Danelec DM100-2014 User manual

Operator’s Manual
For the DM100-2014 VDR
Document Number DBS11011
Version Number 1.2
Date June 2014
P/N (hard copy) 9302721-12

Operator's Manual for the DM100-2014 VDR
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Revision record
Version
Date
Description
1.0
April 2014
Original issue of document
1.1
May 2014
Minor revision
1.2
June 2014
Minor revision
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Contents
REVISION RECORD ...........................................................................................................2
1SCOPE AND PURPOSE ..........................................................................................5
1.1 References................................................................................................................5
1.2 Terms and Abbreviations ..........................................................................................5
2SYSTEM OVERVIEW ...............................................................................................6
2.1.1 Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)...............................................................................6
2.1.2 VDR Bridge Control Panel (BCP).......................................................................6
2.1.3 Bridge Microphone Units (BMU) ........................................................................6
2.1.4 Fixed capsule.....................................................................................................7
2.1.5 Float-free capsule ..............................................................................................7
2.1.6 Remote Video Interface (RVI)............................................................................7
2.1.7 Sensor Interface Unit (SIU)................................................................................7
2.2 Maximum number of supported interfaces ................................................................8
3OPERATION.............................................................................................................9
3.1 Bridge Control Panel.................................................................................................9
3.1.1 Alarm display .....................................................................................................9
3.1.2 Self-test – Operational Performance Test..........................................................9
3.1.3 Setting the display brilliance level to default ......................................................9
4OPERATION OF THE DM100 DAU .......................................................................10
4.1 Data Processing Unit (DPU)....................................................................................11
4.1.1 Power LEDs.....................................................................................................11
4.1.2 AC breaker.......................................................................................................11
4.1.3 AC inlet ............................................................................................................11
4.1.4 Battery switch...................................................................................................12
4.1.5 VDR status LED...............................................................................................12
4.1.6 Main CPU LED.................................................................................................12
4.1.7 LEDs in the Ethernet connectors .....................................................................12
5OPERATION OF THE NON-MODULAR COMPACT SIU ......................................13
5.1 LEDs on the Uni-rack ..............................................................................................13
5.1.1 AC LED............................................................................................................13
5.1.2 AC breaker.......................................................................................................13
5.1.3 Ethernet link and activity indicators..................................................................14
5.1.4 UR address......................................................................................................14
6OPERATION OF THE MODULAR SIU ..................................................................15
6.1 LEDs on Module Rack ............................................................................................15
6.1.1 AC LED............................................................................................................15
6.1.2 Link indications ................................................................................................15
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6.1.3 AC breaker.......................................................................................................15
6.1.4 LEDs in the Ethernet connector .......................................................................16
6.1.5 Allocation of system labels for digital interfaces...............................................16
6.1.6 MR address......................................................................................................16
7OPERATION OF STANDARD RVI 02-004 AND RVI 02-004D (POE) ...................17
7.1 Operation of RVI with AC power supply..................................................................18
7.1.1 RVI address .....................................................................................................18
7.1.2 Ethernet ports ..................................................................................................18
7.1.3 ST LED ............................................................................................................18
8ERROR CODES .....................................................................................................19
8.1 Error codes .............................................................................................................19
9SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................27
9.1 Verification of the VDR functionality following service on any sensor .....................27
9.2 List of most common spare parts ............................................................................27
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1 Scope and purpose
Operator's Manual for the DM100-2014 VDR. The DM100-2014 complies with IEC 61996-1 Ed.2
which applies to VDRs installed from 1st of July 2014.
1.1 References
DBS10704 Installation Manual for DM100/DM400 VDR compact Sensor Interface Unit
DBS10956 Installation Manual for DM100-2014 VDR
DBS11010 Inspectors and Authorities Manual for DM100-2014 VDR
DBS10919 Installation Manual for Remote Video Interface with PoE RVI 02-004, RVI 02-004D
9200327 Installation Manual for DM400, DM500 VDR Sensor Interface Unit
9200331 Installation Manual for Remote Video Interface for DM200, DM300, DM400, DM500
1.2 Terms and Abbreviations
BCP Bridge Control Panel
BMU Bridge Microphone Unit
DAU Data Acquisition Unit
DPU Data Processing Unit (located inside the DAU)
OPT Operational Performance Test (self-test according to IEC 61996-1 Ed.2)
SIU Sensor Interface Unit
RVI Remote Video Interface
NAS Network attached storage (option used for external extended backup)
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2 System overview
VDR System overview (typical configuration)
2.1.1 Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)
The Data Acquisition Unit contains the Data Processor Unit (DPU). The DAU must be installed
indoors in the proximity of the bridge.
