Moxa Technologies VPort 364A Series User manual

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VPort 364A Series
Quick Installation Guide
Moxa Industrial Video Encoder
First Edition, November 2011

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Overview
The VPort 364A is a 4-channel industrial video encoder that supports the
H.264 video compression algorithm, which provides the best video quality
on the market while requiring less bandwidth compared to other video
compression standards. In addition, the VPort 364A supports
simultaneous dual video streams with different formats: H.264 and
MJPEG. The two video streams can be used for different purposes, such as
viewing, recording, or analysis. In addition, the rugged industrial design
with -40 to 75°C operating temperature, built-in fiber Ethernet ports,
IP30-rated form factor, and industrial certifications, make the VPort 364A
highly suitable for use in harsh environments.
Package Checklist
The VPort 364A ships with the following items:
•VPort 364A.
•Two 5-pin terminal blocks for 2 power inputs and 2 relay outputs.
•8-pin terminal block for 4 DIs (Digital Inputs).
•5-pin terminal block for the RS-232/422/RS-485 PTZ control port.
•Quick installation guide.
•Documentation & Software CD
•Warranty Card.
Note: If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your
customer service representative for assistance.
NOTE
This product must be installed in compliance with your local laws
and regulations.
Features
High Performance Audio-Video Networking Solution
•Compatible with NTSC/PAL analog video cameras
•H.264 and MJPEG video compression standards
•Dual simultaneous video streams (1 H.264 and 1 MJPEG)
•Lower latency, under 200 ms
•4 BNC video inputs
•Single video stream up to 30 frames/sec in Full D1 (720 x 480)
resolution in NTSC, and 25 frames/ sec in Full D1 (720 x 576)
resolution in PAL
•Select between Full D1/ 4CIF/ VGA/ CIF/ QCIF resolutions
•1 audio input and 1 audio output for 2-way voice communication
•TCP, UDP, and HTTP network transmission modes
•Modbus/TCP for easy communication with SCADA systems
•Standard RTSP (Real-time streaming protocol) for easy integration
•DynaStream™ for automatic frame rate adjustment to control IP
video traffic
•Multicast (IGMP) protocols for efficient network transmission
•QoS (TOS) for priority transmission
•SNMP V1/V2c/V3 for network management
•Built-in web server and RS-232 console for remote access and
configuration

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•One auto-sensing 10/100BaseT(X) or 100BaseFX (SC connector)
Ethernet port
•8 output video streams and 8 client connections
•50 multicast clients for receiving multicast video streams
•Multicast push for all the clients
•Video quality in CBR (constant bit rate) or VBR (variable bit rate)
•Supports one RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 5-pin PTZ port for controlling
a PTZ (PAN/TILT/ZOOM) motorized camera via a TCP/IP network
•UPnP and IP filtering
Rugged Industrial Design
•Two 12/24 VDC and 24 VAC redundant power inputs with LED
indicators
•-40 to 75°C operating temperature for harsh industrial environments
(“T” models)
•35 mm DIN-Rail mounting or panel mounting installation
(with optional accessory)
•IP30-rated form factor
•CE, FCC, and UL508(pending)
Intelligent Alarm Trigger Capability
•Supports system alarms, including power failure and network link
•Supports event alarms, including video motion detection (VMD),
video loss, digital input, and CGI event
•Equipped with 4 DIs and 2 relays (DO) for external sensors and
alarms.
•Pre, trigger, and post alarm snapshot images provided.
•Supports sequential snapshot images
•Messages with snapshot images can be sent via FTP and email.
•Capable of setting an alarm schedule
Video Management and Control
•Free Moxa VPort SDK Plus (software development kits) supported
with flexible interface and sample codes for customized application or
system integration.
•Moxa SoftNVR-IA IP surveillance software supported for the video
recording and management solution.
NOTE
If you are interested in the VPort SDK PLUS, visit Moxa’s website
(www.moxa.com) to download the software, or contact a Moxa
sales representative for more information.
NOTE
If you are interested in SoftNVR-IA IP surveillance software, visit
Moxa’s website (www.moxa.com) to download the trial version.

