Axis AXIS Q7406 User manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
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AXIS Q7406 Video Encoder Blade

About this Document
This document includes instructions for installing the
AXIS Q7406 on your network. Previous experience of
networking will be beneficial when installing the
product.
Legal Considerations
Video and audio surveillance can be prohibited by laws
that vary from country to country. Check the laws in
your local region before using this product for
surveillance purposes.
This product includes six (6) H.264 decoder licenses. To
purchase further licenses, contact your reseller.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
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: Re-orient or relocate
the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to
an outlet on a different circuit to the receiver. Consult
your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help. Shielded (STP) network cables must be used with
this unit to ensure compliance with EMC standards.
USA - This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B computing device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which
case the user at his/her own expense will be required to
take whatever measures may be required to correct the
interference.
Canada - This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Europe - This digital equipment fulfills the
requirements for radiated emission according to limit B
of EN55022, and the requirements for immunity
according to EN55024 residential and commercial
industry.
Japan - This is a class B product based on the standard
of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used
near a radio or television receiver in a domestic
environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and
use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
Australia - This electronic device meets the
requirements of the Radio communications
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) Standard AS/NZS
CISPR22.
Equipment Modifications
This equipment must be installed and used in strict
accordance with the instructions given in the user
documentation. This equipment contains no
user-serviceable components. Unauthorized equipment
changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable
regulatory certifications and approvals.
Liability
Every care has been taken in the preparation of this
document. Please inform your local Axis office of any
inaccuracies or omissions. Axis Communications AB
cannot be held responsible for any technical or
typographical errors and reserves the right to make
changes to the product and documentation without
prior notice. Axis Communications AB makes no
warranty of any kind with regard to the material
contained within this document, including, but not
limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. Axis
Communications AB shall not be liable nor responsible
for incidental or consequential damages in connection
with the furnishing, performance or use of this material.
RoHS
This product complies with both the European
RoHS directive, 2002/95/EC, and the Chinese
RoHS regulations, ACPEIP.
WEEE Directive
The European Union has enacted a Directive
2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE Directive). This directive is
applicable in the European Union member
states.
The WEEE marking on this product (see right) or its
documentation indicates that the product must not be
disposed of together with household waste. To prevent
possible harm to human health and/or the environment,
the product must be disposed of in an approved and
environmentally safe recycling process. For further
information on how to dispose of this product correctly,
contact the product supplier, or the local authority
responsible for waste disposal in your area.
Business users should contact the product supplier for
information on how to dispose of this product correctly.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial
waste.
Support
Should you require any technical assistance, please
contact your Axis reseller. If your questions cannot be
answered immediately, your reseller will forward your
queries through the appropriate channels to ensure a
rapid response. If you are connected to the Internet, you
can:
• download user documentation and firmware updates
• find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ database.
Search by product, category, or phrases
• report problems to Axis support by logging in to your
private support area.
The AXIS Q7406 uses a 3.0V CR2032 Lithium battery,
for more information please see page 91.

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AXIS Q7406 Video Encoder Blade
Installation Guide
This installation guide provides instructions for installing the AXIS Q7406 Video Encoder Blade on
your network. For all other aspects of using the product, please see the User’s Manual, available on
the CD included in this package, or from www.axis.com/techsup
Installation steps
1. Check the package contents against the list below.
2. Hardware overview. See page 4.
3. Install the hardware. See page 5.
4. Assign an IP address. See page 7.
5. Set the password. See page 10.
Package contents
Please contact your dealer if anything is missing or damaged.
Item Models/variants/notes
Video encoder AXIS Q7406
CD AXIS Network Video Product CD, including product documentation,
installation tools and other software
Printed Materials AXIS Q7406 Installation Guide (this document)
Axis Warranty Document
Extra serial number label
Important!
• To mount the hardware in either the AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack or the AXIS Q7900
Rack, please see the Installation Guide for the respective encoder rack
• This product must be used in compliance with local laws and regulations.

