Rutter VDR-100G2S User manual

VDR-100G2/G2S Data Recovery
User Manual
RUT-UM-02-003 Rev.1.9
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Rutter Technologies Inc.
VDR-100G2/G2S Data Recovery
User Manual
RUT-UM-02-003 Rev.1.9
Revision Issue Date: March 21, 2008
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Table of Contents
1Introduction................................................................................... 1
2Client PC Download – Retrieval Method No1................................. 3
2.1 Installation of Download Software on Client PC............................................................ 4
2.2 Connecting to the VDR.................................................................................................. 5
2.3 Starting the Download Process..................................................................................... 5
2.4 Download Current Data Set .......................................................................................... 6
2.5 Download Secured Data Set......................................................................................... 7
2.6 Extended NMEA Download........................................................................................... 9
2.7 Complete vs. Partial Download ..................................................................................... 9
2.8 Error Log and Battery Log........................................................................................... 10
2.9 Disconnecting from the VDR....................................................................................... 10
3RSM - USB Memory Stick – Retrieval Method No2....................... 11
3.1 Copying Data to RSM/USB Memory Stick .................................................................. 12
3.1.1 Copy Current Data............................................................................................... 13
3.1.2 Copying Secured Data ........................................................................................ 13
3.1.3 Copying Extended NMEA Data ........................................................................... 14
3.1.4 Disconnecting the RSM....................................................................................... 14
3.2 Connecting Client PC to RSM ..................................................................................... 15
4FRM/SFRM Download – Retrieval Method No3............................ 17
4.1 Damage to Ship and Minor Damage to FRM/SFRM................................................... 17
4.1.1 Downloading FRM/SFRM Data Directly to the VDR-100G2 ............................... 17
4.1.2 Downloading FRM/SFRM Data Directly to the Playback/Client PC.................... 24
4.2 No VDR Communications with FRM/SFRM................................................................ 25
4.2.1 Connecting to a Rutter FRM (RUT-02447) Fixed Capsule or L3 HVR/SVR Fixed
FRM/SFRM Capsule ........................................................................................................... 25
4.2.2 Connecting to a Rutter-ACR Float-Free SFRM Capsule .................................... 26
4.2.3 Connecting to a Jotron Float-Free SFRM Capsule ............................................. 26
4.2.4 Installing the FRM Download Application............................................................ 26
4.2.5 Copy VDRParams.ini........................................................................................... 29
4.2.6 Setting the Client PC IP Address ........................................................................ 29
4.2.7 Downloading Data Using the FRM Download Application .................................. 30
4.2.8 Jotron Float-Free SFRM Capsule (pre 4.07.00).................................................. 34
4.3 Damage to Ship and Severe Damage to FRM/SFRM ................................................ 34
5Operation & Alarm Unit – Operating Guide.................................. 36
5.1 Securing Data.............................................................................................................. 36
5.2 Viewing Secured Data................................................................................................. 37
5.3 Securing Data to the USB Memory Stick / RSM ......................................................... 37
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5.4 Muting Audible Alarm .................................................................................................. 37
5.5 Dimming the Display ................................................................................................... 37
5.6 Test Screen ................................................................................................................. 37
5.7 Alarm Code Description .............................................................................................. 38
6Playback Software........................................................................ 40
6.1 Playback Installation – Client/Standalone PC............................................................. 40
6.2 Starting the Playback Application................................................................................ 41
6.2.1 Configuration File ................................................................................................ 42
6.3 Choosing Data for Playback........................................................................................ 42
6.3.1 Unarchive Extracted Data.................................................................................... 43
6.4 Enabling Ethernet Broadcasts..................................................................................... 44
6.5 Starting the Playback .................................................................................................. 44
6.6 Passwords................................................................................................................... 45
6.7 Playback Controls ....................................................................................................... 45
6.8 Audio Volume & Channel Selection ............................................................................ 46
6.9 Conning Tab Screen ................................................................................................... 48
6.9.1 Depth Graph ........................................................................................................ 48
6.9.2 Wind Information ................................................................................................. 48
6.10 AIS Playback Tab Screen ........................................................................................... 51
6.10.1 Targets................................................................................................................. 51
6.10.2 View Settings....................................................................................................... 52
6.10.3 GuardZone .......................................................................................................... 53
6.11 Fire Doors Tab Screen................................................................................................ 54
6.12 Water Doors Tab Screen............................................................................................. 54
6.13 Hull Openings Tab Screen .......................................................................................... 55
6.14 Log Tab Screen........................................................................................................... 55
6.15 Alarms Tab Screen...................................................................................................... 56
6.16 Data Extraction............................................................................................................ 56
6.16.1 Open Extraction Window..................................................................................... 56
6.16.2 Selecting Data for Extraction............................................................................... 57
6.17 Closing the Application................................................................................................ 57
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Table of Figures
Figure 2-1 - Establishing TCP/IP Address....................................................................................... 4
Figure 2-2 - VDR Data Port ............................................................................................................. 5
Figure 2-3 - Download Software Main Screen ................................................................................ 5
Figure 2-4 - Download Controls Menu ............................................................................................ 6
Figure 2-5 - Download Settings Window ......................................................................................... 6
Figure 2-6 - Sample Download Directory ........................................................................................ 7
Figure 2-7 - Download Secured Datasets ....................................................................................... 7
