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EN-204 Encoder
User and Installation Guide
Rev. A6 April 2014
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Document Information ................................................................................................... vii
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1
2.1 Items Included in the Package ....................................................................................... 1
Hardware Description ..................................................................................................... 3
3.1 EN-204 Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 3
3.2 EN-204 Rear Panel.......................................................................................................... 4
Installing and Connecting the Encoder ............................................................................. 5
4.1 Installing the Unit ........................................................................................................... 5
4.2 Connecting the Unit ....................................................................................................... 5
4.2.1 Grounding the Unit ..................................................................................................... 6
4.2.2 Connecting the Unit to the Power Supply .................................................................. 6
4.2.3 Connecting the Unit to the Network .......................................................................... 7
4.2.4 Configuring the Unit’s Initial IP Address ..................................................................... 7
4.2.5 Connecting a Camera to the Unit ............................................................................. 10
4.2.6 Connecting Audio Inputs for Recording on a VMS ................................................... 10
4.2.7 Connecting Audio Inputs and Output for Two-Way Audio Communication ............ 11
4.2.8 Connecting Alarm Inputs from External Devices ...................................................... 12
4.2.9 Connecting Relay Outputs to Control an External Device ........................................ 12
4.2.10 RS-232 Port ............................................................................................................... 13
4.2.11 RS-485 Port ............................................................................................................... 13
4.3 Resetting the Unit ........................................................................................................ 14
4.3.1 Restoring Factory Defaults Using the Reset Button ................................................. 14
4.3.2 Power Reset .............................................................................................................. 14
Accessing the EN-204 via a Web Browser ........................................................................ 15
5.1 Live View ...................................................................................................................... 18
5.1.1 Using PTZ Controls in Live View ................................................................................ 21
5.1.2 Creating and Retrieving a Preset .............................................................................. 22
5.1.3 Configuring Video Parameters .................................................................................. 23
5.1.4 Recording .................................................................................................................. 24
5.1.5 Capturing a Picture ................................................................................................... 24
5.1.6 Viewing Live Video from a Media Player .................................................................. 25
5.2 Playback ....................................................................................................................... 27
5.3 Log ................................................................................................................................ 30
5.4 Configuration ............................................................................................................... 31
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5.4.1 Local Computer Configuration .................................................................................. 32
5.4.2 Encoder Configuration .............................................................................................. 34
5.4.3 Camera Settings ........................................................................................................ 36
5.4.4 Network Settings ...................................................................................................... 59
5.4.5 Serial Port Settings .................................................................................................... 78
5.4.6 Alarm Settings ........................................................................................................... 80
5.4.7 Exception .................................................................................................................. 86
5.4.8 User Management .................................................................................................... 87
5.4.9 Storage Management ............................................................................................... 90
5.4.10 Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 91
Appendix ............................................................................................................................. 93
A.1. Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... 94
A.2. Network Settings .......................................................................................................... 96
A.3. Connecting Leads to a Spring Clamp Terminal Block ................................................... 97
A.4. Maximum Video Cable Length ..................................................................................... 98
Contacting DVTEL ................................................................................................................. 99
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List of Figures
Figure 1: EN-204 Front Panel ......................................................................................................................... 3
Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel .......................................................................................................................... 4
Figure 3: Optional Rack-Mount Tray............................................................................................................... 5
Figure 4: DNA Discovery Window .................................................................................................................. 7
Figure 5: EN-204 Login Window ..................................................................................................................... 8
Figure 6: EN-204 Web Interface ..................................................................................................................... 8
Figure 7: DVTEL Plug-in Message ................................................................................................................... 8
Figure 8: DNA Assign IP - Use DHCP Screen ..................................................................................................... 9
Figure 9: Camera Connections ..................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 10: Microphone Connections ............................................................................................................ 10
Figure 11: Two-Way Audio Connections Using the Web Client ....................................................................... 11
Figure 12: Alarm Input Connections ............................................................................................................. 12
Figure 13: Connecting Multiple PTZ Cameras ................................................................................................ 14
Figure 14: Open File - Security Warning Dialog Box ....................................................................................... 15
Figure 15: ArielWebComponents Setup Screen 1 .......................................................................................... 16
Figure 16: ArielWebComponents Setup Screen 2 .......................................................................................... 16
Figure 17: ArielWebComponents Setup Screen 3 .......................................................................................... 17
Figure 18: Live View Window ...................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 19: Live View Screen Description ....................................................................................................... 18
Figure 20: Live View Screen ......................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 21: PTZ Control Buttons .................................................................................................................... 21
Figure 22: Preset Drop-Down List ................................................................................................................ 22
Figure 23: Video Parameters Pane ............................................................................................................... 23
Figure 24: Capture Succeeded ..................................................................................................................... 24
Figure 25: VLC Open Media Screen .............................................................................................................. 25
Figure 26: VLC Media Player Screen ............................................................................................................. 26
Figure 27: Playback Screen .......................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 28: Playback Screen Toolbar .............................................................................................................. 30
Figure 29: Download File Popup .................................................................................................................. 28
Figure 30: Playback Screen with Callouts ...................................................................................................... 29
Figure 31: Playback Progress Bar ................................................................................................................. 29
Figure 32: Log Screen.................................................................................................................................. 31
Figure 33: Configuration Screen................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 34: Local Configuration Screen .......................................................................................................... 32
Figure 35: Device Information Screen .......................................................................................................... 34
Figure 36: Time Settings Screen ................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 37: Display Settings Screen ............................................................................................................... 37
Figure 38: Video Settings Screen .................................................................................................................. 38
Figure 39: Record Schedule Settings Screen.................................................................................................. 40
Figure 40: Recording Edit Schedule Screen ................................................................................................... 41
Figure 41: Advanced Recording Schedule Screen .......................................................................................... 42
Figure 42: Capture Schedule Settings Screen ................................................................................................ 43
Figure 43: Capture Edit Schedule Screen ...................................................................................................... 44
Figure 44: Motion Detection Area Settings Screen ....................................................................................... 45
Figure 45: Motion Detection Arming Schedule Screen ................................................................................... 46
Figure 46: Edit Schedule Time Screen ........................................................................................................... 47
Figure 47: Motion Detection Triggered Actions Screen .................................................................................. 48
Figure 48: Video Loss Arming Schedule Screen ............................................................................................. 49
Figure 49: Video Loss Triggered Actions Screen ............................................................................................ 50
Figure 50: Privacy Mask Screen ................................................................................................................... 51
Figure 51: Tamper-proof Area Settings Screen .............................................................................................. 52
Figure 52: Tamper-Proof Arming Schedule Screen ........................................................................................ 53
Figure 53: Tamper-Proof Triggered Actions Screen........................................................................................ 54
Figure 54: Text Overlay Screen .................................................................................................................... 55
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Figure 55: Image with Text Overlay .............................................................................................................. 56
Figure 56: Holiday Settings Screen ............................................................................................................... 56
Figure 57: Edit Holiday Dialog Box ............................................................................................................... 57
Figure 58: Edited Holiday Settings................................................................................................................ 57
Figure 59: Snapshot Screen ......................................................................................................................... 58
Figure 60: TCP/IP Screen ............................................................................................................................. 60
Figure 61: DDNS Screen .............................................................................................................................. 61
Figure 62: Email Screen ............................................................................................................................... 63
Figure 63: SNMP Screen .............................................................................................................................. 65
Figure 64: Port Screen ................................................................................................................................ 67
Figure 65: FTP Screen ................................................................................................................................. 68
Figure 66: NetHDD Screen ........................................................................................................................... 69
Figure 67: PPPoE Screen ............................................................................................................................. 70
Figure 68: QoS Screen ................................................................................................................................. 71
Figure 69: SOCKS Screen ............................................................................................................................. 72
Figure 70: UPnP Screen ............................................................................................................................... 73
Figure 71: HTTPS Screen ............................................................................................................................. 74
Figure 72: Create Self-Signed Certificate Form .............................................................................................. 75
Figure 73: Create Certificate Request Form .................................................................................................. 76
Figure 74: Bonjour Screen ........................................................................................................................... 77
Figure 75: Network Settings > Advanced Screen ........................................................................................... 77
Figure 76: RS-232 Settings Screen ................................................................................................................ 78
Figure 77: RS-485 Settings Screen ................................................................................................................ 79
Figure 78: Alarm Input Arming Schedule Tab ................................................................................................ 81
Figure 79: Alarm Input Triggered Actions Screen ........................................................................................... 83
Figure 80: Alarm Output Settings Tab .......................................................................................................... 85
Figure 81: Exception Screen ........................................................................................................................ 86
Figure 82: Add User Basic Permission Screen ................................................................................................ 87
Figure 83: Add User Camera Configuration Screen ........................................................................................ 89
Figure 84: User Information Screen ............................................................................................................. 89
Figure 85: Highlighted User Information Screen ............................................................................................ 89
Figure 86: User Information Screen ............................................................................................................. 90
Figure 87: Highlighted User Information Screen ............................................................................................ 90
Figure 88: Storage Management Screen ....................................................................................................... 91
Figure 89: Maintenance Screen ................................................................................................................... 92
Figure 90: Spring Clamp Terminal Block Connector ....................................................................................... 97
Figure 91: Connecting a Wire to a Terminal Block Connector ......................................................................... 97
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Revision History
Version
Date
Author
Comments
A1
Aug. 26, 2013
Alan Singer
First release
A2
October 2013
Alan Singer
Second release
A3
February 20, 2014
Alan Singer
Third revision (Internal release)
A4
March 20, 2014
Alan Singer
Revised ActiveX installation
A5
March 30, 2014
Alan Singer
Updated EN-204 photos and schematics with
product photos
A6
April 10, 2014
Alan Singer
Changed title from EN-204 User’s Guide to
EN-204 User and Installation Guide. Updated
EN-204 photos and schematics with product
photos. General editing.
Revision History
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Document Information
Note:
This document is intended for use by technical users who have a basic understanding
of CCTV camera/video equipment and LAN/WAN network connections.
Warning:
Installation must follow safety, standards, and electrical codes as well as the laws that
apply where the units are being installed.
Document Information
Document Scope and Purpose
The purpose of this document is to provide instructions and installation procedures for:
Physically connecting the EN-204 encoder
Configuring setup parameters via the unit’s web interface
Operating the unit
Proprietary Rights and Non-Disclosure
This manual is delivered subject to the following restrictions and conditions:
This document contains proprietary information belonging to DVTEL, Inc. This
information is supplied solely for the purpose of assisting explicitly the licensee of the
DVTEL units.
No part of this document contents may be used for any other purpose, disclosed to any
third party or reproduced by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the express
prior written permission of DVTEL, Inc.
Trademarks and Copyrights
This manual and its contents herein are owned by DVTEL, Inc. All rights reserved.
DVTEL, the DVTEL logo, and Latitude are trademarks of DVTEL, Inc.
Products and trademarks mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
DVTEL, Inc. makes no representations whatsoever about any other products or trademarks
mentioned in the manual.
© DVTEL, Inc. 2014. All rights reserved.
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A Warning is a precautionary message that indicates a procedure or condition where
there are potential hazards of personal injury or death.
A Caution is a precautionary message that indicates a procedure or condition where
there are potential hazards of permanent damage to the equipment and or loss of
data.
A Note is useful information to prevent problems, help with successful installation, or
to provide additional understanding of the products and installation.
A Tip is information and best practices that are useful or provide some benefit for
installation and use of DVTEL products.
Disclaimer
Users of DVTEL products accept full responsibility for ensuring the suitability and considering the
role of the product detection capabilities and their limitation as they apply to their unique site
requirements.
