Rugged CCTV DVR outputs setup

[borumrm]

Anybody here have the Rugged CCTV Vertex DVR? Do you have any of the outputs set to do things like dispense tokens from the changer, arm the autocashier for a wash, turn on blowdowns, etc? The manual is very slim on how to configure these sorts of things....sounds like the outputs are simply on/off. I can imagine hitting the output button from my computer and it just dispensing tokens nonstop...not what I am looking for. Any help appreciated.

 

[bigleo48]

I have that option with my DVR, but I don't use or trust them Not sure what you relays are rated for either...but I'm sure it's not much.

I have various PLCs that can do that (arm SS bays, turn various equipment on or off).
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[MEP001]

I would also use a PLC inline to control what you want. You can program it to dispense only a certain number of tokens per signal and even use a sequence of outputs from the DVR as a code which you would enter remotely.

 

[borumrm]

Any recommendations on a PLC to use?

 

[bigleo48]

Any recommendations on a PLC to use?

I like the Siemans Logo and the Controlbyweb stuff
http://www.controlbyweb.com/

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[Bubbles Galore]

Big-Can you give me an example of how you use the controlbyweb stuff? Does it have to be hooked up to broadband?

 

[washregal]

Big-Can you give me an example of how you use the controlbyweb stuff? Does it have to be hooked up to broadband?

I am all ears as well - I didnt even think of using my vertex as an output signal.