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VPort 364A Panel Layout
1. RS-232 console port
2. Hardware reset button
3. 8-pin terminal block for DI 1 to DI 4
4. 5-pin terminal block for Relay 2 and
power input 2 (PWR2)
5. Grounding screw
6. 5-pin terminal block for Relay 1 and
power input 2 (PWR1)
7. Heat dissipation orifices
8. LEDs for STAT, PWR1, PWR2, and
FAULT
9. LEDs for V1 to V4
10. AUDIO OUTPUT port for external
speakers
11. AUDIO INPUT port for mic-in and
line-in connection
12. 4 BNC connector for V1 to V4 video
inputs
13. RJ45 10/100BaseTX Ethernet port
with 10/100 Mbps LED
14. 100BaseFX fiber optic port with 100
Mbps LED
15. RS-232/422/485 PTZ port with 5-pin
terminal block for PTZ camera control
16. Model name
17. Screw hole for wall mounting
18. Screw hole for DIN-Rail mounting

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First-Time Installation and Configuration
Before installing the VPort 364A, check to make sure that all the items in
the package checklist are in the box. In addition, you will need access to
a notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port.
Step 1: Select the Power Source
The VPort 364A can be powered by a DC power input from 12 to 32 VDC,
or an AC power input from 18 to 30 VAC. Two power inputs are provided
for redundancy. Users can check the LED status located in the front panel
to see if the power inputs are connected appropriately. If one of the power
inputs fails, the FAULT LED will light up in red if the power failure alarm is
enabled.
NOTE
The VPort 364A series supports power input specifications of
12
-32 VDC for 12/24 VDC power input, or 18-
30 VAC for 24 VAC
power input (note that this is different fro
m Moxa EDS switch’s
12-45 VDC power input).
Step 2: Connect the VPort 364A to a Network
The VPort 364A has one auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet or 100
Mbps fiber optic port (multi mode or single mode). An LED indicator
located on the side of each port indicates a 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Ethernet
connection.
Step 3: Connect the VPort 364A to cameras and an audio source
The VPort 364A has four VIDEO INPUT ports (V1, V2, V3, and V4). Use the
BNC connector (1.0 Vpp, 75Ω) and coaxial cable to connect video
cameras to the VPort to input analog video signals.
The VPort 364A has one audio input and one audio output. A microphone
or an amplifier can be plugged directly into the AUDIO INPUT port, and a
speaker can be plugged into the AUDIO OUTPUT port.
NOTE
The four LEDs (V1, V2, V3, and V4) located on the VPort 364A’s
front panel indicate the video
signal transmission status for video
inputs. You may refer to these LEDs to verify video signal status.
ATTENTION
A ground loop isolator is recommended to be used between the
camera and the VPort to avoid a sudden current, which is
generated by the electric potential difference between these two
device’s ground power, to burn out the VPort’s chips and boards.
Step 4: Connecting motorized PTZ cameras and serial devices
The VPort 364A has an RS-232/422/485 PTZ port with 5-pin terminal
block connector. It can be used for connecting PTZ control cables for
controlling PTZ cameras over the TCP/IP network.
To enable PTZ control, users should configure the PTZ control protocol in
the web-based manager (web console).