DVTEL, Inc. and its agents make no guarantees or warranties to the suitability for the users’
intended use. DVTEL, Inc. accepts no responsibility for improper use or incomplete security and
safety measures.
Failure in part or in whole of the installer, owner, or user in any way to follow the prescribed
procedures or to heed WARNINGS and CAUTIONS shall absolve DVTEL, Inc. and its agents from any
resulting liability.
Specifications and information in this guide are subject to change without notice.
Document Conventions
WARNING and CAUTION notes are distributed throughout this document, whenever applicable, to
alert you of potentially hazardous situations. These may be hazards associated with a task or a
procedure you are carrying out or are about to carry out.
The following document conventions are used throughout this manual:
General Cautions and Warnings
This section contains information that indicates a procedure or condition where there are potential
hazards. These may be hazards associated with a task or procedure a user is carrying out or about
to carry out. WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are distributed throughout this document, whenever
applicable, to alert the user of potentially hazardous situations.
SAVE ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
Although the unit is designed and manufactured in compliance with all applicable safety standards,
certain hazards are present during the installation of this equipment.
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Warning:
1. Only qualified trained personnel should service and repair this equipment.
2. Observe local codes and laws and ensure that installation and operation are
in accordance with fire, security and safety standards.
Warning:
1. Read the installation instructions before you connect the unit to a power
source.
2. Electrical safety should always be observed. All electrical connections must
be performed by a certified electrician.
3. Use the supplied power supply and protect against static electricity,
ground faults and power surges.
4. If you use an extension cord with this system, make sure that the total
ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
5. To avoid possible shock hazards or damaging the unit, assure that the
positive and negative of the power leads are properly connected to the
terminal block connector before plugging it into the unit or turning on the
power source.
6. In the following situations, turn off the electric power immediately and
appropriate repairs, replacements or remedies should be taken if:
The power line or plug is damaged, frayed or shows heavy
wear.
The unit has been physically crushed or deformed.
The unit has been exposed to water.
The unit has been exposed to, or shows signs of damage from,
fire, intense heat, heavy smoke, fumes, or vapors.
Electrical connections of the unit become abnormally hot or generate
smoke.
The unit has been dropped, damaged or shows signs of loose internal
parts.
The unit does not operate properly.
7. Failure to follow proper procedures may cause permanent damage to the
unit and may void the product warranty.
Warning:
The unit contains a lithium battery. There is a risk of severe injury if the battery is
replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions.
To help ensure safety and to help reduce risk of injury or damage, observe the following:
Electrical Safety Notice and Warnings
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Caution:
To avoid damage from overheating or unit failure, assure that there is sufficient
temperature regulation to support the unit’s requirements. Operating temperature
should be kept in the range -10° to 55°C (14° to 131°F), with no more than 90% noncondensing humidity.
Minimizing EMI and RFI
When wires run for a significant distance in an electromagnetic field, electromagnetic interference
(EMI) can occur. Strong EMI (e.g. lightning or radio transmitters) can destroy the units and can
pose an electrical hazard by conducting power through lines and into the system. Poor quality or
worn wiring can result in radio frequency interference (RFI). To minimize the effects of EMI and
RFI, consult your reseller.
Site Preparation
There are several requirements that should be properly addressed prior to installation at the site.
The following specifications are requirements for proper installation and operation of the unit:
Ambient Environment Conditions: Avoid positioning the unit near heaters or heating
system outputs. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Use proper maintenance to ensure
that the unit is free from dust, dirt, smoke, particles, chemicals, smoke, water or water
condensation, and exposure to EMI.
Accessibility: The location used should allow easy access to unit connections and cables.
Safety: Cables and electrical cords should be routed in a manner that prevents safety
hazards, such as from tripping, wire fraying, overheating, etc. Ensure that nothing rests on
the unit’s cables or power cords.
Ample Air Circulation: Leave enough space around the unit to allow free air circulation.
Cabling Considerations: Units should be placed in locations that are optimal for
the type of video cabling used between the unit and the cameras and external
devices. Using a cable longer than the manufacturer’s specifications for optimal
video signal may result in degradation of color and video parameters.
Physical Security: The unit provides threat detection for physical security systems. In
order to ensure that the unit cannot be disabled or tampered with, the system should be
installed with security measures regarding physical access by trusted and un-trusted
parties.
Network Security: The unit transmits over IP to security personnel for video surveillance.
Proper network security measures should be in place to assure networks remain
operating and free from malicious interference. The unit is intended for installation on
the backbone of a trusted network.
Electrostatic Safeguards: The unit as well as other equipment connected to it (relay
outputs, alarm inputs, racks, carpeting, etc) shall be properly grounded to prevent
electrostatic discharge.
The physical installation of the unit is the first phase of making the unit operational in a security
plan. The goal is to physically place the unit, connect it to other devices in the system, and to
establish network connectivity.
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Introduction
QTY
Description
1
EN-204 encoder
2
Power adaptors (100-240VDC, 50/60Hz, EU and US plugs)
1
Bag containing five spring clamp terminal block connectors and screws to
connect to a rack-mount tray
1
Documentation and utilities CD
1
EN-204 Quick Installation Guide
Introduction
This User’s Guide is intended to help you physically install, configure settings for, and operate the
EN-204 encoder.
2.1 Items Included in the Package
The unit package contains the following items:
Related information:
EN-204 Quick Installation Guide
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Hardware Description
Number
Marking
Description
1
PWR
LED indicator that lights in red when the device is powered
on and in orange when the SD card is inserted.
2
LINE IN
1 x 3.5mm audio input interface to connect to a microphone
for two-way audio using the web client.
3
AUDIO OUT
1 x 3.5mm interface to connect to an audio output device
(e.g., loudspeaker) for two-way audio using the web client.
4
VIDEO IN
4 x BNC interfaces for video input.
5
AUDIO IN
4 x terminal block line input interfaces for audio input.
This section describes the EN-204 hardware.
3.1 EN-204 Front Panel
Following is a description of the connections on the front panel of the unit.
Hardware Description
Figure 1: EN-204 Front Panel
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Number
Marking
Description
1
ALARM IN
4 x relay alarm inputs.
2
ALARM OUT
2 x relay alarm outputs.
3
RS-232
1 x RS-232 serial interface for troubleshooting.
4
RS-485
1 x RS-485 serial interface to connect to PTZ cameras.
5
RESET
Restores the factory default settings. Hold the RESET
button for more than 30 seconds while powering the
device.
6
microSD
Port for microSD data storage card.
7
LAN
10/100Mbps Ethernet interface (PoE Class 3).
The right LED indicator lights in green when the network
cable is connected. The left LED indicator blinks in orange
when data is transmitted or received.
8
DC 12V
12VDC power supply.
9
GND
Ground screw terminal.
3.2 EN-204 Rear Panel
Following is a description of the connections on the rear panel of the unit.
Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel
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Caution:
To avoid damage from overheating or unit failure, ensure that there is sufficient
temperature regulation to support the unit’s cooling/heating requirements. Ambient
operating temperature should be kept in the range -10° to 55°C (14° to 131°F), with
no more than 90% non-condensing humidity.
Installing and Connecting the Encoder
This section describes how to install and connect the unit. It includes the following topics:
Installing the Unit (page 5)
Connecting the Unit (page 5)
Resetting the Unit (page 13)
4.1 Installing the Unit
The unit can be installed and mounted next to the camera (inside the camera enclosure).
Alternatively, the unit can be installed inside an equipment room on a shelf or in a rack using the
19” rack-mount tray that is available as an optional accessory (part number EN-RACK-0).
Figure 3: Optional Rack-Mount Tray
When installing the unit make sure that:
It is securely tied down and cannot be easily dislodged.
Operating temperatures are kept between the minimum/maximum allowed at all times.
Proper ventilation is provided so that the air is free to circulate around the unit.
The unit is protected from direct weather conditions (e.g., sunlight, rain, dust, etc.).
4.2 Connecting the Unit
This section includes the following topics:
Grounding the Unit (page 6)
Connecting the Unit to the Power Supply (page 6)
Connecting the Unit to the Network (page 7)
Configuring the Unit’s Network Parameters (page 7)
Connecting a Camera to the Unit (page 10)
Connecting Audio Inputs for Recording on a VMS (page 10)
Connecting Audio Inputs and Output for Two-Way Audio Communication (page 11)
Connecting Alarm Inputs from External Devices (page 12)
Connecting Relay Outputs to Control an External Device (page 12)
RS-232 Port (page 12)
RS-485 Port (page 13)
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Caution:
Before connecting to the power, review the Electrical Safety Notice and Warnings
(page ix).
Warning:
1. To prevent bodily injury or damage to the unit, only use properly rated and
approved power supplies.
2. Make sure that the power supply connection matches the positive and
negative polarity on the unit.
3. Make sure that the power supply matches the required specifications.
Electrical safety should always be observed.
4.2.1 Grounding the Unit
The unit must be grounded according to local regulations and codes.
To ground the unit
Loosen the screw of the grounding terminal located on rear panel of the unit. See Figure 2:
EN-204 Rear Panel (page 4).
Attach a properly rated ground cable to the grounding terminal. Make sure the ring/spade
terminal of the grounding cable is properly connected between the screw and rear panel.
Tighten the screw.
Ensure that the other end of the ground cable is connected to a protective earth according
to local regulations and codes.
4.2.2 Connecting the Unit to the Power Supply
There are two methods for powering the unit:
12VDC power supply
802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE Class 3)
To power the unit with a DC power supply
Use the provided two-pin spring clamp terminal block connector to connect the positive
and negative leads on the DC power supply to the + and – terminals on the power input
terminal block on the unit’s rear panel.
Power supply specifications:
100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.5 A
Output: +12VDC, ,1A
For more information on how to use the spring clamp connectors to connect the power
lines, see Connecting Leads to a Spring Clamp Terminal Block (page 97).
To power the unit using PoE (Power over Ethernet)
Insert the RJ45 connector on the Ethernet cable from the network switch into the
encoder’s LAN port. See Connecting the Unit to the Network (page 7).
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Note:
To view a summary of the network settings used by the encoder, see Network
Settings (page 96).
Note:
1. It is possible to set the IP address without changing the subnet.
2. The unit and the PC must be physically connected on the same network
segment.
3. The PC browser version must be 32-bit Internet Explorer (IE 7, 8 or 9).
4.2.3 Connecting the Unit to the Network
By default, the unit is shipped with DHCP enabled.
If your network uses firewalls, you must configure them to support communication among the
units and computers running the Internet browser used to connect to the unit’s web interface.
After connecting the unit to the network, check that it can be found on the network as described in
this section.
To connect the unit to the network
Connect the encoder’s LAN port to the same subnet (VLAN) as the PC that is running the
DVTEL DNA configuration utility. See Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel (page 4).
Change the IP address according to your specific requirements. See the next section.
4.2.4 Configuring the Unit’s Initial IP Address
Use the DVTEL DNA utility to discover the unit on the network and to set the unit’s initial IP
address.
If the encoder is managed by DVTEL’s Horizon VMS configured as a DHCP server, Horizon
automatically assigns the encoder an IP address. Verify that the encoder is configured with
DHCP-enabled.
If the encoder is managed by DVTEL’s Latitude VMS, you must manually enter its IP address
in the DNA utility.
To manage the encoder using Horizon or on a DHCP-enabled network
Insert the CD included in the package in your computer’s disk drive.
Run the dna.exe file by clicking the icon. The DNA application opens and the device
is displayed in the DNA Discovery window.
Figure 4: DNA Discovery Window
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Note:
The user name and password are case-sensitive.
Click on the unit in DNA’s Discover List. The EN-204 Login window opens.
