Operating instructions

2 Recorder Controller/Interface Installation Instructions 8000-1828-01, Rev. B
Equipment Description
The following devices and peripherals are available to
support integrated switching system and video recorder
control (see Drawing 1, page 3 for details).
AD100XA Recorder Controller
The AD100XA is the central processor of a recorder
interface network. A single AD100XA is required for an
entire network. The front side of the AD100XA has a
DB9F connector for RS232 communication. Note: the
connector to the right of the DB9F is not used. The rear
side has a detachable four-position screw terminal
connector that accommodates two power terminals and
A and B terminals for RS485 communication.
Additionally, the rear side has an infrared receive data
sensor for learning IR commands. The top of the
AD100XA contains LEDs for Status, Communications,
and Learn IR activity. Each recorder controller is
supplied with a transformer to power the unit.
The recorder controller enables the programming of the
network’s interface modules (AD100IR16, AD100RL8,
and AD100RS8). Communication between the
controller and interface modules is enabled through the
RS485 protocol. Up to 128 interface modules can be
connected to the controller in a daisy chain
configuration (see Drawing 2, page 5). Note: for each
group of 24 interface modules, an RS485 Repeater
available from other manufacturers is required to drive
the signal to additional units.
AD100 Interface Modules
AD100RL8 Resistive Ladder Module
The AD100RL8 is used to control up to 1024
compatible video recorders via a resistive ladder
network. Up to eight recorders can be controlled with a
single AD100RL8 unit. Each recorder is connected to
one of eight jacks on the interface module via an
AD100RLW resistive ladder cable. (see Drawing 1,
page 3). Note: depending on the make and model of
recorder used, a sub-miniature phone plug may be
required to connect the AD100RLW to the recorder.
AD100RS8 RS-232 Interface Module
The AD100RS8 is used to control up to 1024
compatible video recorders via the RS-232
communications protocol. Up to eight recorders can be
controlled with a single AD100RS8 unit. Each recorder
is connected to the interface module via an AD100RSC
serial cable. (see Drawing 1, page 3). The cable’s RJ-11
plug connects to one of eight jacks on the interface
module
AD100IR16 Infrared Interface Module
The AD100IR16 Interface Module is used to control up
to 2048 compatible video recorders via infrared (IR)
commands. Up to 16 recorders can be controlled with a
single AD100IR16 unit. Each recorder is connected to
the interface module via an AD100IRE IR emitter cable
(see Drawing 1, page 3). The cable’s mini-plug
connects to one of 16 jacks on the interface module.
The plastic shell on the cable’s other end adheres to the
IR sensor on the front of the recorder.
Note: Care must be taken when installing the AD100
interface cables to avoid damage or disconnection of
the cables. Depending on site requirements, cable
management brackets can be used for appropriate
installation of AD100 interface cables.
Controller to Interface Module Communications
Each of the three available interface modules
communicates with the Recorder Controller and other
interface modules via 2-wire, RS-485 communications
protocol set at 9600 Baud.
Additional Interface Module Components
Each of the three available interface modules contains a
detachable, four-position screw terminal connector that
accommodates two power terminals and A and B
terminals for RS-485 communications.
Each module contains a 3/8” diameter hole giving
access to a push button Addressing Switch. The top of
each module contains two LEDs for Power and
Communications indications.
RIU Recorder Interface Utility
In order to implement the programming of the interface
modules, each Recorder Controller is supplied with a
diskette containing the Recorder Interface Utility (RIU)
software.
The RIU utility sets the addresses of the interface
modules, and maps the interface modules to specific
video recorders. Several default recorders featuring
widely used makes and models are provided in the
mapping software. Additionally, the utility enables the
recorder controller to learn a set of basic IR commands
for IR video recorders other than the default models.
Once the recorder controller and interface modules have
been programmed using the RIU utility and an IBM
compatible PC, the recorder controller is then connected
to the Peripheral Interface Port (PIP) of the matrix
system CPU. When appropriately configured, the PIP
will transmit recorder control commands to the system
recorders.
For information on configuring the AD1024 or
MegaPower 48 Peripheral Interface Port, refer to
AD1024 S3 System Setup Software Installation &
Operating Manual, PN 8000-1821-01, AD1024 CPU
System Programming & Operating Instructions, PN
8000-1813-01, or MegaPower 48 System Programming
& Operating Manual, PN 8000-1804-51.