HONEYWELL VIDEO SYSTEMS HTR1 SERIES, MOBILE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDING SYSTEM
PART 1 – GENERAL
The intent of this document is to specify the minimum criteria for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of the Mobile VCR HTR1 system.
SUMMARY
The Mobile VCR system shall provide a mobile VCR that combines capabilities for video, audio and data gathering in a single mobile VCR unit designed for harsh environments. The system shall include two (2) inputs for video and two (2) inputs for audio. The system must also include an optional GPS module for GPS data gathering.
REFERENCES
Canadian ICES-003
Consultative Committee for International Radio (CCIR)
Electronic Industry Association (EIA)
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
National Television System Committee (NTSC)
Phase Alternation by Line (PAL)
DEFINITIONS
No Substitutes: The exact make and model number identified in this specification shall be provided without exception.
Or Equal: Any item may be substituted for the specified item provided that in every technical sense, the substituted item provides the same or better capability and functionality.
Or Approved Equal: A substitute for the specified item may be offered for approval by the Owner. The proposed substitution must, in every technical sense, provide the same or better capability and functionality as the specified item. Such requests for approval shall be submitted in accordance with the provisions of PART 1.05 – SUBMITTALS, and must be obtained within the time frames outlined.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The Mobile VCR system shall offer the latest in mobile VCR technology, providing unparalleled stability, security, and ease of use, and a unique On Screen Display (OSD) programming with Tool Tip. The system is a complete analog video recording solution designed for harsh mobile environments. The Mobile VCR system shall provide a mobile VCR that combines capabilities for video, audio and data gathering in a single mobile VCR unit. The system shall include two (2) inputs for video and two (2) inputs for audio. The system must also include an optional GPS module for GPS data gathering.
SUBMITTALS
General: Submittals shall be made in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract and Submittal Procedures Section.
Shop Drawings and Schematics: Shall depict the Mobile VCR HTR1 system in final proposed “as built” configuration. The following must be provided:
Connection diagrams for interfacing equipment.
List of connected equipment.
Locations for all major equipment components to be installed under this specification.
Product Data: The following shall be provided:
Technical data sheets.
A complete set of instruction manuals.
Quality Assurance Submittals: The following shall be submitted:
Checkout Report: The Contractor shall provide the Owner with a checkout report for each Mobile VCR HTR1 system. The report shall include:
A complete list of every device.
The date it was tested, and by whom.
If retested, the date it was retested, and by whom.
The final test report shall indicate that every device was tested successfully.
Manufacturer’s Instructions: The Contractor shall deliver TBD sets of System Operation and Maintenance Manuals (if available) to the Owner.
Notice of Completion: When the final acceptance has been satisfactorily completed, the Owner shall issue a notice of completion to the Contractor.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Manufacturer’s Qualifications: The Mobile VCR HTR1 system manufacturer shall be the world’s largest and most experienced manufacturer of electronic security systems, with over seventy years of experience in the security industry. The Mobile VCR HTR1 system must be assembled in the U.S.A., and the manufacturer shall provide 24/7 technical assistance and support via a toll-free telephone number at no extra charge.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
General: Delivery, storage, and handling of the Mobile VCR HTR1 system shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Ordering: The manufacturer’s ordering instructions and lead-time requirements must be followed in order to avoid installation delays.
Delivery: The Mobile VCR HTR1 system shall be delivered in the manufacturer’s original, unopened, undamaged container with identification labels intact.
Storage and Protection: The Mobile VCR HTR1 system shall be stored and protected from exposure to harmful weather conditions and at the environmental conditions recommended by the manufacturer.
PROJECT CONDITIONS
SEQUENCING
SCHEDULING
WARRANTY
General: The warranty period shall be a minimum of twelve (12) months from the manufacture date code under normal use and service.
MAINTENANCE
Preventative Maintenance Agreement During Warranty: As a separate price item, the Contractor shall provide preventative maintenance during the warranty period. Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to:
Labor and materials, at no additional cost, to repair Mobile VCR HTR1 recorder.
Labor and materials, at no additional cost, to provide test and adjustments to the Mobile VCR HTR1 recorder.
Regular inspections.
Preventative Maintenance Agreement: As a separate price item, the Contractor shall provide a complete Maintenance Agreement for a period of TBD months after the conclusion of the warranty period. The Maintenance Agreement shall include, but not be limited to:
Labor and materials, at no additional cost, to repair Mobile VCR HTR1 system.
Labor and materials, at no additional cost, to provide test and adjustments to the Mobile VCR HTR1 system.
