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a. Primary Monitor Console (PMC). The PMC software program starts when the system is initialized and acquires
data from each RADC it is monitoring. If an RADC fails to respond, the system alarms and notifies the operator.
b. Operator Workstation. The Operator Workstation monitors the status of all equipment within the security system.
Commands are entered into the system using the workstation keyboard. A legend of the available soft-keys appears on
each operator's display and changes to reflect alternative soft-key options.
c. Remote Area Data Collector (RADC). A network of RADCs, also referred to as stations, monitors and controls all
intruder detection and access control equipment. Each RADC compiles a list of readings and changes which it transmits
to the PMC. The readings are then processed and stored, and operators' displays are updated to reflect any detected
changes.
d. Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) System
(1) Purpose. The CCTV enables operators to visually assess the causes of intrusion at a remote site. The video
can be viewed on one or more monitors which display the pictures received from a network of CCTV cameras. The
operator may use the workstation keyboard to direct the scenes of a particular camera onto a chosen monitor.
(2) Monitors. Video monitors provide near real-time threat assessment capability. Video from cameras in protected
areas is displayed as the result of an alarm or by operator selection.
(3) Cameras. The cameras are monochrome cameras used for surveillance of protected areas. The cameras allow
threat assessment and recording. Interior cameras are installed either without housings or in tamper protected
housings. Exterior cameras are installed in tamper protected housings.
(4) Video Synchronization Generator. The video synchronization generator generates horizontal drive, vertical
drive, blanking, and synchronization signals for transmission to the video cameras when synchronization is required.
(5) Video Synchronization Distribution Amplifier. The video synchronization distribution amplifier distributes a
synchronization signal to video cameras where camera synchronization is required.
(6) Video Storage Units. The Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) is a time lapse recorder. It is capable of recording
for 720 hours on a single cassette tape. The alarm event record time is selectable for up to 3 minutes of automatic
recording. Playback functions include: alarm, fast forward, search, fast rewind search, rewind/fast forward, play, slow
motion or step field/frame, and pause/still.
(7) Fiber Optic Hardwire Interface. The fiber optic hardwire interface converts a fiber optic video transmission
medium to a hardwire transmission medium for the video switcher input.
e. Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). The UPS provides true computer grade power upon loss of line AC. The
microprocessor determines which system mode it should operate in depending upon line conditions. The UPS can also
be operated manually through the control panel.
(1) Auto Mode. In auto, the microprocessor monitors the quality of input power and regularly tests its batteries and
inverter. The battery charger keeps the batteries at full voltage.
(2) Inverter Mode. If the microprocessor senses a problem with line power, it switches to inverter mode. The
inverter takes dc power from the batteries, converts it into ac, conditions it, and provides computer grade power to
the supported system.
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