D-Link DVS-104 User manual

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D-Link Video Server
DVS-104
User Manual
ver.1.00
20040507

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Before You Use
It is important to carefully examine the contents with the Chapter Package Contents
after opening the package. If there is anything missing, contact your reseller. Read the
Chapter Physical Description before assembling and operating the device and
peripherals. Understanding the physical description can prevent damage caused by
abnormal usage and reduce most problems during installation.
Basically Video Server is a network device and should be easy to use for those who
already have basic network knowledge. If there is a system error and it does not recover
easily due to erroneous configuration, read the System recovery section in Appendix
Troubleshooting to restore factory default settings and perform installation again.
Video Server has been designed for various environments and can be used to build
various applications for general security or demonstration purposes. For standard
applications, find the appropriate section in the Chapter How to Use for your application
and follow the steps to setup the system. To make best use of Video Server, read Chapter
Advanced Functions to get creative ideas and review Chapter System Configuration for
detailed explanations of system configurations. To those professional developers, the
Appendix URL Commands of Video Server will be a very helpful reference to develop a
Web-based application.
Surveillance devices may be prohibited by law in your country. Though Video Server is
not only a high performance surveillance system but also a networked video server,
ensure that the operations of such devices are legal before installing this unit for
surveillance.
Those paragraphs preceding with must be fully understood and cautioned.
Ignoring the warnings may result in serious hazards.

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Table of Contents
Before You Use.......................................................1
Package Contents...................................................4
Features and Benefits.............................................5
Physical Description ...............................................7
Front Panel ......................................................................7
Rear Panel .......................................................................9
How to Install ......................................................12
Ethernet Environment......................................................13
Modem Environment .......................................................19
How to Use...........................................................29
Authentication................................................................29
Installing Plug-in.............................................................30
Main Page......................................................................31
System Configuration...........................................34
Introduction...................................................................34
Setup Wizard..............................................................35
Application Wizard.......................................................35
Definitions of Configuration ..............................................36
Advanced Functions .............................................49
Capture Up-to-date Still Images........................................49
Get Continuous Images ...................................................50
Video Embedded in Customers’ Homepage .........................51
Download Event-triggered Snapshots.................................52
Uploading Snapshots Periodically ......................................53
Customize Graphics in Homepage .....................................54
Command Script for Complex Applications..........................56

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URL for External Device Control ........................................59
URL of System Maintenance .............................................61
Configure System via FTP ................................................62
Telnet Commands ...........................................................70
Appendix ..............................................................72
A. Troubleshooting ..........................................................72
B. Frequently Asked Questions..........................................75
C. Upgrade System Firmware ...........................................79
D. URL Commands of Video Server....................................80
E. Settings of Supported PTZ Cameras...............................95
F. Camera Control Cable...................................................96
G. Time Zone Table .........................................................97
H. Technical specifications..............................................100

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Package Contents
If any of the following items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Video Server DVS-104
Power adapter
Two I/O terminal connectors
Camera control cable
Null modem cable
Utility CD-ROM

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Features and Benefits
Video Server is a high-performance networking video multiplexer. With powerful VLIW
DSP core and fully optimized algorithm, it can compress and transmit the high quality
real-time video through standard TCP/IP inter-network. In addition to meet the basic
needs of video feed, many advanced features are added to help building applications of
surveillance or web attraction. The state-of-art design well compromises among stable,
robust, simple-to-use and flexibility.
☆ Real-time motion-JPEG compression
Four video inputs can be efficiently compressed into packets of JPEG images without
delay. Optimal compression engine makes the equivalently excellent image with much
smaller size. There is no more sacrifice in remote monitoring and storage. Five levels of
compression ratio and three sizes of image resolutions are easy to meet your
requirement.
☆ Robust system operation
Industrial real-time operating system prevents from malicious hackers and virus that
threat Windows or Linux systems. The on-board watchdog eternally monitors the system
operations for dead-proof.
☆ Easy Web access via standard browser
You don’t have to install any software to access Video Server. The embedded Web server
makes users can access Video Server anywhere over Internet with any popular Web
browser. As long as you are connected to network, you can cast your eyes on your
precious property.
☆ Password protection of system access
Password level protection is provided by the system to prevent from malicious intruders
from network. Once the password of administrator is entered, any user will need
password authentication to access Video Server. Each user can have individual access
right to view video or control external devices.
☆ Built-in motion detection
No more external sensors are required. Each video channel can be setup to detect any
motion with customized settings. By tuning the object size and sensitivity, it is more
reliable to fit into your environment. With this built-in facility, you can easily setup a

