dallmeier VideoNetBox eXd Guide

Dallmeier
VideoNetBox eXd
Commissioning
003579 / Rev. 1.0.0
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 server VideoNetBox eXd. It has been produced on basis of software ver-
sion 7.1.4.
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 recorder is disconnected from the
power supply.
►Unlock the HDD tray with the key.
► Remove the HDD tray out of the housing.
Requirements
The VNB eXd is designed for the recording on a hot-swap removable hard disk that can be evaluated independently with
the optional available Docking Station DS-1. The parallel recording on the internal hard disk ensures a comprehensive and
continuous surveillance even in the case of a hard disk exchange.
Note that ...
... the internal hard disk drive is mounted ex factory.
... optional 2.5" removable hard disk drive has to be mounted into the removable HDD tray.
... all hard disk drives must be tested and released for mounting by Dallmeier (HDD whitelist in the Partner Forum)!
... all hard disk drives may not be formatted or partitioned!
Mounting
► Insert the HDD tray into the guide rail.
► Slide the hard HDD tray carefully and completely into the
housing.
► Make sure not to cant.
► Do not use any force.
► Ensure that HDD tray and housing is flush.
► Lock the HDD tray holder with the key.
► Use the HDD holders from the HDD tray.
► Slide the HDD into both HDD holders.
► Ensure that ...
... the distance to front and rear side is approx. 0.4" (1 cm) .
... the rubber nubs are aligned to the bottom of the HDD.
... the HDD holders lock into the boreholes of the HDD.
► Slide the HDD into both HDD holders.
► Ensure that the connections of the HDD are positioned at the rear side
of the HDD tray.
The mounted removable hard disk drive is initialised and taken into operation during the first start of the recorder.

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)
►Use the housing feet as guidance.
►Mark 4 drill holes.
►Drill 4 holes, appropriate for the designated
anchors / screws.
►Use proper anchors, appropriate for the condition
of the mounting site.
►Insert the anchors into the 4 drilled holes.
► Mount the recorder with 4 screws.
► Connect the recorder as described on the
following pages.
► Commission the recorder as described on the
following pages.
► Ensure proper ambient conditions.
► Ensure a stable mounting surface.
► Ensure a horizontal or vertical mounting surface.
►Ensure 10 cm of free space at the left and right side.
►Position the recorder at the designated mounting site.
Mounting
The VNB eXd is designed for vertical mounting on a wall. As an option it can be mounted on an horizontal surface or on a
ceiling.
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A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S S T U V W W X Y Z
Connections
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.
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Technical Data
Dimensions W x H x D Approx. 230 x 85 x 150 mm (9.0" ×3.6" ×5.9") without feet
Approx. 280 x 95 x 150 mm (11.0“ ×3.7“ ×5.9“) with feet
Voltage supply 12V DC + /– 5%
Power consumption Max. 55 W
Heat power Max. 188 BTU/h
Ambient temperature +5°C to +40°C (41°F to 104°F), +20°C to +25°C (68°F to 77°F) recommended
Humidity 5 – 70 % RH, not condensing
Atmospheric load Dust-free
Weight Approx. 4 kg (9 lbs)
A Fuse N Serial Interface COM 2
5×20mm,typeT,3.5A D-SUB,9pins,RS232
B Power Supply 12V DC O Video IN (1-8)
ODUsocket,2-pole,12VDC±5% D-SUB,15-pole,75Ohm,1Vpp(forD-SUB/BNCadaptercable)
C 12V DC OUT P AUX / Line IN
Weidmüllersocket,2-pole,12VDC±5%(3.2Amax.) 3.5mmphonejack,16kOhm,2.828Vpp(forintercom)
D Status LED (Power) Q Audio OUT
Blue/Therecorderisinoperation. 3.5mmphonejack,1kOhm,2.828Vpp(forintercom)
E Status LED (Record) R Video OUT VGA
Green/Therecorderisrecording. Mini-D-SUB,15-pole,VGA,1024x768(onlyconfiguration,novideo)
F Status LED (Alarm) S Video OUT CVBS (1-2)
Orange/Therecorderisinalarmstate. 2xBNC,75Ohm,1Vpp,CVBS(videoanaloguecameras,noconfiguration)
G Status LED (Error) T Ethernet Interface
Red/Therecorderindicatesanerror. RJ45,10/100/1000mbps
H Function Button U Audio IN (1-8)
Unmountremovableharddisk(shortpush)/Shutdown(longpush) D-SUB,15-pole,1kOhm,2.828Vpp(forD-SUB/Cinchadaptercable)
I Contact IN Cameras(1-8) V USB Interface
8pinsonWeidmüller20pins 4×USB2.0,typeA
J Contact IN Global (1-4) W Flash Memory
4pinsonWeidmüller20pins CFcard,type1
K Relay OUT(1and2) X Mouse / Keyboard
4pinsonWeidmüller20pins PS/2,black(directconnectionorviamouse+keyboardadapter)
L Serial Interface Y Not Active
2pinsonWeidmüller20pins,RS485(forDallmeierPTZdomesonly) 2×3.5mmphonejack
M Serial Interface COM 1 Z Removable Hard Disk
D-SUB,9pins,RS232 2,5"HDDinremovabletray