Regular inspections.
TRAINING
Operator training shall be conducted for a minimum of TBD sessions, with a session length of TBD hours at the customer’s site.
Training shall include, but not be limited to Mobile VCR HTR1 system operation and diagnostics.
The Mobile VCR HTR1 system shall include, as a minimum, the following features/functions/specifications:
The Mobile VCR HTR1 system must be protected by the most extensive support services in the industry, including Customer Service, Pre-Sales Applications Assistance, After-Sales Technical Assistance, access to Technical Online Support, and Online Training using web conferencing. The manufacturer shall provide 24/7 technical assistance and support via a toll-free telephone number at no extra charge.
The Mobile VCR HTR1 system and its components shall be thoroughly tested before shipping from the manufacturer’s facility.
The Mobile VCR HTR1 system shall utilize the same user interface, regardless of platform, offering compatibility across the entire series.
The Mobile VCR system shall provide a mobile VCR that combines capabilities for video, audio and data gathering in a single mobile VCR unit designed for harsh environments. The system shall be designed to record, search, and transmit video, audio with data providing operators with post-event video, audio with data retrieval and viewing.
The Mobile VCR system default priority shall be to capture and store video, audio, date and trigger events.
The Mobile VCR unit and its components shall be thoroughly tested before shipping from the manufacturer’s facility.
The Mobile VCR system shall consist of components:
The Mobile VCR Recorder Unit (Unit) shall include, as a minimum, the following features/functions/specifications:
The Unit shall be engineered for durability and be of a rugged design suited for harsh mobile installations.
The Unit shall have one DB25 Interface Port for:
- Five (5) programmable trigger (alarm) inputs
- GPS power and GPS data signaling
- Power in for the HTR1 Unit
The Unit shall have two composite input for video, two composite inputs for audio and two barrel output jacks for camera power.
The Unit shall support programmable operating parameters using redundant non-volatile memory not subject to corruption based on power failures, sags, surges, or other irregularities.
The Unit shall record in a continuous loop mode (recycle) or single pass mode (stop).
The Unit shall have adjustable record quality EP and SP.
For data handling, the Unit shall have the capability to record, and display data obtained from connected devices (camera, GPS, trigger inputs).
The Unit shall provide a video RCA connector output on the front panel for OSD configuration and recorded data viewing. The functions shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
Basic system set-up functions such as configuring global system settings such as the recorder date and time, resolution and automatic Daylight Savings Time and automatic leap year adjustment.
Camera set-up, including: aim, focus, audio and coverage.
Five trigger input (alarm) set-up, including name, specify the polarity, enable, and test status.
Programmable title up to 20 characters
Four record schedules: name, define schedules
View recorded video, audio, and GPS data.
Delay recording up to 59 minutes after ignition is switched on
Recording up to 59 minutes after ignition is switched off
The Unit shall include an infrared remote control for VCR programming.
The Unit shall include a remote control and shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following button functions:
On/Off Power
Eject
Four Scroll (Up, Down, Left, Right) with Enter
Menu
Rec/Play Hours for changing record/playback speed
Pause
Play
Record
Rewind
Fast forward
The Unit shall be compatible with Honeywell HTR62, Silent Witness SW Series Mobile VCR systems.
The Unit shall be compatible with Honeywell HTENCL security enclosures abd Silent Witness SW V82 security enclosures.
The Unit shall be housed in a high-performance, metal security enclosure. The case shall be a minimum 18 gauge steel.
The Unit Front Panel Control shall include the following:
On/Off Power Switch
Eject
Rewind
Play
Fast Forward
Stop
Record
The Unit shall include a minimum of the following front panel status LED’s:
Power
EP
Record
All physical connections shall be made directly to the Unit, without the need for additional hardware.
The Unit shall include a minimum of the following rear-panel connectors:
Two RCA Connectors for Camera Video Inputs
Two RCA Connectors for Audio Inputs
Two Barrel Jack Connectors for Camera power
DB25 Connector
DB25 Connector for optional GPS
The Unit shall allow the user to view the following system information during startup:
Firmware Software version of the Unit.
Manufacturer’s technical support number.
The Unit’s on screen display shall include a minimum of the following configurable and display fields:
Vehicle Identification (up to 20 characters): Allows the operator to enter a unique vehicle identification.
Vehicle Identification Display: Allows the operator to chose whether the Vehicle ID is displayed during video playback.
Restore/Reset: Allow the operator to reset the Vehicle ID to the factory default settings.
