Siemens SISTORE AX8 1000/200 V4.0 User manual

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Digital Video Recorder
SISTORE AX8 1000/200 V4.0
SISTORE AX16 1000/400 V4.0
Installation Manual

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About this document
This document contains instructions for the installation of SISTORE AX8 and
SISTORE AX16.
For information on configuration and operation please refer to the Configuration &
Operation Manual.
NOTE
This document cannot deal with every possible application. Further useful product information as well
as application examples and supplementary information to the manuals can be found on our intranet
website: https://psp.sbt.siemens.com/ (Product Support Platform).
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Contents
1Safety .......................................................................................................5
1.1 Target readers...........................................................................................5
1.2 Work safety information ............................................................................5
1.2.1 Transport...................................................................................................5
1.2.2 Installation .................................................................................................6
1.2.3 Service and maintenance .........................................................................6
1.3 Meaning of the written warning notices ....................................................7
1.4 Meaning of the hazard symbols ................................................................7
2Directives and standards .......................................................................7
3Technical data .........................................................................................8
4Details for ordering .................................................................................9
5Scope of delivery ....................................................................................9
6Installation .............................................................................................10
6.1 Connecting the video input .....................................................................11
6.2 Connecting the loop-through video .........................................................11
6.3 Connecting the monitor...........................................................................11
6.4 Connecting a VGA monitor .....................................................................11
6.5 Connecting Audio In/Out.........................................................................12
6.6 Connecting alarms ..................................................................................12
6.7 Connecting to the RS485 port.................................................................13
6.8 Connecting to the USB ports ..................................................................14
6.9 Connecting to the RS232 port.................................................................14
6.10 Connecting to the network port ...............................................................14
6.11 Factory reset ...........................................................................................15
6.12 Connecting the power cord .....................................................................15
6.13 Connector pin outs..................................................................................16
6.14 Connection diagrams ..............................................................................17
6.14.1 Connecting the remote keyboard CKA4820 and dome cameras
CCDA1415 and CCDA1425/1435...........................................................17
6.14.2 Local control of CCDA and CCDS dome cameras .................................18
6.14.3 Connecting alarm input/output ................................................................19
7Operation ...............................................................................................20
7.1 Turning on the power ..............................................................................20
7.2 Front panel buttons and LEDs ................................................................21
7.3 System setup ..........................................................................................22
8Disposal .................................................................................................22


Safety
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1 Safety
1.1 Target readers
The instructions in this document are designed for the following target readers:
Target readers Qualification Activity Condition of the
product
Installer Technical training for
electrical installations.
Installs the product,
individual components
of the product or
replacement parts.
Components of the
product are not yet
installed or need to be
replaced or modified.
1.2 Work safety information
zRead the general safety precautions before operating the device.
zKeep this document for reference.
zFollow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.
zAlways pass this document on together with the device.
zAny national or local safety standards or laws that apply to the development,
design, installation, operation or disposal of a product must be adhered to in
addition to the instructions in the product documentation.
Radio interference with other devices in the environment
zThis is a Class A device. This equipment may cause radio interference in a
residential installation. In this case the user is encouraged to perform
appropriate measures to correct the interference.
zThe device may be connected only to LAN physically limited solely to interior
rooms of residential, business and commercial areas.
Liability claim
zDo not connect the device if it is damaged or any parts are missing.
zDo not make any changes or modifications to the device unless they are have
been approved by the manufacturer.
zUse only spare parts and accessories that have been approved by the
manufacturer.
1.2.1 Transport
Damage during transport
zDo not expose the device to mechanical vibrations or shocks.
zKeep the packaging material for future transportation.

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1.2.2 Installation
Damage due to unsuitable mounting location
zThe environmental conditions recommended by the manufacturer must be
observed (see Section 3: Technical data).
zDo not operate the device close to sources of powerful electromagnetic
radiation.
zDo not operate the device in dusty places.
zThe device should only be used for indoor applications.
zDo not expose the device to mechanical vibrations or shocks.
zProtect the device against moisture.
Cable damage due to mechanical load
zMake sure that cables are not under stress, kinked or damaged.
Damage to the device due to lack of ventilation
zDo not block or cover the ventilation openings of the device.
zDo not stack several devices on top of each other and do not place any objects
on the device.
Danger of electrical shock due to incorrect connection
zUse the device only in conjunction with a power supply cable that has been
approved in your country and complies with the national standards.
zThis product is designed for TN power systems and for IT power systems in
Norway with 230 V phase-to-phase voltage. Do not connect the device to any
other IT power systems.
Damage to the device due to overvoltage
zConnect the device only to power sources with the specified voltage. Voltage
supply requirements can be found on the type label (see Section 3: Technical
data).
1.2.3 Service and maintenance
Danger of electrical shock during maintenance
zAlways disconnect the power cable and other cables from the main power
supply before performing maintenance.
Danger of electrical shock while cleaning the device
zDisconnect the device from the mains supply before cleaning.
zDo not use liquid cleaners or sprays that contain alcohol, spirit or ammonia.