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security system in your home or office.
☆ Weekly schedule for automatic surveillance
The user-defined time period will repeat weekly to check any security settings and
accordingly sending notification or drive external devices. It is easy to install in SOHO,
retail shop and home as a security system.
☆ Flexible I/O control for external devices
There are four opto-isolated sensor inputs and two relay outputs to control external
devices. System integrators can easily replace the current analog systems to build an
advanced security system.
☆ Bundled powerful surveillance software
To extend the capabilities of Video Server, a powerful surveillance program is included in
the package and totally free to use. Users can easily utilize the existing PC to be a digital
video recorder. Schedule or one-click recording keep every important moment in your
local hard disk; reliable motion detection and instant warning make you sharp for every
conditions. Quick and simple search and playback let you easily find the moment you
want to inspect more carefully and output to AVI files for another copy.
☆ Remote system upgrade
To achieve the promise we made to support our valuable customers in life-time, the most
up-to-date firmware is always put on our web site to add new functions or solve known
bugs. A free upgrade wizard is included to facilitate the job.
☆ Developer’s technical support
The high-performance Video Server can be integrated into many applications under
perfect control of budget. The complete programming interface and standard JPEG
format can ease and speed developers’ task. More creative ideas can be found on our
Web site.

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Physical Description
Front Panel
Status LED’s Each time Video Server starts up, it will perform
power-on-self-test, abbreviated as POST, to examine every
hardware module. As soon as the administrator plugs in the
power connector both LED’s under the power LED will flash one
by one until the diagnosis is done. If the result is good, both
status LED’s will turn off for a while and then follows the pattern
below. If any module fails, refer to the Appendix A for the error
pattern and follow the trouble-shooting procedures. If the system still cannot operate
normally, please contact your reseller for technical service.
Network Interface Condition LED1 (Heartbeat) LED2 (Status)
before IP installed OFF OFF
after IP installed Blink OFF
Ethernet
during camera control Blink Blink
after POST Blink ONPPP with modem
during camera control Blink Blink
before connected ON ON
after connected Blink ON
PPP with null modem
during camera control Blink Blink

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BNC video inputs “IN” & outputs “OUT”
Video Server allows up to four cameras attached at the same time. To ensure video
modulation type being detected correctly, cameras should be attached sequentially from
“VIDEO1” to “VIDEO4” and powered on before Video Server is powered on. There are
also four loop-through connectors of video outputs for conjunction with other capturing
devices like time-lapsed VCR. In such case, read the next paragraph for correct settings.
DIP switches “1” to “4”
There are four DIP switches numbered from “1” to “4” in the front panel regarding of
each video input. They are used to enable the 75-ohm resistance of video impedance.
They should be kept ON if there is only one camera connected to each video input. If
users want to connect another device such as VCR or multiplexer to the video output, the
switch should be turned up to disable the impedance.
Auxiliary buttons “CLEAR” & “RESET”
There are two buttons located at the center of the front panel, one is labeled “CLEAR”
and the other is labeled “RESET”. Refer to the Appendix Troubleshooting for the detailed
usage of system recovery.

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Rear Panel
Ethernet 10/100 socket
Connect to an Ethernet network with a UTP category 5 cable of length shorter than 100
meters according to the standard. Once the Ethernet cable is connected without error,
Video Server will utilize the Ethernet interface prior to the modem attached to COM2.
COM1 port
This RS232 serial port is dedicated to controlling the PTZ cameras attached to COM1
unless the administrator pre-configures COM1 as an RS485 interface that is accessed
through two pins in the general I/O terminal block.
COM2 port
This RS232 serial port can connect with a modem or the included null modem cable to
utilize dial-up network when Ethernet is not available. If Video Server operates with an
Ethernet interface, the administrator may use this port to control another PTZ cameras
attached to this serial port.
General I/O terminal block
Video Server provides a very flexible general I/O interface to combine with the user’s
security devices such as sensors, alarms, lighting or door locks. Two green connectors
are included in the package to connect the external devices. The general I/O terminal
block has twenty pins for device control. These pins can be divided into three categories
based on their functions, including power source, RS485 and digital inputs and outputs.