Date/Time: Allows the operator to set the current date and time. This date/time shall also be “stamped” into the recorded video and displayed whenever the video is played back.
Daylight Time (DT): Displays whether the current time and date is within Automatic Daylight Savings Time and whether the Automatic Daylight Savings Time function is ON/OFF.
Five status triggers: Allows the operator to configure any trigger as active high or low to be displayed. The status shall be stamped into the recorded video and displayed whenever the video is played back. Each trigger shall be programmable with three characters as description. Any one trigger can be utilized as a switch to alternate recording from the second camera.
Start Delay: Allows the operator to program from 0 to 59 minutes to delay recording after the vehicle ignition is switched on.
Delay Recording: Allows the operator to program from 0 to 59 minutes to continue to recording after the vehicle ignition is switched off.
Record Speed: Allow the operator to choose Extended Play or Standard Play recording speeds.
Recording Mode: Allow the operator to choose record recycle or non recycle. In recycle mode, the Unit will automatically rewind to beginning of tape after it reaches the end of the VHS tape. In non recycle mode, the Unit will not automatically rewind.
Daily Timers: Allow the operator to configure up to four schedules with daily start and end record times.
Tool Tip: On Screen Display programming tool to aid the operator in configuring the Unit quickly. A detailed description of each field setting is displayed when the programming cursor is over the field setting.
To optimize the clarity and detail of recorded video, the Unit shall have the ability to automatically track and adjust for optimum recording and playback.
To increase the amount of pertinent video that is saved by the Unit, and to keep it for a longer period of time, the operator must have the ability to utilize recording schedules. Up to four (4) user-definable recording daily schedules to maximize the recording efficiency of the Unit must also be available. Schedules may be defined by the time of day.
The Unit shall automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time changes, with no loss of video when the hour jumps forward. When the hour falls back, the unit shall record both duplicated hours.
The Unit’s GPS receiver shall provide position, geographic bearing, and speed data via serial interface. Such information will be displayed as overlaid text on the video screen during playback of the video.
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Mobile VCR must have the following mechanical specifications:
Unit Dimensions (H x W x D) 3.65” x 10.43” x 10.71”
92.7 mm x 265 mm x 272 mm
Unit Weight 6.3 lbs.
2.9 kg
ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS
The Mobile VCR must have the following electrical specifications:
1. Power Requirement 12-14 VDC
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The Mobile VCR shall be designed to meet the following environmental conditions:
Operating Temperature 41° - 104° F (5° - 40° C) non-condensing
Emissions FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A
Immunity EN50130-4
Safety EU 73/23/EEC LVC
PART 3 – EXECUTION 3.01 EXAMINATION
Submission of a proposal confirms that the contract documents and site conditions are accepted without qualifications unless exceptions are specifically noted.
The site shall be visited on a regular basis to appraise ongoing progress of other trades and contractors, make allowances for all ongoing work, and coordinate the requirements of this contract in a timely manner.
The Mobile VCR system must be inspected before installation, and shall be free of any cosmetic defects or damage.
3.02 PREPARATION
Prior to installation, the Mobile VCR system shall be configured and tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
3.03 INSTALLATION
The Mobile VCR system must be installed, programmed, and tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
In order to ensure a complete, functional Mobile VCR system, for bidding purposes, where information is not available from the Owner upon request, the worst-case condition shall be assumed.
Interfaces shall be coordinated with the Owner’s representative, where appropriate.
All necessary back boxes, racks, connectors, supports, conduit, cable, and wire must be furnished and installed to provide a complete and reliable Mobile VCR HTR1 system installation. Exact location of all boxes, conduit, and wiring runs shall be presented to the Owner for approval in advance of any installation.
3.04 TESTING AND CERTIFICATION
The Contractor shall demonstrate the functionality of the Mobile VCR system upon completion of installation, documenting the result of all tests and providing these results to the Owner. The Mobile VCR system shall be tested in accordance with the following:
The Contractor shall conduct a complete inspection and test of all installed Mobile VCR system equipment. This includes testing and verifying operation with connected equipment.
The Contractor shall provide staff to test all devices and all operational features of the system for witness by the Owner’s representative and the Authority Having jurisdiction. All testing must be witnessed by the Owner’s representative, prior to acceptance.
The testing and certification shall take place as follows:
The Mobile VCR system shall be tested in conjunction with the manufacturer’s representative.
All deficiencies noted in the above test shall be corrected.
Test results shall be submitted to the consultant or Owner’s representative.
The test and correction of any deficiencies shall be witnessed by the owner’s representative, and note.
