DARIM VISION VIDEOSPIDER PVE400 edition User manual

User’s Guide
Rev. 1.3a
May 30, 2008
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Table of Contents
1. GENERAL INFORMATION....................................................................................................................................- 4 -
1.1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................................... - 4-
1.2 REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................................................................... - 5-
2. INSTALLATION STEPS ..........................................................................................................................................- 6 -
2.1 INSTALLING ANTENNA........................................................................................................................................... - 7-
2.2 INSTALLING THE CAMERA...................................................................................................................................... - 7-
2.3 USING OTHER VIDEO/AUDIO SOURCE ..................................................................................................................... - 8-
2.4 POWERING UP........................................................................................................................................................ - 8-
2.5 BATTERY CHARGING ............................................................................................................................................. - 8-
2.6 BATTERY REPLACEMENT....................................................................................................................................... - 9-
2.7 USING WIRED NETWORK CONNECTION................................................................................................................... - 9-
3. GETTING CONNECTED.......................................................................................................................................- 10 -
3.1 ACCESSING THE DEVICE FOR THE FIRST TIME....................................................................................................... - 10 -
3.2 NETWORK CONFIGURATION................................................................................................................................. - 12 -
3.2.1 Wired connection configuration .................................................................................................................- 12 -
3.2.2 Wireless connection configuration .............................................................................................................- 14 -
3.3 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONFIGURATION.................................................................................................................... - 16 -
3.4 VIEWING VIDEO................................................................................................................................................... - 17 -
3.5 MONITORING THE BATTERY STATUS.................................................................................................................... - 19 -
3.6 UPGRADING FIRMWARE....................................................................................................................................... - 20 -
3.7 STATUS LEDS..................................................................................................................................................... - 21 -
4. ADVANCED CONFIGURATION..........................................................................................................................- 22 -
4.1 FIREWALL............................................................................................................................................................ - 22 -
4.2 IP ROUTER........................................................................................................................................................... - 23 -
5. CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION............................................................................................................- 24 -
6. PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION.........................................................................................................- 25 -
7. REGULATORY INFORMATION.........................................................................................................................- 26 -
7.1 FCC INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................. - 26 -
7.2 FCC RF RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT ...................................................................................................... - 26 -
7.3 CE MARK CERTIFICATION................................................................................................................................... - 27 -
7.4 CSA MARK CERTIFICATION................................................................................................................................ - 27 -
7.5 ROHS.................................................................................................................................................................. - 28 -
7.6 WEEE DIRECTIVE............................................................................................................................................... - 28 -
8. SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................................................- 29 -
8.1 PVE400 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ................................................................................................................... - 29 -
8.2 PVE-CAM TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ............................................................................................................... - 29 -
8.3 CONNECTORS PIN OUT ......................................................................................................................................... - 30 -
8.4 LIST OF ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................................................................... - 32 -

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Introduction
Developed for the most challenging environments, the Darim PVE400 Portable Video Encoder/Streamer is a
robust, single channel video encoder for capturing, encoding and streaming high quality MPEG4 video and
audio through a wireless interface. This compact and portable unit supports field-operational features such as
Fischer Auto-Locking/Quick-release Interfaces, Aluminum rugged encasement, Waterproof Head-camera and
Field-replaceable Lithium-ion battery, specifically designed to meet the needs of harsh operating conditions or
critical/emergency response teams.
The PVE400 can be managed and monitored from either an Incident Response Command Post or from a Central
Operations Control Centre – delivering real-time video and audio information from outdoor environments back
to a centrally managed control location in order to communicate true “Point-of-View” situational awareness.
The PVE400 operates on IEEE802.11b/g wireless technology.
Access to the PVE400 and camera can be offered though a simple web browser, or for multiple units
management is supported through the Darim VideoSpider Console. The Video Spider security management
system offers connectivity to unlimited number of cameras, video servers, storage servers, and control rooms.