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NOTE
The PTZ control protocol is not standardized. To use a particular
PTZ control protocol, the video server must support the driver for
that protocol. Currentl
y, the VPort 364A supports PTZ control
protocol drivers for:
1. Pelco D
2. Pelco P
3. DynaColor DynaDome
4. Cohu
If you need to use a protocol that is not on the list, contact the
manufacturer of the camera to get the PTZ control commands,
and then program its PTZ control using the
VPort 364A
’s Custom
Camera function.
NOTE
The VPort 364A comes with a PTZ driver upload function for
implementing new PTZ drivers. Please contact a Moxa sales
representative if you need assistance from Moxa’s R&D
department to create a new PTZ driver.
NOTE
The “Transparent PTZ Control” function in the camera driver list is
used to transmit the PTZ control signal over a TCP/IP network to
the VPort D361 video decoder or PC (additional driver required).
The PTZ control panel or keyboard can directly control the PTZ
camera or device, eliminating the need for a PTZ camera driver
and allowing the use of PTZ cameras with the VPort encoder.
Step 5: Configure the VPort 364A’s IP address
After powering on the VPort 364A, wait a few seconds for the POST
(Power On Self Test) to run. The STAT LED turns green to indicate that the
POST process has completed. The IP address will be assigned when the
10/100 Mbps NETWORK LED blinks. The IP address assigned after the
POST is completed depends on the network environment.
Network Environment with DHCP Server
In this case, the IP address of the VPort 364A is assigned by a DHCP
Server. Use the DHCP Server’s IP address table, or use the Moxa utility to
determine the IP address that was assigned by the DHCP Server.
NOTE
After powering on the VPort 364A, wait a few seconds for the
POST (Power On Self Test) to run. The IP address will be assigned
when the 10/100 Mbps NETWORK LED blinks.
Using the Moxa VPort and EtherDevice Configurator Utility
(edscfgui.exe)
1. Run the edscfgui.exe program to search for the VPort IP video
products and EDS switches. After the Utility window opens, select or
click on Broadcast Search, which is located under the List Server
menu, to initiate a search (note that you can also click on Broadcast
Search icon to initiate a search).
NOTE
You may download the VPort and EtherDevice Configurator
software from Moxa’s website at www.moxa.com.

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2. The Broadcast Search window will show a list of all switches and
VPorts located on the network. The progress of the search will also
be indicated.
3. When the search has ended, the Model Name, MAC address, and IP
address of the EDS switches and VPorts will be listed in the Utility
window.

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NOTE
Broadcast Search can only search for devices connected to the
same LAN subnet as the VPort. If your devices are located on a
different LAN subnet, use th
e “Specify IP Address” function to
search for the device by keying in the IP address.
4. Double click the selected VPort, or use Internet Explorer to access
the VPort’s web-based manager (web console).
Network Environment without a DHCP Server
If your VPort 364A is connected to a network that does not have a DHCP
server, then you will need to configure the IP address manually. The
default IP address of the VPort 364A is 192.168.127.100 and the default
subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. Note that you may need to change your
computer’s IP address and subnet mask so that the computer is on the
same subnet as the VPort.
To change the IP address of the VPort manually, access the VPort’s web
server, and then navigate to the System Configuration Network 
General page to configure the IP address and other network settings.
Select the Use fixed IP address checkbox to ensure that the IP address
you assign is not deleted each time the VPort is restarted.
Step 6: Log on to the VPort 364A web-based manager (web
console)
Type the IP address in the web browser’s address input box and then
press enter.
Step 7: Install the ActiveX Control Plug-in
A security warning message will appear the first time you access the
VPort’s web-based manager. The message is related to installing the
VPort ActiveX Control component to your PC or notebook. Click on Yes to
install this plug-in to enable the ability to view video in the IE web
browser.
NOTE
For Windows XP SP2 or later operating systems, the ActiveX
Control component will be
blocked for system security reasons.
In this case, the VPort’s security warning message window may
not appear. Users should unblock the ActiveX control function or
disable the security configuration to enable the installation of
VPort’s ActiveX Control component.

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Step 8: Accessing the homepage of the VPort 364A’s web-based
manager
After installing the ActiveX Control component, the homepage of the
VPort 364A’s web-based manager will appear. Check the following items
to make sure the system was installed properly:
1. Video Images.
2. Audio Sound (make sure your PC’s or notebook’s sound is turned
on).
3. Video Information.
Step 9: Accessing the VPort’s System Configuration
Click on System Configuration to access the overview of the system
configuration to change the configuration. Model Name, Server Name, IP
Address, MAC Address, Firmware Version, and LED Status appear in the
green bar near the top of the page. Use this information to check the
system information and installation.
For details of each configuration, check the User’s Manual on the software
CD.

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NOTE
After accessing the VPort 364A’s web-based manager,
administrators should access
System configuration > System >
Account
to set up the administrator’s password and enable the
authentication function. The administrator account name is
admin. An authentication window will pop up requesting the
account name and password each time the
VPort 364A is
accessed.