INSTALLATION/OPERATION IPS-CABLE C2458M-E (10/06)
Contents Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Software Upload Files (Spectra and ExSite Systems) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Windows-Based PC Installation and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description The IPS-CABLE provides the serial interface between an IPS-RDPE-2 remote data port or Spectra® dome system and a Windows®-based PC, Palm OS®-compatible handheld, or iPAQ pocket PC. The interface cable transmits data for local viewing, programming, and pan/tilt/zoom control of a Spectra, Esprit®, or ExSite™ system. The cable can also upload revised operating software and language files to a Spectra or an ExSite system.
SOFTWARE UPLOAD FILES (SPECTRA AND EXSITE SYSTEMS) Upload software has a three-digit filename that identifies the software version. Example: Filename 120 is system software version 1.20. For Spectra III and ExSite systems, language files have a four-digit filename that identify file type and version. Standard language files (English, Spanish, Portugese, Italian, French, and German) start with the number 2. Alternate language files begin with the number 3 or higher.
Windows-Based PC Installation and Operation To interface with a Spectra dome drive or IPS-RDPE-2 remote data port using a Windows-based PC, first install the control/upload utility and then install the IPS-CABLE.
RJ-45 PORT OF SPECTRA RJ-45 PORT OF IPS-RDPE-2 OR CONNECT TO BNC CONNECTOR TO VIDEO INPUT ON MONITOR IPS CABLE DB-9 MALE PC COM 1 COM 2 CONNECT TO COM 1 OR COM 2 ON PC NULL MODEM CABLE (NOT SUPPLIED) Figure 1.
HOW TO CONTROL A SYSTEM USING A WINDOWS-BASED PC 1. Click the application icon located on the PC desktop. 2. Select the protocol for the unit and then enter the unit address. 3. Select the port: COM1 or COM2. 4. Click the PTZ button. PTZ CONTROL MENU Iris Open: Tap the Open button to make a selection. Iris Close: Tap the Close button to cancel a selection. Focus Near: Tap the Near button to focus near. Focus Far: Tap the Far button to focus far. Zoom In: Tap the In button to zoom near.
HOW TO UPLOAD SOFTWARE USING A PC (SPECTRA AND EXSITE SYSTEMS) WARNING: To upload software using the IPS-RDPE-2 remote data port, the following system software must be installed: • Spectra III dome drive must have software version 1.2 or highter installed. • ExSite explosionproof system must have software version 1.13 or higher installed. Software cannot be uploaded to an Esprit system. 1. Click the application icon located on the PC desktop. 2. Insert the Resource CD into the CD drive.
Palm Handheld Installation and Operation To interface with a Spectra dome drive or IPS-RDPE-2 remote data port using a Palm handheld, first install the Control/Upload Utility and then install the IPS-CABLE. The Control/Upload Utility is compatible with Palm OS version 3.5 or higher. NOTE: Know how to operate a Palm OS-compatible handheld before attempting to control or upload software using the IPS-CABLE. INSTALL THE CONTROL UTILITY FOR A PALM OS-COMPATIBLE HANDHELD 1.
RJ-45 PORT OF SPECTRA RJ-45 PORT OF IPS-RDPE-2 OR CONNECT TO IPS CABLE PALM OS COMPATIBLE HANDHELD DB-9 MALE BNC CONNECTOR TO VIDEO INPUT ON MONITOR SERIAL CABLE FOR PALM OS COMPATIBLE HANDHELD (NOT SUPPLIED) Figure 2.
HOW TO CONTROL A SYSTEM USING A PALM OS-COMPATIBLE HANDHELD 1. Tap the Launcher/Home icon. The main menu appears. Tap the application icon. POWER APPLICATION ICON LAUNCHER/ HOME ICON 2. Select the control protocol of your system, and then enter the address of the system. NOTE: The handheld will not operate systems using P protocol address 1. Change the P address to 2 or higher. If you normally use Coaxitron®, you may need to assign the system a D protocol address to use the RJ-45 cable.
PTZ CONTROL MENU Iris Open: Tap the Open button to make a selection. Iris Close: Tap the Close button to cancel a selection. Focus Near: Tap the Near button to focus near. Focus Far: Tap the Far button to focus far. Zoom In: Tap the In button to zoom near. Zoom Out: Tap the Out button to zoom far. Preset 95: Tap the PGM button to access the programming menu for the system. Refer to the operation and programming manual supplied with the Spectra, Esprit, or ExSite system.
