Videotec's products are well known for their design, ease of installation and rugged construction. They are the results of skilled craftsmen combined with an engineering team with many years of experience in the field of video surveillance. And with all of groups expertise and dedication, they have been able to provide cost effective solutions into every Videotec installation.

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Video Switching

SW41SK-SW81SK - Cost effective, desktop sequential switcher, 4/8 inputs, 1 output. The selection of the input to display can be performed manually or automatically. The Skip function allows the exclusion, in case of automatic switching, of the non-connected inputs. The automatic scanning time can be adjusted from 0.5 to 30 sec.
- Active input signalled by LED
- Power supply 230VAC, 5W
- Video signal 1Vpp - 75 Ohm
- Band frequency 6 Mhz
- Crosstalk - 50 bB

SW41SK-SW81SK Data Sheet (100KB-PDF file)

SQ4C Colour digital video compressor.
A solution for the small applications, that allows you to connect 4 cameras with looping of the video signal on 4 outputs. The digital video compressor allows you to display 4 cameras simultaneously or cycle an individual one onto full screen with images updated in real time and high resolution.

The programming is through a screen menu, and also on screen is the warning of the absence of a video signal and of the 4 alarms (NC or NO configurable). The recording on VCR is carried out on quad signal, while the display of the recording can be in quad format with zoom to full screen for each quad.
- Resolution: 720* 576 (CCIR/PAL)
- 4 video inputs
- 4 video outputs (Loop)
- 4 alarm inputs, configurable as NC or NO
- Frame rate: full screen 120 frame/sec; quad format 100 frame/sec (25 frame/sec each input)
- Power supply: 230VAC 10W
- RS232 serial connection, baud rate 9600
- Standard rack adapter

SQ4C Data Sheet (100KB-PDF file)

SP16C - Triplex Colour Video Multiplexer.
The SP16C allows to connect and record up to 16 colour cameras with video signal looping. It is possible to view the 16 cameras images simultaneously, or a single full-screen image or other user-programmable multiscreens with configurable camera titles. Real time, high resolution triplex operation allows viewing, recording and playback ofall images simultaneously. The SP16C features motion detection, 16 alarm inputs and recording up to 120 alarm events. The multiplexer can be also remotely controlled by a single keyboard with integrated telemetry control. Furthermore, the multiplexer can be controlled by different remote users when installed with SM series video matrix.
- High Resolution: 720 x 480 NTSC/EIA, 720 x 560 PAL/CCIR
- Frame rate multi screen 16 images: 400 frame/sec. ( 25 frame/sec each channel)
- 16 inputs
- Video motion detector
- Remote controller or system controller keyboard

SP16C Data Sheet (132KB-PDF file)

SM42A - SM82A - Small Video Matrix, PAL/NTSC
The SM42A/SM82A is a microprocessor controlled matrix with remote or local control allowing the switching of 4 (8) cameras on 2 video outputs. The matrix can be controlled by two remote keyboards or by the innovative infrared remote control DCIR in RS485 up to 1200m (3900ft). One alarm contact can be associated with the corresponding video input. In case of alarm, the alarmed video input can be displayed on the video output. The reset of an alarm situation is performed through keyboard, external contact or time-out. A programmable password ensures protection from an improper use of the matrix. Furthermore, it is possible to control the video switching by a VCR trigger.
- Text generator on each output
- Privacy video-masking function
- PELCO "D" protocol support
- On Screen menu parameters setup

SM42A - SM82A Data Sheet (112KB-PDF file)

SM84A - SM164A - Video Matrix. PAL/NTSC.
The SM84A/SM164A matrix is a microprocessor remote-controlled video matrix which allows the video switching of 8 (16) cameras on 4 outputs. The "On Screen" programming can be performed in 4 languages. A programmable password ensures the protection from an improper use of the matrix. The switching is controlled by a max of 4 remote keyboards in RS485, up to max 1200m (3900ft). 8 (16) alarm contacts can be associated with the corresponding video inputs. In case of alarm, the alarmed video input can displayed on the video output. The reset of an alarm situation is performed through keyboard, external contact or time-out. The telemetry control can be performed on coax cable on the 8 (16) video inputs and on the RS485 serial output. The same RS485 output allows the control of the multiplexer SP16C. Furthermore it is possible to control the video switching by a VCR trigger signal.
- Text generator on each output
- Masking feature adjustable on each input
- Date and time
- Privacy video-masking function
- PELCO "D" protocol support
- On Screen menu parameters setup
- Standard rack adapter

SM84A - SM164A Data Sheet (104KB-PDF file)

