Core Tec Communications, LLC VCX-4406-E User manual

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS v1.01
Revision Date: February 8, 2010
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VCX-4406-E MPEG-4 Multi-Channel Encoder
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Core Tec Communications, LLC
2950 Lake Emma Rd.
Suite 1030
Lake Mary, Florida 32746 USA
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.coretec.com
Technical Support:
U.S. 877-331-0547
(Toll Free)
Elsewhere: 407-331-0547

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TableofContents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................3
Familiarization with the VCX-4406 Encoder.......................................................................................4
Com Port Data Interface........................................................................................................................5
Video Input Interface................................................................................................................................5
Ethernet Interface...................................................................................................................................5
Power........................................................................................................................................................5
Display (if applicable).............................................................................................................................6
MountingtheEncoder.............................................................................................................................6
Quick Start..................................................................................................................................................7
If user wishes to test video with VCX4406-E and VCX4400-D use the following method:....................7
If user wishes to configure settings for VCX4406-E via COM Port or on the network:......................8
IP Configuration.......................................................................................................................................10
OVERVIEW...........................................................................................................................................10
INITIAL IP ADDRESSING...................................................................................................................10
CONNECTING TO UNIT..........................................................................................................................
12
Program Commands....................................................................................................................................14
NETWORK SETUP...............................................................................................................................14
COMM PORT SETUP <1|2|3|4|5|6>......................................................................................................17
ENCODER COMMANDS.....................................................................................................................21
COMMON COMMANDS......................................................................................................................25
SAP Settings...........................................................................................................................................28
MISCALLANEOUS SETTINGS...........................................................................................................30
Specifications.............................................................................................................................................31
Part Numbers............................................................................................................................................33
Appendix A................................................................................................................................................34
Standard Ethernet Pin Outs.................................................................................................................34
Com Port Data Interface Pin Out(also uses RJ-45 Plug).......................................................................35
RJ-11 to Serial Interface Adaptor Pin Out.........................................................................................36
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Introduction
The VCX-4406-E is a stand-alone six channel MPEG-4 video encoder. Video from up to
six sources may be connected to the encoder while all six channels are connected to the network
through a single Ethernet port. The VCX4406-E will supply four serial control ports for the
operators to control the video sources.
The VCX-4406-E Digital Video Codec system consists of VCX series video encoder(s)
and decoder(s). The decoders may be either VCX series hardware or MMS series software
completing the link providing the capability for one-way end-to-end transmission of compressed
digital video in IP packets at data rates in the 64kbps to 4.0 Mbps range.
The system employs MPEG-4 encoding. The encoding-decoding process is applied to an
NTSC (or PAL) video input, selected in software. 
The video encoder converts the video to a serial signal, which is multiplexed with any
data sub-channels present. The stream is then formatted into a series of IP packets sent to the
network through a standard Ethernet connection.
Modification of video format and resolution, data sub-channel characteristics, and basic
IP parameters is achieved through one of the following means:
a) a Hyper Terminal accessible menu
b) Telnet through the Ethernet connection
c) MMS software
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The video decoder receives the IP packets, separates the video data from the data sub-
channels, and converts the video data to analog form, providing an NTSC (or PAL) output.
The unit features four bi-directional data sub-channels (programmable for RS-232 or RS-
422). Data bits are multiplexed with the digital data stream.

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Familiarization with the VCX-4406 Encoder
The VCX-4406-E Video Encoder accepts up to six (6) video inputs and supplies four (4)
data IO ports. The output from the encoder is a stream of IP- packets with all video and control
channels encoded on a single Ethernet port. The VCX-4406-E has an optional fluorescent LED
display to allow monitoring of unit performance and to facilitate troubleshooting. The encoder
has a programmable reset, which prompts the re-initiation of the video stream(s).
The unit effectively compresses six (6) data streams and supplies them to the decoder
which re-creates an analog waveform in NTSC (or PAL) video format. The unit supports the bi-
directional data transmission of four (4) data sub-channels, corresponding to the selected encoder
channel. The unit also features a status LED for each channel. The encoder has a programmable
reset, which prompts the re-initiation of the video stream, as well as a reboot command. The
decoder also has a programmable reset command, tied to errors in the incoming video stream, as
well as a reboot command.
FrontviewofVCX‐4406‐E
BackViewofVCX‐4406‐E
6VideoInputs
Pleasereferto
“VideoInterface”in
tableofcontents
4DataSub‐channels
Referto“ComPort
DataInterfaces”in
TableofContents
2USBPorts
Ethernet
Referto“Ethernet
Interface”inTable
of Contents
PowerSupply
Referto“Power
Interface”in
Table of Contents
TerminalPort
Power
Switch
FireWire