Connections between system components are organized over IP LANs, WANs and the Internet, allowing the
system to be distributed worldwide.
Figure 1. PVE400 with basic accessories
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Features:
• Real-time hardware MPEG4 Video and G.711Audio Compression
• Personal Wireless Router for locally attached Ethernet Devices
• Support of IEEE802.11b/g 2.4GHz
• Wireless communication with control center
• Integrated “Bullet head-camera” or Generic video camera cable options
• Individual WEB interface capability
• Rugged, watertight case and connectors
• DC 12V output for camera power feed
• Up to 4 hours operating time on single “Field-replaceable” battery
• Multi-device Enterprise management from Darim’s VideoSpider Console
1.2 Requirements
The following are the requirements for a client PC to work with PVE400:
•CPU: Intel Pentium IV 1GHz or better
•RAM: 1024 MB or more
•OS: Microsoft® Windows® XP Home or Pro, Windows® Vista
The rest of this document contains important operating instructions for the PVE400 unit. Be sure to read all the
applicable sections carefully before proceeding.
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2. INSTALLATION STEPS
This chapter describes the installation procedure of the PVE400 accessories.
Figure 2. PVE400 interface
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2.1 Installing antenna
Attach the supplied antenna to RP-SMA jack. To prevent from damaging RP-SMA connector, it is important to
hold body of antenna and rotate only metal part of antenna. Do not rotate antenna itself.
Figure 3. Attaching the supplied antenna
Warning:
The only supplied antenna with 2.0dBi gain is certified to use with PVE400 when the device is used as
wearable.
2.2 Installing the camera
PVE400 is bundled with 1/3" Sony Ex-View HAD CCD, Hi-res
weatherproof bullet camera. The camera comes with Fischer
Automatic Latching, Self Aligned 5 pin connector. Gently plug
and rotate the connector until it mates and push to lock. In this
position the connector is securely locked and pulling the cable
will not disconnect it. Fix the camera using a head strap or
helmet mount (optional). The camera has a mark of a top
position for easy orientation. In order to unplug the camera, pull
the bottom sleeve of the connector.
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2.3 Using other video/audio source
PVE400 can accept any standard video source. The optional
PVE-AV split cable has a standard RCA female connector
(Yellow) for video input. PVE400 can provide 12V/200mA
power for an external camera using a standard power jack. This
power source is protected by resettable fuse with 400mA limit, to
secure PVE400 from accidental shortage.
The standard electret microphone can be connected to the audio
jack. PVE400 will provide 1.1V DC bias for the microphone on
the same connector.
See also the table in section 8.3 for the connector pin out, if the
custom cable is needed.
2.4 Powering up
Press and hold the power button (Figure 2 -1) until the green LED is on (Figure 2 - 5). The unit will be ready for
operation as soon as the status LED is lighted (Figure 2 - 6). To turn off, press and hold the power button again,
until all LEDs are off. When the external power adapter is attached, the unit will turn on immediately. The
power button works only for battery. Alternatively the unit can be powered via AUX connector (see the table in
section 8.3). This is useful if the unit operates with an external power source, for example inside a car, or while
stationary mounted.
Warning:
Do not remove the battery, even if the unit is always working with the external power source.
2.5 Battery charging
The battery can be charged using an external charger (optionally supplied p/n PVE-ECx) or internally using
bundled AC /12VDC power adapter (PVE-PS with AUX adapter). The charging time of a fully discharged
battery is about 5 hours. During the charging process PVE400M will operate normally. On the bottom cap two
additional LEDs will show status. If power source comes from AUX connector, External Power LED (Figure 2 -
11) will be solid green, Charger Status LED (Figure 2 – 10) will be solid red if battery is charging and change to
solid green(amber) if battery is fully charged.
When AC/DC adapter is connected, the battery will always be in the charging state, but the internal circuit will
prevent the unit from overcharging.
When the battery is internally charged, turn on the unit by pressing the battery power button first, then attach
DC-AUX plug. This will insure calibration process of the battery monitor. When the unit is fully charged, the
capacity monitor will work with 1% accuracy in this case.