2.1.2 VDR Bridge Control Panel (BCP)
The BCP must be installed on the bridge either in a console or mounted on a bulkhead. The BCP is
the interface for the VDR Operational Performance Test which must be carried out regularly. VDR
system errors will also be shown here as a caution (steady yellow light).
2.1.3 Bridge Microphone Units (BMU)
A number of BMUs must be installed on the bridge (console, ceiling or bulkhead mounted).
Watertight outdoor BMUs for the bridge wings are available.
BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU
DAU
Fixed
Capsule
BMU
SIU
Digital inputs (64)
BCP
Ethernet
STP CAT5
VHF
6 x BMU
Serial inputs (8)
Video inputs (2)
Analog or DVI from
e.g. RADAR
Optional
Remote
Video I/F
Ethernet PoE
STP CAT5
Serial inputs (12)
e.g. GPS
Analog inputs (8)
Ethernet PoE
STP CAT5
Ethernet PoE
STP CAT5
Ethernet PoE
STP CAT5
Ethernet STP
CAT5/CAT6
Images from
RADAR and ECDIS
Float-free
capsule
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2.1.4 Fixed capsule
The fixed data capsule (“the orange box”) must be installed on an “external deck close to the
vessels center line” - typically on the external deck above the bridge.
2.1.5 Float-free capsule
The float-free capsule is an additional data capsule which is required according to IEC 61996-1
ed2.0. It must be installed in the same way as an EPIRP.
2.1.6 Remote Video Interface (RVI)
The RVI is optional equipment. An RVI may be used to capture video from, for example, a
RADAR which is unable to send images to the VDR using Ethernet; i.e. typically older equipment.
The RVI must be installed indoors, normally close to the RADARs. It must be connected to the
DAU with a cable which may be up to 100m in length.
2.1.7 Sensor Interface Unit (SIU)
The SIU is optional equipment. An SIU is needed if, for example, door status cannot be provided
using a serial or Ethernet interface on the VDR.
A standard non-modular compact SIU has 8 serial interfaces, 8 analog interfaces and 64 digital
interfaces. A modular SIU also exists which can be configured to have other combinations of
interfaces. The SIU must be installed indoors. It must be connected to the DAU with an Ethernet
cable up to 100m long.
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2.2 Maximum number of supported interfaces
If needed, additional equipment may be used to make larger or non-standard configurations. The
maximum number of supported interfaces for a VDR is listed below:
Type of input
Maximum configuration
Ethernet interfaces*
7 on DAU
Serial inputs
40 (12 on DAU + 3 modules)
Analog inputs
32 (2 modules)
Digital inputs
128 (8 modules)
Audio inputs
14 (10 on DAU + 4 on RAI )
Video inputs**
4 (2 RVIs)
* For configuration of the VDR, acquiring network data and acquiring image data.
** The VDR records up to 8 image tracks. Four of these tracks may be used for recording images acquired by a Remote
Video Interface (optional equipment).
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3 Operation
3.1 Bridge Control Panel
The BCP is the primary user interface for an installed operational VDR. It serves two purposes:
•Alarm (caution) display
•Interface for initiating VDR self-test (Operational Performance Test)
3.1.1 Alarm display
The VDR will generate an alarm message (caution) if a system error is detected. An alarm message
will be displayed on the BCP and the yellow caution indicator will be illuminated. No audible alarm
will be generated and alarms should not be acknowledged. Alarm messages will be cleared and the
caution indicator turned off when the cause of error is resolved.