Figure 5: EN-204 Login Window
Enter the default User Name (Admin) and Password (1234).
Click Login. The EN-204 web interface opens.
Figure 6: EN-204 Web Interface
Click the on-screen message to install the DVTEL plug-in. Follow the instructions.
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Note:
The user name and password are case-sensitive.
To manage the encoder using Latitude or on a network with static IP configuration
Insert the CD included in the package in your computer’s disk drive.
Run the dna.exe file by clicking the icon. The DNA application opens and the device is
displayed in the DNA Discovery window. See Figure 4: DNA Discovery Window (page 7).
Select the unit by right-clicking it. The DNA - Assign IP window is displayed.
Figure 8: DNA Assign IP - Use DHCP Screen
Uncheck Use DHCP.
Enter the unit’s IP address, Subnet mask, and Gateway IP address in the appropriate field.
Click Update. The unit reboots with the new settings.
Click on the unit in DNA’s Discover List. The EN-204 Login window opens.
See Figure 5: EN-204 Login Window (page 8).
Enter the default User Name (Admin) and Password (1234).
Click Login. The EN-204 web interface opens. See Figure 6: EN-204 Web Interface (page 8).
Click the on-screen message to install the DVTEL plug-in. The DVTEL Plug-in message is
displayed. See Figure 7: DVTEL Plug-in Message (page 8).
Follow the instructions in the message.
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4.2.5 Connecting a Camera to the Unit
The unit accepts composite video (1Vp-p) from PTZ cameras or stationary analog cameras
(standard, thermal, IR, and so on). Video connections should use a 75Ω coax cable. See the
Appendix for restrictions on the length of the video cable.
Connect the first camera to Channel 1. The PAL or NTSC TV standard is automatically detected by
connecting a camera to Channel 1. All channels must use the same TV standard.
Figure 9: Camera Connections
To connect a video source to the encoder
Securely connect the coax cable’s BNC connector to the analog video output of the camera
or video source.
Connect the BNC connector at the other end of the cable to the VIDEO IN BNC connector
on the front panel of the encoder. See Figure 1: EN-204 Front Panel
(page 3).
4.2.6 Connecting Audio Inputs for Recording on a VMS
You can connect a microphone to each of the encoder’s four channels and record audio
synchronized with the video in the Video Management System (VMS).
Figure 10: Microphone Connections
To connect a microphone to the unit
Connect one lead from the microphone to the AUDIO IN terminal and another lead to the
“G” (ground) terminal on the front panel of the unit. See Figure 1: EN-204 Front Panel
(page 3).
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Note:
The microphone must meet the following specifications:
Input impedance: 1k Ω
Maximum input level: 2V p-p
4.2.7 Connecting Audio Inputs and Output for Two-Way Audio Communication
The encoder’s web interface can be used to enable two-way audio communication between a
technician located near the encoder in the field and an operator viewing the live video on a PC
running the encoder’s web interface.
The LINE IN jack enables the technician to connect a microphone to the encoder. The AUDIO OUT
jack enables the technician to listen to the operator via loudspeakers located near the encoder.
The audio output signal from the unit provides a Line Out 600Ω impedance level to an amplifier,
which drives the loudspeakers.
Figure 11: Two-Way Audio Connections Using the Web Client
To connect a microphone to the encoder for two-way communication
Insert the plug on the microphone cable into the LINE IN jack on the front panel of the unit.
See Figure 1: EN-204 Front Panel (page 3).
To connect a loudspeaker to the encoder for two-way communication
Connect AUDIO OUT jack on the front panel to a cable from an amplifier.
Connect the amplifier to the loudspeakers.
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Warning:
Only dry contacts can be connected to the unit’s alarm input terminals. An external
device must fully close or fully open the circuit between the unit’s alarm input
terminals.
Warning:
Disconnect power from the unit before performing the following procedure.
Encoder
4.2.8 Connecting Alarm Inputs from External Devices
The encoder can receive alarms from four external devices, such as sensors and doors, enabling it
to trigger automatic responses.
To connect an external alarm to the unit
Using a spring clamp terminal block connector, connect one lead from the external device’s
dry contact output to one of four terminals marked ALARM IN on the encoder’s rear panel.
See Connecting Leads to a Spring Clamp Terminal Block (page 97) and Figure 2: EN-204
Rear Panel (page 4).
Connect the other end of the cable to the alarm out (dry contact) of the alarm
device/sensor.
The unit’s alarm input relay can be configured in NORMALLY OPEN (N/O) or NORMALLY CLOSED
(N/C) mode as shown below:
Figure 12: Alarm Input Connections
For instructions how to set the arming schedule for an alarm input, see Alarm Input
(page 80).
4.2.9 Connecting Relay Outputs to Control an External Device
The unit includes two relay outputs that provide an indication signal for controlling external
devices, such as door locks and lights, as a response to events and alerts.
To connect a device controller to a relay output of the unit
Connect a lead from the external device controller to the terminal on the Spring Clamp
Terminal Block according to your requirements (NORMALLY OPEN or NORMALLY CLOSED
configuration). See Connecting Leads to a Spring Clamp Terminal Block (page 97).
Connect the terminal block to the external devices connector on the power connection
panel of the unit. See Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel (page 4).
Connect the other end of the cable to the external controller, which receives the signal
from the unit and controls or powers the external device.
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Warning:
The signal from the relay output of the unit must be used as an indicator and not
for direct control of a device.
Caution:
To prevent damage to the unit, do not exceed the voltage and current ratings for
the relay terminals.
Warning:
The RS-232 standard specifies a maximum open-circuit voltage of +/- 25 volts.
Exceeding this voltage can cause permanent damage to the unit
Warning:
The RS-485 standard specifies a maximum voltage of +12V and -7 volts.
Exceeding this voltage can cause permanent damage to the unit.
4.2.10 RS-232 Port
The RS-232 serial port on the unit’s rear panel is used by a support technician for troubleshooting.
To connect a device to the RS-232 port
Use terminal block connectors to attach the TX, RX, and two ground leads from the device
to the RS-232 terminal block on the rear panel. See Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel (page 4).
To configure the RS-232 port settings, see To configure the RS-232 port (page 78).
4.2.11 RS-485 Port
The encoder’s RS-485 serial port is used to control PTZ cameras. See Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel
(page 4).
To connect a PTZ camera to the RS-485 port
Using terminal block connectors, attach the PTZ camera’s D+ and D
and D- terminals in the RS-485 terminal block on the unit’s rear panel. See Figure 2: EN-204
Rear Panel (page 4).
To configure the RS-485 port settings, see To configure the RS-485 port (page 79).
-
terminals to the D+
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To connect multiple PTZ cameras to the RS-485 port
Attach the camera to the RS-485 port according the following configuration:
Figure 13: Connecting Multiple PTZ Cameras
Assign a unique PTZ Address for each camera. The camera should be set with the same
serial address.
4.3 Resetting the Unit
The unit can be reset as follows:
Restoring Factory Defaults Using the Reset Button (page 14)
Power Reset by Removing the Power Supply or PoE cable (page 14)
4.3.1 Restoring Factory Defaults Using the Reset Button
A reset button is located on the unit’s rear panel. See Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel (page 4).
To restore factory defaults using the Reset button
Disconnect the power supply or Ethernet cable (when using PoE) from the unit.
Insert a small pointed object into the hole labeled RESET on the power connection panel of
the unit.
Connect the power supply or Ethernet cable to the unit while pressing and holding the
button.
Continue holding the button for 30 seconds.
Release the button. The unit restores factory defaults.
4.3.2 Power Reset
The unit can be reset by removing the power supply or Ethernet cable for PoE and then
reconnecting the unit.
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Note:
When the HTTPS feature is enabled, by default the system uses HTTPS login
mode (e.g., https://192.0.1.66) when you enter the IP address.
If you want to use HTTP mode to log into the device, enter http://IP address
(e.g., http://192.0.1.66).
Note:
The user name and password are case-sensitive.
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The EN-204 includes a web interface that enables it to be configured and operated from a web
browser (32-bit version of Internet Explorer 7, 8, or 9).
To access the unit via the web browser
Open Internet Explorer.
Enter the unit’s IP address in the browser’s address bar.
Press the ENTER key on your PC keyboard. The unit’s Login screen is displayed.
See Figure 5: EN-204 Login Window (page 8).
Enter the user name (default: Admin) and password (default: 1234) to log into the system.
The unit’s web interface opens. See Figure 6: EN-204 Web Interface (page 8).
If you are using the system for the first time or you have uploaded a new firmware version,
click the message displayed on the screen to download and install the
ArielWebComponents.exe plug-in. The DVTEL Plug-in message is displayed.
See Figure 7: DVTEL Plug-in Message (page 8).
Do one of the following:
Click Run.
Click Save. The file is saved in the new directory
ProgramFiles\ArielWebComponents.
Select ArielWebComponents.exe. The Open File-Security Warning dialog
box opens.
Figure 14: Open File - Security Warning Dialog Box
Click Run.
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Click Next when the Setup - ArielWebComponents dialog box opens.
Figure 15: ArielWebComponents Setup Screen 1
The ArielWebComponents plug-in is installed on your PC.
Figure 16: ArielWebComponents Setup Screen 2
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Click Finish when the following screen is displayed after the installation is completed.
Figure 17: ArielWebComponents Setup Screen 3
Refresh your screen when the web interface reopens. See Figure 6: EN-204 Web Interface
(page 8). The following pop-up message s displayed.
Figure 18: Run WebVideoActiveX Popup Message
Click Allow.
Click Live View. The Live View window opens with four empty tiles.
Figure 19: Live View Window
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The following information is displayed in the top right corner of the user interface:
About – Click About to display the unit’s firmware version and the Web Components
Setup plug-in firmware version.
Language drop-down list – Select one of the following languages for the user
interface: English (default), German, Italian, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian,
Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese.
User Account – Displays the name of the User Account. By default, Admin is
displayed.
Logout – Click Logout to exit the web interface.
Model – Displays the model number.
5.1 Live View
Live View mode enables you to capture a picture, start or stop recording, enable PTZ control with a
PTZ camera connected to the encoder, enable digital zoom, open/close audio, enable two-way
audio communication, play back video files, etc.
The following graphic shows the Live View screen layout:
Figure 20: Live View Screen Description
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Item
Description
Navigation bar
Tabs for navigating the web interface. Includes the following:
Live View (page 18)
Playback (page 27)
Log (page 28)
Configuration (page 31)
PTZ control pad
Buttons for controlling PTZ camera movement
Preset list
For creating and retrieving presets
Video parameters
button
Button for opening drop-down list to set the following video
parameters: brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue
Live View toolbar
Buttons for selecting actions in the Live View screen
Live View mode
button
Buttons for selecting the viewing mode (1x1 or 2x2)
Live View window
Displays the Live View video stream
Device list
List of the cameras attached to the encoder
To start Live View
In the Live View screen, do one of the following:
Select a tile and double-click a camera on the Channel No. drop-down list.
The Live View starts to display the camera’s video stream in the tile.
Click to start the Live View of all cameras on the Channel No. drop-
down list. The Live View starts.
Figure 21: Live View Screen
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Icon
Description
Select the display mode (1x1 or 2x2)
Start/stop all Live View cameras
Capture pictures in Live View mode
Manually start/stop all recording
Enable e-PTZ (requires a connected PTZ camera)
Previous camera
Next camera
Audio Out on/off- starts/stops audio monitoring by the web client on the
active channel.
Start/stop Two-Way Audio with the web client. See note below.
Note:
The Two-Way Audio button enables you to use the web client to receive and
transmit audio through the encoder by attaching an external microphone and
loudspeaker.