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Com Port Data Interface
There are four (4) bi-directional data interfaces, RS-232 and RS-422 selectable, on the
encoder and decoder assemblies. Each interface uses RJ-45 connectors. When using the RS-
232 configuration pin 7 is ground. Com Port parameters are configured through the system
software.
Refer to Appendix A for the correct pin out.
Video Input Interface
Connect a BNC-terminated coaxial cable from a composite video source (e.g., CCTV
camera) to one of six BNC connectors labeled “VIDEO IN” (encoder). The composite video
input should be in NTSC or PAL format. The maximum length of cable that should be
interfaced to the encoder or decoder is 100 feet, although the specific installation environment
will dictate the actual permissible length.
Ethernet Interface
There is one Ethernet interface for encoder or decoder, which uses a standard RJ-45
connector. The standard method of terminating an ETHERNET cable reflects the TIA568A
standard (Telecommunications Industry Association standard).
Refer to Appendix A for the Straight Through and Crossover Ethernet Pin Out.
Power
Power is applied through a standard IEC type detachable line cord at the rear of the unit.
The unit automatically senses 110 VAC or 220 VAC supply and will operate with either.

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Display (if applicable)
The fluorescent LED display provides a scrolling list of key parameters when the unit is in its
active (non-stand-by) state.
The display is a two-line display. Each parameter is displayed, in turn, for three seconds
on the bottom line. It then moves to the top line while the next parameter is displayed on the
bottom line.
The parameters displayed are as follows:
Name of unit
Software version
Device IP address
Sub-net mask
Video IP (multi-cast group)
Group Length
FPS (frames per second)
Maximum Bit Rate (encoder only)
Audio On or Off
Com 1 On or Off
Com 1 Bit Rate
Com 1 IP
Com 2 On or Off
Com 2 Bit Rate
Com 2 IP
Mounting the Encoder
The VCX-4406-E 1U Encoder is a 19 inch unit and furnished with mounting ears
allowing installation in a 19” rack frame. All signal connections are from the rear, eliminating
any need for setback from the front plane of the rack.

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Quick Start
If user wishes to test video with VCX4406-E and VCX4400-D use the following method:
1. Unpack the VCX-4406-E Video Encoder.
2. Connect a BNC-terminated coaxial cable from a composite NTSC (or PAL) video
source (e.g., CCTV camera) to the BNC connector labeled “VIDEO IN” on the VCX-
4406-E Video Encoder.
3. Connect a BNC-terminated coaxial cable to a composite NTSC (or PAL) video output
(e.g., CCTV monitor) to the BNC connector labeled “VIDEO OUT” on the VCX-
4400-D Video Decoder.
4. Connect the VCX-4406-E Video Encoder to the VCX-4400-D Video Decoder via the
Ethernet port (RJ-45), located to the left of the two RJ-45 sub channel-ports on the
rear of each unit, using a Cat 5 Ethernet cross over cable (the send and receive pairs
are swapped end-to end). Normally, when units are connected to an Ethernet Switch,
straight through cables are used, unless connecting to a crossover port on the Ethernet
Switch.
Refer to Appendix A for Ethernet Straight through and Cross Over Pin Outs.
5. Insert the detachable line cord into the receptacle on the rear of the VCX-4406-E
Encoder and VCX-4400-D Decoder. The unit automatically senses 110 VAC or
220VAC supply and will operate with either.
6. The LED display will be illuminated when power is applied.
7. The display will scroll through the parameters currently programmed in the unit.
8. After a few moments, video should appear on the output of the VCX-4400-D Video
Decoder.
9. If no video is present on the VCX-4400-D decoder verify the following:
a. Both the Encoder and Decoder LED display are in the operate mode. Display
should indicate “Core Tec Communications Initializing”.
b. The link light on the Ethernet port (RJ-45), located on the upper left of the
port connector is lit on both the Encoder and Decoder. If not the Ethernet
cross over cable may be defective.
c. If the above are correct, please read the network setup installation instructions
included in the manual. Note: the setting in default network setup may have
been changed.

