Consilium VDR F2 User manual

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Consilium VDR F2
Voyage Data Recorder
Installation manual

Consilium Marine & Safety AB
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The contents of this document are subject to revision without
prior notice due to continued progress in methodology, design and
manufacturing. Consilium assumes no legal responsibility for any error
or damage resulting from the usage of this document.
July 2014
Document number: 5490066-00A03
Part number: 5490066
© 2014, Consilium AB

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Revisions:
Date Version Issue by Description
2014-06-14 A01 TE Initial draft
2014-06-27 A02 TE Initial release
2014-07-01 A03 STE Added template drawings
Table of contents
1 About this manual ..................................................................................................3
1.1 General ............................................................................................................3
1.2 Symbols Used in the Manual ..........................................................................3
2 General Description................................................................................................4
2.1 System Description .........................................................................................4
2.2 System functions.............................................................................................5
3 Wiring principle .....................................................................................................6
3.1 Required cable dimensions and standards.......................................................6
3.1.1 Signal cables ............................................................................................6
3.1.2 DC power cables......................................................................................6
3.1.3 AC power cables......................................................................................7
3.1.4 Network cables.........................................................................................7
3.2 Termination of cables......................................................................................7
3.2.1 Press-type terminals.................................................................................7
3.2.2 Screw-type terminals ...............................................................................8
3.2.3 Network connectors .................................................................................8
3.2.4 Shields......................................................................................................8
3.2.5 Grounding................................................................................................9
4 Control units.........................................................................................................10
4.1 Main Unit (MU)............................................................................................10
4.1.1 Selecting location...................................................................................11
4.1.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................11
4.1.3 Mechanical installation..........................................................................11
4.1.4 Quick guide............................................................................................11
4.1.5 Placement of modules inside MU..........................................................12
4.2 Remote Control Unit (RCU2).......................................................................15
4.2.1 Selecting location...................................................................................15
4.2.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................15
4.2.3 Mechanical installation..........................................................................15
4.2.4 Electrical installation .............................................................................16
5 Audio units...........................................................................................................18
5.1 Audio Mixer Unit (AMU).............................................................................18
5.1.1 Selecting location...................................................................................19
5.1.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................19
5.1.3 Mechanical installation..........................................................................19
5.1.4 Electrical installation .............................................................................19
5.2 Microphones..................................................................................................21
5.2.1 Selecting location...................................................................................21

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5.2.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................22
5.2.3 Mechanical installation..........................................................................23
5.2.4 Electrical installation .............................................................................23
6 Video Units...........................................................................................................25
6.1 Video Grabber Unit (VGU)...........................................................................25
6.1.1 Selecting location...................................................................................25
6.1.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................25
6.1.3 Mechanical installation..........................................................................25
6.1.4 Electrical installation .............................................................................25
6.1.5 Power and network connection..............................................................27
7 Storage units.........................................................................................................28
7.1 Selecting location..........................................................................................28
7.2 Dimensions....................................................................................................29
7.3 Fixed capsule PROCAP ................................................................................29
7.3.1 Mechanical installation..........................................................................30
7.3.2 Electrical installation .............................................................................34
7.4 Tron (Jotron) capsule ....................................................................................38
7.4.1 Mechanical installation..........................................................................39
7.4.2 Electrical installation .............................................................................41
7.5 Capsule check procedures.............................................................................44
7.6 Long Term Storage Unit (LTS).....................................................................44
7.7 Portable Black Box (PBB) ............................................................................44
7.7.1 Selecting location...................................................................................44
7.7.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................45
7.7.3 Mechanical installation..........................................................................45
7.7.4 Electrical installation .............................................................................46
8 Pre-setup procedures ............................................................................................47
9 Entering and updating configuration data............................................................48
9.1 Start-up..........................................................................................................48
9.2 Start ...............................................................................................................48
9.2.1 New VDR Configuration.......................................................................48
9.2.2 Load configuration from VDR...............................................................48
9.2.3 Load configuration from local file.........................................................48
9.3 System...........................................................................................................49
9.4 Data ...............................................................................................................50
9.4.1 Add new data source..............................................................................50
9.5 Video.............................................................................................................55
9.5.1 Add video source from VGU.................................................................55
9.5.2 Video source from network ...................................................................57
9.6 Audio.............................................................................................................57
9.7 Storage...........................................................................................................58
9.8 Playback Setup..............................................................................................59
9.8.1 Navigation sensors.................................................................................59
9.8.2 Door and Alarm sensors.........................................................................60
9.8.3 Propulsion sensors .................................................................................60
9.9 Save configuration.........................................................................................61
10 Technical specification.........................................................................................62

