dallmeier Smatrix DMX 800 Guide

Dallmeier
DMX 800
DMX 1600
Commissioning
000795 / Rev. 1.0.3 / 2014-03-13
English

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Contents
Validity .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................................................................................3
HDD Mounting...........................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Mounting.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Connections............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Login ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Dimensions...............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Validity
This documentation applies to the audio and video recorder DMX 800 / DMX 1600. It has been produced on basis of software
version 7.3.3.
Contents

Only use this unit if it is technically in proper working order, to the intended purpose and while keeping safety and potential dan-
gers in mind.
Qualified Personnel
Installation, mounting, connection, commissioning and configuration of the unit may only be carried out by qualified person-
nel. This also applies to the maintenance, testing and repair, whereat the regulations of the DIN VDE 0701 series of standards
(repair, modification and inspection of electrical appliances) must be followed.
Regulations
The use of video and audio surveillance systems in general is strictly regulated. Inform yourself about the applicable laws and
regulations regarding data, working and environmental protection before using the unit and ensure compliance with them.
System Components
Only use internal components that have been tested and approved by Dallmeier. Inappropriate internal components can
cause malfunctions, damages and data loss and can result in loss of warranty.
RAID System
Devices that are configured with a RAID system for redundant recording always must be supplied with power via an uninter-
ruptible power supply (UPS). A sudden voltage drop can damage the RAID system.
Modifications
Do not make any modifications to the hardware or software that has not been tested and approved by Dallmeier. Inappropri-
ate modifications can cause malfunctions, damages and data loss and can result in loss of warranty.
Documentation
Carefully and completely read the documents included in delivery. Always observe the contained instructions, notes and
warnings.
Condensation Water
If the unit is brought from a cold to a warm environment, resulting condensation water can cause malfunctions and damages.
In this case wait (up to 8 hours) until the unit has reached room temperature before commissioning.
Operating Conditions
Unfavourable operating conditions can shorten the life of the unit and can cause malfunctions, damages and data loss and
can result in loss of warranty. Observe the specifications given in the technical data, the operating condition requirements
and the maintenance instructions.
Shocks
Shocks can cause malfunctions and damages. The unit may not be moved while in operation.
Foreign Objects
If objects or liquids get into the unit, immediately disconnect it from the power supply (pull out the power plug). Contact the
sales partner responsible for your area.
Burnt Smell
If you notice burnt smell or formation of smoke from the unit, immediately disconnect it from the power supply (pull out the
power plug). Contact the sales partner responsible for your area.
Opening
The housing of the unit may only be opened by qualified personnel for inspection, maintenance and repair.
Disposal
Disconnect the unit from the power supply. Remove all connected devices. Return the unit to your respective sales partner.
Safety Instructions
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HDD Mounting
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 ► Ensure that the HDD drawer unit and housing are flush.
 ► Lock the HDD drawer unit with the key.
► For the mounting of further HDDs proceed as described.
The mounted hard disk drives will be initilized and commissioned
with the start of the recorder.
► Insert the HDD into the HDD holder.
► Ensure that the HDD connections are positioned at the rear
side of the HDD drawer unit.
►Mount the HDD with 4 screws.
►Ensure that the recorder is disconnected from the
power supply.
► Unlock the HDD drawer unit with the key.
► Pull the HDD drawer unit carefully out of the housing.
► Remove the cover which is mounted in the HDD drawer unit.
 ► Insert the HDD drawer unit into the guide rails.
►Slide the HDD drawer unit carefully and completely into
the housing.
► Please pay attention that you do not cant.
►Do not use force.
Requirements
Recorders that have been ordered with hard disk drive can directly be mounted, connected and commissioned.
Recorders that have been ordered without hard disk drive must be equipped with five 2.5" hard disk drives (Raid 5) at least.
Note that all mounted hard disk drives
must be tested and released for mounting by Dallmeier (HDD whitelist in the Partner Forum)!
may not be formatted or partitioned!
Depending on the number and the properties (capacity, new or used) of the mounted hard disk drives, various messages and
dialogues are displayed during the first start and the initialization.
► Confirm the messages, if required.
► Observe the instructions given in the dialogues.
► Note the appropriate Configuration documentation.
► Load the Default System Parameters as first step of the configuration.
IMPORTANT ADVICE
Mounting
The hard disks should be mounted in a row , starting with the slot for HDD1 (left, lower).