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If user wishes to configure settings for VCX4406-E via COM Port or on the network:
Set up for COM Port:
User may configure VCX4406-E setting using a PC connected to the encoder
control port at the front of the unit. A simple 6-wire phone cable (PCA-2400
programming cable) with the RJ-11 adaptor described in Appendix A will supply the
proper RS-232 connection to the PC’s serial port. Note: This is not the same as the “Sub-
Channel” interface. Do not use the RJ-11 adaptor for this channel.
This configuration will permit the unit configuration by a terminal program running on a
PC. Once you have connected the encoder to the PC’s serial port open your terminal
program. The encoder will boot up then ask for a password. The default password is:
admin.
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The PC should have its Com Port configured as:
Baudrate38,400kbps
Databits8bits
Parity NoParity
StopBits1StopBit
FlowcontrolNone
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Refer to Appendix A for pin layout for RJ-11 connector.
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Set up for network:
If the operator wishes to configure the unit through the network the user may
accomplish this by the following procedure. Note: The operator must be sure that the
VCX-4406-E is accessible on their SUBNET. Before completing this step, please refer
to the Programming Configuration Section of this Manual. Here you will set the IP
address and SUBNET Mask of the VCX-4406-E so that it is accessible on your SUBNET
and has a valid IP address. (An example IP address is being used in the following
example.):
Open a “cmd” window and enter the following commands:
Telnet192.168.0.253<enter>
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The encoder will reply asking for a password. Default password is “admin”.
Password:admin
Having used either of these methods, the encoder is ready to receive configuration
commands.

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Main unit configuration
The VCX-4406-E units incorporate support for one form of encoding from six different
input channels. It is important the operator understand this to be able to configure the unit
properly. All commands follow this simple format:
(command<space>parameter<enter>)
From the command prompt, the operator may view the current configuration by entering
the “display” command. This will dump the entire configuration status for the selected encoder.
Enter the following configuration for each of the encoder channels. Take note the IP address
must be of valid encoders on the network. The IP addresses below are just used as an example.
Locate a multichannel MPEG4 encoder.
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Connection Configuration
ip192.168.5.150(use a valid IP on your network)
ipmask255.255.240.0
nameCoreTecEncoder
com11
com1ip192.168.5.151(IP address of the decoder that is sending sub-channel commands)
com1tcp1(assume a universal decoder)
com1server0
com1timeout10
com1baud38400
MPEG4 Configuration
The MPEG4 encoder requires the following parameters be configured to your network:
encoder2
videoip239.5.5.151(use a valid IP on your network)
port4570
bitrate1000
rescif
fps15
Saving Configuration
When all the configuration parameters have been entered, they must be saved to memory and the unit
must be restarted by entering the following command:
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Commit<enter>(pleasewaitamomentuntilthefollowingpromptappears)
COMMIT
DONE
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Reboot <enter>

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IP Configuration
OVERVIEW
The commands contained in this section provide the means to configure critical network,
com ports, encoder, and decoder parameters. The user should consult the factory if specific
functions of interest do not appear to be supported.
INITIAL IP ADDRESSING
To set the device parameters properly, encoder and decoder units must be given appropriate IP
addresses, compatible with the network on which they are to be connected. The software module
VXNETCONFIG was developed to allow a network administrator to set the IP and Subnet in the VCX-
4406 series encoders and decoders.
1) Installation
To load VXNETCONFIG insert the CORE TEC CD into your CD drive. Select
VXNETCONFIG by double clicking on the program. The following window will open:
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VCXNETCONFIGWindow
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Description of Program Functions
(a) The first box on the left hand side of the window displays the current IP address of the
CORE TEC device being interrogated. Type the new IP address into this space
(b) The second box is used to change the SUBNET address. Note that the address displayed
is always 255.255.255.0. Type the new SUBNET address into this space.
(c) The Enable DHCP box is checked when DHCP is to be enabled.
NOTE: Do not enable DHCP if sub-channels are being used of if there is no DHCP
server. Check with the Network Administrator, or call Core Tec Tech Support if
further assistance is needed.
(d) The Configure button is to execute the requested changes to the IP and SUBNET
information. Note that future queries of the SUBNET will indicate 255.255.255.0.
Therefore, the correct SUBNET address should always be entered prior to using the
Configure button.
(e) The box on the right hand of the window displays all VCX-4406 devices (encoders and
decoders) on the network.
1) To make a change to the equipment addressing perform the following steps:
(a) Select the Core Tec device address from the list in the box on the right side of the
window.
(b) Move the cursor to the IP box and select the first octet by highlighting the octet. Enter
the new IP data for the selected octet. As the 3 digits are entered, the software will
automatically highlight the next octet for change. Complete entering the IP address and
then switch to the SUBNET data.
(c) Move the cursor to the SUBNET box and select the first octet by highlighting the octet.
Enter the new SUBNET data for the selected octet. As the 3 digits are entered, the
software will automatically highlight the next octet for change. Complete entering the
SUBNET data.
(d) To execute the change press the configure button. The IP address and the SUBNET will
be updated in the selected Core Tec equipment. The new IP address will be displayed.
The SUBNET will display a default class C- SUBNET there is no read back of the
changed SUBNET displayed.
(e) Repeat this process for all the CORE TEC equipment requiring change.
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CONNECTING TO UNIT
There are currently two ways to connect to the VCX-4406-E.
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1) Telnet
Password: admin (default)
To change the default password perform the following:
Type password <your password (up to 11 characters)>
Where <your password> equals the new password, the password can be anything up to eleven
(11) characters in length.
For configuration using an Ethernet connection, activate the Telnet function by the following:
a. Initiating from the Command Prompt - Telnet nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn
b. Use the MS Windows – START – RUN Telnet nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn
(where nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn is the IP address of the unit being configured)
Employ the command set as described below.
Note that the initial IP addresses (factory default) are:
Encoder 192.168.0.253
Decoder 192.168.0.254
Sub net Mask 255.255.255.0
(Alternatively, the end user software SW-2400 is usable when an Ethernet connection is
established.)