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Hardware overview
Dimensions
30 x 130 x 255 mm (1.2” x 5.1” x 10.0”) excluding connectors.
6 Video inputs
S/N & P/N label
Bus connectors
DIP switches
1 2 3 4 5 6
DION P
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
Control button
Video inputs 1-6
Power LED
Status LEDs 1-6 Reset button

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Install the Hardware
The AXIS Q7406 is designed to be installed into the following video encoder racks.
• AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack
• AXIS Q7900 Rack
Mounting the AXIS Q7406 into the AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack
The AXIS 291 1U can accommodate 3 Axis blade video encoders. The slots for these are numbered
1-3 from left to right, as seen from the front. The I/O connectors for each slot on the rear panel are
also numbered.
1. Remove a front panel cover from the slot in which the video encoder will be mounted. This is
done by unfastening the screw on each side of the cover.
2. Slide the video encoder into place, using the guides as an aid. The dip switch for setting the line
termination is visible on the bottom edge.
3. Fix the video encoder in place, using the screws from the front panel cover.
Notes:
• Do not leave empty slots on the AXIS 291 1U open, front panel covers must be used on all empty slots.
See the table Pin assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack, on page
14. For more information about the AXIS 291 1U see the installation guide for the AXIS 291 1U
Video Server Rack.
Power LED

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Mounting the AXIS Q7406 into the AXIS Q7900 Rack
The AXIS Q7900 can accommodate 14 Axis blade video encoders. The slots for these are numbered
1-14 from left to right, as seen from the front. The I/O connectors for each slot on the rear panel
are also numbered.
1. Remove a front panel cover from the slot in which the video encoder will be mounted. This is
done by unfastening the screw on each side of the cover.
2. Slide the video encoder into place, using the guides as an aid. The dip switch for setting the line
termination should be visible on the bottom edge.
3. Fix the video encoder in place, using the screws from the front panel cover.
Note: Front panel covers should be used on all empty slots.
See the tables Pin assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack, on page 15, and Pin
assignments for the RS-485 Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack, on page 16 below for pin
assignment information. For more information about the AXIS Q7900 see the installation guide for
the AXIS Q7900 Rack.
Screws

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Assign an IP address
Most networks today have a DHCP server that automatically assigns IP addresses to connected
devices. If your network does not have a DHCP server the AXIS Q7406 will use 192.168.0.90 as the
default IP address for channel 1, 192.168.0.91 for channel 2, 192.168.0.92 for channel 3,
192.168.0.93 for channel 4, 192.168.0.94 for channel 5, and 192.168.0.95 as the default IP address
for channel 6.
AXIS IP Utility and AXIS Camera Management are recommended methods for setting an IP
address in Windows. These free applications are available on the Axis Network Video Product CD
supplied with this product, or they can be downloaded from www.axis.com/techsup. Depending on
the number of cameras you wish to install, use the method that suits you best.
Notes:
• If assigning the IP address fails, check that there is no firewall blocking the operation.
• For other methods of assigning or discovering the IP address of the AXIS Q7406, e.g. in other operating
systems, see page 12.
Method Recommended for Operating system
AXIS IP Utility
See page 8
Single video encoder
Small installations
Windows
AXIS Camera Management
See page 9
Multiple video encoder
Large installations
Installation on a different subnet
Windows 2000
Windows XP Pro
Windows 2003 Server
Windows Vista

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AXIS IP Utility
AXIS IP Utility automatically discovers and displays Axis devices on your network. The application
can also be used to manually assign a static IP address.
Note that the computer running AXIS IP Utility must be on the same network segment (physical
subnet) as the AXIS Q7406.
Automatic discovery
1. Check that the AXIS Q7406 is connected to the network and that power has been applied.
2. Start AXIS IP Utility.
3. When the AXIS Q7406 appears in the window, double-click an entry to open the home page for
that video input.
• If the AXIS Q7406 is installed in an AXIS 291 1U, the AXIS Q7406 appears in the win-
dow with one entry for each of its six video inputs (e.g., AXIS Q7406(1)).
• If the AXIS Q7406 is installed in an AXIS Q7900, the AXIS Q7406 appears in the win-
dow with one entry for each of its six video inputs (e.g. AXIS Q7406 Rack 2 Blade 1
Channel 6).
4. See page 10 for instructions on how to assign the password.
Set the IP address manually (optional)
1. Acquire an unused IP address on the same network segment as your computer.
2. Select one of the AXIS Q7406s in the list.
3. Click the button Assign new IP address to selected device and enter the IP address.
4. Click the Assign button and follow the instructions.
5. Click the Home Page button to access the video encoder’s web pages.
6. See page 10 for instructions on how to set the password.