Mounting
Ambient Conditions
Unfavourable ambient conditions can shorten the life of the unit and cause malfunctions or damages. Do not mount the
recorder at places with:
large scale of dust and dirt
steam or oil vapours (e.g. kitchen)
unsuitable ambient temperatures
insufficient ventilation (e.g. closed cabinet)
direct sunlight
sources of strong heat dissipation (e.g. radiator)
sources of strong radiation (e.g. radio transmitter, magnetic field)
corrosive surrounding (e.g. gas, salt water)
►Align the installation rails according to the depth of
the rack.
►Please attend to a correct alignment of the
installation rails (guidance on rear side).
►Fasten the installation rails.
► Mount the 19’’ holders each with 2 screws at the
rear side of the rack.
► Ensure that the guidances show to the internal side.
 ► Ensure proper ambient conditions.
 ► Exclusively use the 19’’ installation rails provided by
Dallmeier.
►Shorten the installation guidances (predetermined
breaking point) according to the depth of the 19’’
rack if necessary.
Mounting
The recorder is designed for mounting and commissioning in a 19’’standard rack (2 HU). With the adjustment and connection
of the provided installation rails it is suitable for 19’’ racks with a depth of 60 up to 120 cm.
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► Insert the recorder with the installation rails into
the guidances.
► Insert the recorder completely into the rack.
► Ensure 10 cm of free space at the front and rear
side.
► Mount the recorder with 4 screws at the front side
of the rack.
► Connect the recorder as described on the following pages.
 ► Commission the recorder as described on the following pages.

The number of the connections can differ depending on the ordered equipment or device variant. The following description
refers to a device with full equipment and optional connectors.
Connections
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Technical Data
Voltage Supply 110/230 V AC +/-10%, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption Max. 80 W
Heat Power Max. 273 BTU/h
Ambient Temperature 5° – 40° C, 20° – 25° C recommended
Humidity 5 – 70 % RH, not condensing
Atmospheric Load Dust-free
Weight Approx. 12 kg (with 10 hard disk drives)
A Power Supply Unit 1 L Not Active
IEC C14 socket, 110/ 230V AC + /– 10 %, 50/60 Hz Weidmüller, 2 pins
B Power Supply Unit 2 M Contact IN Cameras (1-16)
IEC C14 socket, 110/ 230V AC + /– 10 %, 50/60 Hz Weidmüller, 18 pins, only for switch / push button (dry contact)
C Video IN (1-16) N Relay OUT (1-5)
BNC, 75 Ohm, 1 Vpp, with loop-through, CVBS 11 pins on Weidmüller, 18 pins, max. 12 V DC / 24 V AC / 0,5 A, 150 mOhm
DVideo OUT VGA O Serial Interface COM 3 - COM 6
Mini-D-SUB, 15 pole, VGA, 1024 x 768 (only configuration, no video) Weidmüller, 20 pins, RS232
E Ethernet Interface 1 P Contact IN global (1-6)
RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps 7 pins on Weidmüller, 18 pins, only for switch / push button (dry contact)
F Ethernet Interface 2 Q Audio IN (1-8)
RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps D-SUB, 15 pole, 1 kOhm, 2.828 Vpp (for D-SUB/Cinch adapter cable)
G USB Interface R Audio IN (9-16)
2x USB 2.0, type A D-SUB, 15 pole 1 kOhm, 2.828 Vpp (for D-SUB/Cinch adapter cable)
H AUX / Line IN S Serial Interface COM 1
3.5 mm phone jack, 16 kOhm, 2.828 Vpp (for intercom) Weidmüller, 2 pins, RS485 (only for Dallmeier PTZ Dome cameras)
I Audio OUT
3.5 mm phone jack, 1 kOhm, 2.828 Vpp
J Microphone IN
3.5 mm phone jack, red, 4.3 kOhm, 2.828 Vpp (for intercom)
K Serial Interface COM 2
D-SUB, 9 pins, RS232
C D E GH I J L M N PO Q R S
F K
Serial Interface COM 2 (K) 6
1
5
4
3
2
9
8
7
Pin Assignment
1 DCD (Data Carrier Detect)
2 RxD (Receive Data)
3 TxD (Transmit Data)
Pin Assignment
4 DTR (Data Terminal Ready)
5 GND
6 DSR (Data Set Ready)
Pin Assignment
7 RTS (Request to Send)
8 CTS (Clear to Send)
9 RI (Ring Indicator)
Assignment of the Sockets
A B

