VCS VideoJet 10 Isdn-manual

VideoJet 10

ISDN-Manual

Copyright This manual is the intellectual property of VCS and is protected by

copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be
reproduced or transmitted for any purpose, by whatever means, be
they electronic or mechanical, without the express written permis­sion of VCS.

Edition: Mai 2004 (Version 2.0)

© Copyright 2004 VCS Video Communication Systems AG

Note This manual was compiled with the greatest of care and all informa-

tion double checked. At the time of printing the description was
complete and correct. Because of the further development of pro­ducts, the content of the manual might change without prior notice.
VCS will not be liable for damage which is directly or indirectly due
to errors, incompleteness, or discrepancies between the manual
and the product described.

Trade m arks All names used in this manual for hardware and software are very

probably registered trade marks and must be treated as such.

Contents

Chapter 1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

EU Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chapter 2 Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Electrical shock hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Installation and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Repairs and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Chapter 3 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Supplied components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Configuration requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Operational requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Functional overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Rear panel connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

ISDN basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Chapter 4 ISDN-configuration with web browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

ISDN basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Configuration page: Alarm connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Configuration page: ISDN/PPP settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Function test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Contents

Chapter 5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Operation with MS Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Storing snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Storing video sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Harddisk activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Playback of recorded sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Back-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Hardware connections between VideoJet units . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Operation with Software-Decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Chapter 6 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Faults – possible causes and remedy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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Preface

Conventions

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These Installation and Operating Instructions are intended for per­sons authorised to install and operate the VideoJet 10 ISDN. Inter­national, national and any relevant regional regulations relating to
electronics must be observed at all times. This manual explains
only specifics of the VideoJet 10 ISDN and is to be used as an
addendum to the manual of the VideoJet 10. Confer to the latter for
all basic installation and operation instructions not mentioned here.

In this manual, the following symbols and notations are used to
draw attention to special situations:

Warning! or Attention!

This symbol indicates that failure to follow the safety instructions
given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system
or to other equipment. The symbol represents a direct threat of dan­ger.

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Note

This symbol indicates tips and notes that make using the device
easier and more convenient.

Note

This symbol indicates that you might have to find out special infor­mation to be able to make the settings or start up the system cor­rectly.

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Preface

Intended use

The following typographic conventions are used in this manual:

Configuration Window and menu names, parameters and

buttons

[Enter], [C] Key names

[Ctrl] + [C] Two or more keys that are pressed simul-

taneously.

ping Command line input and output

The Network Video Server VideoJet 10 ISDN serves to transmit
video, audio and control signals via data networks (Ethernet LAN,
Internet, ISDN). It is designed for use in CCTV systems. The con­nection of an external alarm generator allows various functions to
be triggered automatically. Other applications are not permitted.

In the event of questions concerning the use of the server which are
not answered in this manual, please contact:

VCS Video Communication Systems AG

Forchheimer Straße 4
D – 90425 Nürnberg
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]

[e-mail]

EU Guidelines

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The Network Video Server VideoJet 10 ISDN complies with the
specifications of European Guidelines 89/336 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and 73/23, amended by 93/68 (Low-Voltage Guide­line).

VideoJet 10 ISDN

Rating plate

Preface

For exact identification, you will find the model designation and
serial number on the rating plate on the bottom of the housing.
Please note this information here before installation in order to have
it to hand in the event of queries or spare parts orders.

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Preface

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Safety information

Electrical shock hazard

z Never attempt to connect the unit to any power network other

than the one for which it was intended.

z Use only the mains lead supplied.

z Do not open the housing.

z Disconnect the power supply unit from the mains power supply

and from all other devices if a fault occurs.

z Only install the power supply and the server in a dry place pro-

tected from wheather.

z If you are uncertain about the safe operation of the unit, shut it

down immediately and secure it to prevent any unauthorised
start-up. Safe operation is no longer possible, for example,

– if damage is visible to the unit or the cables,

– if the unit no longer operates correctly,

– if the server has been exposed to rain or moisture,

– if objects have penetrated inside the unit,

– after long storage under improper conditions or

– after heavy demands during transport.

Have the system checked by VCS in such cases.

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Safety information

Installation and operation

z All applicable electrical codes and regulations must be observed

and followed at all times during the installation.

z Before installing or operating the system, ensure that you have

read and understood the documentation for other equipment
connected to the unit, e.g. cameras. These contain important
safety notices and information concerning permissible applica­tions.

z Perform only the installation and operating work described in this

manual. All other work beyond this may lead to injuries to per­sons and damage to the system or other equipment.

Repairs and maintenance

z Never open the housing of the VideoJet 10 ISDN. The unit con-

tains no parts which you can repair or replace.

z Never open the housing of the power supply unit. The power

supply unit contains no parts which you can repair or replace.

z Ensure that only qualified, specialist personnel (electrical techni-

cians) are permitted to carry out maintenance or repair work.

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Product Description

Supplied components

z Network Video Server VideoJet 10 ISDN incl. plug-in power pack

z RS232 Null modem cable and ISDN cable

z Brief description “First Steps” German/English

z Software and handbook on CD-ROM

System requirements

z Computer with Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and

access to network and

z Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or higher)

or free serial interface port and terminal program

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Configuration requirements

z Computer with Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and

access to network and

z Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or higher)

or decoder software, e.g. VIDOS from VCS

Note

Make sure the graphic card is set to a color depth of 16 or 32 Bit
and the Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed on your computer.

