Clare Controls CV-MENC-1 Assembly instructions

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Single Channel Encoder Installation Sheet
Model CV-MENC-1
Last modified: 09/28/2016
Description
The ClareVision encoder lets you integrate analog cameras
into ClareVision (or other) IP video surveillance solutions. The
single-channel PoE device supports video encoding at up to
4CIF in a variety of common video standards across multiple
network protocols. The encoder streams video from a single
camera with or without two-way audio.
Package contents
Remove all contents from the encoder packaging and ensure
you have the following items.
 1X single-channel encoder
 1X 12 V power supply
 1X 6-pin 2.5 mm terminal block
 1X 2-pin 3.5 mm terminal block (for power)
 4X mounting screws
Hardware overview
Figure 1: Encoder front
(1) LINE IN – 3.5 mm interfaced for two-way audio input. Connect to
an audio input device, active pick-up, or microphone.
(2) AUDIO OUT – 3.5 mm interface. Connect to an audio output
device, such as a loudspeaker.
(3) POWER LED – Illuminates red when the device is powered on.
Illuminates in orange when the SD card is inserted.
(4) VIDEO IN – BNC connector for video input.
(5) RESET – Restore the factory default setting by holding the
RESET button for more than 15 seconds after power is turned on.
(6) microSD – MicroSD interface for data storage.

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Figure 2: Encoder back
(1) RS-485 – RS-485 serial interface. Connect to a pan/tilt unit,
speed dome, etc.
(2) ALARM IN/OUT – Relay alarm input/output.
Note: The alarm output terminal provides no JP2 pin.
(3) LAN – 10/100 Mbps adaptive Ethernet interface (PoE). The right
LED indicator illuminates green when the network cable is
connected. The left LED indicator blinks orange when data is
transmitting or receiving.
(4) GND – Earth ground
(5) DC 12V – 12 VDC power connection.
Mount the encoder
Caution: This encoder is not approved for outdoor use. Only
install this product in an indoor environment.
The encoder kit contains four screws for mounting the device to a solid
surface.
To mount the encoder:
1. Place the encoder against a solid surface, and then mark
the location of the mounting holes.
2. Remove the encoder, and then drill the four mounting
holes.
3. Position the encoder, and then attach it to the surface
using the screws provided.
Connect the cables
To make the front connections:
1. Connect the camera to the encoder’s BNC connection
labeled “VIDEO IN”.
2. (Optional) Connect an audio input device, such as a
microphone, to the port labeled “LINE IN”.
3. (Optionally) Connect an audio output device, such as a
loudspeaker, to the port labeled “AUDIO OUT.”
To make the back connections:
1. Connect one end of a shielded network cable to the
encoder port labeled “LAN” and then connect the other
end of the cable to one of your router’s network ports.
2. Insert the 6-pin terminal block into the port labeled
“ALARM” and then optionally connect external input/output
devices – for example, alarm devices.
3. Attach a grounding wire to the encoder using the
grounding screw, and then attach the other end to your
rack or other ground.
Insert the memory card
You can store video directly to a microSD memory card inside
the encoder.
To install a microSD card:
1. Insert a microSD card (not included) into the port labeled
“microSD” on the front of the encoder.
2. Check to be sure the card is in the correct orientation.
Connect power
A 2-pin 3.5 mm terminal block is used for power input.
To connect power:
1. Insert the 2-pin terminal block into the outlet marked
“DC12V”, making sure that it is seated properly. See
Figure 2, item 5.
2. Insert the power cable wire marked “DC12V+” into the
connector hole marked “+.”
3. Inset the power cable wire marked “GND” into the
connector hole marked “-.”
4. Attach the other end of the power adapter to and AC
outlet.
5. Check that the indicator LEDs to verify the correct
conditions.
Resetting to the factory default
This will reset all parameters, including the IP address, to the
factory default settings.
To reset the encoder to the factory default:
1. Ensure the encoder is powered off.
2. Insert a rigid object, such as the end of a paper clip, into
the Reset hole, and then press in and hold the button for
15 seconds. See Figure 1, item 5.
Setting the encoder over the LAN
To view and configure the encoder via LAN (Local Area
Network), you need to connect the encoder in the same subnet
with your PC. Then, install the SADP software to search and
change the IP of encoder.