This function uses the LINE IN audio jack and the AUDIO OUT jack. When the
button is in Start mode (black icon), the audio communication is enabled. When
the button is in Stop mode (red icon), the audio communication is disabled.
Select a button for the desired action from the Live View toolbar:
To switch between Live View and Full-Screen Mode
Double-click a Live View tile to switch to the full-screen viewing mode.
To switch back to Live View mode, double-click on the screen.
This section includes the following topics:
Using PTZ Controls in Live View (page 21)
Creating and Retrieving a Preset (page 22)
Configuring Video Parameters (page 23)
Recording (page 23)
Capturing a Picture (page 24)
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Caution:
1. Before you start, make sure the PTZ camera’s R+ and R
-
terminals are connected
to the D+ and D- terminals in the RS-485 terminal block on the unit’s rear panel.
See Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel (page 4).
2. The baud rate, PTZ control and address configured in the encoder’s RS-485
Settings screen must be the same as the parameters of the connected PTZ
camera. See RS-485 Port (page 13).
Icon
Description
Zoom in/out
Focus near/far
Iris open/close
Light on/off
Wiper on/off
Adjust speed of pan/tilt movement
(levels 1-7 are selectable)
5.1.1 Using PTZ Controls in Live View
Use the PTZ control buttons in the Live View screen to pan, tilt, and zoom the camera lens.
There are 8 directional buttons (up, down, left, right, upper left, upper right, bottom left, bottom
right) on the PTZ keypad to control the pan/tilt movement.
Figure 22: PTZ Control Buttons
Select one of the following buttons to control other PTZ movements from the PTZ keypad:
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Note:
Depending on the PTZ protocol, up to 256 presets are configurable.
5.1.2 Creating and Retrieving a Preset
A Preset is a predefined camera view that is composed of the camera's pan, tilt, and zoom settings.
Each preset is numbered and enables an operator to quickly jump to that specific position in a live
view.
Presets are used to create a Sequence, which is an automated series of camera movements from
one Preset to another, in a pre-determined order, and for configurable time periods.
Similarly, Patterns are used to create a stored route defined through manual adjustment of pan,
tilt, and zoom.
Unlike Presets, Sequences and Patterns cannot be set from the encoder’s web interface. They must
be set from the camera’s interface.
To create a preset
Select a preset number from the Preset list.
Use the PTZ control buttons to move the lens in the desired position. You can use any of
the following commands:
Pan the camera to the right or left
Tilt the camera up or down
Zoom in or out
Refocus the lens
Click the icon to finish setting the preset.
To retrieve a preset
Select a pre-defined preset from the preset list.
Click the icon to retrieve a preset from the Preset drop-down list. The preset is selected.
Figure 23: Preset Drop-Down List
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Note:
The adjustment range is 0 - 100. The default setting is 60. Click
to restore the default settings.
A preset can be linked to a PTZ alarm by selecting Configuration > Alarm Settings > Alarm Input >
Triggered Actions. See Alarm Input (page 80).
5.1.3 Configuring Video Parameters
To configure video parameters
Click Video Parameters. The Video Parameters pane opens:
Figure 24: Video Parameters Pane
Adjust the slider to control the setting for:
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Hue
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5.1.4 Recording
Select one of the following recording types:
Manual
Scheduled
5.1.4.1 Manual Recording
To record manually
Do one of the following:
For an individual camera, select the camera from the device list.
Click the Camera icon next to the camera name to start recording. The
icon changes to .
Click the icon to stop recording. The pop-up message “Recording Succeeded” is
displayed.
For all cameras, click the Start All Recording icon on the toolbar. The icon
changes to .
Click the icon to stop recording. The pop-up message “All Record Succeeded” is
displayed.
5.1.4.2 Scheduled Recording
To set a recording schedule, see Schedule Settings (page 40).
5.1.5 Capturing a Picture
It is possible to capture a picture as a snapshot in Live View mode and save it as a jpeg image for
playback in the future.
To capture a picture in Live View mode
In Live View mode, click the button on the toolbar to capture the live pictures. When
the picture is captured, the following pop-up message appears in the lower right corner.
Figure 25: Capture Succeeded
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Note:
You can download the VLC player from
http://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html.
5.1.6 Viewing Live Video from a Media Player
The Live Video main stream and sub-stream can be viewed with a media player, such as VLC. Streams
can be viewed for all channels and video encoding formats.
To view a media stream with VLC
Open VLC
From the Media tab, select Open Network Stream. The Open Media screen is displayed.
Figure 26: VLC Open Media Screen
Enter the URL for the stream in the address bar:
The syntax for entering in the media player’s URL for the main stream is:
rtsp://Admin:1234@xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/mp4/ch1/main/av_stream
The syntax for entering in the media player’s URL for the sub-stream is:
rtsp://Admin:1234@xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/mp4/ch1/sub/av_stream
Where:
‘Admin’ is the user ID
‘1234’ is the password
‘xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx’ is the IP address of the encoder
‘mp4’ refers to the MPEG4 video encoding format (other values include h264,
mp2, and mjpeg)
‘ch1’ stands for Channel 1 (other values include ch2, ch3, and ch4)
‘main’ or ‘sub’ refers to the main stream or sub-stream connection
‘av_stream’ stands for Audio & Video stream (also enables viewing a video-only
stream)
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Note:
Verify that the values entered in URL string agree with the values set in the
Video Settings screen.
Click Play. The video stream is displayed in the media player.
Figure 27: VLC Media Player Screen
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Icon
Description
Select the display mode (1x1, 2x2, or 3x3)
Stop playing
Fast forward
Stop all channels from playing
Download video files — Files stored on the microSD card or network disk are
formatted in a proprietary format. Click this icon to download, format and save
files, and play them on an application other than the encoder’s web interface.
Audio on/off
Play/Pause
Slow forward
Play by single frame
Capture pictures in playback mode
Start/stop clipping video files
5.2 Playback
Recorded video files can be played back through the web browser. The Playback screen includes
the following control buttons:
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To playback video
To enter the Playback screen, click Playback on the menu bar. The Playback screen opens.
Figure 28: Playback Screen
Select a camera from the device list.
To download a file, select one of the following methods:
Click the Download button to download a video file.
a. Select the clip from the Download File popup that opens.
Figure 29: Download File Popup
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Select a date and time from the calendar.
Figure 30: Playback Screen with Callouts
a. Click Search.
b. From the calendar, select the date to search.
c. At the bottom of the page, enter the time of the event to search.
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d. Click the right arrow to go to the time in the clip. The clip is displayed
in the progress bar on the bottom of the screen.
Figure 31: Playback Progress Bar
The color of the progress bar represents the different video types:
Blue: A scheduled clip has been selected
Red: A clip of an alarm has been selected
The requested time is indicated by a vertical line superimposed
over the date and time.
e. To view a specific start time in the clip, drag the progress bar to the
time.
f. To view a period of time in the clip:
To select the start time, move the cursor over the blue or red strip
and click the gray scissor icon .
To select the stop time, move the cursor over the blue or red strip
and click the red scissor icon .
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Note:
Files stored on the network disk are formatted in a proprietary format. In
order to play them on an application other than the encoder’s web interface,
click the Download icon to format and save files. These files are saved in the
directory defined in the Local Configuration screen. See Figure 35: Local
Configuration Screen (page 32). You can click the file and playback the clip in
the VLC media player.
Caution:
Make sure the network disk has been initialized for first time use.
From the toolbar, select the buttons required to perform the desired action.
Figure 32: Playback Screen Toolbar
Click the Zoom In/Zoom Out buttons as neeed.
5.3 Log
The operation, alarm, exception and information of the device can be stored in log files, which can
be viewed and exported at any time.
The Log function can be used only when the encoder is connected to a network disk.
To use the log function
To enter the Log screen, click Log.
In the Search Log pane, set the log search conditions to refine your search from the
following options:
Major Type – All Types, Alarm, Exception, Operation, or Information
Minor Type – All Types
Start Time – Select a time and date from the calendar
End Time – Select a time and date from the calendar
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Note:
Up to 100 log files can be displayed in the list.
Click the Search button to start searching log files. Matched log files are displayed in the
Log screen:
Figure 33: Log Screen
Click to save the searched log files to a local directory.
5.4 Configuration
Device and client PC parameters are set in the Configuration window. From the navigation bar,
select the Configuration tab. The Configuration screen opens.
Figure 34: Configuration Screen
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From the Configuration screen sidebar menu, select the following tabs to configure settings:
Local Computer Configuration (page 32)
Encoder Configuration (page 33)
Device Parameters > Time Settings (page 34)
Camera Settings (page 36)
Network Settings (page 59)
Serial Port Settings (page 77)
Alarm Settings (page 80)
Exception (page 86)
User Management (page 87)
Storage Management (page 90)
Maintenance (page 91)
5.4.1 Local Computer Configuration
The Local Configuration screen is used to configure the client PC to operate with the encoder.
To set local computer parameters
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Local Computer Configuration. The Local
Configuration screen opens.
Figure 35: Local Configuration Screen
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Click Browse to change the directory for saving video files or pictures.
Set the following parameters:
Protocol – Select TCP or UDP from the drop-down list. UDP provides
superior real-time audio and video streams, but the audio or video
packets could get lost or corrupted during transmission. TCP ensures
complete delivery of the stream, but with a possible delay.
Stream Type – Select Main Stream or Sub Stream from the drop-down
list. See Video Settings (page 38).
Image Size – Select Auto-Fill, 4:3, or 16:9 from the drop-down list.
Record File Size – Select 256M, 512M, or 1G from the drop-down list.
Live View Performance – Select Least Delay, Balanced, or Less Fluency
from the drop-down list.
Enter the directory path for saving the following files in the respective text box. By default,
the path is the path created for the web client software on the VMS client PC. To change
the path, uninstall and reinstall the client software to the desired path.
Save record files to – This is the path to save the manually recorded
video files.
Save snapshots in live view to – This is the path to save the manually
captured pictures in Live View mode.
Save snapshots when playback to – This is the path to save the
captured pictures in playback mode.
Save clips to – This is the path to save the video clips in playback mode.
Save downloaded files to – This is the path to save the downloaded
video files or pictures.
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Note:
Only the Device Name field can be changed.
5.4.2 Encoder Configuration
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Encoder Configuration to configure the encoder. The
Device Information screen within the Device Parameters tab is displayed.
Figure 36: Device Information Screen
The Device Information screen displays the following details about the encoder:
Device Name – Enter the name you select for the unit in this field.
Model – Displays the encoder model number.
Serial No. – Displays the unit’s serial number.
Firmware Version – Displays the unit’s firmware version.
Encoding Version – Displays the unit’s encoding firmware version.
Number of Channels – The number is always “1”.
Number of HDDs – The number depends on the number of connected HDDs.
Number of Alarm Input – The number is always “4”.
Number of Alarm Output – The number is always “2”.
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Note:
The DST Bias is the offset from UTC used when DST is in effect. It
is displayed in +/-HHMM format.
5.4.2.1 Time Settings
From the Configuration sidebar, select Device Parameters > Time Settings to set the local time. The
Time Settings screen is displayed.
Figure 37: Time Settings Screen
To configure time settings
Select the local time zone from the drop-down list.
Select one of the following options:
NTP to configure time from a Network Time Server
In the respective text box, enter the Server Address, NTP Port
and Interval (number of minutes between requests for
synchronization) for the NTP server.
Manual Time Sync. to set the time manually
In the Device Time text box, enter the local time.
Do one of the following:
In the Set Time text box, enter the local time.
Check Sync. with computer time to set the time from
your PC.
Check Enable DST to enable Daylight Savings Time
Set the Start Time, End Time and DST Bias for Daylight
Savings Time.