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1About this manual
1.1 General
The Installation Manual is intended for an authorized installation company. It contains
general information for installation of hardware and wiring of the system components.
It also contains notes on installation practice. Using the wrong cable may harm the
long-term stability of the installation, introduce noise on the data and sound channels,
and in serious cases, void the warranty.
N
ote!
•This Installation Manual is covering the mechanical and electrical
installation of the Main Unit before turning the power on.
•Please check that correct installation instructions are used,
corresponding to delivered type of product.
•It is necessary to follow the instructions in this and other mentioned
documents for guarantee claims.
Danger!
Hazardous voltage!
Do not remove covers! Only authorized personnel are allowed to do so.
1.2 Symbols Used in the Manual
Danger!
Risk of serious or fatal injury to the user and/or severe damage to the product
if the instructions are not followed.
Warning!
Risk of personal injury and/or damage to the product if the instructions are not
followed.
Caution!
R isk of minor or moderate personal injury. Risk of equipment damage, loss of
data, extra work or unexpected results if the instructions are not followed..
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ote!
To alert about important facts and conditions.
Information!
To direct to specific instructions, such as where to find additional
information and to tell how to perform a certain operation in an easier way.

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2General Description
2.1 System Description
The VDR is designed to meet the performance and technical requirements stated in
IEC 60945, IMO Resolution A.861(20), MSC.333(90), A.694(17), and
IEC 61996-1 Ed.2 for VDR and RUSSIAN MARITIME REGISTER OF SHIPPING -
RULES FOR TECHNICAL SUPERVISION DURING CONSTRUCTION OF
SHIPS AND MANUFACURE OF MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS FOR SHIPS,
Volume 2, Part IV, ND No. 2-020101-040-E.
The Consilium VDR is a distributed system that consists of a number of units
connected to each other through Ethernet. There are three main categories of units in a
VDR system: signal converter units, control units and storage units.
A typical VDR system contains of a number of signal converter units, control unit,
one remote control unit placed on or in the vicinity of the bridge and the storage units.
Units in a Consilium VDR system

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The VDR is autonomous system that continuously records and stores data on the
storage units. The recorded data contains information from:
•Video signals – radar and ECDIS
•Audio signals - microphones and VHF radios
•Navigation data from bridge instruments
•Ship control data from engine and rudder
•Analogue signals - controls, meters and gauges
•On/Off signals - indication, alarm/warning lamps
The data is stored for a minimum of 48 /720 hours on the storage units according to
regulations, and is then replaced by new data.
The optional Portable Black Box (PBB) stores all collected data from the VDR and
has about 2-3 months of storage capacity.
2.2 System functions
The daily user communication with the VDR is via the Remote Control unit (RCU2)
preferable placed at the conning navigation workstation on the bridge. There is a
service display on the CM2.2 module in the Main unit. A portable PC/laptop can be
connected to the VDR for authorized communication e.g. service, Annual
Performance Tests (APT) and Investigative Authority downloading of data.
The capsule data can be downloaded to an external laptop computer or, by optional
installation, to a PBB or a permanently network connected external PC on board the
vessel. Replay of data can be performed on an external PC equipped with an Ethernet
or USB data input.

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3Wiring principle
Warning!
Make sure that the all cables are approved for marine standard.
All cables must be properly ID-marked (numbered) in both ends.
Not following instructions will void guarantee claims.
3.1 Required cable dimensions and standards
3.1.1 Signal cables
Alternative 1:
•1x2x0.5 mm² (pair twisted)
•Armoured and pair screened instrumentation and communication cable 250V.
•Marine approved, shielded, flame-retardant, halogen free, low smoke
emission.
Alternative 2:
Marine approved network cable. See next page.
3.1.2 DC power cables
•2x0.75 mm²
•Armoured control and instrumentation cable 250V.
•Marine approved, shielded, flame-retardant, halogen free, low smoke
emission.

