Samsung SP-D400 User manual

NETWORK VIDEO DECODER
User Manual SPD-400

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problem for free of charge. The warranty period is 3 years. However, the followings are excluded:
•If the system behaves abnormally because you run a program irrelevant to the system operation.
•Deteriorated performance or natural worn-out in process of time
Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
The default password can be exposed to a hacking thread so it is recommended to change the password
after installing the product.
Note that the security and other related issues caused by the unchanged password shall be responsible
for the user.
Network Video Decorder
User Manual

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●OVERVIEW
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety, If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PROCUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT INSERT ANY METALLIC
OBJECT THROUGH THE VENTILATION GRILLS OR OTHER OPENNINGS
ON THE EQUIPMENT.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
EXPLANATION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.

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Class construction
An apparatus with CLASS construction shall be connected to a MAINS
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Battery
Batteries(battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
It is essential that when changing the battery in the unit, the replacement
battery must be of the same type otherwise there may be a possibility of an
explosion.
CALIFORNIA USA ONLY
This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Manganese Dioxide)
Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California USA.
“Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”
CAUTION
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
Please use the input power with just one camera and other devices must not
be connected.

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Please read the following recommend safety precautions carefully.
Do not Place this apparatus on an uneven surface.
Do not install on a surface where it is exposed to direct sunlight, near
heating equipment or heavy cold area.
Do not place this apparatus near conductive material.
Do not attempt to service this apparatus yourself.
Do not place a glass of water on the product.
Do not install near any magnetic sources.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Do not place heavy items on the product.
User’s Manual is a guidance book how to use the products
The meaning of the using sign in the book is following
Reference : In case of providing information for helping of product’s usages
Notice : If there’s any possibility to occur any damages for the goods and
human caused by not following the instruction
Please read this manual for the safety before using of goods and keep it in
the safe place.

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CONTENTS
OVERVIEW
3
3Important Safety Instructions
9Product Features
9Recomended PC Specifications
10 What’s Included
11 At a Glance
INSTALLATION &
CONNECTION
14
14 Connecting with other Device
NETWORK CONNECTION
AND SETUP
19
19 Configuring Network Video Decoder in
LAN Environments
20 Connecting the Network Video
Decoder Directly to DHCP-Based
DSL/Cable Modem
21 Connecting the Network Video
Decoder and Broadband Router that
is Connected to the Cable Modem
22 Buttons used in IP Installer
23 Static IP Setup
27 Dynamic IP Setup
28 Connecting to the Network Device
from a Shared Local PC

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WEB VIEWER
29
29 Accessing the Network Video Decoder
30 Login
SETUP SCREEN
31
31 Setup
31 Audio & Video Setup
39 Network Setup
43 System Setup
APPENDIX
48
48 Specification
50 Product Overview
51 Troubleshooting
52 Open Source Announcement
54 GPL/LGPL Software License

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PRODUCT FEATURES
Supports Multi-format decoding
The network video decoder employs H.264/MPEG-4/MJPEG multi-format decoder to
decode and display up to 4 video streams transferred through network.
Supports Full-HD Video Display
The maximum supported output resolution is 1920x1080, and provides HDMI, VGA and
CVBS (BNC) output ports for display.
Alarm Monitoring
When an event occurs at a network camera or the encoder, the monitoring display switches
to the corresponding video according to the settings.
RECOMENDED PC SPECIFICATIONS
CPU : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 2.00 GHz or higher
Operating System : Windows XP, VISTA, 7
Mac OS
Resolution : 1280X1024 pixels or higher
RAM : 1GB or higher
Web Browser :
Internet Explorer 7.0 or 8.0, Firefox, Chrome, Safari
Video Memory : 128MB or higher

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WHAT’S INCLUDED
Please check if your network video decoder and accessories are all included in the product
package.
Appearance Item Name Quantity Description
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT HDMI VGA
SPD-400 1
User Manual CD 1
Quick Guide 1
ASSY-Tapping Screw 4
Used for installation on the wall

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AT A GLANCE
Front Side
Item Description
AUDIO OUT This port outputs selected audio from the device connected through the
network, according to the settings.
bVIDEO (CVBS) OUT A BNC output port for display.
This port outputs video only if CVBS mode is selected.
cHDMI An HDMI output port for display.
This port outputs video only if HDMI or VGA mode is selected.
VGA A VGA output port for display.
This port outputs video only if HDMI or VGA mode is selected.
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT HDMI VGA

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Rear Side
Item Description
NETWORK Used to connect a LAN cable.
bUSB This function is not currently available.
cI/O Port
RS-485 D+/D- This function is not currently available.
NO1/NO2 Alarm Out (for Normal Open)
CM1/CM2 Alarm Out (for Common)
NC1/NC2 Alarm Out (for Normal Close)
S1 An alarm input sensor port.
GEarth-grounding port for external signal.
RESET
This button initializes network video decoder settings, or selects the monitor
output.
Press and hold for 5 seconds or longer, then the system indicator turns off,
settings are initialized, and will restart.
Press the button for about 1 second, then the MONITOR LED color changes
as the video output mode changes.
MONITOR
POWER
DC 12V
–
+
NETWORK
ACT LINK
USB
NO1 CM1 NC1 NO2 CM2 NC2 G S1 D+ D–
RELAY OUT RS-485SENSOR
RESET

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Item Description
Power,
Monitor LED
MONITOR
Indicates the video output mode.
Green : HDMI or VGA output mode.
Yellow : CVBS output mode.
To change the video output mode, change it in Web
Viewer’s video settings or press the [RESET] button
for about 1 second.
POWER ON : While the power is on.
OFF : If the power is off.
Power Port Used to connect the specified power source.
GND Used for earth-grounding.

