June 2010 CCTVTEST CCTV Tester Tests camera video output, signal strength, and BLACK BOX PTZ functions. Also acts as a video pattern generator, cable mapper, and multimeter. ® Customer Support Information Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) • FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 • Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 Web site: www.blackbox.
CCTV Tester FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
NOM Statement 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6.
CCTV Tester 14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante. 15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia. 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18.
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CCTV Tester Safety Information Precautions when using the CCTV Tester A. Please read this manual before using the product. B. Always be cautious when working around voltage. C. Do not use the tester in damp or explosive environments. D. Areas of strong electromagnetism can cause incorrect measurements. E. Do not expose the tester to dirt or liquid. F. Do not disassemble the tester. G.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Specifications ........................................................................................... 8 2. Overview ......................................................................................... 10 2.1 Introduction................................................................................... 10 2.2 Features ......................................................................................... 10 2.3 What’s Included............................
CCTV Tester 1. Specifications Table 1-1. CCTV Tester specifications. Feature Video testing Description Signal mode NTSC/PAL compatible LCD display 2.5" LCD screen, 960 x 240 resolution Signal strength Max. Vpp, ave.
Chapter 1: Specifications Table 1-1 (Continued). CCTV Tester specifications. Other Feature Work temperature Work humidity Description -22 to +158° F (-30 to +70° C) 30 to 90% Size 6.5"H x 3.6"W x 1.9"D (16.6 x 9.1 x 4.8 cm) 0.6 lb. (0.3 kg) Weight 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
CCTV Tester 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The CCTV Tester tests camera video output, signal strength, and PTZ functions. It also acts as a video pattern generator, cable mapper, and digital multimeter. 2.2 Features A. Camera video testing (Visual). See page 16. Test a CCTV camera’s video output visually by displaying it on the tester’s color LCD screen or loop the signal through to a video monitor. B. Camera video testing (Signal strength). See page 17.
Chapter 2: Overview 2.3 What’s Included Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support art 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. • CCTV Tester with rechargeable battery • Charger • UTP cable terminator • BNC connect cable • BNC to RCA adapter • PTZ terminal block/alligator adapter • DMM test leads • Lanyard • 12-VDC power cable • This user’s manual 2.
CCTV Tester Data transmit (PTZ data): Lights Charge LED: when when transmitting on, tester is charging data Data receive (PTZ data): Lights when receiving data Open: Open camera iris (PTZ test); Set: A multipurpose button used to start or enable functions 2.5" LCD screen: 960 x 240 resolution Close/Clear: Close camera and clear setup (PTZ test) Tele: Zooms IN lens (PTZ test); switches generated video to Video Out jack (Video Generator test) Menu: Hold to return to the Main Menu Max.
Chapter 2: Overview 12 VDC power output jack: to power camera RS-232 port Figure 2-2. Side 1 view. CAT5/6 UTP cable test jack 5-VDC power input jack: Connect charger here Power on/off Figure 2-3. Side 2 view. Video output: Video input: connect monitor here connect camera here RS-422/RS-485 port: Connect PTZ to +T and -T; Connect keyboard to +R and -R Figure 2-4. Top view. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
CCTV Tester 3. Operation 3.1 Power and Battery POWER: The power ON/OFF switch is located on the side of the tester. BATTERY SAVER: The tester has a battery-saving sleep mode. Turn the slide switch ON again if the tester is asleep. RECHARGEABLE BATTERY: The tester has a non-removable battery for a larger capacity. Do not open the rear panel and attempt to repair it. CHARGE TIME: The battery requires five hours for a full charge. CHARGE LED: While charging, the “Charge” LED will be ON.
Chapter 3: Operation 3.3 Quick Test A B Figure 3-2. Quick test setup. A. Viewing a camera image: Follow diagram A to connect a CCTV camera (including PTZ control) to the tester. The camera’s video output connects to the tester’s VIDEO IN BNC connector. The camera’s PTZ control wires connect to tester’s RS-485/422 control block (using the terminal block/alligator clip adapter provided with the tester). Turn ON the tester and select menu item “2.” The camera’s video will display on the tester screen.