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No. Pin description Regulation
1 DC power output(-) Max. 500mA at 12V DC
2 DC power output(+) Max. 500mA at 12V DC
3 Relay output 2 – Normal Close Max. 1A, 24V DC or 0.5A, 125V AC
4 Relay output 2 – Common Short with NC at initial state
5 Relay output 2 – Normal Open Max. 1A, 24V DC or 0.5A, 125V AC
6 Relay output 1 – Normal Close Max. 1A, 24V DC or 0.5A, 125V AC
7 Relay output 1 – Common Short with NC at initial state
8 Relay output 1 – Normal Open Max. 1A, 24V DC or 0.5A, 125V AC
9 RS485 A D+, non-inverting
10 RS485 B D-, inverting
11 External power input Min. 1.5A, 12~15V AC or DC
12 External power input Min. 1.5A, 12~15V AC or DC
13 Opto-isolated sensor input 1(+) Max. 50mA, 12V DC
14 Opto-isolated sensor input 1(-) Ground
15 Opto-isolated sensor input 2(+) Max. 50mA, 12V DC
16 Opto-isolated sensor input 2(-) Ground
17 Opto-isolated sensor input 3(+) Max. 50mA, 12V DC
18 Opto-isolated sensor input 3(-) Ground
19 Opto-isolated sensor input 4(+) Max. 50mA, 12V DC
20 Opto-isolated sensor input 4(-) Ground
Power source
Pair of pin 11, 12 of AC or DC input is a replacement with the power adapter in case the
range cannot meet the requirement. The voltage of the power source can be AC or DC
and should fall in the range between 12V and 15V. Polarity does not matter. The DC
output through Pin 1, 2 is fed from power adapter of Video Server or pin 11 and pin 12
if an external power source is attached. The current of external devices is limited to less
than 500mA.
The power adapter of Video Server and the external power supply are prohibited to
exist together. Only one source can feed power to Video Server. Improper usage will
result in serious damage.
RS485 interface
If the device connected to COM1 has an RS485 interface, wire two control lines to pin 9
and pin 10. After switching to RS485 on the configuration page, the PTZ control

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commands will be directed through pin 9 and pin 10. If the distance from the controlled
device is too far to allow accurate function, an external power source may be used to
amplify the RS485 signal.
Digital I/O control
Video Server provides four pairs of digital inputs and two sets of relay switches. Pin 13 to
pin 20 can be connected to external sensors and the state of voltage will be monitored
according to the programmed conditions on the configuration page or the external script
file. Both relay switches can be used to turn on or off external devices. When the system
starts up, COMMON of both relay switches will be short with NC. A simple diagram of
example is shown below.
Power adapter
Plug the power jack of the included power adapter to Video Server. Connecting the power
adapter should be the last operation while physically installing Video Server.
Administrators may feed an external power source through pin 11 and pin 12 of the
general I/O terminal block to replace the power adapter.
The power adapter of Video Server and the external power supply are prohibited to
exist together. Only one source can feed power to Video Server. Improper usage will
result in serious damage.
If DI1 in configuration is set as rising to
drive DO1 to high that denotes COMMON of
DO1 short with NO, then the bulb will light
when DI1 signal changes from 0V to 12V.

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How to Install
To easily fit into various environments, Video Server automatically detects the attached
interfaces and configures itself to the best condition. Therefore users need not care
whether the connected cameras are either NTSC or PAL, how to select the network
between Ethernet and modem, and whether the Ethernet speed is 10Mbps or 100 Mbps.
Video Server supports Ethernet and modem interfaces according to the user's existing
network. Ethernet can provide higher bandwidth to achieve the best performance while
dial-up network with modem is more common in current Internet applications. Refer to
the related installation section for your network environment. If both interfaces are
available, Ethernet is recommended and will be chosen as the first priority if Ethernet
cable and modem are concurrently attached. Managing to install in the other interface
will automatically clear the previous network settings to start new installation.
In the following content, "user" refers to those who can access Video Server and
"administrator" means the supervisor who has the root password to configure Video
Server in addition to general access. Administrators should carefully read this manual,
especially during installation.

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Ethernet Environment
Hardware installation
Before installing multiple Video Server’s at the well-chosen locations, the administrator
should memorize the serial numbers on the packages respectively for future use.
Cable connection

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Shut down all the peripheral devices prior to connection. The video BNC, Ethernet cable
and power adapter are essential for basic viewing function. If the attached cameras
belong to the same motorized model, they can be concatenated to single COM port and
will be differed by camera ID set on the cameras. Refer to the related configuration
section for detailed description.
Power on
Make sure all cables are correctly and firmly connected. Before turning on Video Server,
remember to run Installer program on PC or notebook in the same network first. As long
as the “Reset network at next boot” option in network Web page is enabled, the
Installer program is needed to install Video Server. Turn on cameras, sensors, alarm
devices, and then attach power adaptor of Video Server to the electric power socket.
After the POST (power-on self test) is complete and the result is successful, Video Server
is ready for software configuration as described in this manual. At this stage, network
speed and video modulation type are automatically detected.