3.1.2 Self-test – Operational Performance Test
An Operational Performance Test (OPT) of the VDR must be carried out regularly, and always after
service and maintenance which may affect the operation of the VDR. An OPT is best done while
the vessel is en route and all navigation equipment is switched on. A service agent must be
contacted if the OPT report shows problems which cannot be fixed by the master on the vessel.
Click on “F2” and follow the instructions in order to carry out an OPT.
3.1.3 Setting the display brilliance level to default
Pressing the DIM bottom for 5-7 seconds will restore the display brilliance level.
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4 Operation of the DM100 DAU
The door to the DAU must be locked after the VDR has been installed and is operating normally.
This section of the manual is only relevant during installation and service.
VDR status
LED
AC inlet
Program
memory
I/F to
IAS
I/F for
BCP
Service
console
Ethernet
ports
VGA
interface
Audio
interfaces
DPU
AC breaker
Power status
LEDs
Battery
switch
Interfaces
for serial data
Termination
resistors for
SI00 - SI03
Main CPU
status LED
Service mode
switch
I/F for
capsule
I/F for
RDI
I/F for
RVI
I/F for
SIU
I/F for
float-free
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4.1 Data Processing Unit (DPU)
The DPU is the main computer in the system. It is basically a PC, but it has been designed from
scratch in a completely different manner in order to withstand environmental stress which far
exceeds what an ordinary industrial PC can tolerate.
4.1.1 Power LEDs
BAT LED (blue)
Steady light
Battery fully charged
OK
Blinking (1Hz)
Charging battery
OK
Blinking (5Hz)
Battery is not detected
Error
Off
The battery switch on the DPU is “OFF”
(Error)
AC LED (blue)
Steady light
AC power OK
OK
Off
AC power failed
Error
ERR LED (red)
Steady light
The internal power control circuit has
failed
Error
Off
The internal power control circuit is
operating
OK
OK LED (blue)
Steady light
Power to DPU present
OK
Off
No power to the DPU
Error (note 1)
4.1.2 AC breaker
The AC breaker is a combination of a fuse and a manually operated switch, i.e. it can be used to
manually switch off the AC power sources, but it will also pop out automatically if too much
current is drawn from the power source or if overvoltage is detected.
Warning: The AC breaker must be released (popped out) and the
battery switch on the front of the DPU must be in its “Off” position in
order to switch the unit fully off.
4.1.3 AC inlet
The main power source for the VDR is the ship’s AC (110V-230V).
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4.1.4 Battery switch
The battery switch indirectly controls a relay between the DPU and the battery pack. When
switching the VDR off; do the following: Pop out the AC breaker and briefly move the battery
switch to its “OFF” position. Move the battery switch back to its “ON” after the VDR is turned off.
4.1.5 VDR status LED
The status of the system is displayed using a tri-color LED. The BCP will display text messages and
error codes explaining the problem(s) if the LED becomes yellow or red.
VDR status LED (tri color)
Steady green
The information displayed is just
information
OK
Steady yellow
The information displayed is a warning.
The system is still fully operational but
may fail soon. Contact a service agent if
the problem cannot be rectified.
(OK)
Steady red
The information displayed contains
information about system errors which
prevent normal operation. Contact a
service agent if the problem cannot be
rectified.
Error
4.1.6 Main CPU LED
The main CPU LED is controlled by the power control circuit which will become active as the first
circuit after power is applied. The power circuit uses the LED to show information about the main
CPU.
OFF
The power circuit has not started yet –
this should take a few seconds only.
(OK)
Green 1Hz
The power circuit is waiting for the main
CPU to start (boot load) – may take up to
two minutes
(OK)
Steady green
The main CPU is operating normally
OK
Steady red
The main CPU is not responding
Error
4.1.7 LEDs in the Ethernet connectors
Two LEDs are integrated into each Ethernet connector. The left LED will be illuminated when a
communication link is established and shows the speed (yellow = 100Mbit/sec, green =
1000Mbits/sec). The right LED (green) will be illuminated when a communication link is
established and will flicker depending on the traffic load.
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5 Operation of the non-modular compact SIU
Uni-rack with 16 analog interfaces
5.1 LEDs on the Uni-rack
5.1.1 AC LED
Indicates the power (AC) is present.