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AXIS Camera Management - multiple cameras/large installations
AXIS Camera
Management can
automatically find and
set IP addresses, show
connection status, and
manage firmware
upgrades for multiple
Axis video products.
Automatic discov-
ery
1. Check that the AXIS Q7406 is connected to the network and that power has been applied.
2. Start AXIS Camera Management.
3. When the AXIS Q7406 appears in the window, right-click the link and select Live View Home
Page:
• If the AXIS Q7406 is installed in an AXIS 291 1U, the AXIS Q7406 appears in the win-
dow with one entry for each of its six video inputs (e.g., AXIS Q7406(1)).
• If the AXIS Q7406 is installed in an AXIS Q7900, the AXIS Q7406 appears in the win-
dow with one entry for each of its six video inputs (e.g. AXIS Q7406 Rack 2 Blade 1
Channel 6)
4. See page 10 for instructions on how to assign the password.
Assign an IP address in a single device
1. Select one of the AXIS Q7406s in AXIS Camera Management
and click the Assign IP button.
2. Select Assign the following IP address and enter the IP
address, the subnet mask and default router the device will
use.
3. Click the OK button.
Assign IP addresses in multiple devices
AXIS Camera Management speeds up the process of assigning IP
addresses to multiple devices, by suggesting IP addresses from a
specified range.
1. Select the devices you wish to configure (different models can be
selected) and click the Assign IP button.
2. Select Assign the following IP address range and enter the range of
IP addresses, the subnet mask and default router the devices will
use.
3. Click the OK button.

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Set the password
To gain access to the product, the password for the default administrator user root must be set. This
is done in the ‘Configure Root Password’ dialog, which is displayed when the AXIS Q7406 is
accessed for the first time.
To prevent network eavesdropping when setting the root password, this can be done via an
encrypted HTTPS connection, which requires an HTTPS certificate (see note below).
To set the password via a standard HTTP connection, enter it directly in the first dialog shown
below.
To set the password via an encrypted HTTPS connection, follow these steps:
1. Click the Create self-signed certificate button.
2. Provide the requested information and click OK. The certificate is created and the password can
now be set securely. All traffic to and from the AXIS Q7406 is encrypted from this point on.
3. Enter a password and then re-enter it to confirm the spelling. Click OK. The password has now
been configured.
4. To log in, enter the user name “root” in the dialog as requested.
Note: The default administrator user name root cannot be deleted.
5. Enter the password as set above, and click OK. If the password is lost, the AXIS Q7406 must be
reset to the factory default settings. See page 17.
6. If required, click Yes to install AMC (AXIS Media Control), which allows viewing of the video
stream in Internet Explorer. You will need administrator rights on the computer to do this.
7. The Live View page of the AXIS Q7406 is displayed, with links to the Setup tools, which allow
you to customize the video encoder.
To configure the password directly via an
unencrypted connection, enter the
password here.
To create an HTTPS connection,
start by clicking this button.

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Notes:
• HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) is a protocol used to encrypt the traffic between web
browsers and servers. The HTTPS certificate controls the encrypted exchange of information.
• The default administrator user root cannot be deleted.
• If the password for root is lost or forgotten, the AXIS Q7406 must be reset to the factory default settings.
See page 17.
Setup - Provides all the tools for configuring
the video encoder to requirements.
Help - Displays
online help on all
aspects of using
the video encoder.

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Other methods of setting the IP address
The table below shows the other methods available for setting or discovering the IP address. All
methods are enabled by default, and all can be disabled.
Set the IP address with ARP/Ping
1. Acquire 6 IP addresses on the same network segment your computer is connected to.
2. Locate the 6 serial numbers (S/N) on the AXIS Q7406 label.
3. Open a command prompt on your computer and enter the following commands:
4. Check that the network cable is connected to the AXIS Q7406 and then start/restart the AXIS
Q7406, by disconnecting and reconnecting power. If PoE is used, start/restart the AXIS Q7406
by disconnecting and then reconnecting the network cable.
5. Close the command prompt when you see ‘Reply from 192.168.0.125:...’ or similar.
6. Repeat steps 3, 4 and 5 for the remaining video inputs.
7. In your browser, type in http://<IP address> in the Location/Address field and press Enter on
your keyboard.
Notes:
• To open a command prompt in Windows: from the Start menu, select Run... and type cmd. Click OK.
• To use the ARP command on a Mac OS X, use the Terminal utility in Application > Utilities.
Use in operating
system
Notes
UPnP™
Windows When enabled on your computer, the video encoder is
automatically detected and added to “My Network Places.”
Bonjour MAC OSX
(10.4 or later)
Applicable to browsers with support for Bonjour. Navigate to the
Bonjour bookmark in your browser (e.g. Safari) and click on the
link to access the video encoder’s web pages.
AXIS Dynamic DNS
Service
All A free service from Axis that allows you to quickly and simply
install your video encoder. Requires an Internet connection with
no HTTP proxy. See www.axiscam.net for more information.
ARP/Ping All See below. The command must be issued within 2 minutes of
connecting power to the video encoder.
View DHCP server
admin pages
All To view the admin pages for the network DHCP server, see the
server’s own documentation.
Windows syntax Windows example
arp -s <IP Address> <Serial Number>
ping -l 408 -t <IP Address> arp -s 192.168.0.125 00-40-8c-18-10-00 ping -l 408 -t 192.168.0.125
UNIX/Linux/Mac syntax UNIX/Linux/Mac example
arp -s <IP Address> <Serial Number> temp
ping -s 408 <IP Address> arp -s 192.168.0.125 00:40:8c:18:10:00 temp ping -s 408 192.168.0.125

