Ste-1200 Cctv Security Tester

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99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 Phone 781-665-1400 Toll Free 1-800-517-8431 Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester Operation Manual Trilithic Company Profile Trilithic is a privately held manufacturer founded in 1986 as an engineering and assembly company that built and designed customer-directed products for telecommunications, military and industrial customers. From its modest beginnings as a two-man engineering team, Trilithic grew over the years and broadened its offerings of RF and microwave components by adding broadband solutions to its product line. This was accomplished with the acquisition of components manufacturer Cir-Q-Tel and instruments manufacturer Texscan. Today, Trilithic is an industry leader providing telecommunications solutions for major broadband, RF, and microwave markets around the world. As an ISO 9000:2001 certified company with over 40 years of collective expertise in engineering and custom assembly, Trilithic is dedicated to providing quality products, services, and communications solutions that exceed customer expectations. Trilithic is comprised of five major divisions: • Broadband Instruments and Systems Offers test, analysis, and quality management solutions for the major cable television systems worldwide. • RF Microwave Components Provides components and custom subsystems for companies specializing in cellular, military, and other wireless applications. • Emergency Alert Systems Leading supplier of government-mandated emergency alert systems used by broadcast TV, cable TV, IPTV, DBS, and radio stations. • XFTP Offers a specialty line of field technical products for cable operators and technicians, as well as a line of products for installing electronics in the home of the future. • Network Services Provides network data management and support services to safeguard and protect your network and data by employing certified, experienced, and dedicated network engineers. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 1 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 2 Table of Contents 1. General Informaiton .......................................................................... 5 Helpful Website ................................................................................. 5 Where to Get Technical Support ........................................................ 5 How this Manual is Organized ........................................................... 6 Conventions Used in this Manual ....................................................... 6 Precautions ....................................................................................... 7 2. Introduction ........................................................................................ 9 Overview ............................................................................................ 9 Features ............................................................................................ 9 Included Items ................................................................................. 10 Front Panel ...................................................................................... 11 Status Indicators ....................................................................... 12 Key Pad .................................................................................... 12 Inputs & Outputs ............................................................................. 15 Top View ................................................................................... 15 Right Side View ......................................................................... 15 Left Side View ........................................................................... 16 Battery Charging .............................................................................. 17 Battery Replacement ....................................................................... 18 3. Operation ......................................................................................... 19 Getting Started ................................................................................ 19 Device Settings ................................................................................ 20 Display Settings .............................................................................. 21 Connection Diagram ........................................................................ 22 PTZ Controller Mode ........................................................................ 23 Required Connections ............................................................... 23 PTZ Communication Settings .................................................... 24 Controls .................................................................................... 26 Preset Functions ....................................................................... 27 Using Camera Power Source ..................................................... 29 Audio Listening Mode ...................................................................... 29 Colorbar Generator Mode ................................................................. 30 Data Monitor Mode .......................................................................... 31 Required Connections ............................................................... 32 Data Monitor Connection Settings ............................................. 32 STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 3 Address Search Mode ..................................................................... 