CCTV Tester PROTOCOL Pelco P COM 485 RATE 4800 SPEED 016 IDLE TIME 000 BATTERY 090 > PTZ protocol of camera > PTZ communication port type > PTZ baud rate: 2400/4800/9600/19200 > PTZ pan and tilt speed > Battery saver turn off time (minutes) > Battery status (%):100/90/75/50/25/5 Figure 3-3. Typical configuration. MODIFYING THE SETTINGS: ENTER SETUP MODE: Press “SET.
Chapter 3: Operation Adjust LCD brightness: Use keys number 7 (BR+) and 9 (BR-) to adjust the LCD screen’s brightness. B. Measure signal strength (Vpp) and attenuation: Video signal strength (attenuation): With the tester displaying the video signal (see A), press the “1” (IRE) key. The following is displayed: MAX Vpp: The peak-to-peak amplitude of the video signal. The larger the video signal, the brighter the picture. 1 Vpp is minimum. AVERAGE Vpp: The average peak-to-peak amplitude of the video signal.
CCTV Tester NOTE: S ee Section 3.4.1, System Setup to match the tester’s PTZ protocol, com type, and baud rate to that of the camera. Controlling the camera’s PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom): Press “UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT” to control the movement. Press “OPEN/CLOSE” to control the iris. Press “FAR/NEAR” to adjust focus. Press “WIDE/TELE” to zoom the camera lens in and out. Saving and Calling Preset positions: The Video Wizard can Save and Call preset positions. To Save: Press “S-PST” and input a position number.
Chapter 3: Operation SELECT UTP CABLE TEST MODE: Press the “3” key to enter the UTP test mode. START TEST: Press “SET.” The CAT5/6 UTP cable wire map will be displayed on the LCD screen. RETURN TO MAIN MENU: Hold the MENU key to return to the Main Menu.
CCTV Tester SELECT OPTIONS: Use the following keys to control the options: • SET selects the tester’s video signal: Color bar, Blue, Red, Pink, Green, Cyan, Yellow, and White. • TELE switches the tester’s video signal to the monitor (connected to the VIDEO OUT jack). • WIDE switches the video signal so it loops from the VIDEO IN jack to the VIDEO OUT jack. In this mode, a picture will only appear on the monitor if a camera is connected to the VIDEO IN jack.
Chapter 3: Operation Figure 3-8. RS-485 keyboard test setup. Display the device’s hexadecimal output on the tester’s LCD. SELECT THE DATA TEST MODE: Press the “5” key to turn ON the RS-485 protocol analyzer. SELECT OPTIONS: Use the following keys to control the options: • SET enables the changing of the Baud rate. • UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS change the tester’s Baud rate. Select the Baud rate that matches the device that is being analyzed. Data transfer will start automatically through the RS-485 port.
CCTV Tester 3.4.6 Selection 6: Multimeter. Use the tester as a digital multimeter to measure AC/DC voltage and resistance. NOTE: T he tester displays the Vpp of the video signal and sync signal on the LCD without the use of the test leads. See Menu Item #4 on page 14. CONNECTION: Connect the 2 test leads to the bottom of the tester as shown in Figure 3-10. Figure 3-10. DMM test leads attached to bottom of tester. SELECT MULTIMETER MODE: Press “6” on the keypad to turn ON the DMM (digital multimeter).
Chapter 3: Operation 3.5 Provide Power to a 12V Camera The tester can be used to provide power to a 12V camera. CONNECTION: Connect the cable (included) to the tester’s “DC 12V OUTPUT” jack (on the left side of the tester). Connect the other end to the camera’s 12-VDC power input jack. Use only with 12 VDC cameras (200 ma max.). WORKING TIME: The amount of time that the tester powers the camera depends on the camera’s power consumption.
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