485 BUS Add-On Modules
Dedicated Micros have increased their product range which in turn has increased the distance and flexibility for remote operation!
The IR01 Remote IR Receiver allows a Dedicated Micros Digital Video Recorders (including Digital Sprite 2, BX2, or D4) to be controlled from a remote location using the infrared remote control handset.
The IR Receiver is connected to the 485-bus of the DVR and can be located anywhere within the specified distance*; for example a remote Guard House or a Manager Office.
The combination of the remote IR receiver and the IR remote control ensures that full operational control can be achieved at any remote location and ensures that the DM DVR’s and accessories are the right choice for any applications.
*300m with a single junction box.
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The Dedicated Micros 485-bus Junction Box can be used for various applications; designed to extend the distance of 485-bus peripheral equipment, provide conversion from MMJ to standard UTP and supply 12Vdc power ‘up the line’.
Using the 485 junction box extends provides the option to extend the distance that any 485-bus device (remote keyboard, alarm module, etc.) can be located from the main unit. The junction box converts from MMJ to UTP Cat 5 and using an additional power supply the signal is amplified allowing the usual 3 meters (from main unit to device) to be increased.
The junction box can also be utilised as a power break out connector for DM 485-bus devices, taking a 12V supply this can be distributed as required.
The DM 485-bus Junction Box increases the scope for including the Dedicated Micros DVR and multiplexers into a system solution and allows the overall surveillance area to be increased; this is achieved without loss of performance for control.
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The Dedicated Micros 485-bus Alarm Module is compatible with DV-IP product range, DM DVR’s and DM multiplexers*.
The Module offers additional (sixteen) alarm inputs to be included into any installation allowing a true Building Management solution to be achieved. Increasing the alarm inputs already supported on the unit allows any peripheral alarm device to be integrated into the CCTV system and ensures that video evidence is available for any alarm incident.
Connected to the DM video Device via the 485-bus the alarm module can be situated anywhere within a 1.5Km** distance from the main unit.
With the addition of the remote Alarm Module it is possible to increase the performance on the DM video product, for example:
- Enable recording (or increase recording speed) on receipt of an alarm trigger
- Send a camera to a preset position on alarm
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The Dedicated Micros 485-bus Relay Module allows additional relays to be incorporated into installations that utilise the DM DV-IP range*.
Designed to meet the requirements of integrated Building Management solutions the relay module ensures the DM video devices can be used as the heart of the system for control and alarm handling.
Configurable within the DM video device it is possible to determine how the relays will operate; manually intervention to activate the relay or trigger automatically, the relay module is seen as an extension to the on-board relays supported on the DM video devices ensuring the system integration is seamless.
Connecting to the video device via the 485-bus the relay module can be located up to 1.5Km** from the main unit.
*It is also possible to include the Relay Module in DVR installations to indicate the occurrence of VMD; compatible DVR’s include DS2, BX2 and System Sprite.
**An additional power supply is required for extended distances.
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The Wharton Master Clock provides accurate timekeeping; the Dedicated Micros Wharton Clock Interface module allows this time synchronisation to be passed to the DM digital video recorder and multiplexer range • D4, DS2 and BX2.
Taking the time synchronisation from the Wharton Master Clock the DM module transmits this over the 485-bus, supported on all DM DVR’s, and ensures the time information of the live and recorded images on the DVR is correct.
The distinct advantage of including this module means that high security applications can be secure in the knowledge that the video images stored have accurate timing information and therefore give confidence when presenting the recorded video for evidence.
As multiple DM DVR’s can be connected together in single system, the Wharton Clock Interface module becomes even more important in that it now also ensures the multiple DVRs are synchronised together and hold the same timing information. This feature is essential in applications where associated cameras could be connected.
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The introduction of the CCO232 Converter gives scope to installation when deciding where and how the Dedicated Micros multiplexers and DVRs can be monitored and controlled when an Ethernet network is not available.
The Converter takes the 485-bus data of the multiplexer/DVR and converts this into a format that can be transmitted to a remote location using an alternative transmission path, such microwave.
This converter ensures applications that do not have access to an Ethernet network are not just limited to local monitoring and control, it allows the video and data from the DM multiplexer or DVR to be transmitted to a remote location and offer remote viewing and control to be achieved.
The Converter receives the RS232 data from the remote keyboard and converts this back to the 485-bus protocol to be passed to the DM multiplexer or DVR, which will then action the Operator commands.
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The CC01 485-bus adapter can be integrated into existing or new analogue multiplexer installation to enhance the functionality that can be achieved.
There are two specific operations that including the 485-bus adapter will allow the system to achieve; integration of 3rd party controllers and remote e-support.
Remote e-support
The 485 bus adapter was originally designed to allow remote access to the Dedicated Micros range of analogue multiplexers - Uniplex Series 1 and 2, DX Pro and Classic Sprite. Using the e-support software application opens the communication path between the PC and the DM multiplexer via a 56K Modem.
This configuration would then provide:
- Remote download of the multiplexer configuration files - The configuration files could then be edited and uploaded back onto the unit
- Support for accessing and downloading live video images - Video from the any of the cameras on the multiplexer can be accessed and downloaded as a video ‘snapshot’ to allow remote diagnostics to be achieved on the video performance
- System Integration - With the introduction of 3rd Party controllers the 485-bus adapter function has evolved to offer integration between the Controllers and the Dedicated Micros analogue range of multiplexers
Supporting the Machine Control Interface (MCI) commands for the DM Multiplexers the 485-bus adapter can now also be the interface between the 3rd party front end GUI (Graphical User Interface) or the hardware controller and the DM multiplexer
This ensures that access and control of the main functions supported on the DM Multiplexer can be interrogated by the Controller.
These applications demonstrate the flexibility and the potential of the DM 485-bus adapter.
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