SM328A - Full crosspoint video matrix. 32 inputs on 8 outputs, fully configurable with a 4 languages On Screen Menu or by PC on Windows platform. The SM328A features video loss detection and up to 32 different sequences of 32 steps each. Video signal masking for privacy purposes, telemetry control and on alarm actions on monitors (sequences and camera recall) and telemetry (scan on specific positions or patrol) are some of the interesting features. In addition, more matrix SM328A can be cascade with different installation layouts, like master/slaves matrixes or in parallel up to 9 matrixes, connected together. A wide range of keyboards is available for matrix control/configure, further to the possibility to control/configure the matrix from PC.
- Video loss detector
- Slave/Master and Parallel system layout
- 32 video inputs and 8 video outputs
- 32 sequences (with 32 steps each)
- 32 alarm inputs
- Configured through an On Screen Menu or through a PC operating with Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP

SM328A Data Sheet (104KB-PDF file)

Control Keyboards

DCBD - Matrix Control Keyboad.
It is the solution for remote control of SM series matrix. The keyboard allows to control the video switching of SM42A-82A, SM84A-164A. The operator can manage the following control functions: video switching, seuquences and alarm reset, further to the matrix set-up (through the video menu). The serial communication towards matrix is in RS485.* Ergonomic design
- Microprocessor controlled
- Normally fed by SM42A-82A, SM84A-164A matrix or direclty

DCBD Data Sheet (104KB-PDF file)

DCTEL - Matrix and Telemetry Control Keyboad.
It is the best solution for remote control of SM series matrix and telemetry. The keyboard allows to interface and control the video switching of SM42A-82A, SM84A-164A. The operator can manage the following control functions: video switching, seuquences and alarm reset, further to the matrix set-up (through the video menu). The DCTEL features two serial RS485 communication lines: telemetry control through matrix or directly by RS485 dedicated serial output* Ergonomic design
- Microprocessor controlled
- Normally fed by SM42A-82A, SM84A-164A matrix or direclty
- Mistral compact speed dome control (no variable speed)

DCTEL Data Sheet (124KB-PDF file)

The DCIR infrared remote control allows the full control of SM series matrix.
It can control the video switching, the sequences and the alarm reset, further to the matrix set-up (through the video menu). The matrix control is performed thanks to the serial RS485 communication line while another RS485 line allows an independent management of the telemetry.
- Ergonomic design
- Infrared receiver situated in the base of the remote control
- RS485 serial communication
- Telemetry control through matrix or directly by the RS485 serial output
- Normally fed by SM42A82A, SM84A-164A matrix or directly
- Mistral compact speed dome control (no variable speed)

DCIR Data Sheet (128KB-PDF file)

Video Control Keyboard.
D C K - It allows to interface and control the SM42A-82A, SM84A-164A and SM328A matrix, further to the multiplexer SP16C.
A LCD display assists the operator during all the control functions. One serial RS485 communication line towards video matrix and/or multiplexer. A RS232 serial connection allows the keyboard set-up and firmware update from PC.
- Ergonomic design
- Control of third parties multiplexer and DVR's: Javelin, Sanyo, Sony and Ademco multiplexer; Sony DVR's
- Up to 9999 video channels and 99 monitor
- Display 20 x 4 back-lit
- 4 national languages menu
- Configurable alarm or communication fault buzzer

D C K Data Sheet (116KB-PDF file)

Video and Telemetry Control Keyboard.
D C J - It allows to interface and control the SM42A-82A, SM84A-164A and SM328A matrix, further to the multiplexer SP16C. A LCD display assists the operator during all the control functions. Three serial RS485 communication lines: one towards the video matrix and the multiplexer, two for the management of two independent telemetry lines. A RS232 serial connection allows the keyboard set-up and firmware update from PC.
- Ergonomic design
- Three axis proportional joystick
- Control of Videotec telemetry and major speed domes manufactures: See the Technical Data
- Control of third parties multiplexer and DVR's: See the Technical Data
- Up to 9999 video channels, 999 telemetry receivers and 99 monitors
- Display 20 x 4 back-lit
- 4 national languages menu
- Configurable alarm or communication fault buzzer

D C J Data Sheet (140KB-PDF file)

D C T - The new keyboard DCT features the control of different matrix, multiplexer and DVR, as well as standard P&T and direct interface with the most common high speed domes, through the three axis proportional joystick. A graphic, back-lit, 320x240 pixel display with touch screen helps the operator with all control functions. Up to 30 graphical user maps can be customized associating up to 40 macro commands associated. The start-up page and the service page can also be customized. The maps can be easily designed on a PC and then uploaded to the DCT keyboard using the RS232 serial connection. The same connection allows the firmware to be up-dated and the keyboard set-up. If the user maps are not utilized the touch screen keyboard can be customised through 35 macro-functions keys. Extreme easy for the operator and suitable for systems where cameras are installed in different environments.

D C T Data Sheet (200KB-PDF file)