HOW TO UPLOAD SOFTWARE USING A PALM OS-COMPATIBLE HANDHELD (SPECTRA AND EXSITE SYSTEMS) WARNING: To upload software using the IPS-RDPE-2 remote data port, the following system software must be installed: • Spectra III dome drive must have software version 1.2 or highter installed. • ExSite explosionproof system must have software version 1.13 or higher installed. Software cannot be uploaded to an Esprit system. 1. Prepare the handhled: a. Insert the Resource CD into the CD drive of a Windows-based PC.
3. Enter the software file name and then tap the Upload button. The software upload starts. INDICATES UPLOAD IS COMPLETE SOFTWARE FILE NAME UPLOAD BUTTON 4. Wait until "Done" appears on the screen before unplugging the interface cable (IPS-CABLE). WARNING: Do not cycle power to the system during the upload process. The "Done" message on the handheld indicates only that the first part of the upload is done.
iPAQ Pocket PC Installation and Operation To interface with a Spectra dome drive or IPS-RDPE-2 remote data port using a iPAQ Pocket PC, first install the Control/Upload Utility and then install the IPS-CABLE. The Control/Upload Utility is compatible with the following: iPAQ Pocket PC 3100 series through 3800 series with Windows CE 3.0 for PocketPC or PocketPC 2002 Devices other than iPAQ that use Windows CE 3.0 for PocketPC or PocketPC 2002 should be compatible.
RJ-45 PORT OF SPECTRA RJ-45 PORT OF IPS-RDPE-2 OR CONNECT TO BNC CONNECTOR TO VIDEO INPUT ON MONITOR IPS CABLE DB-9 MALE PC COM 1 CONNECT TO COM 1 ON PC NULL MODEM CABLE (NOT SUPPLIED) Figure 3.
HOW TO CONTROL A SYSTEM USING A POCKET PC 1. Click the Application icon located on the Pocket PC. APPLICATION ICON 2. Select the protocol for the Spectra, Esprit, or ExSite, enter the system address, and then click the PTZ button.
3. You can now program/control the system. CONTROLLER MENU PTZ CONTROL MENU Iris Open: Tap the Open button to make a selection. Iris Close: Tap the Close button to cancel a selection. Focus Near: Tap the Near button to focus near. Focus Far: Tap the Far button to focus far. Zoom In: Tap the In button to zoom near. Zoom Out: Tap the Out button to zoom far. Preset 95: Tap the PGM button to access the programming menu for the system.
HOW TO UPLOAD SOFTWARE USING A POCKET PC (SPECTRA AND EXSITE SYSTEMS) WARNING: To upload software using the IPS-RDPE-2 remote data port, the following system software must be installed: • Spectra III dome drive must have software version 1.2 or highter installed. • ExSite explosionproof system must have software version 1.13 or higher installed. Software cannot be uploaded to an Esprit system. 1. Prepare the Pocket PC: a. Insert the Resource CD into the CD drive of a Windows-based PC.
3. Click the Browse button. Select the software file to upload. Tap the Upload button. The software upload starts. Wait until "Done" appears on the screen before unplugging the interface cable (IPS-CABLE). BROWSE BUTTON UPLOAD BUTTON WARNING: Do not cycle power to the system during the upload process. The upload process is not complete until the system reboots and the "Configure Done" message appears on the monitor.
PRODUCT WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION WARRANTY Pelco will repair or replace, without charge, any merchandise proved defective in material or workmanship for a period of one year after the date of shipment. Exceptions to this warranty are as noted below: • Five years on FT/FR8000 Series fiber optic products. • Three years on Genex® Series products (multiplexers, server, and keyboard).
REVISION HISTORY Manual # C2458M C2458M-A C2458M-B C2458M-C C2458M-D C2458M-E Date 7/02 4/03 1/04 8/04 7/05 10/06 Comments Original version. Added IPS-RDPE-2 and Esprit information. Revised per ECO 03-9497 for software revision. Added COM2 port to PC section per ECO 04-9702. Added ExSite system information. Made references to Spectra more generic by removing series numbers. Added Green label.
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