Assignment of the Sockets
Relay OUT (J)
Pin Assignment Triggering Event Type
15 + 16 Relay 1 The recorder in alarm state. Normally open
17 + 18 Relay 2 None Normally open
1 2
12V DC IN (C)
Pin Assignment
1 GND
212 V DC
Pin Assignment
1 Audio 1
2 Audio 2
3 Audio 3
4 Audio 4
Pin Assignment
5 Audio 5
6 Audio 6
7 Audio 7
8 Audio 8
Pin Assignment
9 GND 1
10 GND 2
11 GND 3
12 GND 4
Audio IN (U) 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Serial interface (L and M)
6
15
4
3
2
9
8
7
6
12 V DC OUT (B)
Pin Assignment
1 12V DC
2 GND
Pin Assignment
1 DCD (Data Carrier Detect)
2 RxD (Receive Data)
3TxD (Transmit Data)
Pin Assignment
4DTR (Data Terminal Ready)
5 GND
6 DSR (Data Set Ready)
Pin Assignment
7RTS (Request to Send)
8CTS (Clear to Send)
9RI(Ring Indicator)
1
2
Contact IN (H and I)
Pin Assignment Function
3 Contact 1 Camera 1 - Start recording
4 Contact 2 Camera 2 - Start recording
5 Contact 3 Camera 3 - Start recording
6 Contact 4 Camera 4 - Start recording
7 Contact 5 Camera 5 - Start recording
8 Contact 6 Camera 6 - Start recording
9 Contact 7 Camera 7 - Start recording
10 Contact 8 Camera 8 - Start recording
11 Contact 9 Global 1 - Shutdown recorder
12 Contact 10 Global 2
13 Contact 11 Global 3
14 Contact 12 Global 4
Pin Assignment
13 GND 5
14 GND 6
15 GND 7 + 8
Pin Assignment
1 Camera 1
2 Camera 2
3 Camera 3
4 Camera 4
Pin Assignment
5 Camera 5
6 Camera 6
7 Camera 7
8 Camera 8
Pin Assignment
9 GND 1
10 GND 2
11 GND 3
12 GND 4
Video IN (N)
1
27 45
6
3
8
15
10
13
12
11
14
9
Pin Assignment
13 GND 5
14 GND 6
15 GND 7 + 8
Serial interface (K)
Pin Assignment
19 RX +
20 RX -
1 (GND)
2 (GND) 46810 12 14 16 18
357911 13 15 17
20
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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 NetConfig 2 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. DAE-12345678)
Note that the definition of the passwords and of the network parameters is necessary for remote access (e. g. Dallmeier
PView 7).
Login
►Note the documentation Installation and Operation NetConfig 2.
►Start the software NetConfig 2.
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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Measuresinmillimetre(mm).
280mm
(11.0")
150mm
95mm
(3.6")
230mm
(9.0")
100mm
(3.9")
256mm
(10.1")
Ø4mm
(0.2")
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