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2) HyperTerminal
NOTE: The following procedure is valid for standalone units only and is not applicable to
rack mount units.
The HyperTerminal configuration procedure uses the serial connection on the front of the
unit.
Using the PCA-2400 programming cable, connect to the control port. This cable should be
attached to the serial port of an attached PC and the Hyper Terminal program launched. The
PC should have its Com Port configured as:
Baud rate 38,400 kbps
Data bits 8 bits
Parity No Parity
Stop Bits 1 Stop Bit
Flow control None
Refer to Appendix A to see Pin Out for RJ-11 to Serial adaptor.
Activate the HyperTerminal function, normally found in a sub-menu under ACCESSORIES.
Employ the command set as described in the following section.
Password: admin (default)
To change the default password perform the following:
Type password <your password (up to 11 characters)>
Where <your password> equals the new password
The password can be anything up to eleven (11) characters in length.
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Program Commands
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. After entering one or more commands, it is necessary to enter COMMIT and REBOOT for
the new settings to take effect.
2. Typing “?” displays a listing of all commands.
NETWORK SETUP
IP <IP Address>
The IP address setup is in the form of decimal dotted notation. The selection of an IP should
come from the person who administrates the network. The current IP selection is static. A dynamic IP
setting using DHCP is planned for future enhancement.
Default:
Encoder - 192.168.0.253
Decoder - 192.168.0.254
Example command:
IP192.168.0.10(sets IP address to 192.168.0.10)
IPMASK <IP Subnet Mask>
The IP Subnet Mask is in the form of decimal dotted notation. The selection of an IP subnet
mask should come from the network administrator. It is used to represent the number of bits in the
current IP subnet.
Default: 255.255.255.0
Example command:
IPMASK255.255.255.128

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GATEWAY <ip-address> [<ip-subnet address> <subnet mask>]
The GATEWAY command can have either one or three parameters. The first parameter is the IP
address of the host that is the gateway. Optionally you may include the IP address and the subnet mask of
the subnet you want to route through the gateway. You can program up to five gateway entries.
Default: No Gateways
Example command:
GATEWAY192.168.0.1
The following example indicates that all packets sent to hosts on the 62.41.1.0.xxx subnet should be
routed though the gateway at 192.168.0.2
Example command:
GATEWAY192.168.0.262.41.1.0255.255.255.0
CLEARGATEWAY
This command will clear the gateway table. There are no parameters. This command clears all
entries.
CMDPORT <TCP command port number>
The TCP command port selection is configurable. However, the default setting should be
adequate for normal operation. The command port is used by software that can operate the VCX-4406
devices programmatically. For example, a Microsoft Windows GUI based application.
Default: 5000
Example Command:
CMDPORT<sp>5010 (sets TCP command port to 5010)