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CONNECTING WITH OTHER DEVICE
Connecting Video Out
Connect a monitor to the preferred video output of the network video decoder.
J It outputs video through the port according to the setting configured in the Web Viewer’s “Display
Setup > Monitor”. (Page 37)
When in HDMI or VGA output mode, the display may not render properly if configured resolution is
not supported by the monitor.
Press and hold [RESET] button for about 1 second to change the video output mode.
The MONITOR LED changes its color accordingly.
AUDIO OUT
VGA
VIDEO OUT
HDMI
Network
Amp Speaker
Monitor Monitor Monitor
Camera
Microphone

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Connecting Audio In/Out
1. Connect a microphone to the network camera or encoder, and set Audio setting of
corresponding device to <ON>.
2. Set Network AUDIO SETUP to ON in Video Decoder’s single layout settings, and
select its output from Line Out and HDMI out in Audio Settings. Note that HDMI
OUT for audio output can be selected only when the monitor out is set to HDMI.
3. When using Line Out, connect the speaker’s LINE IN and Network Video Decoder’s
AUDIO OUT terminals.
4. For HDMI output, connect an HDMI monitor to HDMI port.
For HDMI audio output, a monitor with built-in speaker is required.
J There is some possibility that HDMI audio doesn’t work with some specific monitors.

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Ethernet Connection
Connect the Ethernet cable to the local network or to the Internet.
Power Supply
Use the screwdriver to connect each line (+, –) of the power cable to the corresponding
power port of the network encoder.
J Be careful not to reverse the polarity when you connect the power cable.
Please make sure the monitor and network video decoder are turned off when connecting them.
Ethernet Power
MONITOR
POWER
DC 12V
–
+
NETWORK
ACT LINK
USB
NO1 CM1 NC1 NO2 CM2 NC2 G S1 D+ D–
RELAY OUT RS-485SENSOR
RESET

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●INSTALLATION & CONNECTION
Connecting to the I/O port box
Connect the Alarm I/O signal to the corresponding port of the rear port box.
Connecting to the Alarm Input
Connect one signal cable (out of 2) of applicable sensor to the [S1] port, and the other to
the [G] port.
Connecting the Alarm Output
Connect one signal cable (out of 2) of applicable external device to the [RELAY OUT(NC, NO)],
and the other to the [CM] port.
MONITOR
POWER
DC 12V
–
+
NETWORK
ACT LINK
USB
NO1 CM1 NC1 NO2 CM2 NC2 G S1 D+ D–
RELAY OUT RS-485SENSOR
RESET
NO1 CM1 NC1 NO2 CM2 NC2 G S1 D+ D–
RELAY OUT RS-485SENSOR

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Alarm I/O Wiring Diagram
ALARM OUT
NO1
ALARM OUT
NO2
ALARM OUT
NC1
ALARM OUT
NC2
ALARM IN
(12mA sink)
(24VDC 1A,
125VAC 0.5A MAX)
(24VDC 1A,
125VAC 0.5A MAX)
GND
3.3V
ALARM COM
CM1
ALARM COM
CM2
3

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NETWORK CONNECTION AND SETUP
You can configure the Network Video Decoder’s network settings to your preference.
CONFIGURING NETWORK VIDEO DECODER IN LAN
ENVIRONMENTS
Accessing the Network Video Decoder from a PC within the same LAN
1. Launch an Internet browser on the local PC.
2. Enter the IP address of the Network Video Decoder into the browser’s address field.
M 
A remote PC in an external Internet out of the LAN network may not be able to connect to the
network video decoder installed in the intranet if a firewall is set.
In this case, to resolve the problem, contact your network administrator.
 The default IP address is set to 192.168.1.200.
To change the IP address, use the IP Installer.
For further details on IP Installer use, refer to “Static IP Setup”. (Page 23)
network connection and setup
Switch
HUB
AUDIOOUT
VGA
VIDEOOUT
HDMI
Network Video Decoder
Local PC
Firewall Network Camera
DDNS Server
(Data Center, KOREA)
INTERNET
<Local Network>
Network Camera

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network connection and setup
CONNECTING THE NETWORK VIDEO DECODER DIRECTLY
TO DHCP-BASED DSL/CABLE MODEM
1. Use a cross cable to connect a computer and the Network Video Decoder.
2. Run the IP Installer and change the IP address of the Network Video Decoder so
that you can use the web browser on your desktop to connect to the Internet.
3. Access the Network Video Decoder using an Internet browser.
4. Move to [Setup] page.
5. Move to [Network] – [Interface], and set the network type to [DHCP].
6. Connect the Network Video Decoder, which was removed from your PC, directly to
the modem.
7. Restart the Network Video Decoder.
M For setting the network type, refer to “Interface”. (page 39)
AUDIOOUT
VGA
VIDEOOUT
HDMI
Network Video Decoder Network Camera
DDNS Server
(Data Center, KOREA)
DSL/Cable Modem
INTERNET