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Software installation
Easy way with installer program
In order to configure Video Server’sremotely,administrators should keep the MAC
address of the new Video Server’sfor identification and initial passwords. After
successfully mounting Video Server’s in the proper position, run the Installer program on
the PC in the same network to locate the newly mounted Video Server’s. Video Server’s
also support manual setup procedures to non-Windows based environments. The
manual procedure is described next.
After the POST is done, Video Server will try to configure itself by detecting the network
environment. If there is DHCP service over the network, the Installer program will catch
the given information, then display the serial number and given IP address for each
Video Server as the figure above. To install the IP address, follow the steps.
○
1Click on the entry with the serial number you want to install. If the "Assigned" field of
the entry is labeled "Yes", that means the Video Server has already been installed.
○
2Type the desired IP address if it is other than the IP address given by the DHCP server.
○
3Check the box to fix the IP address of the Video Server. Otherwise the Video Server will
lose the network address at next system boot and you have to run this installer again.
○
4Click to progress the installation.
○
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click directly on to access the Video Server in the default browser.
If the IP address is taken by another network device in the network, the Installer
program will pop out another message window to warn that the assigned IP conflicts. In
this case, administrators should ask the network supervisor for a vacant IP address.
While “Use this IP whenever system
boots", is checked, a dialog window may
pop out to ask for “Server FTP Port” and
“Root Password” because they are
already changed by administrators to
other than default settings. If the original
settings are lost, restore default settings
and run software installation again.
Once the installation is complete, administrators should follow the First access to
Video Server section for necessary checks and configurations.

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Manual way with existing programs
For those environments such as MAC, Linux, Unix or other operating systems, whose
installer is not yet available, some common network tools including ARP and PING can be
used to install Video Server. Before proceeding further, make sure ARP and PING
programs exist.
First, type arp –s “assigned IP address” “Ethernet address” to add an entity in the
system’s name table. The Ethernet address is identical to the serial number of Video
Server and should be typed in the appropriate format like “uu-vv-ww-xx-yy-zz” or
“uu:vv:ww:xx:yy:zz”, which depends on the operating system.
Once the name entity is added, type ping "assigned IP address” to invite the new Video
Server. If it replies, that means Video Server has accepted the assigned IP address and
is ready for access. The first several ping requests may fail during the self-configuration
period of Video Server. Since the accurate grammar of ARP and PING depends on the
operating system, refer to its related help manual.
Example of DOS prompt in Windows 2000

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First access to Video Server
Change initial password of administrator
Starting the Web browser to connect to the assigned IP address of Video Server, users
will be asked for user name and password by an authentication message window. A root
password, identical to the VideoServer's MAC address, is neededfor the initial access to
a newly installed Video Server. The administrator must change the root password
immediately after the initial installation to ensure security. The new root password
should be well memorized since there is no way to retrieve or recover it. After changing
the password, the browser will display an authentication window again to ask for the new
password.
Manage user privilege
For complete protection from illegal usage, Video Server provides three privileges and
always needs user name and password before access. The lowest level is DEMO mode
whose services are subject to administrator's permission. The standard level is the USER
mode that consists of twenty user profiles. Each user is able to access Video Server
under the given privilege, except for system configuration. The twenty user profiles are
also maintained by the administrator. The highest level is ROOT mode that only opens to
administrators for initial setup, system configuration, user administration and software
upgrade. The user name of the administrator is internally assigned to “root”.
Complete the network settings
Although Video Server already can be accessed after software installation in local area
network, administrators should complete the network settings in the configuration page.
The complete network configurations including subnet mask as well as the IP address of
default gateway and DNS are provided by your network administrator or Internet service
provider. Once the wrong network settings make Video Server fail to work, refer to
Appendix A to restore factory default settings.
By default Video Server will need administrator's installation every time it reboots. If the
network settings are sure to work all the time, disable the install option in network
configuration Web page or Installer program.
Details about configurations are described in the relative category of the Chapter
Definitions of Configuration.