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Click Save when finished.
Related information:
For information about the Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP), go to www.ntp.org.
For a list of SNTP time servers on the Internet, go to
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/262680.
For information about enabling a Windows computer to work as a time server, refer to
Windows Time Service.
5.4.3 Camera Settings
This section contains instructions how to set basic camera settings.
To configure camera settings
From the Configuration sidebar, select Camera Settings. The Camera Settings menu opens.
Select the following tabs to configure camera settings:
Display Settings (page 37)
Video Settings (page 38)
Schedule Settings (page 40)
Motion Detection (page 45)
Video Loss (page 49)
Privacy Mask (page 51)
Tamper-proof (page 52)
Text Overlay (page 55)
Holiday Settings (page 56)
Snapshot (page 57)
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Note:
This must be a unique name.
5.4.3.1 Display Settings
The Display Settings screen is used to configure the On-Screen Display (OSD) settings that are
overlaid on the video image.
From the Configuration sidebar, select Camera Settings > Display Settings. The Display Settings
screen opens.
Figure 38: Display Settings Screen
To configure On-Screen Display settings
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
In the Camera Name text box, enter a friendly name for the camera.
In the OSD Settings area, check the options that you want to display on the screen: Display
Name, Display Date, Display Week, Time Format, Date Format, and Display Mode.
To configure the settings on another camera, do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
Check Select All to copy the settings to all cameras.
Check the camera checkbox to copy settings to a specific camera.
Click Save.
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5.4.3.2 Video Settings
The Video Settings screen is used to configure camera video parameters such as resolution, bitrate
type, frame rate, video encoding compression type, and more.
From the Configuration sidebar, select Camera Settings > Video Settings. The Video Settings screen
opens.
Figure 39: Video Settings Screen
To configure video settings
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
From the Stream Type drop-down list, select one of the following video streams:
Main Stream (Normal): Select the video settings for viewing the main
stream
Sub Stream: Select the video settings for viewing the sub-stream
Main Stream (Event): Select the video settings for viewing events
Upon selecting this setting, the Enable Event Compression Parameters
checkbox is displayed. If you want to set different video settings for
the Event stream, check this box and configure the video settings.
From the Video Type drop-down list, select Video Stream or Video&Audio.
From the Resolution drop-down list, select:
For PAL systems: 720*576 (D1), 704*576 (4CIF), 704*288 (2CIF), 352*288 (CIF), or
176*144 (QCIF). The default is D1.
For NTSC systems: 720*480 (D1), 704*480 (4CIF), 704*240 (2CIF), 352*240 (CIF), or
176*120 (QCIF). The default is D1.
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Note:
The EN-204 automatically detects whether it is operating on a PAL or NTSC
system.
Note:
Not all Video Management Systems support all video formats.
From the Bitrate Type drop-down list, select Variable or Constant.
Constant Bit Rate (CBR) is used for setting a constant, maximum bit rate. CBR is
not optimal for storage or quality, because it does not allocate enough data for
complex sections (which results in degraded quality), and wastes data on simple
sections. Choosing a higher bit rate results in better quality, but requires more
storage.
Variable Bit Rate (VBR) files vary the amount of data per time segment. VBR
enables a higher bit rate (and therefore requires more storage space) for more
complex video or audio, while a lower bit rate and less storage space is allocated
to less complex media. VBR files may take longer to encode and might be more
problematic for streaming if the maximum bit rate is not set high enough to allow
for high instantaneous bit rates.
From the Video Quality drop-down list, select Highest, Higher, Medium, Low, Lower, or
Lowest.
From the Frame Rate drop-down list, select the number of frames per second (FPS) from
25 (for a PAL system) or 30 (for an NTSC system) to 1/16. The higher the FPS, the smoother
the motion in the video.
In the Max. Bitrate text box, enter the maximum bit rate in Kbps (≤ 8,192 Kbps). The higher
the bit rate, the better the image quality. This is especially helpful for allowing high
instantaneous bit rates when using VBR. A higher bit rate consumes more storage space,
however.
From the Video Encoding drop-down list, select the video compression format: MPEG2,
MPEG4, H.264, or MJPEG according to the required image quality and storage limitations.
To configure the settings on another camera, do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
Check Select All to copy the settings to all cameras.
Check the camera checkbox to copy settings to a specific camera.
Click Save.
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Caution:
Before you start, make sure that:
1. The encoder is connected to a network disk or that a microSD card is installed.
2. The network disk has been initialized when used for the first time.
5.4.3.3 Schedule Settings
The Schedule Settings screen is used to configure recording or capture (snapshot) settings.
From the Configuration sidebar, select Camera Settings > Schedule Settings to configure recording
or capture settings. The Schedule Settings screen opens on the Record tab.
Figure 40: Record Schedule Settings Screen
5.4.3.3.1 Setting a Recording Schedule
To set a recording schedule
From the Channel No. drop-down list on the Record tab, select a camera.
Check Enable Record Schedule.
Do one of the following:
Click Edit to edit the recording schedule.
Click Advanced to configure advanced recording settings.
To edit the recording schedule, click Edit. The Edit Schedule screen opens.
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Note:
The Holiday tab is not displayed by default. To enter a holiday, see
Holiday Settings (page 56).
Note:
Up to 8 periods can be configured. The time of each period
cannot be overlapped.
Figure 41: Recording Edit Schedule Screen
Configure the following settings:
From the tabs at the top of the screen, select the day of the week or holiday to
configure a scheduled recording.
Do one of the following:
To set a recording schedule for an entire day, check All Day.
To set a recording schedule during different time periods, check
Customize.
o Set the Start Time and End Time for each period.
Select a Record Type for the entire day or time period from the following options:
Normal, Motion Detection, Alarm, Motion | Alarm, or Motion & Alarm.
To copy the settings to other days of the week, in the Copy to Camera area, do one of the
following:
Check Select All to copy settings of a particular day to the whole week.
Check the day(s) and click Copy to copy settings of a particular day to
another day.
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Click OK to save the settings. The Edit Schedule screen closes.
To configure advanced recording settings, click Advanced. The Advanced screen opens.
Figure 42: Advanced Recording Schedule Screen
Configure the following settings:
Pre-record – Select a time (No Pre-record, 5s, 10s, 15s, 20s, 25s, 30s, Not Limited)
Post-record – Select a time (5s, 10s, 30s, 1min, 2min, 5min, 10min)
Redundant Record – Select Yes or No
Overwrite – Select Yes or No
Record Audio – Select Yes or No
Expired Time – Enter the number of days. Enter 0 for continuous recording.
Click OK when finished
To configure the settings on another camera, do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
Check Select All to copy the settings to all cameras.
Check the channel number of the camera(s) to which you want to copy
settings.
Click Save to store your settings.
5.4.3.3.2 Setting a Capture Schedule
To set a capture schedule
Click the Capture tab in the Schedule Settings screen. The Schedule Settings screen opens
with the text of the Capture tab displayed in red.
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Figure 43: Capture Schedule Settings Screen
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
Check Enable Capture Schedule.
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Note:
The Holiday tab is not displayed by default. To enter a holiday, see
Holiday Settings (page 56).
Note:
Up to 8 periods can be configured. The time of each period cannot be
overlapped.
Click Edit. The Edit Schedule screen opens.
Do the following:
From the tabs at the top of the screen, select the day of the week or holiday to
configure scheduled recording.
Do one of the following:
To set a capture schedule for an entire day, check All Day.
To set a capture schedule during different time periods, check
Customize.
Figure 44: Capture Edit Schedule Screen
o Set the Start Time and End Time for each period.
Select a Capture Type for the entire day or time period from the following options:
Normal, Motion Detection, Alarm, Motion | Alarm, or Motion & Alarm.
To copy the settings to other days of the week, do one of the following:
Check Select All to copy settings of a particular day to the whole week.
Check the day(s) and click Copy to copy settings of a particular day to
another day.
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Click OK to save the settings. The Edit Schedule window closes.
To configure the settings on another camera, do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
Check Select All to copy the settings to all cameras.
Check the channel number of the camera(s) to which you want to copy
settings.
Click Save to store your settings.
5.4.3.4 Motion Detection
Motion detection is a function that automatically records video and sends alarms related to motion
that has been detected in the surveillance scene.
This section includes the following topics:
Configuring Motion Detection Area Settings (page 46)
Configuring the Motion Detection Arming Schedule (page 46)
Configuring the Motion Detection Triggered Actions (page 47)
To configure motion detection settings
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > Camera Settings > Motion Detection. The
Motion Detection screen opens on the Area Settings tab.
Figure 45: Motion Detection Area Settings
Screen
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
Check Enable Motion Detection.
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Note:
1. There is no limit to the number of motion detection areas that can be created.
2. A movement in any motion detection area triggers an alarm. It is not possible to
associate a triggered alarm with a specific area.
5.4.3.4.1 Configuring Motion Detection Area Settings
The Area Setting tab is used to draw the motion detection area.
To configure motion detection area settings
Click the Draw Area icon.
Drag the mouse over a zone in the live video image.
Use the Sensitivity slider to vary the sensitivity of the motion detection. .
The range is from 1 to 6. The assigned sensitivity is a global setting for all areas.
Click again to stop drawing.
Click the Trash icon to clear all motion detection areas.
Repeat the above steps for each zone and for each camera.
Click Save.
5.4.3.4.2 Setting the Motion Detection Arming Schedule
Select the Arming Schedule tab to set the schedule for detecting motion in the area. The Motion
Detection Arming Schedule screen opens.
Figure 46: Motion Detection Arming Schedule Screen
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Note:
The Holiday tab is not displayed by default. To enter a holiday, see
Holiday Settings (page 56).
Note:
1. Up to 8 segments can be configured for each day.
2. The time of each segment cannot overlap.
Click Edit. The Edit Schedule Time screen opens.
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Figure 47: Edit Schedule Time Screen
Do the following:
Select the day of the week or holiday to configure scheduled recording.
Set the Start Time and End Time for each period.
Do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
To copy settings of a particular day to the whole week, check Select
All.
To copy settings of a particular day to another day, check the day and
click Copy.
Click OK to save the settings. The Edit Schedule Time screen closes.
Click Save.
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Note:
You must reboot the unit in order to activate the settings.
5.4.3.5 Setting the Motion Detection Triggered Actions
Select the Triggered Actions tab to set the actions which are taken for the detected motion. The
Motion Detection Triggered Actions screen opens.
Figure 48: Motion Detection Triggered Actions Screen
To set the motion detection triggered action
In the Actions area, check the action:
Notify Surveillance Center – When an event occurs, an ONVIF alarm
message is sent to the remote client PC in the Video Management
System.
Send Email – When an event occurs, an email is sent with alarm
information to a user or users. To configure email settings, see Email
(page 63).
Upload to FTP – Capture the image when an alarm is triggered and upload the picture to a
FTP server. To configure FTP settings, see
FTP (page 67).
In the Trigger Alarm Output area, do one of the following when a motion detection event
occurs:
Check Select All to trigger an external alarm output on both alarm
outputs.
Check A->1 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 1
Check A->2 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 2.
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You must select at least one camera in order to record the motion detection
event.
For example, when you set motion detection for Camera 1, if you set
Channels 2 and 3 as the Triggered Channels, when motion is detected on
Camera 1, Channels 2 and 3 cameras will record the video.
In the Trigger Channel area, do one of the following when a motion detection event
occurs:
Check Select All to trigger to start recording on all cameras. The recording finishes
when the movement/alarm stops, or after a configured post-record time period,
which is set on the Camera Settings > Schedule Settings > Advanced screen.
