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

VCX-4406-EInstallation and Operating InstructionsPage1
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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