ACTi V31 User manual

V3x Series Encoder
Hardware Manual
V31, V32
2014/12/23

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Table of Contents
Precautions.............................................................3
Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 5
Introduction.............................................................6
The List of Models ..................................................................................... 6
Package Contents...................................................................................... 7
Physical Description ................................................................................. 8
V31 Overview.......................................................................................... 8
V32 Overview........................................................................................ 10
Mounting the Device................................................................................ 13
Making Connections.............................................14
Connection Architecture......................................................................... 14
Connecting to Power............................................................................... 14
Connecting the Analog Camera ............................................................. 15
Connect to Network................................................................................. 15
Connecting the Digital Input/Output Devices (Optional)...................... 16
DI/DO Connection Specifications.......................................................... 19
Connecting Audio Devices (Optional).................................................... 21
Connecting an Audio Input Device........................................................ 21
Connecting an Audio Output Device ..................................................... 22
Connecting a Serial Device (Optional)................................................... 23
Accessing the Encoder........................................25
Configure the IP Addresses.................................................................... 25
Access the Encoder ................................................................................ 29

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Precautions
Read these instructions
You should read all the safety and operating instructions before using this product.
Heed all warnings
You must adhere to all the warnings on the product and in the instruction manual. Failure to follow
the safety instruction given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system or to
other equipment.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this video device yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Trademarks
All names used in this manual are probably registered trademarks of respective companies.
Liability
Every reasonable care has been taken during the writing of this manual. Please inform your local
office if you find any inaccuracies or omissions. We cannot be held responsible for any
typographical or technical errors and reserve the right to make changes to the product and
manuals without prior notice.

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Federal Communications Commission Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifications to the equipment that are not expressly approved by the
responsible party for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
European Community Compliance Statement
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B
Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022
and EN 55024. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which
cause the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Safety Instructions
Cleaning
Disconnect this video product from the power supply before cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
Only install this device in a dry place protected from weather
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this video product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Damage Requiring service
Disconnect this video product from the power supply immediately and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions.
1) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
2) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
3) If the inner parts of video product have been directly exposed to rain or water.
4) If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating Instructions in this
manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine if the video product is in proper operating condition.

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Introduction
The List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following models:
V31
8-Channel 960H/D1 H.264 Rackmount Video Encoder
V32
16-Channel 960H/D1 H.264 Rackmount Video Encoder

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Package Contents
Video Encoder
Power Cord
Socket Converter
Rack Mount Ears
Screw Pack
Serial Communication &
Audio Output Terminal Blocks
Digital Input/Output &
Audio Input Terminal Blocks
(for V31)
Digital Input/Output &
Audio Input Terminal Blocks
(for V32)
Quick Installation Guide
Warranty Card
NOTE: The above pictures are for reference only; actual items may slightly vary.

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Physical Description
V31 Overview
Item
Description
1
Power LED
Lights up when the device is powered on.
2
Serial Communication 1
Activity LED
Lights up to when a serial device is connected
to the RS-422/RS-485 Port 1.
3
Serial Communication 2
Activity LED
Lights up to when a serial device is connected
to the RS-422/RS-485 Port 2.
4
Video Input LEDs
(1~8)
The LED lights up when an analog camera is
connected to its corresponding video input
connector.
5
Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card (not included) into the
slot for local recording purposes.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC
cards. Card not included in the package.
6
Video Input Connectors
(1~8)
Connects an analog camera through BNC
connection. See Connecting the Analog
Camera on page 15 for more information.
NOTE: Video cable with BNC connector not
included in the package.
7
Reset Button
Use to restore the factory default settings,
including the administrator’s password. To
reset the encoder, press and hold the Reset
button using a pointed object (e.g. pen), for 5
seconds or until the Power LED goes off.

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Item
Description
8
Ethernet Port
Connects to the network using a standard
Ethernet cable.
9
AC Power Input
Use this connector to connect the bundled
power cord. See Connecting to Power on
page 14 for more information.
10
Power Switch
Press the switch to turn the encoder on or off.
11
Digital Input / Output
Connector
(1~8)
Connects to digital input or output devices,
such as an alarm trigger, panic button, etc.
Digital Input (DI) and Digital Output (DO)
devices are used in applications like motion
detection, event triggering, alarm notifications,
etc. See Connecting the Digital Input/Output
Devices (Optional) on page 16 for more
information.
12
Audio Input Connectors
(1~8)
Connects to audio input devices, such as a
microphone with built-in amplifier, etc. See
Connecting an Audio Input Device on page
21 for more information.
NOTE: The microphone must have a built-in
amplifier. Connecting an ordinary microphone
will dwarf sounds and will result in inaudible
recording.
13
RS-422 / RS-485 Port
(1~2)
Connects to an analog device via RS-485 /
RS-422 serial communication to control
encoder functions like pan-tilt, zoom, etc. See
Connecting a Serial Device (Optional) on
page 23 for more information.
14
Audio Output Connector
Connects to an audio output device, such as a
powered speaker. See
Connecting an Audio Output Device on page
22 for more information.

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V32 Overview
Item
Description
1
Power LED
Lights up when the device is powered on.
2
Serial Communication 1
Activity LED
Lights up to when a serial device is connected
to the RS-422/RS-485 Port 1.
3
Serial Communication 2
Activity LED
Lights up to when a serial device is connected
to the RS-422/RS-485 Port 2.
4
Video Input LEDs
(1~16)
The LED lights up when an analog camera is
connected to its corresponding video input
connector.
5
Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card (not included) into the
slot for local recording purposes.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC
cards. Card not included in the package.
6
Video Input Connectors
(1~16)
Connects an analog camera through BNC
connection. See Connecting the Analog
Camera on page 15 for more information.
NOTE: Video cable with BNC connector not
included in the package.
7
Reset Button
Use to restore the factory default settings,
including the administrator’s password. To
reset the encoder, press and hold the Reset
button using a pointed object (e.g. pen), for 5
seconds or until the Power LED goes off.