IEI Integration IVCME-C604 User Manual

IEI Technology Corp.
User Manual
IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 Capture Card
MODEL:
IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604
ideo Capture Card with PCIe/PCIe Mini Interface
8-Channel/4-Channel Input, RoHS Compliant
Rev. 1.00 – 6 February, 2012
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Date Version Changes
6 February, 2012 1.00 Initial release
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Revision

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Copyright

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Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................ 10
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................11
1.1.1 Model Variations.............................................................................................. 12
1.1.2 Features ........................................................................................................... 12
1.1.3 Software Support.............................................................................................. 12
1.2 OVERVIEW PHOTO.................................................................................................... 13
1.2.1 IVCE-C608 Overview ...................................................................................... 13
1.2.2 IVCE-C604 Overview ...................................................................................... 14
1.2.3 IVCME-C604 Overview................................................................................... 15
2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................. 16
2.1 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 17
2.1.1 Video Interfaces................................................................................................ 17
2.1.2 Video Processing.............................................................................................. 18
2.1.3 Audio Processing ............................................................................................. 19
2.1.4 System Requirements........................................................................................ 19
2.1.5 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications................................................ 20
2.2 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................. 21
2.2.1 IVCE-C608 Dimension Drawing..................................................................... 21
2.2.2 IVCE-C604 Dimension Drawing..................................................................... 22
2.2.3 IVCME-C604 Dimension Drawing.................................................................. 23
3 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 24
3.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 25
3.2 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................... 25
3.3 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 26
3.4 OPTIONAL ITEMS...................................................................................................... 28
4 CONNECTORS AND JUMPERS.............................................................................. 29
4.1 VIDEO CAPTURE CARD CONNECTOR DIAGRAMS........................................................ 2
4.1.1 IVCE-C608 Pinouts ........................................................................................... 2
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4.1.1.1 IVCE-C608 Switch (SW1) ......................................................................... 3
4.1.1.2 IVCE-C608 LED Screen (LED2)............................................................... 3
4.1.1.3 IVCE-C608 LED Indicators (LED1).......................................................... 3
4.1.1.4 IVCE-C608 Reset Input Connector (CN4)................................................. 4
4.1.1.5 IVCE-C608 Reset Output Connector (CN5) .............................................. 4
4.1.1.6 IVCE-C608 Video/Audio Input/Output Connector (J1)............................. 4
4.1.1.7 IVCE-C608 GPIO Connector (CN2, CN3) ................................................ 5
4.1.2 IVCE-C604 Pinouts ........................................................................................... 6
4.1.2.1 IVCE-C604 Switch (SW1) ......................................................................... 7
4.1.2.2 IVCE-C604 LED Screen (LED2)............................................................... 7
4.1.2.3 IVCE-C604 LED Indicators (LED1).......................................................... 7
4.1.2.4 IVCE-C604 Reset Input Connector (CN4)................................................. 8
4.1.2.5 IVCE-C604 Reset Output Connector (CN5) .............................................. 8
4.1.2.6 IVCE-C604 Video/Audio Input/Output Connector (J1)............................. 8
4.1.2.7 IVCE-C604 GPIO Connector (CN3).......................................................... 9
4.1.3 IVCME-C604 Pinouts...................................................................................... 10
4.1.3.1 IVCME-C604 Video/Audio Input Connector (CN1).................................11
4.1.3.2 IVCME-C604 GPIO Connector (CN2) .....................................................11
5 HARDWARE INSTALLATION................................................................................. 12
5.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 13
5.2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS.............................................................................. 14
5.3 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT............................................................................................ 15
5.4 IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604 HARDWARE INSTALLATION .............................................. 15
5.4.1 Hardware Installation Procedures................................................................... 15
5.4.2 Video Capture Card Installation...................................................................... 15
5.4.3 Install the Reset Cables (Optional).................................................................. 16
5.4.4 Install the GPIO Card (Optional).................................................................... 17
5.4.4.1 GPIO Card Pinouts ................................................................................... 18
5.4.5 Set the Rotary Switch ID Settings .................................................................... 19
5.4.6 Video and Audio Input Connection .................................................................. 20
5.4.7 Video Output Connection................................................................................. 21
5.5 IVCME-C604 HARDWARE INSTALLATION............................................................... 22
5.5.1 Hardware Installation Procedures................................................................... 22
5.5.2 Video Capture Card Installation...................................................................... 23
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5.5.3 Video and Audio Input Connection .................................................................. 23
5.5.4 Install the GPIO Card (Optional).................................................................... 25
6 SOFTWARE AND DRIVER....................................................................................... 26
6.1 OVERVIEW................................................................................................................ 27
6.2 DRIVER AND APPLICATION INSTALLATION................................................................ 27
6.2.1 FFDShow Installation...................................................................................... 31
6.2.2 Uninstall Driver and Application .................................................................... 33
6.3 IEI VIDEO CAPTURE TEST SUITE.............................................................................. 34
6.3.1 Video Capture................................................................................................... 34
6.3.2 Video Bypass (IVCE-C608 and IVCE-C604 Only) .......................................... 40
6.3.3 Video Out (IVCE-C608 and IVCE-C604 Only) ............................................... 42
6.3.4 Other Functions............................................................................................... 44
6.3.4.1 Frame Rate................................................................................................ 45
6.3.4.2 Color Control............................................................................................ 46
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6.3.4.3 GPIO......................................................................................................... 47
6.3.4.4 Watchdog T imer (WDT)........................................................................... 48
6.3.4.5 General Information.................................................................................. 49
A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE......................................................... 50
A.1 HAZARDOUS MATERI AL DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ....................................... 51
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List of Figures