Select a camera checkbox to start recording on that camera. The recording finishes
when the movement/alarm stops, or after a configured post-record time period,
which is set on the Camera Settings > Schedule Settings >
Advanced screen.
Click Save.
5.4.3.6 Video Loss
The Video Loss function creates an alarm in case the video stream is lost.
To create a Video Loss alarm
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Camera Settings > Video Loss. The Video Loss
screen opens on the Arming Schedule tab.
Figure 49: Video Loss Arming Schedule Screen
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
Check Enable Video Loss Detection.
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Note:
The Holiday tab is not displayed by default. To enter a holiday, see
Holiday Settings (page 56).
5.4.3.6.1 Setting the Video Loss Arming Schedule
Use the Arming Schedule tab to set the video loss alarm schedule.
To create a video loss alarm
Click Edit. The Edit Schedule Time screen opens. See Figure 47: Edit Schedule Time Screen
(page 47).
Do the following:
Select the day of the week or holiday to schedule the alarm.
Set the Start Time and End Time for each period.
Do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
To copy settings of a particular day to the whole week, check Select
All.
To copy settings of a particular day to another day, check the day and
click Copy.
Click OK to save the settings. The Edit Schedule Time screen closes.
5.4.3.6.2 Setting the Video Loss Triggered Actions
Select the Triggered Actions tab to set the actions which are taken in the event of lost video. The
Triggered Actions screen opens.
Figure 50: Video Loss Triggered Actions Screen
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To set the video loss triggered action
In the Actions area, check the action:
Notify Surveillance Center – When an event occurs, an ONVIF alarm
message is sent to the remote client PC in the Video Management
System.
Send Email – When an event occurs, an email is sent with alarm information
to a user or users. To configure email settings, see Email (page 63).
In the Trigger Alarm Output area, do one of the following:
Check Select All to trigger an external alarm output on both alarm
outputs.
Check A->1 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 1
Check A->2 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 2.
Click Save.
5.4.3.7 Privacy Mask
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The Privacy Mask function enables you to hide sensitive areas on the video in the Live View and
during recording. From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Camera Settings > Privacy Mask.
The Privacy Mask screen opens.
Figure 51: Privacy Mask Screen
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You can draw up to four privacy mask areas in the same scene.
To set a privacy mask
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
Check Enable Privacy Mask.
To create a privacy mask, click the Draw Area icon.
Drag the mouse over a zone in the live video image.
Click again to stop drawing.
Click the Trash icon to clear all motion detection areas.
Repeat steps 3-6 for each zone and for each camera.
Click Save.
5.4.3.8 Tamper-proof
The Tamper-proof function enables you to create an alarm to notify of potential camera
tampering.
To activate the Tamper-proof function
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Camera Settings > Tamper-proof.
The Tamper-proof screen opens on the Area Settings tab.
Figure 52: Tamper-proof Area Settings Screen
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
Check Enable Video Loss Detection.
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Note:
The sensitivity setting is applied to every zone.
5.4.3.8.1 Configuring Tamper-Proof Area Settings
To create a tamper-proof zone
In the Area Settings screen, click the Draw Area icon.
Drag the mouse over a zone in the live video image.
Click again to stop drawing.
Click the Trash icon to clear all motion detection areas.
Use the Sensitivity slider to vary the sensitivity of the drawing.
Repeat steps 2-6 for each zone and for each camera.
Click Save.
5.4.3.8.2 Setting the Tamper-Proof Arming Schedule
Select Camera Settings > Tamper-proof > Arming Schedule to set the schedule for setting a tamper-
proof alarm schedule. The Arming Schedule screen opens.
Figure 53: Tamper-Proof Arming Schedule Screen
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To create a tamper-proof alarm schedule
Click Edit. The Edit Schedule Time screen opens. See Figure 47: Edit Schedule Time Screen
(page 47).
Do the following:
Select the day of the week or holiday to schedule the alarm.
Set the Start Time and End Time for each period.
Do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
To copy settings of a particular day to the whole week, check Select
All.
To copy settings of a particular day to another day, check the day and
click Copy.
Click OK to save the settings. The Edit Schedule Time screen closes.
5.4.3.8.3 Setting the Tamper-Proof Triggered Actions
Select Camera Settings > Tamper-proof > Triggered Actions to set the action by which Triggered
Actions are taken in the event of camera tampering. The Triggered Actions screen opens.
Figure 54: Tamper-Proof Triggered Actions Screen
To set the Tamper-proof triggered action
In the Actions area, check the action:
Notify Surveillance Center – Send an exception or alarm signal to a remote alarm
host (the PC installed with the remote client) when an event occurs.
Send Email – When an event occurs, an email is sent with alarm information to a
user or users. To configure email settings, see Email (page 63).
In the Trigger Alarm Output area, do one of the following:
Check Select All to trigger an external alarm output on both alarm outputs.
Check A->1 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 1
Check A->2 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 2.
Click Save.
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5.4.3.9 Text Overlay
The Text Overlay function enables you to write text for up to 8 overlays in the On-Screen Display
(OSD).
To activate the Text Overlay function
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Camera Settings > Text Overlay. The Text
Overlay screen opens.
Figure 55: Text Overlay Screen
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
In the Text Overlay Settings area text box, enter text to display on-screen.
Select the checkbox next to the text in order to display the text.
In the Copy to Camera area, do one of the following:
Check Select All to copy the text to all cameras.
Select a camera checkbox to copy the text to that camera.
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Click Save. The edited text is displayed in over the image.
Figure 56: Image with Text Overlay
Move the text location on the screen by dragging the text frame.
5.4.3.10 Holiday Settings
Use the Holiday Settings screen to set certain days with a different recording schedule. Up to 32
holidays can be set.
To activate the Holiday Settings function
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Camera Settings > Holiday Settings. The
Holiday Settings screen opens.
Figure 57: Holiday Settings Screen
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Note:
The following characters are invalid: / \ : * ? ' " < > | %
Note:
Holiday dates cannot be overlapped.
Select an item from the list and click to edit the holiday. The Edit Holiday dialog box
opens.
Figure 58: Edit Holiday Dialog Box
Do the following:
In the Holiday Name text box, enter the holiday name.
Select the Enable Holiday checkbox.
From the Type drop-down list, select the holiday type by date, week,
or month.
Set the Start Date and End Date from the drop-down list.
Click OK. The settings are saved and displayed in the Holiday Settings screen.
Figure 59: Edited Holiday Settings
5.4.3.11 Snapshot
The Snapshot function enables you to capture an image in Live View mode or during playback, and
save it as a jpeg file (default format).
Snapshots can be stored in the encoder’s storage units. The directory for storing snapshots is
defined in the Local Configuration screen. See Figure 35: Local Configuration Screen (page 32).
Snapshots also can be uploaded to an FTP server if you define event-triggered settings.
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The EN-204 automatically detects whether it is operating on a PAL
or NTSC system.
To create a snapshot
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Camera Settings > Snapshot. The Snapshot
screen opens.
Figure 60: Snapshot Screen
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
In the Timing section, enter the following information:
From the Resolution drop-down list, select one of the following resolutions:
For PAL systems: 704*576, 352*288 (default), or 176*144
For NTSC systems: 704*480, 352*240 (default), or 176*120
From the Quality drop-down list, select one of the following levels:
Low
Medium (default)
High
From the Interval drop-down list, select the number of seconds (1-5) between
snapshots. The default is 5 seconds.
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To upload captured pictures to an FTP server, enable an event-triggered
snapshot.
In the Event-Triggered section, enter the following information:
From the Resolution drop-down list, select one of the following resolutions:
For PAL systems: 704*576, 352*288 (default), or 176*144
For NTSC systems: 704*480, 352*240 (default), or 176*120
From the Quality drop-down list, select one of the following levels:
Low
Medium (default)
High
From the Interval drop-down list, select the number of seconds (1-5) between
snapshots. The default is 5 seconds.
Do one of the following:
Repeat the above steps for each camera.
To copy these settings to all cameras, check Select All.
To copy to a specific camera, check the camera.
Click Save.
5.4.4 Network Settings
Network settings (such as device parameters, network connectivity settings, and communication
protocols) must be properly configured before you can operate the encoder over your network.
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings. The following tabs should be
configured:
TCP/IP (page 60)
DDNS (page 61)
Email (page 63)
SNMP (page 64)
Port (page 67)
FTP (page 67)
NetHDD (page 69)
PPPoE (page 70)
QoS (page 71)
SOCKS (page 71)
UPnP™ (page 72)
HTTPS (page 73)
Bonjour (page 77)
Advanced (page 77)
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5.4.4.1 TCP/IP
The TCP/IP screen is used to configure the encoder’s network settings.
To enter TCP/IP settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > TCP/IP. The TCP/IP screen
opens.
Figure 61: TCP/IP Screen
Configure the following settings:
NIC Type – From the drop-down menu, select one of the following
options:
10M Half-dup
10M Full-dup
100M Half-dup
100M Full-dup
Auto (default)
If your network uses IPv4:
DHCP – Select this checkbox if your network uses a DHCP server to automatically
obtain an IP address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway.
IPv4 Address – If your network does not use a DHCP server, enter the unit’s IP
address.
IPv4 Subnet Mask – If your network does not use a DHCP server, enter the
Subnet Mask used on the network.
IPv4 Default Gateway – If your network does not use a DHCP server, enter the
Default Gateway used on the network.
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If your network uses IPv6:
IPv6 Address – Enter the unit’s IP address.
IPv6 Default Gateway – If your network uses IPv6, enter the Default Gateway
used on the network.
MAC Address – This is a read-only field.
MTU – Enter a number between 500-1500. The MTU (Maximum Transmission
Unit) is the maximum number of bytes that can be transferred in one frame on
the network. For Ethernet, the MTU is 1500 bytes. For PPPoE, the MTU is 1492
bytes.
Preferred DNS Server – Enter the primary address of the DNS server used for
sending Email.
Alternate DNS Server – Enter the secondary address of the DNS server used for
sending Email.
Click Save.
5.4.4.2 DDNS
If you select PPPoE as the default network connection, you can use Dynamic DNS (DDNS) for
network access. Before configuring the system to use DDNS, you must first register with a DDNS
service provider.
To enter DDNS settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > DDNS. The DDNS screen
opens.
Figure 62: DDNS Screen
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All other fields are disabled. Obtain a static IP address, subnet mask,
gateway and primary DNS settings from your ISP.
Check Enable DDNS to use this service.
From the DDNS Type drop-down list, select one of the following:
IPServer
DynDNS
NO-IP
For IP Server systems:
In the Server Address text box, enter the server address of your ISP (e.g.,
members.dyndns.org).
Click Save.
If your provider is DynDNS:
In the Server Address text box, enter the server address (e.g.,
members.dyndns.com).
In the Domain text box, enter the domain name obtained from the
www.dyndns.com website.
In the User Name text box, enter the user name registered in the
www.dyndns.com website.
In the Password text box, enter the password registered in the www.dyndns.com
website.
In the Confirm text box, re-enter the password.
Click Save.
If your provider is NO-IP:
In the Server Address text box, enter the server address (e.g., members. no-
ip.com).
In the Domain text box, enter the domain name obtained from the www.no-ip.com
website.
In the User Name text box, enter the user name registered in the www.no-ip.com
website.
In the Password text box, enter the password registered in the www.no-ip.com
website.
In the Confirm text box, re-enter the password.
Click Save.
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Before configuring Email settings, check that:
There is an SMTP mail server on the local area network (LAN).
The network is connected to either an intranet or the Internet.
DNS Server settings are configured in the Network Settings > TCP/IP screen.
5.4.4.3 Email
The encoder can be configured to send an Email notification if an event triggers an alarm.