33 Required Connections ............................................................... 33 Enable Address Search ............................................................. 34 Search Settings ........................................................................ 34 Searching for Cameras .............................................................. 36 Cable Tester Mode ........................................................................... 37 4. Specifications .................................................................................. 39 Warranty Information ........................................................................ 40 STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 4 How this Manual is Organized This manual is divided into the following chapters: • Chapter 1, “General Information” provides Trilithic contact information and describes how this Operation Manual is structured. • Chapter 2, “Introduction” introduces the equipment and features of the STE-1200. • Chapter 3, “Operation” describes how to use the features of STE-1200. • Chapter 4, “Specifications” shows the technical specifications of the STE-1200. Conventions Used in this Manual This manual has several standard conventions for presenting information. • Connections, menus, menu options, and user-entered text and commands appear in bold. • Section names, Web, and e-mail addresses appear in italics. A NOTE is information that will be of assistance to you related to the current step or procedure. A CAUTION alerts you to any condition that could cause a mechanical failure or potential loss of data. A WARNING alerts you to any condition that could cause personal injury. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 6 Precautions The battery MUST be charged with the AC to DC power adapter and battery charger provided with the STE-1200. Using any other adapter/charger may damage the battery. Do not use the STE-1200 in wet conditions or outside during electrical storms and disconnect all cable if the unit becomes wet. Do not use the STE-1200 in a hazardous location or close to flammable substances. Do not use the STE-1200 in any manner not recommended by the manufacturer. During transport and operation use care when handling, take care to avoid severe impact or vibration that can damage the internal components of the unit. The operation of the STE-1200 may be affected when in a strong electromagnetic field. Do not use chemicals to clean the unit, only use a clean dry cloth to remove dust and dirt. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 7 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 8 Chapter 2 2. Introduction Overview The STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester is used for the installation and maintenance of closed circuit video monitoring systems. The unit can be used to display video feeds directly from security cameras, control the movement of Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) cameras, generate colorbar test images, capture addressing data from serial control systems, and test LAN cables. These functions along with easy operation and portability makes it simple for a CCTV Technician to install and maintain CCTV systems, improving work efficiency by reducing time in the field. Features The STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester includes the following features: • 3.5 Inch TFT LCD, 960 x 240 Resolution • 12 VDC, 1A power output for camera • Audio input testing • Supports Pan-Tilt-Zoom control for more than twenty PTZ protocols. This feature will command PTZ security cameras to zoom in/out, adjust focus/aperture, and set/call preset positions • Automatically adapts and displays video from NTSC or PAL cameras. • Adjustable LCD Brightness, Contrast, and Color Saturation. • PAL or NTSC multi-system colorbar video generator • Captures and analyzes RS232 and RS485 controlling data • Performs LAN cable testing, measurement of the connection status (straight, cross-over, short, open), and displays the sequence of connection and the address of the connected LAN cable tester. • Supports RS232, RS485 and RS422 testing with a baud rate ranging from 150 to 19,200 bps. • Li-Ion polymer battery which can last up to 12 hours during normal operation with a charge time of only for 4 hours. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 9 Included Items The STE-1200 is supplied with the following components: • STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester • Protective carrying case • Strap for carrying case • Device neck lanyard • Blue rubber protective bumper • LAN cable tester • BNC Male to BNC Male cable • RS485 terminal block (2 position) • Alligator clip to RS485 terminal block (2 position) cable • Alligator clip to mini-jack (1/8” TRS) cable • 12 VDC, 1 A ouput power cable for camera power • 3.7 V, 3000 mAh Li-Ion battery • AC to DC power adapter and battery charger • Printed operation manual STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 10 Front Panel RS485 Port & Video Input/Output located on top side of device Status Indicators Display Screen UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) Test Port & Power Input\Output located on left side of device Key Pad Audio Input Port, Speaker & RS232/RS422 Port located on right side of device STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 11 Status Indicators The status indicator area of the device is located above the display screen and alerts the user to important information about the status of the unit. See below for more detailed