Figure 1-1: IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 Capture Cards ..............................................11
Figure 1-2: IVCE-C608 Overview.................................................................................................13
Figure 1-3: IVCE-C604 Overview.................................................................................................14
Figure 1-4: IVCME-C604 Overview..............................................................................................15
Figure 2-1: IVCE-C608 Dimension Drawing...............................................................................21
Figure 2-2: IVCE-C604 Dimension Drawing...............................................................................22
Figure 2-3: IVCME-C604 Dimension Drawing ............................................................................23
Figure 4-1: IVCE-C608 Connectors and Pinouts (pin numbers in red).....................................3
Figure 4-2: IVCE-C604 Connectors and Pinouts (pin numbers in red).....................................7
Figure 4-3: IVCME-C604 Connectors and Pinouts (pin numbers in red)................................10
Figure 5-1: IVCE-C608 and IVCE-C604 Installation...................................................................16
Figure 5-2: Cascade Reset Connection......................................................................................17
Figure 5-3: GPIO Cable for IVCE-C608 and IVCE-C604.............................................................18
Figure 5-4: GPIO Card Pinouts....................................................................................................18
Figure 5-5: LED Screen and ID Rotary Switch...........................................................................19
Figure 5-6: Video and Audio Input Connection.........................................................................20
Figure 5-7: Video Output Connection.........................................................................................22
Figure 5-8: IVCME-C604 Installation...........................................................................................23
Figure 5-9: Video and Audio Input Connection (IVCME-C604)................................................24
Figure 5-10: GPIO Cable for IVCME-C604 ..................................................................................25
Figure 6-1: Autorun Startup Screen............................................................................................27
Figure 6-2: Driver Directory Icon.................................................................................................28
Figure 6-3: Driver Installation - Select Card ID..........................................................................29
Figure 6-4: Windows Warning Window......................................................................................29
Figure 6-5: Driver Installing.........................................................................................................30
Figure 6-6: Driver Installation Complete ....................................................................................30
Figure 6-7: Device Manager.........................................................................................................31
Figure 6-8: IEI Video Capture Test Suite Shortcut Icon............................................................31
Figure 6-9: FFDShow - VFW Configuration................................................................................32
Figure 6-10: FFDShow Video Encoder Configuration Window................................................32
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Figure 6-11: Uninstall IEI Video Capture Test Suite (Start Menu)............................................33
Figure 6-12: Device Manager – Uninstall Driver........................................................................34
Figure 6-13: IEI Video Capture Test Suite..................................................................................35
Figure 6-14: Available Cards.......................................................................................................36
Figure 6-15: Capture Settings Window.......................................................................................36
Figure 6-16: Audio Preview Selection ........................................................................................38
Figure 6-17: Recording File Path Selection...............................................................................39
Figure 6-18: Start Video Capture.................................................................................................39
Figure 6-19: Capturing Video ......................................................................................................40
Figure 6-20: Video Out Window ..................................................................................................41
Figure 6-21: Video Out – By pass ...............................................................................................41
Figure 6-22: Video Out Window (Upper).....................................................................................43
Figure 6-23: Video Out Window (Bottom) ..................................................................................44
Figure 6-24: Frame Rate Window................................................................................................45
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Figure 6-25: Color Settings..........................................................................................................46
Figure 6-26: GPIO Control ...........................................................................................................47
Figure 6-27: WDT Window ...........................................................................................................48
Figure 6-28: WDT Options for Multiple Cards............................................................................48
Figure 6-29: General Window......................................................................................................49
Figure 6-30: LED Function Test ..................................................................................................49
Figure 6-31: AES Check - Pass ...................................................................................................49
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List of Tables