5.1.2 AC breaker
The AC breaker is a combination of a fuse and a manually operated switch, i.e. it can be used to
manually switch off the power source, but it will also pop out automatically if too much current is
drawn from the power source.
Serial I/F
Analog I/F
Digital I/F
Ethernet port
UR address
AC inlet
Uni Rack
AC Breaker
AC LED
Ethernet link
and activity
indicators
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5.1.3 Ethernet link and activity indicators
The LINK LED (right) will be illuminated (yellow) when a communication link is established to the
DAU. The ACT LED (left) will flicker (green) depending on the traffic load.
5.1.4 UR address
Must be set to “0” for the first SIU and “1” for an additional second SIU.
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6 Operation of the modular SIU
Module Rack with six modules
6.1 LEDs on Module Rack
6.1.1 AC LED
Indicates the power (AC) is present.
6.1.2 Link indications
Indicates that the Module Rack has detected a module in the corresponding slot.
6.1.3 AC breaker
The AC breaker is a combination of a fuse and a manually operated switch, i.e. it can be used to
manually switch off the power source but it will also pop out automatically if too much current is
drawn from the power source.
Link indications
for slots
Ethernet
ports
MR address
Serial I/F
module
Analog I/F
module
Digital I/F
modules
AC inlet
Module Rack
AC Breaker
AC LED
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6.1.4 LEDs in the Ethernet connector
Two LEDs are integrated into each Ethernet connect. The right LED (yellow) will be illuminated
when a communication link is established to the DAU. The LED will flicker depending on the
traffic load. The left LED is not used. Please notice that the behavior of the LEDs is different from
other parts of the system for example the DAU.
6.1.5 Allocation of system labels for digital interfaces
Card number in VDR
configuration
Interface number in VDR
configuration and VDR
Explorer
Digital I/F module in Slot 3
1
DI00 – DI15
Digital I/F module in Slot 4
2
DI16 – DI31
Digital I/F module in Slot 5
3
DI32 – DI47
Digital I/F module in Slot 6
4
DI48 – DI63
6.1.6 MR address
Must be set to “0” for the first SIU and “1” for an additional second SIU.
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7 Operation of standard RVI 02-004 and RVI 02-004D (PoE)
The DM100 will normally use an RVI 02-004 and RVI 02-004D for image capture. Another type
exists (see section 7.1) which may be used if the “Power over Ethernet” ports on the DPU are used
for other purposes.
RVI 02-004
RVI 02-004D
RVI 02-004(D) rear panel
Ethernet link and activity
(Green)
Ethernet link and speed
(Yellow)
Ethernet port with PoE
RVI address:
Must be set to “0”
for the first
RVI and
“1” for
a second RVI
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7.1 Operation of RVI with AC power supply
This type is only used if the “Power over Ethernet” ports on the DPU are being used for other
purposes.
7.1.1 RVI address
Must be set to “0” for the first RVI and “1” for a second RVI.
7.1.2 Ethernet ports
ETH A must be connected to the DAU. Note that the LEDs in the Ethernet connectors (RJ45) are
inactive for this unit.
7.1.3 ST LED
The Status LED (Yellow) will flash (1Hz) after power on and then become steady if a
communication link is established to the DAU. The LED will always be switched off after one
minute.
RVI address
Ethernet port
ST LED
AC inlet
Video I/F module
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8 Error codes
Error codes and messages will be displayed by the BCP.
8.1 Error codes
004
SYSTEM
FATAL ERROR
The VDR has encountered an unrecoverable system error. Reboot
the system. If the error persists, the most probable cause is a
defective CPU board or defective system RAM
036
CONFIG
Unable to save
The VDR was unable to save the configuration. Please retry. This
error is only expected to occur during configuration (installation) of
the system
042
CONFIG
Configuration failed
The VDR is unable to find any configuration at all. Replace the
compact flash in the DPU (a properly made boot flash contains a
default configuration from which the system can start). Restore a
backup of the configuration.
054
ALARM
Running on battery
The system is running on battery. Both the main power and the
emergency power are absent. If there is a general power failure on
the vessel, ignore this message; otherwise check the power supply
in the DAU. Consult section 4 for details.