information on the meaning of each status indicator. The Battery Charge Indicator will illuminate red when the battery is being charged. When the battery is 90% charged the indicator will automatically turn off. + R The Data Reception Indicator will illuminate red when data is being received via the UTP Test, RS232/RS422, or RS485 ports. T The Data Transmission Indicator will illuminate red when data is being transmitted via the UTP Test, RS232/ RS422, or RS485 ports. The Power Indicator will briefly illuminate green when the device is powered on and will illuminate constantly when the device is connected to an AC power source via the power adapter. Key Pad POWER Press the POWER button for more than two (2) seconds to turn the unit on or off. When the unit is operating in PTZ Controller mode, press and release this button to hide or show the control menu. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 12 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com Press the MODE button to go to the Main menu. Continue to press this button to cycle through the operation mode choices on the Main menu. MODE Press the SET button to view and/or change the settings of the current operation mode. This button will allow you to change the settings of the PTZ Controller, Data Monitor, and Address Search modes. SET Focus Control FAR NEAR When in the PTZ Controller mode, the FAR button is used to controls the focus of the camera lens. Use this button to focus on objects in the distance, far away from the camera. When in the PTZ Controller mode, the NEAR button controls the focus of the camera lens. Use this button to focus on objects in the foreground, close to the camera. Zoom Control TELE WIDE When in the PTZ Controller mode, the TELE button controls the zoom of the camera lens to zoom IN. When in the PTZ Controller mode, the WIDE button is used to control the zoom of the camera lens to zoom OUT. Aperature Control Enter OPEN Return CLOSE Press the ENTER-OPEN button to confirm setting changes or when in the PTZ Controller mode use this button to open the lens aperature. Press the RETURN-CLOSE button to cancel setting changes or when in the PTZ Controller mode use this button to close the lens aperature. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 13 Up & Down Buttons When in the PTZ Controller mode, the UP and DOWN buttons control the tilt of the camera lens. Use these buttons to tilt the camera up or down. These buttons are also used to: • Scroll upward or downward through the setup menu options of the PTZ Controller and Address Search modes. • Adjust the value of the highlighted setup option in the Data Monitor mode. Left & Right Buttons When in the PTZ Controller mode, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons control the pan of the camera lens. Use these buttons to pan the camera left or right. This button is also used to adjust the value of the highlighted setup option in the PTZ Controller and Address Search modes. This button decreases (left) or increases (right) numerical setting values or cycles downward (left) or upward (right) through the list of settings. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 14 Inputs & Outputs Top View 1 2 3 1. Video Input - BNC video input for camera input signal. 2. Video Ouptut - BNC video output for colorbar gernerator signal. 3. RS485 Port - Serial communication interface for RS485 control of pan-tilt-zoom security cameras. Right Side View 1 2 3 1. Internal Speaker - Speaker used for testing via the audio input. 2. Audio Input - Mini-jack (1/8” TRS) audio input for testing external audio sources. 3. RS232/RS422 Port - Serial communication interface for RS232 & RS422 control of pan-tilt-zoom security cameras. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 15 Left Side View 1 2 3 4 1. UTP Test Port - LAN input port used for testing UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) cables with the LAN Tester. 2. Reset Button - Press this button to restore default settings to the unit. 3. Power Ouptut - 12 VDC, 1 A power output used to provide power to security cameras when other power sources are not available. 4. Power Input - 5 VDC power input used to charge the internal battery. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 16 Battery Charging Before charging the battery for the first time, it is recommended that you completely exhaust the power of battery. Once the battery power is completely exhausted, then recharge the unit for four (4) to five (5) hours. To charge the included Li-Ion battery, simply plug the AC to DC power adapter into an AC power source and then connect the adapter to the power input of the STE-1200. The Power Indicator will illuminate green when the device is connected to an AC power source via the power adapter. + will illuminate red when the battery is The Battery Charge Indicator being charged. When the battery is 90% charged the indicator will automatically turn off. When the Battery Charge Indicator turns off, the battery is approximately 90% charged. The charging time can be extended for about 1 hour and an extended charging time of up to 8 hours will not damage the battery. If the unit is acting abnormally or after the battery has been replaced or fully discharged, you will need to press the Reset button on the left side of the unit to retore the device to its initial factory settings. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 17 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com Battery Replacement The STE-1200 CCTV Secrity Tester is powered by an AC power adapter and rechargeable Li-Ion battery. The unit uses a 3.7 V, 3000 mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery mounted in the lower half of the unit enclosure. Although the included rechargeable battery rarely needs replacement under normal usage, it is easily replaced. To replace the battery, perform the following steps. 1. On the lower left side of the unit, remove the battery cover, by depressing the tab at the top of the door and pulling the door outward. 2. Disconnect the battery wiring harness from the unit by gently pulling the wires. 3. Remove the battery by pulling straight out of the unit. If the unit is acting abnormally or after the battery has been replaced or fully discharged, you will need to press the Reset button on the left side of the unit to retore the device to its initial factory settings. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 18 Chapter 3 3. Operation Getting Started Press the POWER button for more than two (2) seconds to turn the STE-1200 unit on or off. Once the unit has turned on, the PTZ Controller menu will appear as shown in the figure to the right. To access any of the operation modes, press the MODE button to view the Main menu. Continue to press this button or the UP and Down arrow buttons to cycle through the operation mode choices on the Main menu. When the STE-1200 is powererd on, it will return to the operation mode that was selected last before the unit was turned off. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 19 Device Settings To adjust your device settings, from the Main menu select the Device Settings menu option. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to cycle through the Device Settings menu and then use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the value of the setup menu options. The following settings can be adjusted: Auto Poweroff: This option will enable the power saving feature of the unit. Select Disable or a 5 to 60 minute delay in 5 minute increments. Prompt Sound: This option will enable or disable the sound that is made by the unit when a button is pressed. Language: This option will allow you to choose between English and Chinese languages. Brightness: This option will allow you to adjust the brightness of the LCD display. Select levels from a minimum of 0 (darkest) to 7 (brightest). Address Search: This option will enable or disable the Address Search feature of the unit. When the Address Search mode is enabled, the PTZ Controller is disabled. Once you have finished making changes, select the accept your changes or select the Return CLOSE Enter OPEN button to button to exit without saving. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 20 Display Settings To adjust the appearance of the display, from the Main menu select the Display Settings menu option. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to cycle through the Display Settings menu and then use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the value of the display settings. The following settings can be adjusted: Brightness: This option will adjust the brightness of the display. Select from -128 to 127 with a default value of 0. Contrast: This option will adjust the contrast of the display. Select from -128 to 127 with a default value of 0. Saturation: This option will adjust the color saturation of the display. Select from -128 to 127 with a default value of 20. Once you have finished making changes, select the accept your changes or select the Return CLOSE Enter OPEN button to button to exit without saving. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 21 Connection Diagram The following diagram shows an example of how the STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester is used to test a CCTV security system. This example shows a typical PTZ camera with video output, PTZ control wiring (RS232/ RS422 or RS485), audio output, and DC power supply. In this example, the security camera is supplied power using the STE-1200 power output. This configuration is common in new installations where power may not be available for testing. In existing installations, the security camera can be powered by the installed power source. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 22 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com PTZ Controller Mode This mode displays the video input image from security cameras. In this mode the user can control the pan, tilt, zoom, and focus controls of PTZ security cameras. Within this mode you can also setup the following control parameters; protocol, communications port, baud rate, address, pan/tilt speed, and preset positions. Required Connections Before using the PTZ Controller mode, you must first make the following connections: 1. The video output of the PTZ camera must be connected to the Video In port of the STE-1200. 2. The control cable of the PTZ camera must be connected to the RS232/RS422 or RS485 port of the STE-1200. 3. If using the RS485 port of the STE-1200: • Connect the Data A+ control cable of the PTZ camera to the Data A+ connector of the RS485 port. • Connect the Data B- control cable of the PTZ camera to the Data B- connector of the RS485 port. Do not connect any control cables to the communication ports of the STE-1200 that contain a circuit voltage higher than 6 VDC. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 23 PTZ Communication Settings To control a PTZ security camera you will first need to set the communication settings of the STE-1200 to match the system in which the camera is in operation. At minimum you will need to know the camera control protocol, communication port, communication speed, and address of the camera you wish to control. To control and view video from a security camera, from the Main menu select the PTZ Controller menu option. From the PTZ Controller menu, press the SET button to view and/ or change the settings of the PTZ Controller operation mode. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to cycle through the PTZ Controller Settings menu and then use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the value of the setting. The following settings can be adjusted: Protocol: Select the control protocol of the PTZ camera you wish to control. Port: Select the port that the STE-1200 will use to control the PTZ camera. Baud: Select the data rate that will be used to communicate with the PTZ camera. Address: Enter the address value of the PTZ camera you wish to control. Pan / Tilt Speed: These settings will allow you to select the pan and tilt speed of the PTZ camera you wish to control. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 24 Setting Value Protocols AD, ALEC, CBC, DAT-SD, DH-YTC06, Fastrax, LC-NEW, LG-MULTIX, Lilin-FAST, Lilin-MLP2, Minking A01, Minking B01, Molynx, Panasonic, PEARMAIN, Pelco D, Pelco P, Samsung, SONY-EVI, Vcltp, Vicon, WV-CS850, YAAN, and YAAN-0 RS232, RS422, RS485 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 0-255 0 to 63 0 to 63 0 to 127 0 to 127 Port Baud Address Pan Speed Tilt Speed Set PS GO PS Once you have finished making changes to the communication settings, press the video display screen. SET button to return to the PTZ Controller Press the POWER button to view the camera video input in full-screen mode without the menu heading. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 25 Controls Focus Control FAR NEAR The FAR button is used to controls the focus of the camera lens. Use this button to focus on objects in the distance, far away from the camera. The NEAR button controls the focus of the camera lens. Use this button to focus on objects in the foreground, close to the camera. Zoom Control TELE WIDE The TELE button controls the zoom of the camera lens to zoom IN. The WIDE button is used to control the zoom of the camera lens to zoom OUT. Aperature Control Enter This button to open the lens aperature. OPEN Return CLOSE This button to close the lens aperature. Up & Down Buttons The UP and DOWN buttons control the tilt of the camera lens. Use these buttons to tilt the camera up or down. Left & Right Buttons The LEFT and RIGHT buttons control the pan of the camera lens. Use these buttons to pan the camera left or right. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 26 Preset Functions The STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester allows you to save and recall camera presets positions. The preset positions are defined by the pan, tilt, zoom, focus, and aperature settings of the camera when the preset was saved to the camera. Saving Presets Perform the following steps to save a camera preset position: 1. Adjust the PTZ Communication Settings to match the camera that you wish to control. 2. Using the PTZ controls, adjust the camera to the desired pan, tilt, zoom, focus, and aperature setting. 3. From the PTZ Controller menu, press the SET button to view the PTZ Settings menu. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to highlight the Set PS option. 4. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the preset position value. 5. Once you have finished making changes, select the Enter OPEN button to accept your changes and return to the PTZ Controller video display screen or select the button to exit without saving. Return CLOSE STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 27 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com Recalling Presets Perform the following steps to recall a camera preset position: 1. Adjust the PTZ Communication Settings to match the camera that you wish to control. 2. From the PTZ Controller menu, press the SET button to view the PTZ Settings menu. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to highlight the Go PS option. 3. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the preset position value. 4. Once you have finished making changes, select the Enter OPEN button to accept your changes and return to the PTZ Controller video display screen or select the button to exit without saving. Return CLOSE 5. The preset position of the camera will now be displayed on the PTZ Controller video display screen. Accessing Funtions of a PTZ Camera Typically PTZ cameras include factory presets to perform advanced configuration of the camera. However, the method and preset address of PTZ cameras vary based on manufacturer and control system. Please consult with the original documentation provided by the system manufacturer for more detailed information. The following is a list of common preset values for some cameras: Preset 33 - Open Auto-Flip Function Preset 34 - Reset Zero Point of PTZ Camera Preset 64 - Enter the Main Menu of the PTZ Camera Preset 95 - Enter the Main Menu of the PTZ Camera or Stop the Pattern Recording Preset 96 - Run Pattern 1 Preset 97 - Run Preset Tour 1 Preset 98 - Run Frame Scan STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 28 Using Camera Power Source The STE-1200 CCTV Cable Tester includes a 12 VDC, 1 A power output for supplying power to security cameras. This configuration is common in new installations where power may not be available for testing. In existing installations, the security camera can be powered by the installed power source. When using the power source, the battery life will be decreased. Be sure to fully charge the