Moxa Technologies VPort 364 Quick Installation Manual

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VPort 364 Series

Quick Installation Guide

Moxa Industrial Video Encoder

First Edition, January 2011

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Overview

The VPort 364 is a 4-channel industrial video encoder that supports the
H.264 video compression algorithm, which provides the best video quality
on the market while requiring less bandwidth compared to other video
compression standards. In addition, the VPort 364 supports simultaneous
dual video streams with different formats: H.264 and MJPEG. The two
video streams can be used for different purposes, such as viewing,
recording, or analysis. In addition, the rugged industrial design with -40
to 75°C operating temperature, built-in fiber Ethernet ports, IP30-rated
form factor, and industrial certifications, make the VPort 364 highly
suitable for use in harsh environments.

Package Checklist

The VPort 364 ships with the following items:

• VPort 364.

• Two 5-pin terminal blocks for 2 power inputs and 2 relay outputs.

• 8-pin terminal block for 4 DIs (Digital Inputs).

• 5-pin terminal block for the RS-232/422/RS-485 PTZ control port.

• Quick installation guide.

• Documentation & Software CD

• Warranty Card.

Note: If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your
customer service representative for assistance.

NOTE This product must be installed in compliance with your local laws

and regulations.

Features

High Performance Audio-Video Networking Solution

• Compatible with NTSC/PAL analog video cameras

• H.264 and MJPEG video compression standards

• Dual simultaneous video streams (1 H.264 and 1 MJPEG)

• Lower latency, under 200 ms

• 4 BNC video inputs

• Single video stream up to 30 frames/sec in Full D1 (720 x 480)

resolution in NTSC, and 25 frames/ sec in Full D1 (720 x 576)
resolution in PAL

• Select between Full D1/ 4CIF/ VGA/ CIF/ QCIF resolutions

• 1 audio input and 1 audio output for 2-way voice communication

• TCP, UDP, and HTTP network transmission modes

• Modbus/TCP for easy communication with SCADA systems

• Standard RTSP (Real-time streaming protocol) for easy integration

• DynaStream™ for automatic frame rate adjustment to control IP

video traffic

• Multicast (IGMP) protocols for efficient network transmission

• QoS (TOS) for priority transmission

• SNMP V1/V2c/V3 for network management

• Built-in web server and RS-232 console for remote access and

configuration

• One auto-sensing 10/100BaseT(X) or 100BaseFX (SC connector)
Ethernet port

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• 8 output video streams and 8 client connections

• 50 multicast clients for receiving multicast video streams

• Multicast push for all the clients

• Video quality in CBR (constant bit rate) or VBR (variable bit rate)

• Supports one RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 5-pin PTZ port for controlling

a PTZ (PAN/TILT/ZOOM) motorized camera via a TCP/IP network

• UPnP and IP filtering

Rugged Industrial Design

• Two 12/24 VDC and 24 VAC redundant power inputs with LED

indicators

• -40 to 75°C operating temperature for harsh industrial environments

(“T” models)

• 35 mm DIN-Rail mounting or panel mounting installation

(with optional accessory)

• IP30-rated form factor

• CE, FCC, and UL508(pending)

Intelligent Alarm Trigger Capability

• Supports system alarms, including power failure and network link

• Supports event alarms, including video motion detection (VMD),

video loss, digital input, and CGI event

• Equipped with 4 DIs and 2 relays (DO) for external sensors and

alarms.

• Pre, trigger, and post alarm snapshot images provided.

• Supports sequential snapshot images

• Messages with snapshot images can be sent via FTP and email.

• Capable of setting an alarm schedule

Video Management and Control

• Free Moxa VPort SDK Plus (software development kits) supported

with flexible interface and sample codes for customized application or
system integration.

• Moxa SoftNVR-IA IP surveillance software supported for the video

recording and management solution.

NOTE If you are interested in the VPort SDK PLUS, visit

Moxa’s website

(www.moxa.com) to download the software, or contact a Moxa
sales representative for more information.

NOTE If you are interested in SoftNVR-IA IP surveillance software, visit

Moxa’s website (www.moxa.com) to download the trial version.

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VPort 364 Panel Layout

1. RS-232 console port

2. Hardware reset button

3. 8-pin terminal block for DI 1 to DI 4

4. 5-pin terminal block for Relay 2 and
power input 2 (PWR2)

5. Grounding screw

6. 5-pin terminal block for Relay 1 and
power input 2 (PWR1)

7. Heat dissipation orifices

8. LEDs for STAT, PWR1, PWR2, and
FAULT

9. LEDs for V1 to V4

10. AUDIO OUTPUT port for external
speakers

11. AUDIO INPUT port for mic-in and
line-in connection

12. 4 BNC connector for V1 to V4 video
inputs

13. RJ45 10/100BaseTX Ethernet port
with 10/100 Mbps LED

14. 100BaseFX fiber optic port with 100
Mbps LED

15. RS-232/422/485 PTZ port with 5-pin
terminal block for PTZ camera control

16. Model name

17. Screw hole for wall mounting

18. Screw hole for DIN-Rail mounting

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First-Time Installation and Configuration

Before installing the VPort 364, check to make sure that all the items in
the package checklist are in the box. In addition, you will need access to
a notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port.