Refer to the following sections for events that can trigger an alarm:
Setting the Motion Detection Triggered Actions (page 47)
Setting the Video Loss Triggered Actions (page 50)
Setting the Tamper-Proof Triggered Actions (page 54)
External Alarm Inputs (page 80)
Exception (page 86)
To configure Email settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > Email. The Email screen
opens.
Figure 63: Email Screen
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Before configuring SNMP settings, make sure that:
1. You have an SNMP manager application.
2. The SNMP versions you select on the encoder is supported by the SNMP manager.
Do one of the following:
If your mail server requires authentication to login, check
Authentication.
a. In the User Name text box, enter the user name assigned in the mail
server.
b. In the Password text box, enter the password assigned in the mail
server.
c. In the Confirm text box, re-enter the password.
If your mail server does not require authentication to login, skip to
Step 3.
Configure the following Email settings:
SMTP Server – Enter the SMTP Server IP address or host name (e.g.,
smtp.yourmail.com).
SMTP Port – The SMTP port number. The default TCP/IP port used for
SMTP is 25.
Enable SSL – Select the checkbox to enable SSL if it is required by the
SMTP server. The default TCP/IP port used for SMTP is 465.
Interval – Enter the interval of the number of seconds between two
instances of sending picture attachments.
Attached Image – Select this checkbox if you want to send email with
attached alarm images.
Sender – Enter the name of the sender.
Sender’s Address – Enter the Email address of the sender.
Choose Receiver – Select the receiver to whom the Email is sent. Up to
three receivers can be configured.
Receiver – Enter the name of user to be notified for receipt of the
Email.
Receiver’s Address – Enter the Email address of user to be notified.
Click Save to save the Email settings.
5.4.4.4 SNMP
The SNMP screen is used to configure settings so that the encoder can be managed by an Internet
Protocol (IP)-based management system. The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
provides camera status, device parameter and alarm-related information.
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To enter SNMP settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > SNMP. The SNMP screen
opens.
Figure 64: SNMP Screen
Select the checkbox for SNMP version used on your network
For SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c:
a. In the Read SNMP Community text box, verify that the name is
synchronized with the SNMP manager.
b. In the Write SNMP Community text box, verify that the name is
synchronized with the SNMP manager.
c. In the Trap Address text box, enter the IP address for the SNMP
manager.
d. In the Trap Port text box, verify that the port number is synchronized
with the SNMP manager trap port.
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This cannot be configured when using the no auth,no priv
security level.
Note:
This can be configured only when using the auth, priv
security level.
For SNMPv3:
a. In the Read UserName text box, verify that the user name is public.
b. From the Security Level drop-down list, select one of the following:
auth, priv – Communication with authentication and privacy.
auth, no priv – Communication with authentication and without
no auth, no priv – Communication without authentication and
c. Select the Authentication Algorithm (MD5 or SHA).
d. Enter the Authentication Password in the text box.
e. Select the Private-key Algorithm (DES or AES).
privacy.
privacy.
f. Enter the Private-key password in the text box.
g. In the Write UserName text box, verify that the user name is private.
h. From the Security Level drop-down list, select one of the following:
auth, priv
auth, no priv
no auth, no priv
i. Select the Authentication Algorithm (MD5 or SHA).
j. Enter the Authentication Password in the text box.
k. Select the Private-key Algorithm (DES or AES).
l. Enter the Private-key password in the text box.
In the SNMP Port text box, verify that the port number is synchronized with the SNMP
manager.
Click Save.
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You must reboot the unit in order to activate the settings.
5.4.4.5 Port
The Port screen is used to set the port numbers used for HTTP, RTSP, and HTTPS.
To enter port settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > Port. The Port screen
opens.
Figure 65: Port Screen
Configure the following settings:
HTTP Port – The default port number is 80
RTSP Port – The default port number is 554
HTTPS Port – The default port number is 443
Click Save.
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5.4.4.6 FTP
The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) can be used for uploading captured pictures and sending them via
the FTP server.
To enter FTP settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > FTP. The FTP screen
opens.
Figure 66: FTP Screen
Select Enable FTP to send pictures via the FTP server.
Configure the following settings:
In the Server Address text box, enter the FTP server’s IP address.
In the Port text box, enter the port number used by the FTP server (default: 21).
In the User Name text box, enter the user name assigned in the FTP server.
In the Password text box, enter the password assigned in the FTP server.
In the Confirm text box, re-enter the password.
From the Directory Structure drop-down list, select one of the following options:
Save in the root directory – If this option is selected, the Parent Directory and
Child Directory fields are disabled.
Save in the parent directory – If this option is selected, the Child Directory field is
disabled.
Save in the child directory.
From the Parent Directory drop-down list, select one of the following options:
Use Device Name
Use Device Number
Use Device IP Address
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To upload captured pictures to an FTP server, you must enable an EventTriggered snapshot. See
Note:
Holiday dates cannot be overlapped.
Snapshot (page 57).
Note:
The Select FTP field is disabled.
From the Child Directory drop-down list, select one of the following options:
Use Camera Name
Use Camera Number
Select the Upload Picture checkbox to upload a captured picture to the FTP server.
Click Save.
5.4.4.7 NetHDD
Before utilizing the recording, playback or log searching functions, you must configure the storage
unit(s) on the network. The encoder can record files on an external hard disk drive (HDD) and on
the built-in microSD card. You can connect up to 8 disks to the encoder.
If both the microSD card and HDD are configured as recording media, by default, the encoder first
writes to the microSD card. If multiple HDDs are used, after the microSD is full, files then are
written to the first HDD (HDD1). When that HDD is full, files are written to the next HDD (HDD2),
and so on. If all the storage units are full, an alarm can be generated if alarm is defined for the
“HDD Full” exception on the Configuration > Exception screen. See Exception (page 86).
If only the HDD is configured for recording, it is possible to use the microSD for redundancy when
the HDD is full or unavailable.
To configure HDDs
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > NetHDD. The NetHDD
screen opens.
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Figure 67: NetHDD Screen
For each external storage unit, do the following:
Enter the server IP address.
Enter the file path according to the storage unit type:
NAS: The default file path is /dvr/share, in which the share name is
user-defined during creating the DVR of the network storage.
IP SAN: The default file path is iqn.2004-05.storos.t-service ID, in
which the service ID is user-defined during creating the iSCSI volume
of the network storage
Select the storage unit type (NAS or IP SAN).
Click Save when finished.
To view the capacity, free space, status, type and property of each network disk, open the
Select Configuration > Storage Management window. See Storage Management (page 90).
Initialize each network disk from the Configuration > Storage Management screen.
5.4.4.8 PPPoE
The encoder can access the network via a DSL modem using the Point-to-Point Protocol over
Ethernet (PPPoE).
To configure PPPoE settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > PPPoE. The PPPoE screen
opens.
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The Dynamic IP field is disabled.
Figure 68: PPPoE Screen
Check Enable PPPoE to use this protocol.
Enter the following parameters:
In the User Name text box, enter the user name registered with your ISP.
In the Password text box, enter the password registered with your ISP.
In the Confirm text box, re-enter the password.
Click Save.
5.4.4.9 QoS
QoS (Quality of Service) helps to solve network delay and network congestion by configuring the
priority in which data is sent. A QoS-aware network can thus allow critical flows to be served
before flows with lower priority.
The encoder can mark the IP header in the data packets for video/audio, event/alarm and
management network traffics with different DSCP (Differentiated Services Code Point) values. The
DSCP value defines the priority level for the specified type of traffic. It is important to synchronize
the encoder’s QoS setting with the network routers’ QoS setting.
To configure QoS settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > QoS. The QoS screen
opens.
Figure 69: QoS Screen
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You must reboot the device to activate the settings.
Note:
SOCKS5 enables user authentication on the server.
Check Enable QoS to use this service.
In the Audio/Video DSCP field, enter a DSCP value from 0-63.
In the Event/Alarm DSCP field, enter a DSCP value from 0-63.
In the Management DSCP field, enter a DSCP value from 0-63.
Click Save.
5.4.4.10 SOCKS
SOCKS (SOCKet Secure) is an Internet protocol that routes network packets between a client and
server through a proxy server. This feature is useful if the encoder is located on a local area
network (LAN) behind a firewall, and you need to send Email notifications, FTP uploads, and alarms
to a destination outside the LAN. The encoder supports the SOCKS4 and SOCKS5 protocols.
To configure SOCKS settings
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > SOCKS. The SOCKS screen
opens.
Figure 70: SOCKS Screen
Check Enable SOCKS to use this service.
Configure the following settings:
Server – Enter the address of the SOCKS server.
Server Port – Enter the port of the SOCKS server (default: 1080).
Server Type – Select the server type (SOCKS4 or SOCKS5).
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Use a semicolon (;) to enter multiple network addresses: e.g.,
10.0.0.0/255.0.0.0; 172.16.0.0/255.240.0.0.
User Name – Enter the user name registered with your ISP.
Password – Enter the password registered with your ISP.
Confirm – Re-enter the password.
Local networks – Define a LAN segment that does not need to use a SOCKS proxy
server.
Click Save.
5.4.4.11 UPnP
The UPnP™ (Universal Plug and Play) protocol permits devices to automatically discover and
establish communication for sharing data with other devices on the network.
To configure UPnP
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > UPnP. The UPnP screen
opens.
Figure 71: UPnP Screen
Check Enable UPnP to use this function.
From the Port Mapping Mode drop-down list, select one of the following:
Auto – Port mapping is automatically assigned by the router. Skip to
Step 5.
Manual – Manually map the ports of devices on the network
Use the following default port addresses or change them as required:
HTTP – 80
RTSP – 554
HTTP – 443
SDK – 8000 (used by client software applications)
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In order to enable use of the HTTPS protocol, you must first create or request the
creation of a secure certificate in the HTTPS screen.
Click Save. The device port numbers and IP addresses are displayed in the Port Status area.
5.4.4.12 HTTPS
HTTPS (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure) ensures that transferred data between a web server
and a web client (the browser) is encrypted using the Secure Socket Layer/Transport Layer Security
(SSL/TLS) protocol over HTTP. The Secure Socket Layer also authenticates the identity of the client
and server.
HTTPS requires that you obtain a secure SSL certificate from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA)
organization, such as VeriSign, which verifies the identity of the certificate holder (the organization
on whose network the device operates).
HTTPS URLs begin with the prefix “https://”. After HTTPS is enabled, the system uses the HTTPS
login mode by default when you enter the IP address (e.g., https://192.0.0.64).
You can also enter http://IP address (e.g., http://192.0.0.64) if you want to use HTTP mode to log
into the device.
HTTPS uses port 443 by default.
To configure HTTPS
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > HTTPS. The HTTPS screen
opens.
Figure 72: HTTPS Screen
Do one of the following:
If you have an installed certificate, skip to Step 3.
If you do not have an installed certificate, skip to Step 4.
If you have an installed certificate, in the Installed Certificate text box, enter the details of
the certificate. If you want to delete the certificate, click Delete.
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Country and Hostname/IP are required fields.
If you do not have an installed certificate, click one of the following buttons:
Create Self-signed Certificate – Download the form from a CA to create a digital
identity signature which confirms that the private key used by the unit matches
the public key used by the CA. Skip to Step 5.
Create Certificate Request – Send a message to apply to a CA for a digital identity
certificate. Skip to Step 6.