The Owner’s representative shall accept the system.
The system test shall be witnessed by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Any deficiencies noted during the testing must be corrected.
A letter of certification shall be provided to indicate that the tests have been performed, and all devices are operational.
END OF SECTION
Brief Specification
The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall be the latest in recorder technology, providing unparalleled ruggedness, stability, security, ease of use with a unique Tool Tip on screen display that combines capabilities for Video, Audio, and Data gathering in a single mobile Video Cassette Recorder Unit designed for harsh mobile environments. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall consist of the following components: Video Cassette Recorder Unit, vehicle interface cable, up to two (2) mobile cameras and optional security enclosure and or GPS receiver. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall also be capable of recording vehicle speed, direction, and location from an optional GPS module.
The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall support two (2) channels of video in and two (2) channels of audio in, as provided by the camera microphone or optional external microphone. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall support user definable schedule timer recording, user selectable record speed, as well as data capture from a GPS device. The Unit’s GPS receiver shall provide position, geographic bearing, and speed data via serial interface. Such information will be displayed as overlaid text on the video screen during playback of the video. To increase the amount of pertinent video that is saved by the Unit, and to keep it for a longer period of time, the operator must have the ability to utilize recording schedules. Up to four (4) user-definable recording daily schedules to maximize the recording efficiency of the Unit must also be available. Schedules may be defined by the time of day. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall support a VHS tape for storage of data. The VHS shall be used in standard VHS format VCR Recording time shall be dependent on selected recording speed. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall have the following record speeds: EP and SP. The Mobile VCR HTR1 shall optimize the clarity and detail of recorded video automatically tracking and adjust for optimum recording and playback. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall support single pass (Stop) and loop (Recycle) record modes. Recording shall be triggered by vehicle ignition. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall support programmable operating parameters using redundant non-volatile memory not subject to corruption based on power failures, sags, surges, or other irregularities. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time and leap year adjustment with no loss of video. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall have the following connections: 2 Camera (Video/Audio/Power): 2 RCA style a one two barrel output jack for camera power; Interface connector: 1 DB25 for Unit power, 1 ignition trigger, 5 auxiliary triggers, GPS connector for data and power; Front Panel Access: 1 video/audio RCA style for playback and Unit configuration via the OSD on a monitor and remote control. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall provide a video RCA connector output on the front panel for OSD configuration and recorded data viewing. The functions shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following: Basic system set-up functions such as configuring system settings such as the recorder date and time, resolution and automatic Daylight Savings Time and automatic leap year adjustment; Camera set-up, including: aim, focus, audio and coverage. Five trigger input set-up, including name, specify the polarity, enable, and test status; Programmable title up to 20 characters; Four record schedules: name, define schedules; View recorded video, audio, and GPS data; Delay recording up to 59 minutes after ignition is switched on; Recording up to 59 minutes after ignition is switched off. The Unit shall include an infrared remote control for VCR programming. The remote control shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following button functions: On/Off Power, Eject, Four Scroll (Up, Down, Left, Right) with Enter, Menu, Rec/Play Hours for changing record/playback speed, Pause, Play, Record, Rewind and Fast forward. The On Screen Display shall support an intuitive Tool Tip interface to guide the user through programming configuration and review of configured settings. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall include a minimum of the following front panel status LED’s: Power, EP and Record. The Front Panel Control shall include the following: On/Off Power Switch, Eject, Rewind, Play, Fast Forward, Stop and Record. The Unit shall allow the user to view the following system information during startup: Firmware Software version of the Unit and Manufacturer’s technical support number. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall be compatible with Honeywell HTR62, Silent Witness SW Series Mobile VCR systems. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall be compatible with Honeywell HTENCL high performance, metal security enclosures and Silent Witness SW V82 security enclosures. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System shall support video capture from mobile cameras (Cameras). The video images shall be, colour or black/white from day/night with infrared illuminators. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System components must be installed, programmed and tested as per the manufacturer supplied instructions. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System manufacturer must be the world’s largest and most experienced manufacturer of electronic security systems, with over seventy years of experience in the security industry, and the Mobile VCR HTR1 System must be protected by the most extensive support services in the industry, including Customer Service, Pre-Sales Applications Assistance, After-Sales Technical Assistance, access to Technical Online Support, and Online Training using web conferencing. The Mobile VCR HTR1 System must be assembled in the U.S.A., and the manufacturer shall provide 24/7 technical assistance via a toll-free telephone number at no extra charge. The system must be a Honeywell Video Systems HTR1 Series, Mobile VCR System.