Step 1: Select the Power Source

The VPort 364 can be powered by a DC power input from 12 to 32 VDC, or
an AC power input from 18 to 30 VAC. Two power inputs are provided for
redundancy. Users can check the LED status located in the front panel to
see if the power inputs are connected appropriately. If one of the power
inputs fails, the FAULT LED will light up in red if the power failure alarm is
enabled.

NOTE The VPort 364 series supports power input specifications of 12-

32

VDC for 12/24 VDC power input, or 18-

30 VAC for 24 VAC power

input (note that this is different from Moxa EDS switch’s 12-45
VDC power input).

Step 2: Connect the VPort 364 to a Network

The VPort 364 has one auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet or 100
Mbps fiber optic port (multi mode or single mode). An LED indicator
located on the side of each port indicates a 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Ethernet
connection.

Step 3: Connect the VPort 364 to cameras and an audio source

The VPort 364 has four VIDEO INPUT ports (V1, V2, V3, and V4). Use the
BNC connector (1.0 Vpp, 75Ω) and coaxial cable to connect video
cameras to the VPort to input analog video signals.

The VPort 364 has one audio input and one audio output. A microphone or
an amplifier can be plugged directly into the AUDIO INPUT port, and a
speaker can be plugged into the AUDIO OUTPUT port.

NOTE The four LEDs (V1, V2, V3, and V4) located on the VPort 364’s

front panel indicate the video signal transmission status for vid

eo

inputs. You may refer to these LEDs to verify video signal status.

ATTENTION

A ground loop isolator is recommended to be used between the
camera and the VPort to avoid a sudden current, which is
generated by the electric potential difference between these two
device’s ground power, to burn out the VPort’s chips and boards.

Step 4: Connecting motorized PTZ cameras and serial devices

The VPort 364 has an RS-232/422/485 PTZ port with 5-pin terminal block
connector. It can be used for connecting PTZ control cables for controlling
PTZ cameras over the TCP/IP network.

To enable PTZ control, users should configure the PTZ control protocol in
the web-based manager (web console).

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NOTE The PTZ control protocol is not standardiz

ed. To use a particular

PTZ control protocol, the video server must support the driver for

that protocol. Currently, the VPort 364 supports PTZ control
protocol drivers for:

1. Pelco D

2. Pelco P

3. DynaColor DynaDome

4. Cohu
If you need to use a protocol that is not on the list, contact the
manufacturer of the camera to get the PTZ control commands,
and then program its PTZ control using the VPort 364’s Custom
Camera function.

NOTE The VPort 364 comes with a PTZ driver upload function for

implementing new PTZ drivers. Please contact a Moxa sales
representative if you need assistance from Moxa’s R&D
department to create a new PTZ driver.

NOTE

The “Transparent PTZ Control” function in the camera driver list is

used to transmit the PTZ control signal over a TCP/IP n

etwork to

the VPort D361 video decoder or PC (additional driver required).

The PTZ control panel or keyboard can directly control the PTZ

camera or device, eliminating the need for a PTZ camera driver
and allowing the use of PTZ cameras with the VPort encoder.

Step 5: Configure the VPort 364’s IP address

After powering on the VPort 364, wait a few seconds for the POST (Power
On Self Test) to run. The STAT LED turns green to indicate that the POST
process has completed. The IP address will be assigned when the 10/100
Mbps NETWORK LED blinks. The IP address assigned after the POST is
completed depends on the network environment.

Network Environment with DHCP Server

In this case, the IP address of the VPort 364 is assigned by a DHCP Server.
Use the DHCP Server’s IP address table, or use the Moxa utility to
determine the IP address that was assigned by the DHCP Server.

NOTE After powering on the VPort 364

, wait a few seconds for the POST

(Power On Self Test) to run. The IP address will be assigned when

the 10/100 Mbps NETWORK LED blinks.

Using the Moxa VPort and EtherDevice Configurator Utility
(edscfgui.exe)

1. Run the edscfgui.exe program to search for the VPort IP video
products and EDS switches. After the Utility window opens, select or
click on Broadcast Search, which is located under the List Server
menu, to initiate a search (note that you can also click on Broadcast

Search icon to initiate a search).

NOTE You may download the VPort and EtherDevice Configurator

software from Moxa’s website at www.moxa.com.