Figure 2-8 - Partial Download Window............................................................................................ 8
Figure 2-9 - Confirm Download Settings ......................................................................................... 8
Figure 2-10 - Completed Download................................................................................................. 9
Figure 3-1 - Rear View of RSM Unit.............................................................................................. 14
Figure 4-1 – VDR FRM Download Application .............................................................................. 18
Figure 4-2 – Download Wizard FRM Setup Page ......................................................................... 19
Figure 4-3 - Download Wizard FRM Connection Settings Page ................................................... 19
Figure 4-4 - Download Wizard Data Management Page............................................................... 20
Figure 4-5 – Download in Progress............................................................................................... 20
Figure 4-6 – Download Complete................................................................................................. 21
Figure 4-7- Establishing TCP/IP Address...................................................................................... 22
Figure 4-8 - VDR Data Port ........................................................................................................... 23
Figure 4-9 – Mapping the Secured Data Drive.............................................................................. 23
Figure 4-10 – Enter Password and User name............................................................................. 24
Figure 4-11 – The Mapped Secured Data Drive ........................................................................... 24
Figure 4-12 - RJ45 Connector....................................................................................................... 25
Figure 4-13 – Client PC to Rutter-ACR Float-Free SFRM Capsule Connectivity ......................... 26
Figure 4-14 – Installation Executable File ..................................................................................... 26
Figure 4-15 – Setup Wizard Welcome Page ................................................................................. 27
Figure 4-16 - Setup Wizard Component Selection Page .............................................................. 27
Figure 4-17 – Setup Wizard Install Location Page....................................................................... 28
Figure 4-18 – Installing the Application Files................................................................................. 28
Figure 4-19 – Setup Completed .................................................................................................... 29
Figure 4-20 – TCP/IP Configuration .............................................................................................. 30
Figure 4-21 – VDR FRM Download Application............................................................................ 30
Figure 4-22 – Download Wizard FRM Setup Page ....................................................................... 31
Figure 4-23 – Download Wizard FRM Connection Settings Page ................................................ 31
Figure 4-24 – Download Wizard Data Management Page........................................................... 32
Figure 4-25 – Download in Progress............................................................................................. 33
Figure 4-26 – Download Complete................................................................................................ 33
Figure 5-1 – OAU Menu Pad......................................................................................................... 36
Figure 6-1 – Installation Executable File ....................................................................................... 40
Figure 6-2 – Choose Installation Directory .................................................................................... 40
Figure 6-3 – Installing Message Window ...................................................................................... 41
Figure 6-4 – Playback Software .................................................................................................... 41
Figure 6-5 – Configuration File Selection – Menu Item................................................................. 42
Figure 6-6 – Restart Warning ........................................................................................................ 42
Figure 6-7 – Choose a .vdr File..................................................................................................... 43
Figure 6-8 – Unarchive Extracted Data ......................................................................................... 43
Figure 6-9 – Enabling Ethernet Broadcasting ............................................................................... 44
Figure 6-10 – Controls Toolbar...................................................................................................... 44
Figure 6-11 – Choose Start Time For Playback ............................................................................ 45
Figure 6-12 – Change Password................................................................................................... 45
Figure 6-13 – Set Fast Forward Rate............................................................................................ 46
Figure 6-14 – Audio Interface ........................................................................................................ 47
Figure 6-15 – Audio Menu ............................................................................................................. 47
Figure 6-16 – Depth Graph............................................................................................................ 48
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Figure 6-17 – Wind Information..................................................................................................... 48
Figure 6-18 – Sample Propulsion Tab........................................................................................... 49
Figure 6-19 – MultiPilot Tab .......................................................................................................... 50
Figure 6-20 – AIS Playback Tab.................................................................................................... 51
Figure 6-21 – Targets Information Section.................................................................................... 52
Figure 6-22 – View Settings Section ............................................................................................. 52
Figure 6-23 – AIS Display Settings Window.................................................................................. 53
Figure 6-24 – Fire Doors Tab ........................................................................................................ 54
Figure 6-25 – Water Doors Tab..................................................................................................... 54
Figure 6-26 – Hull Openings Tab .................................................................................................. 55
Figure 6-27 – Log Window ............................................................................................................ 55
Figure 6-28 – Data Extraction Option............................................................................................ 56
Figure 6-29 – Data Extraction Window.......................................................................................... 56
Figure 6-30 – Data Stream Options w/ Video Selected................................................................. 57
Table of Tables
Table 3.1 - Data Download: USB Memory Stick vs. RSM............................................................. 11
Table 4.1 - Wiring Diagram for 10BaseT Crossover Cable........................................................... 25
Table 5.1 – Alarm Code Description.............................................................................................. 38
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Manual Notes
VDR-100G2S Reference
Please note that while this manual references the VDR-100G2, it is also applicable to the
Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (VDR-100G2S) unless otherwise stated. The VDR-100G2S
has many similar components to the VDR-100G2, with the following differences:
The Video Module is only required if the vessel’s radar has an available COTS
(commercial off-the-shelf) interface. Therefore, the recording of video data may not be
applicable in some VDR-100G2S installations.
The VDR-100G2S has an accompanying Simplified FRM (SFRM) capsule.
Software Reference
Software procedures in this manual are based upon a PC running a Windows XP operating
system. There may be minor differences depending on the operating system and configuration in
use on the Client PC.
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