Rev 1.0
The entire system is based on a modular approach allowing for flexibility in configuring
video switching systems to suit a wide variety of applications.
• 4080 video inputs to 2048 video outputs
The configuration of a video surveillance / monitoring control system is highly dependent
on the operational requirements of the system. The modular building block approach
allows for different system configurations to be readily set up to suit differing application
requirements.
Each system must contain at least one VideoBloX chassis. It is possible to interconnect
more than one chassis either at the same location or at different locations with suitable data
and video interlinks between the various racks. The form of interlink is dependent on the
system type and could be hard wired, fiber optics, radio, microwave or other. If there are a
large number of video sources at a location which is remote from the monitoring location,
then it is generally more cost effective to distribute the matrix switching system by locating
a subchassis at the remote site(s). This principle can be repeated for any number of remote
sites.
Generally, all VideoBloX modules have their own on board local power supply units. All
signal lines that run to the field are protected against limited over-voltages. Where any
processing is required, this is done to the greatest possible extent in a distributed manner,
with each module taking care of its own housekeeping. Local supply voltages are
monitored and the module will be reset if the supply falls below the minimum threshold.
Each module has a DIP switch which is used to set the module address and indications
which show the critical system operating parameters (power and communications). A
broad range of diagnostics for each module is provided.
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