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VIDEOIP <video destination IP address>
The video destination IP is an address that allows the reception of the MPEG-4 stream by a single
(unicast) or multiple (multicast) device(s).
NOTE: Class D IP addresses, in the range 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255 are called multicast addresses.
The range 224.0.0.0 to 224.0.0.255 is reserved for local purposes and the range 239.0.0.0 to
239.255.255.255 is reserved for administrative scooping. Both the encoder and decoder should be set to
the same Video IP for correct operation together.
Default: 239.5.6.8
Example Command:
VIDEOIP234.5.6.10 (sets multicast IP to 234.5.6.10)
VIDEOPORT <video multicast port number>
The video multicast port selection is configurable. However, the default setting should be
adequate for normal operation.
Default: 4568
Example Command:
VIDEOPORT4569 (sets multicast port to 4569)

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COMM PORT SETUP <1|2|3|4|5|6>
The VCX-4406 supports four (4) sub-channels that allow the two-way transmission of serial data
to selected target devices such as joysticks and PTZ cameras. The sub-channel can be configured for
either RS232 or RS422 operation. It is not necessary for both ends to use the same configuration. The
following is a list of the configuration items for the sub-channel:
Channel Enable
Baud rate
Parity
Stop Bits
IP address of target
TCP port for operation
RS422 or RS232
Certain VCX-4406 devices can be delivered with either one or two com ports. The ports are designated
as 5 and 6. These ports are not sub-channels.
Example(s): COM5xxx for the Terminal Port
COM6xxx for the Data Port if present
Note: These ports are not a sub channels. If this port is also needed for non-programming related data
purposes, the user should program the necessary parameters with the jumper in place if using the Hyper
Terminal method. Contact Coretec for additional information on the use of these ports.
COMx <0|1>
This command sets the active state of the com port. The parameter is “0” or “1”, where “1”
enables and “0” disables the com port function. At this time, the com port is always enabled and this
command has no effect.
Default: 0 (OFF)
Example Commands:
COM11(enables com port 1)

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COMxBAUD<baud rate value>
This command sets the baud rate for the com port. Valid values are 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200,
and 38400. Other data rates may be functional but are not tested.
Default: 9600
Example Command:
COM1BAUD4800(sets baud rate for com port 1 at 4800 bps)
COMxPARITY<n|o|e>
The parity for the com port can be set to Odd, Even, or None. The parameters for the
COM[1|2]PARITY command are N,O,E, which correspond respectively to None, Odd, Even.
Default: None
Example Command:
COM2PARITY N (sets com port 2 to no parity)
COMxSTOPBITS<1|2>
The number of stop bits for the com port can be set to one (1) or two (2).
Default: 1
Example Command:
COM1STOPBITS2(sets com port 1 to 2 stop bits)

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COMxIP <com port IP address>
The IP address of the destination for the com port data is set by this command. A typical setup
would have an encoder and a decoder. The decoder would have a com port IP address that is the same as
the encoder. In addition, likewise, the encoder’s com port IP would be the same as the decoder. Notice
that the default com ports IP’s are the opposite of the default device IP’s.
Default:
Encoder com ports- 192.168.0.253
Decoder com ports- 192.168.0.254
Example Command:
COM2IP192.168.0.10 (points the com port data to an encoder, decoder,
or other device whose IP address is 192.168.0.10)
COMxPORT <com port>
The com port selection is configurable. However, the default setting should be adequate
for normal operation.
Default:
Com port 1- 5002
Com port 2- 5004
Example Command:
COM1PORT5010 (sets com port 1 to port 5010)
COMxRS422 <0|1>
The com port data-format is configurable. The parameter is “0” or “1”, where “1” enables
RS-422 and “0” enables RS-232 format.
Default: 0 (RS-232)
Example Command:
COM1RS4220(sets com port 1 for RS-232)

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COMxTCP <0|1>
0=Use UDP
1= Use TCP
COMxSERVER <0|1>
0 = client
1 = server
COMM PORT COMMAND – SETUP EXAMPLE
The following examples set up com port 1 as enabled, 9600 baud, even parity, 1 stop bit and in
RS232 mode communicating through IP port 5002 on IP address 192.168.0.10.
COM1<sp>1 (Enable com port 1)
COM1BAUD9600 (Set com port 1 baud rate to 9600)
COM1PARITYE(Set com port 1 parity to even)
COM1STOPBITS1
COM1RS4221(Set com port 1 mode to RS422)
COM1PORT5002 (Set com port 1 port to 5002)
COM1IP192.168.0.10 (Set destination address for data to 192.168.0.10)