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The following figure shows the cable connection of encoder
and PC:
Figure 3: Wiring over LAN
To set the IP address of the encoder for accessing via
LAN:
1. To get the IP address, use the SADP, a software tool that
can automatically detect encoder in the LAN and list the
device information like IP address, subnet mask, port
number, device serial number, device version, etc., shown
in the figure below.
2. Change the IP address and subnet mask to the same
subnet as of your PC.
After launching the SADP software, it automatically
searches the online devices every 15 seconds from the
subnet where your computer is located. It displays the
total number and information of the searched devices in
the Online Devices interface. The interface displays the
device type, IP address, port number, and gateway.
Notes
 The camera takes 15 seconds to show up online, and 45
seconds to show offline when it is removed.
 Click Refresh Every 15s to refresh the online device list
manually.
 Click or on each column heading to change the order
of the displayed information.
 Click to show the device table and hide the network
parameter panel, or click to show the network
parameter panel.
To modify device information:
1. Select the device to be modified from the device list as
shown below.
2. The network parameters of the device will be displayed in
the Modify Network Parameters panel on the right side as
shown below.
3. Edit the modifiable network parameters – for example, IP
address and port number.
4. Enter the password of the admin account of the device in
the Password field and click Save to save the changes.
5. Enter the IP address of encoder in the address field of the
web browser to view the live video.
Notes
 The default value of the IP address is 192.168.1.250. The
default user name is “clareadmin,” and password is
“secure7.”
 When accessing the encoder from different subnets, set
the gateway for the encoder after you log in.
Accessing via a web browser
System requirements
 Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP SP1 and above
version / Vista / Win7 / Server 2003 / Server 2008 32bits
 CPU: Intel Pentium IV 3.0 GHz or higher
 RAM: 1G or higher
 Display: 1024 x 768 resolution or higher
 Web browser: Internet Explorer 7.0 and above, Apple
Safari 5.02 and above, Mozilla Firefox 3.5 and above, and
Google Chrome8 and above
To access via a web browser:
1. Open the web browser.

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2. In the browser address bar, enter the IP address of the
encoder – for example, 192.168.1.250 and press Enter to
display the login interface.
3. Enter the user name and password, and then click Login.
4. Install the plug-in before viewing the live video and
managing the encoder. Follow the installation prompts to
install the plug-in.
Notes
 You may need to close the web browser to finish the
installation of the plug-in.
 Mac’s require the plug-in to be downloaded manually.
See the Clare Controls ClareVision IP CCTV
Dashboard to download the plug-in.
5. Click OK.
6. Click Next.
7. Click Finish.
8. Reopen the web browser after the installation of the plug-
in and repeat steps 2 and 3 to login.
Specifications
Video Compression
H.264 / MPEG4 / MPEG2 / MJPEG
Video input
1-ch, BNC (1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω)
Audio Compression
G.711u
Audio input
1 ch, 3.5mm interface (2.0 Vp-p, 1 k ) (LINE IN)
Two-way audio input
1 ch, 3.5mm interface (2.0 Vp-p, 1 k ) (LINE IN)
Audio output
1 ch, 3.5mm interface (Linear, 600 )
Recording resolution
DS-6700HFI(-SATA): 4CIF / 2CIF / CIF / QCIF
Frame rate
25 fps (P) / 30 fps/N
Video bit rate
32 Kbps ~ 3072 Kbps, or user defined
(Max. 8192 Mbps)
Audio bit rate
64 Kbps
Dual-stream
Support
Stream type
Video, Video & Audio
Network interface
1 RJ-45 10 M / 100 Mbps adaptive Ethernet
interface
(PoE)
Serial interface
1 half-duplex RS-485 interface
Alarm
1 in, 1 out
Power supply
12 VDC
Consumption
5W
Operating environment
temperature
humidity
14 to 131°F (-10 to +55°C)
10 to 90%, noncondensing
Dimensions (W × H × D)
3.15 × 1.5 × 3.5 in. (8.0 × 3.8 × 8.9 cm)
Weight
≤ 0.5 Kg

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Regulatory information
FCC compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
EU compliance
This product and - if applicable - the supplied
accessories too are marked with "CE" and
comply therefore with the applicable harmonized
European standards listed under the Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive
2004/108/EC, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
European Union
directives
1999/5/EC (R&TTE directive): Hereby, UTC Fire
& Security declares that this device is in
compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
2002/96/EC (WEEE directive): Products marked
with this symbol cannot be disposed of as
unsorted municipal waste in the European Union.
For proper recycling, return this product to your
local supplier upon the purchase of equivalent
new equipment, or dispose of it at designated
collection points. For more information see:
www.recyclethis.info.
2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product
contains a battery that cannot be disposed of as
unsorted municipal waste in the European Union.
See the product documentation for specific
battery information. The battery is marked with
this symbol, which may include lettering to
indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury
(Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to
your supplier or to a designated collection point.
For more information see: www.recyclethis.info.
Warranty information
Clare Controls offers a three (3) year limited warranty on
original Clare Controls components, from the date of
shipment from Clare Controls. To view complete limited
warranty details, including limitations and exclusions,
www.clarecontrols.com/warranty.
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view product
warranty details.
Contact information
Clare Controls
7519 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 104
Sarasota, FL 34243
Support: 941.404.1072
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.clarecontrols.com