Table 1-1: IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 Video Capture Card Models..........................12
Table 2-1: Video Interfaces..........................................................................................................17
Table 2-2: Video Processing........................................................................................................18
Table 2-3: Audio Processing.......................................................................................................19
Table 2-4: System Requirements................................................................................................19
Table 2-5: Mechanical and Environmental Specifications .......................................................20
Table 3-1: Packing List.................................................................................................................27
Table 3-2: Optional Items.............................................................................................................28
Table 4-1: IVCE-C608 Connectors.................................................................................................2
Table 4-2: IVCE-C608 Reset Input Connector Pinouts................................................................4
Table 4-3: IVCE-C608 Reset Output Connector Pinouts.............................................................4
Table 4-4: IVCE-C608 Video/Audio Input Connector Pinouts ....................................................5
Table 4-5: IVCE-C608 GPIO Connector Pinouts..........................................................................5
Table 4-6: IVCE-C604 Connectors.................................................................................................6
Table 4-7: IVCE-C604 Reset Input Connector Pinouts................................................................8
Table 4-8: IVCE-C604 Reset Output Connector Pinouts.............................................................8
Table 4-9: IVCE-C604 Video/Audio Input Connector Pinouts ....................................................9
Table 4-10: IVCE-C604 GPIO Connector Pinouts........................................................................9
Table 4-11: IVCME-C604 Connectors..........................................................................................10
Table 4-12: IVCME-C604 Video/Audio Input Connector Pinouts.............................................11
Table 4-13: IVCME-C604 GPIO Connector Pinouts...................................................................11
Table 6-1: Supported Resolutions..............................................................................................37
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1

1 Introduction

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1.1 Overview

Figure 1-1: IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 Capture Cards
The low power IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 video capture cards are essential surveillance system components. The IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 video capture cards are equipped with the high-performing Conexant video capture controllers with up to eight video and audio input channels.
A software development kit (SDK) and a demo application are shipped with each card and the flexible system architecture simplifies the integration of cameras, video signal processing, storage and video management as well as security applications.
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1.1.1 Model Variations

There are three video capture card models with different connecting interfaces. These models are listed below:
Model Name Interface Video Input Audio Input
IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 Capture Card
IVCE-C608 IVCE-C604 IVCME-C604
Table 1-1: IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 Video Capture Card Models
PCIe 8 channels 8 channels PCIe 4 channels 4 channels PCIe Mini 4 channels 4 channels

1.1.2 Features

Some of the IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 video capture card features are listed below.
 Low power  Multiple card support  Easy ID programming  PCIe/PCIe Mini connection interface  Software development kit (SDK)  Demo application

1.1.3 Software Support

IEI provides the following software support for the IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604:
Device Driver: for Windows XP or Windows 7  SDK: SDK and demo program with source code in C++
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1.2 Overview Photo

The IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 video capture cards have a wide variety of peripheral interface connectors. The following sections give an overview of each model.