battery otherwise testing time may be limited. The output current of the STE-1200 is limited to less than 1 A. If the current draw of the camera is higher than 1 A, the unit will enter into a protective mode. If this happens, simply connect the unit to an AC power source using the included AC to DC power adapter. Never connect any power source to the power output connection of the STE-1200. Otherwise both the unit and power adapter will be damaged. Never connect the power output connection of the STE-1200 to the power input connection of the STE-1200. Otherwise the unit will be damaged. Audio Listening Mode This mode is used to listen to the audio output of a microphone or security camera via the internal speaker of the STE-1200. To listen to an audio source, connect the device to the Audio Input of the STE-1200 using the included alligator clip to mini-jack (1/8” TRS) cable. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 29 Colorbar Generator Mode This mode generates a standard colorbar pattern for testing video monitors, cables, and other display equipment. To use the colorbar generator, from the Main menu select the Colorbar Generator menu option. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to cycle through the colorbar generator settings and then use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the value colorbar generator settings. The following settings can be adjusted: Format: This setting is used to change the colorbar format standard. You can choose from the following formats: PAL - B, D, G, H, I PAL - M PAL - N (Arg.) PAL - N (Non-Arg.) NTSC-M (CCIR601) NTSC-M (Japan) NTSC-M (RS170A) LCD: This setting is used to switch between viewing video from the Video In or Video Out port of the STE-1200. This provides the user with the ability to either view the colorbar generator output signal or the video camera input signal. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 30 Data Monitor Mode This mode is used to capture and analyze RS232 and RS485 control data from external PTZ controllers. From the Main menu select the Data Monitor menu option. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 31 Required Connections Before using the Data Monitor mode, you must first make the following connections: 1. The control cable of the external PTZ controller must be connected to the RS232/RS422 or RS485 port of the STE1200. 2. If using the RS485 port of the STE-1200: • Connect the Data A+ control cable of the external PTZ controller to the Data A+ connector of the RS485 port. • Connect the Data B- control cable of the external PTZ controller to the Data B- connector of the RS485 port. Data Monitor Connection Settings To connect to an external PTZ controller you will first need to adjust the connection settings of the STE-1200 to match the external PTZ controller. At minimum you will need to know the communication port and communication speed. SET From the Data Monitor menu, press the button to toggle between the Data Monitor connection settings and then use the UP or DOWN buttons to change the setting values. The following settings can be adjusted: Port: Select the port that the STE-1200 will use to communicate with the external PTZ controller. Baud: Select the data rate that will be used to communicate with the external PTZ controller. Once you have finished making changes to the communication settings, press the screen. SET button to return to the Data Monitor Once you have sucessfully connected to the external PTZ controller, the controller data will be displayed on the screen when you use the external PTZ controller to send a command to the STE-1200. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 32 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com Address Search Mode If you are unsure of the specific address of a PTZ security camera, you can use the Address Search operation mode to quickly search for the address of the connected camera. This mode is used to search for security cameras within the CCTV system. Within this mode you can adjust the protocol, port, and data rate to match the specification of the connected camera. Required Connections Before using the Address Search mode, you must first make the following connections: 1. The control cable of the PTZ camera must be connected to the RS232/RS422 or RS485 port of the STE-1200. 2. If using the RS485 port of the STE-1200: • Connect the Data A+ control cable of the PTZ camera to the Data A+ connector of the RS485 port. • Connect the Data B- control cable of the PTZ camera to the Data B- connector of the RS485 port. Do not connect any control cables to the communication ports of the STE-1200 that contain a circuit voltage higher than 6 VDC. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 33 Enable Address Search Perform the following steps to enable the Address Search Mode: 1. From the Main menu select the Device Settings menu option. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the Address Search option. 3. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the value of Address Search Option to On. 4. Once you have finished making changes, select the button to accept your changes. Enter OPEN When you power off the device or enter into the PTZ Controller mode, the Address Search setting will always return to Off. Search Settings To search for a PTZ security camera, you will first need to set the search settings of the STE-1200 to match the system in which the camera is in operation. At minimum you will need to know the camera control protocol, communication port, and communication speed. When the Address Search mode is enabled, from the Main menu select the Address Search menu option to search for a security camera. