DVS Series Desktop Video Switchers Installation and Operating Manual Please read these instructions before installing your equipment
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual IMPORTANT The first few pages of these instructions contain important information on safety and product conformity. Please read, and ensure that you understand this information before continuing.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series CONTENTS Product Safety ........................................................................................................ 4 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) .................................................................. 4 Manufacturers Declaration of Conformance ...................................................... 4 Unpacking ...............................................................................................................
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual PRODUCT SAFETY Please follow these instructions as you install the equipment and keep them for future use. If you have any problems, contact Baxall Limited. Installation is only to be carried out by competent, qualified and experienced personnel. Wire in accordance with the country of installations National Wiring regulations. Failure to do so can result in death or injury by electric shock.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series OVERVIEW This manual describes the installation and operation of the following DVS Series Desktop Video Switchers: Product Inputs Outputs Alarms DVS14 4 1 No DVS18 8 1 No DVS24A 4 2 Yes DVS28A 8 2 Yes The products in the DVS Series have a number of common features: Easy setup using on-screen menus. Simple controls and indicators. Manual selection of cameras.
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual OVERVIEW DVS24A and DVS28A The DVS24A can be connected to four camera inputs whilst the DVS28A can be connected to eight. They can also be connected to a second monitor. Like the main monitor, the second monitor can be used to show images from each of the camera inputs, and can be set to run automatic camera sequences. In a sequence on the second monitor, a global dwell time applies to all cameras and this can be adjusted if required.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Power Connector Video Inputs Power supply cable strain relief point Video Output DVS14 Power Connector Video Inputs Power supply cable strain relief point Video Output DVS18 Alarm I/O Connector Power Connector Video Inputs Video Outputs Power supply cable strain relief point DVS24A Alarm I/O Connector Power Connector Video Inputs Video Outputs Power supply cable strain relief point DVS28A Figure 3 - Rear Panel Connecti
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual CONNECTING THE SWITCHER To connect a DVS Series Desktop Video Switcher, follow the instructions below, using the figures on page 7 as a guide: 1. Ensure that all the video connections from the cameras and monitors are made using coaxial cable terminated by a 75W BNC connector. Note: The switcher is not intended for loop through. Video inputs requiring loop through should be unterminated at the peripheral device, as 75ohm termination is provided by the switcher.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series ALARM I/O CONNECTOR The Alarm I/O Connector is a 15 way D-type connector located on the rear panel of the DVS24A and DVS28A. It allows the connection of both alarm inputs and alarm outputs to the switcher. Alarm Inputs Each alarm input can be connected to the normally-open contact of devices such as pressure pads, passive infrared detectors, or smoke detectors etc. The alarm will be triggered when the external contact closes.
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual DVS14 AND DVS18 OPERATION On the front panel of the DVS14 and DVS18 Desktop Video Switchers is a numbered button corresponding to each camera input, and a button labelled Auto.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series DVS24A AND DVS28A OPERATION On the front panel of the DVS24A and DVS28A Desktop Video Switchers is a numbered button corresponding to each camera input, a button labelled Auto and a button labelled Spot.
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual DVS24A AND DVS28A OPERATION When operating in Auto mode, the unit displays each camera input for a specific period of time before displaying the image from the next camera and so on. This period of time is known as the dwell time and when the sequence is being shown on the Main monitor, it can be adjusted for each camera individually using the on-screen menu system.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series THE ON-SCREEN MENU SYSTEM The DVS Series Desktop Video Switchers utilise an on-screen menu system to facilitate setup and adjustment. To enter the menu system, hold down the Number 1 and Auto buttons together until a menu appears on the main monitor.
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual SETUP MENU The Setup menu is displayed when the menu system is entered: SETUP KEY LOCK TITLES DWELL DEFAULTS ALARMS EXIT SETUP OFF Ver x.x KEY LOCK TITLES DWELL DEFAULTS EXIT OFF Ver x.x (For the DVS24A and DVS28A) (For the DVS14 and DVS18) Figure 10 - Setup Menu Key Lock Select this option to turn the keyboard lock function ON and OFF. If the keyboard is locked, an operator will be unable to switch from camera to camera or change modes.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series TITLES SUB-MENU The Titles sub-menu is used to edit the title for each camera input that is connected to the switcher.
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual DWELL SUB-MENU The Dwell sub-menu is used to specify the dwell time for each individual camera input when a sequence is performed on the main monitor. If the switcher is a DVS24A or DVS28A, this sub-menu is also used to set the global dwell time, which is applied to every camera input in a sequence on the second monitor (also called the spot monitor).
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series ALARMS SUB-MENU The Alarms sub-menu is only available on the DVS24A and DVS28A switchers. This submenu is used to specify various options and settings concerning any alarm inputs that are connected to the switcher. ALARMS MODE MULTIPLE CLEARED OUTPUT EXIT TRANS HOLD HOLD CONT Figure 13 - Alarms Sub-Menu (For the DVS24A and DVS28A) MODE This item is used to specify the mode in which the alarm inputs will work.
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual ALARMS SUB-MENU CLEARED This item is used to specify what is shown on the main monitor once all alarm inputs are cleared. The options available are: Hold Images from the alarmed camera input will continue to be shown on the main monitor. Return The switcher will return the main monitor to the camera that was being shown before the alarm was activated.
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS A DVS Series Desktop Video Switcher can be permanently fixed to a suitable desktop or other worksurface. Referring to the diagram below: 1. Using the supplied template (on page 21 of this manual), drill three holes suitable for No. 6 round head woodscrews. 2. Fit screw A leaving it protruding from the surface by approximately 6.5mm. 3. Locate the keyhole shaped slot (on the underside of the DVS unit) over the head of the screw.
DVS Series Installation and Operating Manual SPECIFICATIONS Inputs and Outputs DVS14: 4 video inputs, 1 video output (5 buttons) DVS18: 8 video inputs, 1 video output (9 buttons) DVS24A: 4 video inputs, 2 video outputs (6 buttons) DVS28A: 8 video inputs, 2 video outputs (10 buttons) Power Supply 230V AC +/-10% 50Hz 6W This product should only be used with the supplied +12V DC power supply (Baxall Reference PSU11 or PSU14) Video Signals All video 1V pk-pk composite video via 75W coaxial cab
Installation and Operating Manual DVS Series Max. Hole Size 3.8mm Ø 95mm 75.5mm Max. Hole Size 3.8mm Ø 75.5mm Max. Hole Size 3.8mm Ø ORIGINAL SCALE = 1:1 It is imperative that the dimensions on the supplied template are checked to ensure that the diagram has not been re-scaled by printing or copying.
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