VCX-2401-E Installation and Operating Instructions
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Familiarization with the VCX2401-E
The VCX-2401-E Video Encoder accepts one BNC video and one data sub-channel.
The output from the encoder is a stream of IP-packets. The Full Full Width (19”) Encoder also
contains a fluorescent LED display to allow monitoring of unit performance and to facilitate
troubleshooting. The encoder has a programmable reset, which prompts the re-initiation of the
video stream.
The VCX-2401-E encoder has a programmable reset, which prompts the re-initiation of
the video stream, as well as a reboot command. The decoder also has a programmable reset
command, tied to errors in the incoming video stream, as well as a reboot command.
Front Panel
VCX2401-E-H, Half Size Encoder
Back Panel
VCX2401-E-H, Half Size Encoder
Power
switch
-controls
the
unit power
Control Port
-Used to directly
communicate with
encoder to configure
settings
Power Supply
Refer to “Power
Interface” in
Table of Contents
2 Video Inputs
Please refer to
“Video Interface” in
table of
contents
Ethernet
Refer to “Ethernet
Interface” in Table
of Contents
2 Data Sub-
channels
Refer to “Com Port
Data Interfaces” in
Table of Contents
Audio
Stereo audio may
be encoded if it
is present at this
port.
Com Link
These four (4) LEDs signify the activity
of the communications traffic. When lit
signifies ACTIVITY.
There are two
indicators for each channel Tx and Rx. Tx
signifies the encoder is transmitting data
to the connected device.
Rx signifies the
encoder is
receiving
data from the
connected device.
Video Link
These indicators will display
the status of the video signal
and when lit signifies the loss
if the video
signal.