If you are creating a self-signed certificate, click Create Self-signed Certificate. The
following screen is displayed:
Figure 73: Create Self-Signed Certificate Form
Enter the required information:
a. Country – Two-letter abbreviation for your country (e.g. US, CN, etc.)
b. Hostname/IP – Domain name of the server to be protected by SSL
(e.g., public.yourcompanyname.com)
c. Validity – Number of days for which the certificate is valid
d. Password – The password to use for accessing the server
e. State or province – Jurisdiction in which your city is located
f. Locality – City
g. Organization – The name of your organization or company
h. Organizational Unit – The name of the group within your organization
to which you belong (e.g., IT)
i. Email – The Email address of the contact person responsible for
maintaining the SSL certificate
j. Click OK. The screen closes.
In the Certificate Path text box, click Browse to select the path for the certificate.
Click Upload to load the certificate to the device.
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If you are creating a certificate request, click Create Certificate Request to download and
submit the certificate request to the CA for signature. The following screen is displayed:
Figure 74: Create Certificate Request Form
Enter the required information:
a. Country – Two-letter abbreviation for your country (e.g. US, CN, IN, etc.)
b. Hostname/IP – Domain name of the server to be protected by SSL (e.g.,
public.yourcompanyname.com)
c. Password – The password to use for accessing the server
d. State or province – Jurisdiction in which your city is located
e. Locality – City
f. Organization – The name of your organization or company
g. Organizational Unit – The name of the group within your organization
to which you belong (e.g., IT)
h. Email – The Email address of the contact person responsible for
maintaining the SSL certificate
i. Click OK. The screen closes.
In the Created Request text box, do one of the following:
Click Delete to delete the request.
Click Download to download the certificate request to the device.
Check Enable HTTPS to use this function.
Click Save.
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5.4.4.13 Bonjour
The encoder supports Apple’s Bonjour protocol for zero configuration networking (zeroconf) of
Apple devices discovered on a network.
To configure support for Bonjour
From the Configuration sidebar menu, select Network Settings > Bonjour. The Bonjour
screen opens.
Figure 75: Bonjour Screen
Set enable support for Bonjour, select the Enable Bonjour checkbox.
Enter a friendly name for the encoder in the Friendly Name text box.
Click Save.
5.4.4.14 Advanced
Enter the Multicast Address, which is used by a media player such as VLC, when viewing a clip over
the web. Click Save when finished.
Figure 76: Network Settings > Advanced Screen
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5.4.5 Serial Port Settings
The unit’s RS-232 serial port is used by a technician for troubleshooting. The encoder’s RS-485
serial port is used to control PTZ cameras.
To configure the RS-232 port
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > Serial Port Settings > 232 Serial Port. The
232 Serial Port screen opens:
Figure 77: RS-232 Settings Screen
Select the settings from the drop-down list. Default settings are:
Baud Rate – 115200 (Select from 300-115200)
Data Bit – 8 (Select from 5-8)
Stop Bit – 1 (Select 1 or 2)
Parity – None (Select None, Even, or Odd)
Flow Control – None (Select None, Hardware, or Software)
Usage – Console (Select Console or Transparent. Use Transparent
when you want data to flow directly to and from the camera.)
Click Save.
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To configure the RS-485 port
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > Serial Port Settings > 485 Serial Port. The
485 Serial Port screen opens:
Figure 78: RS-485 Settings Screen
From the Channel No. drop-down list, select a camera.
Configure the following settings from the drop-down list. Default settings are:
Baud Rate – 4800 (select from 300-115200)
Data Bit – 8 (select from 5-8)
Stop Bit – 1 (select 1 or 2)
Parity – None (select None, Even, or Odd)
Flow Control – None (select None, Hardware, or Software)
Verify that the PTZ Protocol is set to Transparent on the encoder. Set the PTZ Protocol in
the Video Management System according to the PTZ camera manufacturer’s instructions.
When finished, click Save.
Enter the PTZ Address in the text box.
Repeat the above steps for each camera or do one of the following:
Check Select All to copy the settings to all cameras.
Check the channel number of the camera(s) to which you will copy
settings.
Click Save.
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Repeat the procedures below for each alarm.
5.4.6 Alarm Settings
Alarms can be configured for a number of events. Click the links below for instructions how to set
the method by which an alarm is sent for the following events:
Motion detection (page 47)
Video loss (page 50)
Tamper-proof (page 54)
External alarm input (page 83)
Exception (page 86)
This section deals with configuring the following:
Alarm Input Settings (page 83)
Alarm Output Settings (page 85)
5.4.6.1 Alarm Input Settings
Four alarm inputs can be connected to the encoder’s rear panel. See Figure 2: EN-204 Rear Panel
(page 4).
Many actions can be triggered upon receiving an input alarm, as discussed below. For example, an
input alarm can trigger recording of the input from a few cameras, enable an alarm output, trigger
PTZ camera movement (preset, sequence, pattern, etc.), and more.
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To configure external alarm input settings
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > Alarm Settings > Alarm Input. The Alarm
Input Settings screen opens on the Arming Schedule tab:
Figure 79: Alarm Input Arming Schedule Tab
From the Alarm lnput No. drop-down list, select an alarm (A<-1, A<-2, A<-3, or A<-4).
From the Alarm Type drop-down list, select one of the following:
NC – Normally Closed
NO – Normally Open
Enter the unit’s IP address in the text box.
In the Alarm Name text box, enter a friendly name for the alarm.
Click Edit. The Edit Schedule Time screen opens. See Figure 47: Edit Schedule Time Screen
(page 47).
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1. Up to 8 segments can be configured for each day.
2. The time of each segment cannot overlap.
3. If you enable a holiday, a checkbox for Holiday is displayed after the
days of the week. See Holiday Settings (page 56).
To configure the alarm schedule settings
From the Edit Schedule Time screen, do the following:
Select the day of the week or holiday to configure the schedule.
Set the Start Time and End Time for each period.
Do one of the following to set a daily schedule:
Repeat the above steps for each alarm.
To copy settings of a particular day to the whole week, check Select
All.
To copy settings of a particular day to another day, check the day(s)
and click Copy.
Click OK to save the settings. The Edit Schedule Time screen closes and the Alarm
Input Arming Schedule tab reopens.
Do one of the following to copy an alarm schedule:
Check Select All to copy the alarm schedule to all alarms.
Check the alarm number (A<-1, A<-2, A<-3, or A<-4) to copy the alarm
settings to a specific camera.
Click Save.
Go to the next section.
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You must reboot the unit in order to activate the settings.
To configure the input alarm triggered actions
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > Alarm Settings > Alarm Input. The Alarm
Input Settings screen opens on the Arming Schedule tab. See Figure 79: Alarm Input
Arming Schedule (page 81).
Select the Triggered Actions tab. The Alarm Input Settings > Triggered Actions screen
opens.
Figure 80: Alarm Input Triggered Actions Screen
In the Actions section, select one or more of the following alarm methods:
Notify Surveillance Center – When an event occurs, an ONVIF alarm
message is sent to the remote client PC in the Video Management
System.
Send Email – When an event occurs, an email is sent with alarm
information to a user or users. To configure email settings, see Email
(page 63).
Upload to FTP – Capture the image when an alarm is triggered and upload the picture to a
FTP server. To configure FTP settings, see
FTP (page 67).
In the Trigger Alarm Output area, do one of the following when an event occurs:
Check Select All to trigger an external alarm output on both alarm outputs.
Check A->1 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 1.
Check A->2 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 2.
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A Preset is a predefined camera view that is composed of the camera's
pan, tilt, and zoom settings. Each preset is numbered and enables an
operator to quickly jump to that specific position in a live view.
Note:
A Sequence is an automated series of camera movements from one
Preset to another, in a pre-determined order, and for configurable
time periods.
Note:
A Pattern is a stored route defined through manual adjustment of pan,
tilt, and zoom.
In the Trigger Channel area, do one of the following when an event occurs:
Check Select All to trigger recording on all cameras.
Select a camera checkbox to trigger recording on the selected cameras.
Do one of the following:
If you are using a fixed camera, skip to the next section.
If you are using a PTZ camera, go to the next step.
If you are using a PTZ camera, in the PTZ Control area, do the following:
From the PTZ Control drop-down list, select a camera (channel).
To enable a Preset, check Enable. The Preset No. drop-down list is enabled.
From the Preset No. drop-down list, select a preset number from 1-265.
To enable a Sequence, check Enable. The Sequence No. drop-down list is enabled.
From the Sequence No. drop-down list, select a number from 1-16.
To enable a Pattern, check Enable. The Pattern No. drop-down list is enabled.
From the Pattern No. drop-down list, select a number from 1-6.
Repeat Steps a-d for each camera.
Go to the next section.
To copy alarm settings to another camera
In the Copy to Alarm area, do one of the following:
Check Select All to copy the alarm settings to all alarms.
Check an alarm checkbox to copy the alarm settings to that specific alarm.
Click Save.
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Repeat the procedures below for each alarm.
Note:
If you select Manual, Latitude controls the alarm output.
5.4.6.2 Alarm Output Settings
Two alarm outputs can be connected to the encoder’s rear panel. See Figure 1: EN-204 Front Panel
(page 3).
To configure the alarm output settings
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > Alarm Settings. Select the Alarm Input tab.
The Alarm Input Settings screen opens:
Select the alarm output (1 or 2) from the drop-down list.
Set the default status: High Level or Low Level.
Set the delay. This is the length of time until the encoder can detect the next event.
Choose from 5s, 10s, 30s, 1min, 2min, 5min, 10min or Manual.
In the Alarm Name text box, enter a name for the alarm.
Figure 81: Alarm Output Settings Tab
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A video input resolution mismatch exception alarm occurs when the
resolution selected on the Configuration > Camera Settings > Video
Settings screen and the actual video input resolution are mismatched.
See Video Settings (page 38).
5.4.7 Exception
An exception is an alarm triggered by a certain event or condition. The Exception screen is used to
define the actions taken upon the event.
To configure exception actions
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > Exception. The Exception screen opens:
Figure 82: Exception Screen
From the Exception Type drop-down list, select one of the following options:
HDD Full – when a hard disk drive or the microSD card is full
HDD Error – when there is an error on a hard disk drive or the microSD card
Network Disconnected
IP Address Conflict
Illegal Login
Input/Output Video Standard Mismatch
Video Signal Exception
Record/Capture Exception
Resolution Mismatch
Check the actions in the Actions area:
Notify Surveillance Center – When an event occurs, an ONVIF alarm message is sent
to the remote client PC in the Video Management System.
Send Email – When an event occurs, an email is sent with alarm information to a user
or users. To configure email settings, see Email (page 63).
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The Admin user can create normal users. Up to 31 users can be created.
In the Trigger Alarm Output area, do one of the following when an event occurs:
Check Select All to trigger an external alarm output on both alarm
outputs.
Check A->1 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 1.
Check A->2 to trigger an external alarm output on alarm output 2.
Click Save.
5.4.8 User Management
Users are added, modified and deleted in the User Management screen.
5.4.8.1 Adding a User Account
To add a user account with basic permissions
From the sidebar menu, select Configuration > User Management. The Add user >
Basic Permission screen opens:
Figure 83: Add User Basic Permission Screen
In the User Name text box, enter the name of the user (case-sensitive).
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From the Level drop-down list, select one of the following user roles:
Operator – An Operator has the following permissions:
Local log search in local configuration
Remote log search
Two-way Audio in remote configuration
All operating permissions in Camera Configuration
User – A User has the following permissions:
Local log search in local configuration
Remote log search in remote configuration
Local/remote playback in Camera Configuration
In the Password text box, enter the password (case-sensitive).
In the Confirm text box, re-enter the password.
Select one or more of the following options:
Parameters Settings
Log Search/Interrogate Working Status
Upgrade/Format
Two-Way Audio
Shutdown/Reboot
Notify Surveillance Center/Trigger Alarm Output
Video Output Control
Serial Port Control
Click OK.
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