1.2.1 IVCE-C608 Overview

The IVCE-C608 comes with one Conexant CX25853 video capture controller, two GPIO connectors, one rotary switch, LED indicators and one DB-26 video/audio connector. A PCIe edge connector on the bottom of the capture card enables the IVCE-C608 to interface with a motherboard or CPU card. An overview can be seen in IVCE-C608 Overview.
Figure 1-2: IVCE-C608 Overview
Figure 1-2:
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1.2.2 IVCE-C604 Overview

The IVCE-C604 comes with one Conexant CX25850 video capture controller, one GPIO connector, one rotary switch, LED indicators and one DB-26 video/audio connector. A PCIe edge connector on the bottom of the capture card enables the IVCE-C604 to
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interface with a motherboard or CPU card. An overview can be seen in IVCE-C604 Overview.
Figure 1-3: IVCE-C604 Overview
Figure 1-3:
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1.2.3 IVCME-C604 Overview

The IVCME-C604 comes with one Conexant CX25854 video capture controlle r, one GPIO connector and one video/audio connector. The PCIe Mini interface of the capture card enables the IVCME-C604 to interface with a motherboard. An overview can be seen in Figure 1-4: IVCME-C604 Overview.
Figure 1-4: IVCME-C604 Overview
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2 Product Specifications

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2.1 Specifications

The following specifications are listed in the tables below:
Table 2-1: Video Interfaces
Table 2-2: Video Processing
Table 2-3: Audio Processing
Table 2-4: System Requirements
Table 2-5: Mechanical and Environmental Specifications

2.1.1 Video Interfaces

The following table lists detailed specifications for the interfaces on the three video capture cards.
IVCE-C608 IVCE-C604 IVCME-C604 Video Input Channels Video Input Format Video Input Type
Audio Input Channels
Audio Input Connector Video Output Channels Video Output Type PCI/PCIe Alarm I/O
Card ID
LED Indicators
*API will be provided for users to define the LED function.
Eight Four Four NTSC or PAL NTSC or PAL NTSC or PAL BNC BNC BNC Eight Four Four RCA RCA RCA Two Two N/A BNC BNC N/A PCIe x1 PCIe x1 PCIe Mini Yes Yes Yes Rotary switch selectable with LED for ID indication Red: self-defined* Green: self-defined* Amber: watchdog alarm
Table 2-1: Video Interfaces
Rotary switch selectable with LED for ID indication Red: self-defined* Green: self-defined* Amber: watchdog alarm
N/A
N/A
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2.1.2 Video Processing

The following table lists detailed specifications for the video processing features on the three video capture cards.
VIDEO PROCESSING IVCE-C608 IVCE-C604 IVCME-C604
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Video Compression Video Engine
NTSC
Resolution
PAL
NTSC
Frame Rate
PAL
Software compression Software compression Software compression One Conexant CX25853 One Conexant CX25850 One Conexant CX25854 720x480 720x240 640x480 640x240 352x240 320x240 160x120 720x576 720x288 352x288 Total 240fps @ D1 for eight channels Total 200fps @ D1 for eight channels
720x480 720x240 640x480 640x240 352x240 320x240 160x120 720x576 720x288 352x288 Total 120fps @ D1 for four channels Total 100fps @ D1 for four channels
720x480 720x240 640x480 640x240 352x240 320x240 160x120 720x576 720x288 352x288 Total 120fps @ D1 for four channels Total 100fps @ D1 for four channels
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On-screen Display
Yes Yes Yes
Table 2-2: Video Processing
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2.1.3 Audio Processing