056
AUDIO
Microphones failed
The microphone test failed. Force a microphone test (this is a
feature on the BCP). This test will reveal which microphone is
causing the problem. Check that the “BMU active” checkbox is
unchecked for non-existing microphones. Check the cable for
microphone(s) reported as faulty. Test the inputs on the audio
interface module with a spare microphone. Replace microphones
which are reported faulty if no other error is discovered.
058
AUDIO
Power short circuit
One or more microphones are using too much power. The cabling
and microphones must be checked.
060
STATUS
UTC timeout
The system is not receiving UTC from the GPS. Check that GPS is
on. Check the signal from the GPS (use serial monitor in VDR
explorer, WEB status or VGA status display). If no signal is
present check the cable otherwise check that the configuration has
been done correctly.
070
PSU
Communication failed
The communication between the power supply circuit and the main
CPU in the DPU has been interrupted. If the error persists, the DPU
is probably defective.
074
SERIAL module 1
Missing (SI00-07)
The serial data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
cannot be detected. If the error persists, the DPU is probably
defective.
076
VIDEO module 1
Missing (VD01-02)
VIDEO module 1 cannot be detected. The most probable cause is
that the cable to the RVI from the DPU is disconnected or the RVI
is defective. In addition,
for an AC powered RVI: Power to the RVI
is switched off, the internal Ethernet cable in the RVI is
disconnected or the video interface module is defective.
078
AUDIO module 1
Missing (MIC1-AUD5)
The audio data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
cannot be detected. If the error persists, the DPU is probably
defective.
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081
NETWORK IMAGE
Duplicate Location
More than one source (e.g. an ECDIS) is sending images with the
same Location ID. Inspecting the received images using the
monitor tool in the VDR configurator may help. Check the setup of
sources which are sending images to the VDR
083
NETWORK IMAGE
From 'new' Location
A source (e.g. an ECDIS) is sending images with “Location ID”
marked as ‘new’, i.e. the source has not been configured correctly
yet. Inspecting the received images using the monitor tool in the
VDR configurator may help locate the source.
087
IMAGE
Too big images
The combined size of the received images exceeds the allocated
space in a record. Use the “Analysis of recorded data” utility on the
BCP or in the configurator tool to determine the cause. If the
problem relates to image data, carry out an OPT and check the
recorded images.
089
091
093
095
VIDEO
VD0n wrong size
The radar image does not have the size defined in the
configuration. Check the size of the image from the radar. If
correct, check calibration and settings for the video channel.
096
Not configured
Configure VDR
The VDR has started up using the default configuration. Configure
the system correctly. The VDR is unable to operate correctly using
the default configuration since at least the GPS antenna position
and vessel ID must be entered.
108
VIDEO module 1
Not started
The VDR could not detect the video module in RVI#1 following
system startup. The most probable cause is that the power to the
RVI is switched off, the cable to the RVI from the DPU is
disconnected, the internal Ethernet cable in the RVI is disconnected
or the video interface module is defective.
110
AUDIO module 1
Not started
The audio data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
cannot be detected following system startup. If the error persists,
the DPU is probably defective.
112
SERIAL module 1
Not started
The serial data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
cannot be detected following system startup. If the error persists,
the DPU is probably defective.
117
PSU battery
Battery switch “OFF”
The battery switch on the front of the DPU is in the “OFF”
position.
118
PSU battery
Not present
The power supply is unable to detect the battery pack. Check that
the battery pack is connected to the DPU. If the error persists for
more than five minutes, the batteries are probably defective.
120
PSU battery
Could not be charged
The charger was unable to fully charge the battery within a pre-
defined time. Switch the battery switch on the DPU “OFF” briefly
and then “ON”. If the error returns (this may take 18 hours), the
battery pack is defective and must be replaced.
124
PSU
Low output voltage
The output voltage from the battery pack has dropped below 16V.
This message will appear shortly before the battery is discharged
when the VDR is operating from the battery only. This message
will not appear if the battery pack is new and was fully charged,
since the VDR will power down automatically after two hours
when operating from the batteries (well before the voltage drops
below 16V).
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