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Product Description

Operational requirements

z Computer with Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and

access to network and

z Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or higher)

or decoder software, e.g. VIDOS from VCS

or

z VideoJet 10 ISDN acting as receiver and video monitor

Note

Make sure the graphic card is set to a color depth of 16 or 32 Bit
and the Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed when displaying video
on a computer monitor.

Functional overview

Network
video server

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The VideoJet 10 ISDN is a network video server. Its primary func­tion is to decode and encode video, audio and control data for
transmission over an IP network. Using the ISDN interface data
transfer over corresponding telephone networks is possible. Via the
CompactFlash interface the device can be integrated seamlessly
into any wireless LAN using a corresponding card. Because it uses
existing networks, rapid and simple integration into CCTV installa­tions via local networks can be achieved.

Two units, i.e. a VideoJet 10 ISDN as transmitter and a VideoJet 10
ISDN as receiver, can form a stand alone system for data transfer
without a PC. The system can be extended to include additional
transmitters and receivers so that video images from one transmit­ter can be simultaneously received on a number of receivers.

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Product Description

Receiver VCS MPEG-4 hardware receiver or a computer with installed deco-

ding software, e.g. VIDOS from VCS or with the installed web
browser Microsoft Internet Explorer, can be used as a receiver.

Video encoding The VideoJet 10 ISDN operates with the video compression stan-

dard MPEG-4. Thanks to efficient encoding, the data bit rate
remains low even with high image quality and, in addition, can be
matched into the local environment within wide limits.

Dual Encoding With Dual Encoding the incoming datastream can be encoded with

the help of two different profiles simultaneously which can be set
individually. Thus two datastreams are created suiting different
needs, e.g. one for local recording and one for transmission over
ISDN.

Multicast In suitably configured networks, simultaneous transmission in real

time to a number of receivers is possible using the Multicast func­tion. A requirement here is the implementation of the UDP and
IGMP protocols on the network.

Remote control For the remote control of external equipment, e.g. remote pan and

tilt heads or motorized zoom lenses, the control data is transmitted
via the bidirectional serial interface of the VideoJet 10 ISDN. This
interface is also available for the transmission of transparent data.

Configuration Configuration of the VideoJet 10 ISDN can be carried out using a

browser via the local network (Intranet) or from the Internet.

Similarly, firmware updates and rapid loading of equipment configu­rations are also possible.

Recording/
playback

You can save live pictures recorded by the unit as files on the hard
disk of your computer. The video pictures are stored in MPEG for­mat and can, for example, be replayed with the VCS MPEG Player
included in the delivery. All recordings can be stored locally, too,
using a CompactFlash-card or a MicroDrive.

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Product Description

Snapshots Individual video frames (snapshots) can be called up in JPEG for-

mat by the VideoJet 10 ISDN, stored on the computer hard drive or
can be displayed in a separate browser window.

Back-up Can be accomplished from either the livepage or directly from the

Media-Replay mode through a simple mouse click.

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Product Description

Summary The main functions of the VideoJet 10 ISDN can be summarized as

follows:

z Video, audio and data transmission via IP data nets

z Dual Encoding with two individually set profiles

z Multicast function for simultaneous transmission to a number of

receivers

z Analog BNC composite video input (PAL/NTSC) (transmitter)

z Analog BNC composite video output (PAL/NTSC) (receiver)

z One audio input/output (mono)

z Video and audio encoding to the international standard MPEG-4

z Integrated Ethernet interface (10/100 Base-T)

z Integrated ISDN interface

z CompactFlash interface for memory card or wireless LAN card

z Two transparent bidirectional data channels via serial interface

ports RS232/RS422/RS485 and RS232

z Remote control of all internal functions via TCP/IP

z Password protection to prevent unauthorized connection or

alterations to configuration

z Closed contact input for external sensor (e.g. door contact)

z Closed contact output for external equipment (e.g. lights or

acoustic alarms)

z Event driven automatic connection setup (e.g. on switch-on and

with alarms)

z Rapid and user friendly configuration via web browser

z Firmware update through flash memory

z Comfortable configuration upload

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Product Description

Rear panel connectors

1 BNC socket Video In (transmitter) or Video Out (receiver)

for video source or for an analog video monitor

2 Slide switch 75 Ω (transmitter)

for termination of the video input

3 Bidirectional audio interface Audio I/O

3.5 mm stereo jack for connection of a loudspeaker or an audio
source (mono line)

4 Serial interface port COM2: RS232

9-pin sub-D socket (m) for control data transmissions (protocol
RS232)

5 Serial interface port COM1: RS232/485

9-pin sub-D socket (m) for control data transmissions
(protocols RS232, RS422 and RS485) and for configuration
using terminal software

6 LED Power

flashes yellow when ready

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Front panel

Product Description

7 CompactFlash interface

drive for CompactFlash cards and MicroDrives

8 Screw clamp ALARM I/O

for connection of alarm sensors or switches and for switching of
external devices (e.g. lamps)

9 RJ45 Ethernet connector

for connecting to the network

10 RJ45 ISDN connector

for connecting to the ISDN line

11 Socket Power

mains cable connector

12 Reset button for return to the default settings

13 LED I – lights up red with active alarm

14 LED O – lights up green when the relay is switched

15 LED L – lights up green when connected to the network

16 LED T – flashes yellow when data packages are transmitted

17 LED B1 – lights up orange with 1- and 2-channel connection

18 LED B2 – lights up orange with 2-channel connection

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