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3.1.3 AC power cables
•3Gx1.5 mm²
•Armoured power and control cable 0.6/1kV
•Marine approved, shielded, flame-retardant, halogen free, low smoke
emission.
3.1.4 Network cables
Marine approved TP cable min type CAT-5E
•Stranded wires
•AWG 23-24
•Shielded, flame-retardant, halogen free, low smoke emission.
3.2 Termination of cables
All signal cables must be connected carefully and by using described method depending
on type of connection block terminal. Same principles can be used on power cables.
3.2.1 Press-type terminals
Where the connection block terminals are of press-type we recommend using bare
wires as below. For cables < 0.25mm² - use end-caps.

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3.2.2 Screw-type terminals
Where the connection block terminals are of screw-type we recommend to press end-
caps on the bare wire ends as shown above.
3.2.3 Network connectors
All network connectors shall be of shielded type. Always assemble according to
correct instructions and use correct special tool.
Warning!
The colour order and correct tool is very important for correct function.
3.2.4 Shields
All shields shall be terminated in the connect plates in Main
Unit. If risk for short circuiting, use a slip-on plastic tube or
shrink tubing. The screen is not meant to carry any current
signal, it is only a screen.
Strap the cables according to picture below.
Network cables:
•Peel off an open area on cables and strap on first connect
plate (prevents harmful bending)
Power cables:
•Peel cables and strap shield on connect plate
1. Orange/White
2. Orange
3. Green/ White
4. Blue
5. Blue/White
6. Green
7. Brown/White
8. Brown

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3.2.5 Grounding
Use a 6 mm
2
cross-section ground cable and mount it to the ground bolt of the unit.
Find a relevant ground spot for the other end.
Units to be grounded:
•Main Unit
•Audio Mixer Unit
•Video Grabber Unit
•Signal Converter cabinet
•Remote Control Unit RCU2 – in cable shields
See drawings for correct grounding.
When the AMU and the VGU are placed closer than 1 meter from Main unit and all
shields are properly installed, the grounding wire is less important.

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4Control units
Control units are those units that control and supervise the VDR recording.
The Consilium VDR system holds different control devices for different purposes:
•Main Unit
•Remote Control Unit (RCU2)
•PC (laptop)
4.1 Main Unit (MU)
The Main Unit is a locked cabinet consisting of modules for Power supply, and
battery backup, signal converters for serial NMEA inputs, Ethernet switch(es), power
ON/OFF breakers.
VDR F2 Main unit
Power
supervisor
modules
Control
module
NMEA
module(s)
Batteries
Power
module
Connect
plates
Ethernet
switch(es)
Long
Term
Storage

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4.1.1 Selecting location
The Main Unit shall be placed indoors in the vicinity of the bridge e. g the equipment
room. The location must have or be:
•Space enough to give accessibility for service and APT of the unit.
•Protected from weather and shall offer air circulation a stable temperature
within temperature requirements.
•Not expose the unit to excessive vibration levels.
And also:
•The cabinet bottom shall be placed approximately 1,2 m from the floor where
practical.
•The MU cabinet shall be vertically mounted in a location where necessary
cabling from bridge equipment can be brought to the unit.
•Close to suitable sturdy ground (within 300 mm from Main Unit grounding
point)
4.1.2 Dimensions
The dimensions for the unit are about (H×W×D) 583×440×177mm (excl. brackets).
Weight = 19kg. See mechanical drawing for details.
The MU shall be grounded with supplied ground cable or equal. The external units’
cable shields shall be tied to the connect plates in the bottom of the cabinet. See
chapter Shields above
All termination is also described in the drawings.
4.1.3 Mechanical installation
The MU cabinet shall be bolted to the wall using four M8 bolts and washers. Optimal
distance from the cabinet bottom to the floor is 1.2 m to obtain sufficient working
height and space below for connected cables (min 250 mm). It is also important to
leave enough clearance in front of the MU to allow door opening and above MU to
allow battery change. See drawing.
4.1.4 Quick guide
Connections to be made inside Main Unit (see drawings for more info)
Unit Power Module Terminal No Comment
Switch 1 ( lower) IOM 700 1+ 1- Internal
Battery backup
Switch 2 ( upper) IOM700 2+ 2- Internal
Battery backup
VGU1 Power IOM700 3+ 3- Optional
Jotron floatfree Power IOM700 4+ 4- Battery backup
RCU2 Power IOM700 5+ 5- Battery backup
AMU Power IOM700 6+ 6- Battery backup
VGU 2 Power IOM700 7+ 7- Optional
PROCAP Capsule Power IOM700 8+ 8- Battery backup
Signal Converter Power External + - 24VDC, 5A