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 34 From the Address Search menu, press the SET button to view and/or change the settings of the Address Search operation mode. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to cycle through the Address Search settings and then use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the value of the setting. The following settings can be adjusted: Protocol: Select the control protocol of the connected PTZ camera. Port: Select the port that the PTZ camera is connected to on the STE-1200. Baud: Select the data rate that will be used to communicate with the PTZ camera. Setting Value Protocols AD, ALEC, CBC, DAT-SD, DH-YTC06, Fastrax, LC-NEW, LG-MULTIX, Lilin-FAST, Lilin-MLP2, Minking A01, Minking B01, Molynx, Panasonic, PEARMAIN, Pelco D, Pelco P, Samsung, SONY-EVI, Vcltp, Vicon, WV-CS850, YAAN, and YAAN-0 RS232, RS422, RS485 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 Port Baud Once you have finished making changes to the address search settings, press the screen. SET button to return to the Address Search STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 35 Searching for Cameras From the Address Search menu, select one of the following buttons to search for a connected camera: 1. Select the FAR button to automatically search upward (255 NEAR button to automatically search downward (0 to 0) or the to 255) through the addresses. 2. Once the correct address has been scanned, the camera will start to rotate to the right. Immediately press any button to stop searching. 3. Select the TELE button to manually search upward (255 to 0) WIDE or the button to manually search downward (0 to 255) through the addresses. 4. Once you have found the correct address, the camera will stop rotating. The address displayed on the screen corresponds to the address of the camera that you found. 5. After finding the address of the camera, use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to adjust the camera back to its original position. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 36 Cable Tester Mode This mode is used with the LAN Tester to test UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) cables for connection status (straight, cross-over, short, open), display the sequence of connection and the address of the connected LAN cable tester. To use the cable tester, connect as shown in the following diagram and from the Main menu select the Cable Tester menu option. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 37 Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 38 Chapter 4 4. Specifications Video: Signal Mode: Display: LCD Adjustment: Video Input: Video Output: Video Output Mode: Signal Generator: PTZ Controller: Communication: PTZ Protocol: Baud Rate: NTSC, PAL - seven system, auto-adapting 3.5 inch digital TFT-LCD, 960 x 240 resolution Brightness, Constrast, Saturation Female BNC Female BNC 1.0 Vp-p PAL or NTSC multi-system colorbar video RS-232, RS-422 (simplex), and RS-485 20 protocols - PELCO-D/P, Samsung, Panasonic, Lilin, Yaan, etc. 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400 4800, 9600, 19200 bps Network Testing & Analysis: Tests: Connection status and ID, cable type, wire sequence, and data Cable Type: Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Status: Serial numbered cable tester Wire Sequences: Straight, cross-over, short, and open Data: Captures and analyzes RS-485 control data Audio Testing: Audio Input: Audio Output: Mini-jack (1/8” TRS) Internal Speaker Power: Battery: Input: Output: Operation Time: Charge Time: 3.7 V, 3000 mAh Li-Ion battery 5 VDC, 2A 12 VDC, 1A power output for camera Up to 12 hours 3 to 4 hours General: Temperature: Humidity: Dimensions: Weight: -22 to 158 °F (-30 to +70 °C) 30% to 90% RH 6.93 x 3.70 x 1.42 inch (176 x 94 x 36 mm) 0.75 lb (340 grams) STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 39 Warranty Information Trilithic, Inc. warrants that each part of this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use, operating conditions and service for a period of two (2) years from date of delivery. Trilithic, Inc.’s obligation under this Warranty shall be limited, at Trilithic, Inc.’s sole option, to replacing the product, or to replacing or repairing any defective part, F.O.B. Indianapolis, Indiana; provided that the Buyer shall give Trilithic, Inc. written notice. Batteries are not included or covered by this Warranty. The remedy set forth herein shall be the only remedy available to the Buyer under this Warranty and in no event shall Trilithic, Inc. be liable for incidental or consequential damages for any alleged breach of this Warranty. This Warranty shall not apply to any part of the product which, without fault of Trilithic, Inc., has been subject to alteration, failure caused by a part not supplied by Trilithic, Inc., accident, fire or other casualty, negligence or misuse, or to any cause whatsoever other than as a result of a defect. Except for the warranty and exclusions set forth above, and the warranties, if any, available to the Buyer from those who supply Trilithic, Inc., there are no warranties, expressed or implied (including without limitation, any implied warranties of merchantability of fitness), with respect to the condition of the product or its suitability for any use intended for it by the Buyer or by the purchaser from the Buyer. STE-1200 CCTV Security Tester - Operation Manual 40 P/N 0010322000 4/10 Made in China Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com