Operator`s manual

About the AD2088 Keyboard Controller
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Chapter 1: About the AD2088 Keyboard Controller
This chapter describes the features of the AD2088 keyboard. It also describes the location and
function of the keyboard's front panel components.
AD2088 Features
The AD2088 is a video control station that is fully compatible with the Sensormatic MegaPower
48, AD168, and AD1024 matrix switcher/controller systems. The AD2088 enables the user to
view and control cameras and video recorders at local and remote facilities, and to control
auxiliary devices such as door locks and lights. Additionally, the operator can acknowledge alarms
with the unit. The aforementioned functions are accomplished in the keyboard’s Operate Mode.
Operators with key privileges can also perform programming functions with the AD2088. These
functions include programming of presets (targets), patterns, scratch-pad tours, and macros.
Macros are user programmed functions made up of as many as 21 keystrokes that are executed
with a single keystroke. Operators can also arm and disarm monitors for display of system alarms.
These functions are accomplished in the Program Mode.
Menu programming enables operators to set up the parameters of American Dynamics switching
systems. System setup is accomplished in the Menu Mode.
A summary listing of AD2088 features follows:
• site ID - selects a site for satellite switching
• monitor/camera selection - provides selection for viewing and control
• pan/tilt and lens control - pan, tilt, and zoom control through joystick positioning. Focus and
iris adjustments through lens control keys
• video recorder control and operation – enables selection of video recorders and execution of
the following functions: Play, Stop, Fast-Forward, Rewind, Record, Pause, and Eject
• macro key programming and operation – up to 1000 macros divided among eight macro keys
enable multi-step operation with a single keystroke
• joystick “Flip” push-button - enables user to flip cameras 180º from established position
• tour functions - enables programming, running, and control of camera sequences
• salvo functions - enables programming and simultaneous callup of multiple camera scenes
• alarm functions - supports monitor alarm arming, disarming, and alarm acknowledgment
• pattern and preset functions - enables programming and display of patterns and presets (shots)
• selectable baud rate - 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19,200, 38,400 bps (1200 default)
• selectable LED brightness - enables eight different brightness levels
• selectable speaker volume - enables eight different volume levels
• auto focus/auto iris capability - supported when used with DeltaDome units