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Unit Network Module Marking Comment
VGU1 Network Eth switch See drawing
VGU2 Network Eth switch See drawing
RCU2 Network Eth switch See drawing
AMU Network Eth switch See drawing
ProCap Capsule Network Eth switch See drawing
Jotron Capsule Network Eth switch See drawing
Signal Conv Network
DDU Eth switch See drawing Optional
Signal Conv Network
DAU NMEA See drawing Optional
PBB Eth switch See drawing Optional
All cables shall be thread through cable outlet, shielded and tied in the connect plates
in the bottom of the cabinet.
Danger!
In order to shut off the correct outputs in I/O module, in case of power failure,
it is important to terminate according to drawings.
4.1.5 Placement of modules inside MU
Danger!
Hazardous voltage!
Do not remove covers! Only authorized personnel are allowed to do so.
4.1.5.1 Power module inside MU
The Power module is placed on the right side in the cabinet.
The power cable (100-230VAC) shall come from the vessels Emergency Power
supply and be terminated in the Power breaker according to below. It is important to
leave the cable outer sheath all the way up to the Power breaker to minimize EMI.
Power ON/OFF
Charger M
NMEA M 6 IN
Placement of
module
s
inside MU
Control M2.2
I/O M 700
PSU
Long Term
Storage

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Signal Terminal No Cable
L L 3Gx1,5mm²
N N
PE PE
Shielding shall be made by peeling off an open area on the cable. The open area shall
then be tied to the connect plate (see next page).
N
ote!
Use a Multimeter to verify system voltage after complete installation. Correct
system voltage is +28 +/- 0.5VDC.
L
N
PE
Power cable
inside MU
Shield
tied to
connect
plate

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If the ships emergency power is lost the VDR will be powered from the batteries for 2
hours of audio recording and will be shut off after these two hours to avoid over-
writing of the data in the capsule.
4.1.5.2 BAM interface in Control module in MU
The Control module has a serial interface (IEC 61162-1) to an external Bridge Alert
Management system (BAM). The interface is bidirectional (Rx/Tx).
Instrument A (-) B (+)
To BAM Tx 15 16
From BAM Rx 17 18
BAM Interface
RX- 17
RX+ 18
TX- 15
TX+ 16

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4.2 Remote Control Unit (RCU2)
The Remote Control Unit presents information from the VDR on a display. The unit
contains six buttons to be used by crew.
4.2.1 Selecting location
The Remote Control shall be placed easily accessible for the Officer on Watch (OW)
at the position from where the vessel normally is navigated. That can be in or adjacent
to the bridge alarm panel, if any.
4.2.2 Dimensions
The dimensions for the RCU2 unit are (H×W×D) 144×144×54 mm (excl. connector).
See mechanical drawing for details.
4.2.3 Mechanical installation
Remote Control Unit RCU2 is intended for panel mounting, using panel cut out as in
picture below. See mechanical drawing for details.
Remote control unit RCU2

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4.2.4 Electrical installation
The RCU2 shall be powered from the I/O module inside Main Unit.
The loose end of the supplied network cable shall be connected in the Remote Control
Unit and the connector end shall be connected in Ethernet switch in MU according to
table below:
Type Signal Colour Module
in MU No/slot Cable
Power 24 V I/O 5+ 2x0.75mm²
Attend to correct slot in I/O module
0 V 5-
Network Rx- Green Ethernet
switch See drawing CAT-5E S/FTP
Rx+ Green/white
Tx- Orange
Tx+ Orange/white
4.2.4.1 Installation
Open the front for electrical installation (see table/picture below).
N
ote!
Connect the ground bolt in the box interior to sturdy ground.

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Use cable shoes to attach the cable screen to the ground bolt in the RCU2 box
according to below.

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5Audio units
An Audio unit receives audio signals from microphones and VHF radios.
5.1 Audio Mixer Unit (AMU)
The Audio Mixer Unit has inputs for 8 microphones and 2 VHF radios. The AMU
uses compression technique to reduce the size of the recorded audio.
Outside and inside view of AMU
1-8 microphone inputs
Headphone output
Input select button
Network
Power
VHF 1 input
VHF 2 input