InterTest IONODES ION-E100-HD User manual

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ION-E100-HD
User Manual
Version 1.0
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Table of Contents
1BEFORE YOU BEGIN...............................................................................................................................3
1.1 ABOUT THE ION-E100-HD ...................................................................................................................3
1.2 PARTS LIST ............................................................................................................................................4
2HARDWARE INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................5
2.1 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................5
3CONNECTIONS .........................................................................................................................................6
3.1 FRONT PANEL ........................................................................................................................................6
3.2 REAR PANEL ..........................................................................................................................................7
4SERIAL PORT CONNECTIVITY............................................................................................................9
5UNDERSTANDING LED STATUS ........................................................................................................11
Normal Operation: ......................................................................................................................................11
Special Operations:.....................................................................................................................................11
6INITIAL SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................12
6.1 NETWORK CONFIGURATION.................................................................................................................12
6.2 USING THE ION-E100-HD WEB APPLICATION....................................................................................16
Setting up the NTP server............................................................................................................................17
Configuring Video Parameters....................................................................................................................17
7PERFORMING A FIRMWARE UPDATE ............................................................................................19
7.1 BATCH FIRMWARE UPDATE .................................................................................................................20
8POINT TO POINT CONNECTIONS .....................................................................................................23
ANNEX A –CONFIGURATION PARAMETER REFERENCE.................................................................24
ANNEX B –TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................................................27
ANNEX C –STATEMENT LIMITED WARRANTY...................................................................................28
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1 Before you begin
1.1 About the ION-E100-HD
The ION-E100-HD single port encoder delivers high quality H.264 video encoding to the video
surveillance market. It is an embedded, high-performance digital video encoder, capable of
encoding an analog camera input using multiple profiles at a combined 90 images per second
(NTSC/PAL) at 4CIF resolution.
Embedding support for networked API’s, the ION-E100-HD can be integrated into a networked
video management system allowing for centralized monitoring and management in a scalable
and expandable IP surveillance system. Contact IONODES for a list of supported VMS
systems.
The high-performance encoding capability of the ION-E100-HD offers a cost-effective way to
service existing analog cameras while providing the benefits of video over IP networks.
The ION-E100-HD provides innovative configuration options and tools that can significantly
decrease the amount of time and effort required to deploy a unit. Using web-based configuration
tools, users can easily and remotely manage all aspects of the appliance.
To support high-performance encoding, while keeping the total cost of ownership within budget
constraints, the ION-E100-HD uses highly efficient dual stream H.264 compression and supports
an optional third MJPEG stream.
Advanced features, such as “edge-recording” and “video analytics” allow you to extend usage of
the ION-E100-HD well into the future.
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1.2 Parts List
Qty Description
1 ION-E100-HD appliance
1 Terminal block socket (P/N Weidmuller 1727660000 or 1727580000)
Note: When unpacking, inspect the shipment box and appliance to identify any possible
damages due to shipping. Make sure all items have been delivered and that no
items are missing. Contact your Ionodes representative should you find any damag-
es or defects.
Note: The product serial number label helps the Ionodes product support team identify
your device and its factory configuration in the event that your ION-E100-HD or its
components require service. The label is attached on the underside of the enclo-
sure.
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2 Hardware Installation
2.1 Equipment Installation
The ION-E100-HD can be placed on a flat surface, such as a desktop, or mounted via the
available mounting holes.
When installing the ION-E100-HD, position the unit to allow for cable clearance at the front and
rear of the unit. Make sure that minimal air flow is provided to the unit.
The ION-E100-HD can be mounted to various mounting structures via the available mounting
holes. Note that mounting screws are not shipped with the device.
Warning: Be careful not to damage the enclosure when using mounting screws.
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3 Connections
Familiarize yourself with the ION-E100-HD front and rear panels before connecting any
equipment to the unit. The ION-E100-HD offers a single analog video input and associated I/Os
and audio connections.
3.1 Front Panel
VIDEO IN
HDMI connector interface for video input source (720p).
MICRO SD (optional)
Micro SD connector available for edge recording capability. Please insert a formatted
(FAT) micro SD card to enable associated functionality.
Note: A micro SD card is not provided with the device.
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3.2 Rear Panel
Terminal Bloc Header
This header connector is used to connect the supplied Terminal Bloc Socket which
provides the interface to serial port, I/O and power connections.
Below is a detailed view of this Terminal Bloc Socket:
Terminal Bloc
Header
RL I1 Rx+ Tx+ 12v
RL I2 Rx- Tx- GND
Relay Output
Digital Input Pins #1 & #2
Receiver pair for serial communication (4 wire RS-422 or RS-485)
Transmitter pair for serial communication (4 wire RS-422 or RS-485)
12V power source
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The pin out description of the Terminal Bloc Socket is as follows:
Number
Description
Direction
1
RL (Relay)
Out
2
RL (Relay)
Out
3
I1 (Digital Input 1)
In
4
I2 (Digital Input 2)
In
5
RX+
In
6
RX-
In
7
TX+
Out
8
TX-
Out
9
12V supply
In
10
Ground
-
AUDIO IN / OUT
3.5 mm jack which can be used to connect both an audio input and an audio output
source. The stereo channel provided by this connector exposes one channel for the
audio input and the other for the audio output.
STATUS
The system status LED is a bi-color (Yellow - Orange) LED providing detailed
information on the current state of the device.
ETHERNET / PoE
This is the ION-E100-HD network port. Please use a straight RJ45 (cat. 5 or 6) network
cable. The ION-E100-HD accepts a Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) compliant power
source if needed.
RESET
The reset button can be used to perform a hardware reset, or to perform a complete
reset to default settings of the device’s configuration parameters.
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4 Serial Port Connectivity
Many devices (PTZ keyboards, PTZ cameras, etc.) use RS-422/485 protocols for
communicating with other equipment. These protocols are standards for binary data exchange
between DTE and DCE equipments.
To connect serial equipment to an ION-E100-HD using RS-422/485 4-wire configuration, use the
following steps:
1. Connect twisted pair cables to the Terminal Bloc Socket located on the front panel of the
device. Connect to Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-and GND.
2. Select the desired operation mode (RS-422 4-wire, RS-485 2-wire or RS-485 4-wire)
using the devices web interface or external VMS interface.
3. To ensure proper connection between RS-422 4-wire or RS-485 4-wire serial equipment
and the ION-E100-HD, use the following scheme:
Equipment Serial Port
ION-E100-HD Serial Port
TX+
RX+
TX-
RX-
RX+
TX+
RX-
TX-
GND
GND
To connect serial equipment to an ION-E100-HD using RS-485 2-wire configuration, use the
following steps:
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1. To create the negative data signal, please connect Rx-and Tx-pins together on the
Terminal Bloc Socket.
2. To create the positive data signal, please connect Rx+ and Tx+ pins together on the
Terminal Bloc Socket.
3. To ensure proper connection between RS-485 2-wire serial equipment and the ION-
E100-HD, use the following scheme:
Equipment Serial Port
ION-E100-HD Serial Port
Data +
Data +
Data -
Data -
GND
GND
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