It is also possible to charge from a car battery using an optional cable PVE-VPS (cigarette lighter plug to AUX),
in the same way as using PVE-PS.
Aluminum case of PVE400M is electrically connected with internal ground signal (negative). The external
power source must be positive. PVE400M has a built-in protection from reverse polarity of an external power
source.
Note: AC/DC adapter is designed to use only for indoor environment.
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2.6 Battery replacement If the capacity is below 10%, the red LED (Figure 2- 8) will start
blinking. When the status red LED is solid, the battery capacity
is below 5% and it must be recharged or replaced with a fully
charged battery. More accurate battery status can be monitored
using the web interface on the BATTERY tab (refer to
section 3.5).
To replace the battery, turn off the unit by pressing and holding
the power button until all LEDs are off and ensure that PVE-PS
supply is disconnected.
Unscrew the thumb screws (Figure 2 - 10) on the bottom cap of
the unit and pull out the battery. Insert the replacement battery
positioning the contacts inside the unit. Put the cap back and
thoroughly tighten the thumb screws to compress the rubber gasket. The battery has internal protection from
overcharging and over discharging or short circuit. The battery life time is about 500 cycles (while maintaining
about 70% of the initial capacity) depending on operational conditions. Do not charge the battery if the
temperature is below 0°C (32°F) to prolong the battery life. Store the spare batteries in a dry place; preferably
the temperature should not exceed 30°C (86°F).
Warning:
The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 60°C (140°F) or incinerate. Replace battery with Saft model
1S1P MP 176065 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
La batterie utilisée dans cet appareil peut présenter un risque d’incendie ou de brûlure chimique en cas de
mauvais emploi. Ne pas recharger, démonter, chauffer à plus de 60C (140F) ni incinerer. Remplacer la
batterie uniquement par le model Saft 1S1P MP 176065. Une autre batterie peut provoquer un incendie ou
une explosion.
2.7 Using wired network connection
PVE400 has a standard 10/100Base-T Ethernet adapter accessible
via AUX connector. Since AUX connector is also used for
RS232 interface and external power, a special cable is required to
use Ethernet function. PVE-AUX is 5 feet (1.5m) CAT5E grade
cable with RJ45 plug (T568B) on one side and Automatic
Latching, Self Aligned 10 pin connector on the other side.
Gently plug and rotate AUX side of the connector until it mates,
and push to lock. In this position the connector is securely
locked and pulling cable will not disconnect it. To unplug, pull
the bottom sleeve of the connector. If AUX connector is not used,
make sure that the protection cap is always put.
Addendum 8.3 has AUX connector pin out and wiring diagram
for PVE-AUX cable.
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3. GETTING CONNECTED
PVE400 has a built-in web server. The whole configuration can be done using Internet Browser; no other
special software is required. All parameters on the configuration pages are stored in Non-Volatile RAM
(FLASH), so turning off the power will not reset them. New parameters will be stored by clicking the [Apply]
button with verification that all parameters are valid. The grayed values are read only, can’t be changed by user.
Web interface is very generic and works with any operating system and browser, excepting video plug-in, which
works only with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 or higher.
3.1 Accessing the device for the first time
The factory default configuration for Ethernet: IP 192.168.1.250 (static). To access PVE400 for the first time
using the wired connection, PC must be on the same network subnet.
The network settings can be changed using the NETWORK tab (see section 3.2). Changing IP address may
cause temporal disconnection. In this case reconnect to the device with a new IP address. The default
configuration for wireless is DHCP client.
Once connection is established and verified (by ping command), launch Internet Browser with URL of a current
IP address. For example: http://192.168.1.250. The standard authentication dialog will come out.
Figure 4. Authentication dialog
Enter the default user name as “admin” and initial password “admin” and click [OK] button. If the
authentication process succeeds, PVE400 site will be opened at the SYSTEM page as default.
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