1
2 (GND) 46810 12 14 16 18
357911 13 15 17 (GND)
Contact IN Cameras (M)
Pin Assignment Standard Function
1 Contact 1 Camera 1 - Start recording
3 Contact 3 Camera 3 - Start recording
4 Contact 2 Camera 2 - Start recording
5 Contact 5 Camera 5 - Start recording
6 Contact 4 Camera 4 - Start recording
7 Contact 7 Camera 7 - Start recording
8 Contact 6 Camera 6 - Start recording
9 Contact 9 Camera 9 - Start recording
10 Contact 8 Camera 8 - Start recording
11 Contact 11 Camera 11 - Start recording
12 Contact 10 Camera 10 - Start recording
13 Contact 13 Camera 13 - Start recording
14 Contact 12 Camera 12 - Start recording
15 Contact 15 Camera 15 - Start recording
16 Contact 14 Camera 14 - Start recording
18 Contact 16 Camera 16 - Start recording
Relais OUT (N)
Pin Assignment Triggering Event Type
1 + 4 Relay 1 Recorder in alarm state Normally closed
3 + 6 Relay 2 None Normally closed
5 + 8 Relay 3 System error Normally openr
7 + 10 Relay 4 None Normally closed
9 + 12 Relay 5 Mehr than 80 % of the hold-up
tracks occupied Normally closed
Contact IN Global (P)
1
2 (GND) 46810 12 14 16 18
357911 13 15 17 (GND)
Pin Assignment Standard Function
11 Contact 17 Global 1 - Shutdown recorder
13 Contact 19 Global 3
14 Contact 18 Global 2
15 Contact 21 Global 5
16 Contact 20 Global 4
18 Contact 22 Global 6
Serial Interface COM 3- COM 6 (O)
Serial Interface COM 1 (S)
Audio IN (Q / R)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
246810 12 14 16 18
357911 13 15 17
20
19
(GND)
Pin Assignment Function
1COM 3 RxD (Receive Data)
2COM 3 RTS (Request to Send)
3COM 3 TxD (Transmit Data)
4COM 3 CTS (Clear to Send)
6COM 4 RxD (Receive Data)
7COM 4 RTS (Request to Send)
8COM 4 TxD (Transmit Data)
9COM 4 CTS (Clear to Send)
Pin Assignment Function
11 COM 5 RxD (Receive Data)
12 COM 5 RTS (Request to Send)
13 COM 5 TxD (Transmit Data)
14 COM 5 CTS (Clear to Send)
16 COM 6 RxD (Receive Data)
17 COM 6 RTS (Request to Send)
18 COM 6 TxD (Transmit Data)
19 COM 6 CTS (Clear to Send)
Pin Assignment
1 Audio 1 / 9
2 Audio 2 / 10
3 Audio 3 / 11
4 Audio 4 / 12
5 Audio 5 / 13
6 Audio 6 / 14
7 Audio 7 / 15
8 Audio 8 / 16
Pin Assignment
9 GND 1 / 9
10 GND 2 / 10
11 GND 3 / 11
12 GND 4 / 12
13 GND 5 / 13
14 GND 6 / 14
15 GND 7+8 / 15+16
Pin Assignment Function
1COM 1 RX-
2COM 1 RX+
2 1
(GND)
(GND)
(GND)
(GND)
(GND)
Connections
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Local Login
►Observe the appropriate Configuration documentation.
►Click Later to login without changing a password.
The graphical configuration interface of the recorder is displayed.
Login
In the initial state it is possible to login without password. The rights of the Administrator group are valid.
Note that the definition of the passwords and of the network parameters is necessary for remote access (e. g. Dallmeier
PView 7).
►Left-click the background.
The Recorder login dialogue is displayed.
Commissioning
► Connect the recorder and relevant peripherals to the voltage supply.
► Ensure that the VGA monitor and a mouse are connected to the recorder.
► Switch on the VGA monitor, the peripherals and the recorder.
The recorder is available for local configuration after the start (up to approx. 5 minutes). The background image of the
graphical configuration interface is displayed.

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Remote Login
Commissioning
►Connect the recorder to the network.
►Connect the recorder and relevant peripherals to the voltage supply..
►Switch on the peripherals and the recorder.
The recorder is available for remote configuration with the software NetConfig2 via Ethernet after the start (up to approx. 5
minutes). Use the following access data:
Mode Group login
IP address 192.168.2.230 (can be changed with the software IP-Finder without login)
Password Serial number (e.g. DAX2-12345)
Note that the definition of the passwords and of the network parameters is necessary for remote access (e. g. Dallmeier
PView7).
Login
►Note the documentation Installation and Commissioning NetConfig2.
►Start the software NetConfig2.
The Login dialogue is displayed.
►Observe the appropriate Configuration documentation.
►Set Group login as Mode.
►Enter 192.168.2.230 as IP address.
►Enter the Serial number as Password.
►Confirm with Login.
The connection to the recorder is established. The graphical configuration interface of the recorder is displayed.
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Dimensions
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440
436
483
88
Measures in millimetre (mm).
645
445
40
35
22
50
43
18
32
Housing
19 " Rail
19 " Holder

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