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Unit connectors
DIP Switches - Each video input has a corresponding line termination DIP switch. Axis blade video
encoders are supplied with the line termination enabled for each input; that is, with the DIP
switches set to ON (up position).
To connect the video input in parallel with other equipment, disable the input termination by set-
ting the corresponding DIP switch to OFF (down position). Failure to do so may affect the image
quality negatively.
Bus Connector - This is the physical interface to the video encoder rack, providing power, network
and the I/O terminal connector.
Control Button - This button is used to reset the video encoder to the factory default settings. See
page 17.
Reset Button - This button disconnects and reconnects power to the video encoder. See page 17.
Video Inputs - The AXIS Q7406 supports 6 video sources (VIDEO 1 - VIDEO 6). Each video input is
terminated using a coax/BNC connector. Physical connections made using 75 Ohm coaxial video
cable have a recommended maximum length of 800 feet (250 meters).
I/O Terminal Connector(s) (AXIS 291 1U) - Provides the physical interface to 2 configurable
input/outputs on channels 1-2, and 1 configurable output for channels 3-6. Video input 1 on each
blade also provides an RS-485 interface, usually used for connecting Pan Tilt Zoom devices. See Pin
assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack, on page 14 for pin
assignment information.
I/O Terminal Connector(s) (AXIS Q7900) - Provides the physical interface for up to 12 I/Os. See
Pin assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack, on page 15 for pin assignment
information.
RS-485 Connector (AXIS Q7900) - Usually used for connecting Pan Tilt Zoom devices. See Pin
assignments for the RS-485 Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack, on page 16 for pin assignment
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Pin assignments
Pin assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack
Pin Function Description
1 +12V out, 100mA
2GND
3 Channel 1, Configurable I/O 1 Digital input - Connect to GND to
activate, or leave floating (or
unconnected) to deactivate.
Digital output - Uses an open-
drain NFET transistor with the
source connected to GND. If used
with an external relay, a diode
must be connected in parallel
with the load, for protection
against voltage transients.
Min input = - 40V DC
Max input = + 40V DC
Max load = 100mA
Max voltage = + 40V DC
(to the transistor)
4 Channel 2, Configurable I/O 1
5 Channel 3, Configurable I/O 1
6 Channel 4, Configurable I/O 1
7 Channel 5, Configurable I/O 1
8 Channel 6, Configurable I/O 1
9 Channel 1, Configurable I/O 2
10 Channel 2, Configurable I/O 2
11 Channel 1, RS485A
(non-inverting) (Video input 1)
A half-duplex RS-485 interface for controlling auxiliary equipment
e.g. PTZ devices.
12 Channel 1, RS485B
(non-inverting) (Video input 1)