The following table lists detailed specifications for the audio processing features on the three video capture cards.
AUDIO PROCESSING IVCE-C608 IVCE-C604 IVCME-C604 Audio Compression
Sampling rates (hardware spec.)
Quantization (hardware
spec.)
Software compression Software compression Software compression
32 kHz
44.1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz
24-bit 24-bit 16-bit
32 kHz
44.1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz
8 kHz 16 kHz 32 kHz
44.1 kHz 48 kHz
Table 2-3: Audio Processing

2.1.4 System Requirements

The following table lists detailed system requirements for the three video capture cards.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS IVCE-C608 IVCE-C604 IVCE-C604
System
x86 compatible computer
x86 compatible computer
x86 compatible computer
PCIe
Minimum Memory
Graphics
PCIe x1 lane compatible with PCIe x1, x4, x8 and x16 slots 512 MB 512 MB 512 MB DirectX compatible VGA card with YUV overlay mode support
PCIe x1 lane compatible with PCIe x1, x4, x8 and x16 slots
DirectX compatible VGA card with YUV overlay mode support
PCIe Mini
DirectX compatible VGA card with YUV overlay mode support
Table 2-4: System Requirements
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2.1.5 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications

The following table lists the dimensions, operating temperature and power consumption for each model.
OTHERS IVCE-C608 IVCE-C604 IVCME-C604 Dimensions (mm)
Operating Temperature
Power Consumption
111.00 x 102.40 111.23 x 102.39 50.92 x 30.00
-5ºC – 65ºC, non-condensing
5.3 W (3.3V @1.39 A, 12V @0.06 A)
-5ºC – 65ºC, non-condensing
3.51 W (3.3V @0.9 A, 12V @0.045 A)
-5ºC – 65ºC, non-condensing
1.65 W (3.3V @500mA)
Table 2-5: Mechanical and Environmental Specifications
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2.2 Dimensions

The dimensions for each model are listed in Table 2-5: Mechanical and Environmental Specifications above. Detailed dimension drawings for each mode l are shown in the
sections below.

2.2.1 IVCE-C608 Dimension Drawing

The dimensions for the IVCE-C608 are listed below:
Length: 111.0 mm Width: 102.4 mm
The dimensions are shown in
Figure 2-1: IVCE-C608 Dimension Drawing
Figure 2-1: IVCE-C608 Dimension Drawing.
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2.2.2 IVCE-C604 Dimension Drawing

The dimensions for the IVCE-C604 are listed below:
Length: 111.23 mm Width: 102.39 mm
The dimensions are shown in
Figure 2-2: IVCE-C604 Dimension Drawing.
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Figure 2-2: IVCE-C604 Dimension Drawing
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2.2.3 IVCME-C604 Dimension Drawing

The dimensions for the IVCME-C604 are listed below:
Length: 50.92 mm Width: 30.00 mm
The dimensions are shown in
Figure 2-3: IVCME-C604 Dimension Drawing
Figure 2-3: IVCME-C604 Dimension Drawing.
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3 Packing List

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3.1 Anti-static Precautions

WARNING:
Static electricity can destroy certain electronics. Make sure to follow the ESD precautions to prevent damage to the product, and injury to the user.
Make sure to adhere to the following guidelines:
Wear an anti-static wristband: Wearing an anti-static wristband can prevent
electrostatic discharge.
Self-grounding: Touch a grounded conductor every few minutes to discharge
any excess static buildup.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring any circuit board, place it on an
anti-static mat.
Only handle the edges of the PCB: Don't touch the surface of the
motherboard. Hold the motherboard by the edges when handling.

3.2 Unpacking Precautions

When the IVCE-C608/IVCE-C604/IVCME-C604 is unpacked, please do the following:
Follow the antistatic guidelines above.  Make sure the packing box is facing upwards whe n opening.  Make sure all the packing list items are present.
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