Moxa Technologies VPort 461 Series User manual

Moxa Industrial Video Encoder
VPort 461 Series
Quick Installation Guide
First Edition, November 2009
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Overview
The VPort 461 is a 1-channel Industrial Video Encoder with H.264 video
compression. The H.264 algorithm provides the best video quality on the
market today with lower bandwidth requirements than other video compression
standards. In addition, to meet requirements for multiple video streams, the
VPort 461 can provide up to 3 video streams simultaneously with H.264 and
MJPEG compression. Users can use the video streams for different purposes,
such as viewing, recording or analysis. Finally, the industrial-rugged design,
with -40 to 75°C operating temperature, built-in fiber Ethernet ports, IP30 form
factor protection, and industrial certifications, make the VPort 461 suitable for
the harsh environment.
Package Checklist
The VPort 461 ships with the following items:
yVPort 461.
y6-pin terminal block for 1 power input and 2 digital inputs.
y8-pin terminal block for the other power input, and 2 relay outputs.
y5-pin terminal block for the RS-232/422/RS-485 PTZ control port.
yQuick Installation Guide.
yDocument & Software CD (includes User’s Manual, Quick Installation
Guide, Moxa IVN Solution Datasheet and Utility).
yWarranty Card.
Note: If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your
customer service representative for assistance.
NOTE Check the model name on the VPort’s side label to determine if the
model name is correct for your order.
NOTE This product must be installed in compliance with your local laws
and regulations.
Features
High Performance Audio-Video Networking Solution
•Works with NTSC/PAL analog video cameras.
•Supports H.264/MJPEG video compression technologies.
•Up to 3 simultaneous video streams (2 H.264 and 1 MJPEG).
•Lower latency, under 200 ms.
•1 BNC video input.
•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.

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•Supports Modbus/TCP for easy communication with SCADA systems.
•Suppoerts standard RTSP (Real-time streaming protocol) for easy
integration.
•Supports multicast (IGMP) protocols for efficient network transmission.
•Supports QoS (TOS) for priority transmission.
•Supports SNMP V1/V2c/V3 for network management.
•Built-in web server and RS-232 console for remote access and
configuration.
•Supports one SD card slot (SDHC inteface) for local video recording on
the SD card during network interruptions.
•Two auto-sensing 10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet ports.
•Maximum 10 output video streams and 10 client connections.
•Set up video quality in CBR (constant bit rate) or VBR (variable bit rate).
•Supports 1 RS-232/422/485 DB9 COM port for controlling a PTZ
(PAN/TILT/ZOOM) motorized camera or serial device via a TCP/IP
network.
•Supports 1 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 supported.
Rugged Industrial Design
yTwo 12/24 VDC and 24 VAC redundant power inputs with LED indicators
y-40 to 75°C operating temperature for harsh industrial environments
(“T” model)
y35 mm DIN-Rail mounting or panel mounting installation
(with optional accessory)
yIP30 form factor protection
yCE, FCC, UL508 approvals for industrial applications
Intelligent Alarm Trigger Capability
yBuilt-in Video Motion Detection (VMD) (firmware version V2.0 and later)
yEquipped with 2 DIs and 2 relays (DO) for external sensors and alarms.
yPre, trigger, and post alarm snapshot images provided.
ySupports sequential snapshot images
yMessages with snapshot images can be sent via FTP and email.
yCapable of setting an alarm schedule
Video Management and Control
yFree Moxa VPort SDK Plus (software development kits) supported with
flexible interface and sample codes for customized application or system
integration.
yMoxa SoftNVR-IA IP surveillance software supported for the video
recording and management solution.
NOTE VMD alarms are supported by V2.0 firmware version and later

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NOTE If you are interested in the Moxa VPort SDK PLUS, please go to
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,
please go to Moxa’s website (www.moxa.com) to download the
trial version.

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VPort 461 Panel Layout
Front Panel View
Top Panel View
Rear Panel View
18
17
17
RS-232
CONSOLE
1
5
46
3
7
8
11
12
14
13
15
16
9
10
2
1. Grounding screw
2. RS-232 console port
3. Hardware reset button
4. 8-pin terminal block for Relay
1, Relay 2, and power input 1
(PWR1)
5. 6-pin terminal block for DI 1,
DI 2, power input 2 (PWR2)
6. Heat dissipation orifices
7. LEDs for STAT, PWR1,
PWR2, FAULT
8. LEDs for VIDEO, PTZ and SD
9. SD card (SDHC) slot
10. 2 RJ45 10/100BaseTX
Ethernet port with 10 /100
Mbps LED
11. AUDIO OUTPUT port for
external speaker
12. AUDIO INPUT port for mic-in
and line-in connection
13. RS-232/422/485 COM port
with DB9 male connector for
PTZ camera or serial device
control
14. RS-232/422/485 PTZ port
with 5-pin terminal block for
PTZ camera control
15. 1 BNC connector for video
input
16. Model name
17. Screw hole for wall mounting
kit
18. DIN-Rail mounting kit

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First-Time Installation and
Configuration
Before installing the VPort 461, check to make sure that all 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 461 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 461 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 from Moxa EDS switch’s
12-45 VDC power input).
Step 2: Connect the VPort 461 to a Network
The VPort 461 has two auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet ports for
network connectivity. Each has a LED indicator located aside for indicating the
10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Ethernet connections.
NOTE These two Ethernet port can be cascaded in daisy chain link, or
connected to two different switch ports for Ethernet port
redundancy. More than that, they are also switch ports, which
means you can connect a Ethernet device on one of them for saving
the one switch port in the field site.
Step 3: Connect the VPort 461 to cameras and an audio source
The VPort 461 has 1 VIDEO INPUT port. 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 461 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 One VIDEO LED is located on the VPort 461’s front panel to
indicate the video signal transmission status for video input. Check
the LED status to see if the video is working properly.
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.

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Step 4: Connecting motorized PTZ cameras and serial devices
The VPort 461 has two RS-232/422/485 ports. One is a COM PORT with DB9
male connector, and the other is a PTZ PORT with 5-pin terminal block
connector. Both ports can be used for connecting PTZ control cables for
controlling PTZ cameras over the TCP/IP network.
In addition, the DB9 male COM PORT can also be used to connect general
serial devices, such as card readers, for transmitting serial data over a TCP/IP
network. This port can be used to connect serial devices to the VPort
461instead of a video camera.
To enable PTZ control, users should configure the PTZ control protocol in the
web-based manager.
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. Currently, the VPort 461 supports PTZ control
protocol drivers for:
1. Pelco D
2. Pelco P
3. DynaColor DynaDome
4. Yokogawa (Fieldeye)
5. 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 461’s Custom
Camera function.
NOTE The VPort 461 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 461’s IP address
After powering on the VPort 461, 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 461 is assigned by a DHCP Server.
Use the DHCP Server’s IP address table, or use the Moxa VPort utility to
determine the IP address that was assigned by the DHCP Server.

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NOTE After powering on the VPort 461, 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 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.
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.

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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.
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 the “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 461 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 461 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 Æ Network Æ 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 461 web-based manager
Type the IP address in the web browser’s address input box and then press
enter.

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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 AcitveX
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.
Step 8: Accessing the homepage of the VPort 461’s web-based manager
After installing the ActiveX Control component, the homepage of the VPort
461’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.