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Pin assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack
The following connection diagram gives an example of how to connect an auxiliary device to the
AXIS Q7406.
Pin Function Description
1 Channel 1, Configurable I/O 1 Digital input - Connect to GND
to activate, or leave floating (or
unconnected) to deactivate.
Digital output - Uses an open-
drain NFET transistor with the
source connected to GND. If
used with an external relay, a
diode must be connected in
parallel with the load, for
protection against voltage
transients.
Min input = - 40V DC
Max input = + 40V DC
Max load = 100mA
Max voltage = + 40V DC
(to the transistor)
2 Channel 2, Configurable I/O 1
3 Channel 3, Configurable I/O 1
4 Channel 4, Configurable I/O 1
5 Channel 5, Configurable I/O 1
6 Channel 6, Configurable I/O 1
7 Channel 1, Configurable I/O 2
8 Channel 2, Configurable I/O 2
9 Channel 3, Configurable I/O 2
10 Channel 4, Configurable I/O 2
11 Channel 5, Configurable I/O 2
12 Channel 6, Configurable I/O 2
E.g. push button
I/O configured as input
I/O configured as output
AXIS Q7406
3.3V
*12V max 100mA
D
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Pin assignments for the RS-485 Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack
Note: For RS-485 unit connector information for the AXIS Q7406 see Unit connectors, on page 13. For
other video encoders, refer to their respective Installation Guide for I/O connector information.
LED Indicators
Pin AXIS Q7406
1 Channel 1, RS485A
2 Channel 1, RS485B
3 Channel 2, RS485A
4 Channel 2, RS485B
5 Channel 3, RS485A
6 Channel 3, RS485B
7 Channel 4, RS485A
8 Channel 4, RS485B
9 Channel 5, RS485A
10 Channel 5, RS485B
11 Channel 6, RS485A
12 Channel 6, RS485B
Status Green Steady green - normal operation
Red One flash - the corresponding channel is starting up
Two flashes - the corresponding channel is resetting to factory default settings
Steady red - hardware error on the corresponding channel
Green/red Flashes for no connection to AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service
Power Green Normal operation
Green/Amber Flashes for one or more channel upgrade

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Resetting to the Factory Default Settings
This will reset all the parameters in all 6 units (including all six IP
addresses) to the factory default settings.
1. Press both the Reset button and Control button.
2. Release the Reset button and hold the Control button.
3. Keep the Control button pressed until the Power indicator
turns green and the six Status indicators turn amber (this
may take up to 15 seconds).
4. Release the Control button. When the Status indicators
display green (which can take up to 1 minute) the process is
complete and the video encoder has been reset.
5. Re-assign the IP addresses, using one of the methods
described in this document.
To reset an individual unit to the original factory default settings,
use the button provided in that unit’s web interface. For more
information, please see the online help.
Accessing the AXIS Q7406 from the Internet
Once installed, your AXIS Q7406 is accessible on your local network (LAN). To access the video
encoder from the Internet, network routers must be configured to allow incoming traffic, which is
usually done on a specific port.
• HTTP port (default port 80) for viewing and configuration
• RTSP port (default port 554) for viewing H.264 video streams
Please refer to the documentation for your router for further instructions. For more information on
this and other topics, visit the Axis Support Web at www.axis.com/techsup
Further information
The user’s manual is available from the Axis Web site at www.axis.com or from the Axis Network
Video Product CD supplied with this product.
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
Control button
Power Indicator
Reset button
Status Indicator
Tip!
Visit www.axis.com/techsup to check if there is updated firmware available for your AXIS
Q7406. To see the currently installed firmware version, see the Basic Configuration web
page in the product’s Setup tools.

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Encodeur vidéo lame AXIS Q7406
Guide d'installation
Ce guide d'installation vous explique comment installer votre Encodeur vidéo lame AXIS Q7406 sur
votre réseau. Pour toute autre information sur l'utilisation de ce produit, consultez le Manuel de
l'utilisateur, que vous trouverez sur le CD fourni ou sur le site www.axis.com/techsup.
Étapes de l'installation
1. Vérifiez le contenu de la livraison à l'aide de la liste ci-dessous.
2. Présentation du matériel. Reportez-vous à la page 20.
3. Installation du matériel. Reportez-vous à la page 21.
4. Attribution d’une adresse IP. Reportez-vous à la page 23.
5. Configuration du mot de passe. Reportez-vous à la page 27.
Contenu de l'emballage
Veuillez contacter votre revendeur s’il manque des articles ou si certains sont endommagés.
Article Modèles/variantes/remarques
Encodeur vidéo AXIS Q7406
CD CD du produit de vidéo sur IP AXIS comprenant les outils d'installation,
les autres logiciels et la documentation
Documentation Guide d'installation de l’AXIS Q7406 (le présent document)
Document de garantie d'Axis
Étiquette de numéro de série supplémentaire
Important !
• Pour monter le matériel sur le Rack de serveur vidéo AXIS 291 1U ou sur le Rack AXIS
Q7900, reportez-vous au Guide d’installation du rack concerné.
• Ce produit doit être utilisé conformément aux lois et dispositions locales en vigueur.

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Présentation du matériel
Dimensions
30 x 130 x 255 mm, connecteurs exclus.
6 entrées vidéo
Étiquette de n° de série et de n° de pièce
Connecteurs de bus
Commutateurs DIP
1 2 3 4 5 6
DION P
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
Bouton de commande
Entrées vidéo 1 à 6
DEL d’alimentation
DEL d’état 1 à 6 Bouton de réinitialisation