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1.3 Meaning of the written warning notices
The severity of a hazard is indicated by the following written warning notices.
Signal word Type of risk
CAUTION There is a risk of minor injuries or damage to property.
1.4 Meaning of the hazard symbols
The nature of the hazard is indicated by icons.
Warning of a hazard
2 Directives and standards
This product complies with the requirements of the following European directives.
The EU declaration of conformity is available to the responsible agencies at:
Siemens AG
Siemensallee 84
76181 Karlsruhe
Germany
European Directive 2004/108/EC ”Electromagnetic Compatibility”
Compliance with the European Directive 2004/108/EC has been proven by testing
according to the following standards:
Emitted interference: EN 61000-6-4
EN 55022 Class A
Interference resistance: EN 50130-4
European Directive 2006/95/EEC ”Low-Voltage Directive”
Compliance with the European Directive 2006/95/EEC has been proven by testing
according to the following standard:
Safety: EN 60950-1

Technical data
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3 Technical data
Monitoring
Video inputs Composite: 8/16 looped through, BNC, PAL/NTSC (auto detection)
Video outputs 1 Composite: 1 Video, 1 SPOT
1 VGA: 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024 (60 Hz)
Inputs/Outputs
Audio inputs 4 line level RCA
Audio output 1 line level RCA
Alarm inputs 8/16 TTL (NC or NO), 2.4V (NC) or 0.3V (NO) threshold, 5VDC
Alarm outputs 2 relay outputs, terminal blocks, programmable as NC or NO,
2 A (25 V AC), 1 A (30 V DC)
Alarm reset input 1 TTL, terminal block
Network Ethernet (10/100 BaseT)
Auxiliary inputs/outputs RS232C, RS485, 2 x USB 2.0
Interfaces Front buttons, mouse, remote keyboard
User administration 64 groups, 256 users/groups (access right programmable per group)
Recording/Playback
Compression H.264 technology (video), ADPCM (audio)
Recording speed SISTORE AX8: up to 200 ips (PAL), up to 240 ips (NTSC)
SISTORE AX16:up to 400 ips (PAL), up to 480 ips (NTSC)
Recording resolution CIF, 2CIF, 4CIF
Recording mode Time-Lapse, Event, Pre-Event (up to 30 min), Text-In, Panic
Search mode Date/Time, Calendar, Event, Motion, Museum, Text-In, Record Table
System
Operating system Embedded Linux (built-in flash memory)
Hard disk capacity 1000 GB SATA, extensible with two 250 GB, 500 GB, or 1000 GB SATA
extension kits
Backup recording media* Built-in DVD burner, USB (hard disk drive, flash memory)
Disk management Temperature check, SMART diagnosis, auto database recovery, operation
without hard disk drive, auto deletion

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Specifications
Power requirements 100 – 240 V AC, 1.2 – 0.6 A, 50/60 Hz ± 10 %
Power consumption 45 W (60 W when 3 hard disk drives are installed)
Ambient temperature, operating 5 – 40 °C
Relative humidity 0 – 90 %, no condensation
Version 19-inch rack, 2 rack units
Dimensions (W x H x D) 430 x 88 x 405 mm
Approvals CE, FCC, C-Tick, RoHS
* When installing an internal DVD RW drive, connect the SATA I/O cable to the SATA3 socket.
4 Details for ordering
Type Order No. Designation Weight
SISTORE AX8 1000/200 S54569-C72-B3 SISTORE AX8, 1000 GB, 200 ips 10.2 kg
SISTORE AX16 1000/400 S54569-C92-B3 SISTORE AX16, 1000 GB, 400 ips 10.2 kg
5 Scope of delivery
zDigital video recorder
zPower cord
zCD-ROM including:
Configuration & Operation Manual
Multilingual RAS Software and User Manual
zMultilingual Installation Manual
zRack-mount kit
zAssembly screws for adding hard disk drives
zInfrared remote control

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6 Installation
CAUTION Always disconnect the power cable and other cables from the main power
supply before installing the device.
The diagram below shows a typical DVR installation.
Fig. 1 Typical DVR installation
Fig. 2 16-channel DVR rear panel
1 Video Input 6 RS232C Port
2 Video Loop Through 7 Audio In/Out
3 RS485 Port 8 Video Out
4 Alarm Input/Output 9 Factory Reset Switch
5 Network Port 10 Power Cord Connector

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NOTE
zYour DVR can be used with either PAL or NTSC equipment.
zYou cannot mix PAL and NTSC equipment. For example you cannot use a PAL camera and an
NTSC monitor.
6.1 Connecting the video input
Fig. 3 Video input connectors
Connect the coaxial cables from the video sources to the BNC Video In
connectors.
6.2 Connecting the loop-through video
Fig. 4 Video loop-through connectors
If you would like to connect your video source to another device, you can use the
Loop BNC connectors.
NOTE
The Loop BNC connectors are auto terminated. Do not connect a cable to the Loop BNC unless it is
connected to a terminated device because it will cause poor quality video.
6.3 Connecting the monitor
Fig. 5 Video Out connectors
Connect the main monitor to the Video Out connector.
Connect the spot monitor to the SPOT connector as needed.
6.4 Connecting a VGA monitor
Fig. 6 VGA connector

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A VGA connector is provided so that you can use a standard, multi-sync computer
monitor as your main monitor. Use the cable supplied with your monitor to connect
it to the DVR.
NOTE
The VGA and Video Out (BNC) connectors may be connected to individual monitors for simultaneous
operation.
NOTE
Please note the technical specification for the VGA output in Section 3: Technical data.
6.5 Connecting Audio In/Out
Fig. 7 Audio input/output connectors
Your DVR can record audio from up to four sources. Connect the audio sources to
Audio In 1, Audio In 2, Audio In 3 and Audio In 4 as needed using RCA jacks.
Connect Audio Out to your amplifier.
NOTE
It is the user’s responsibility to determine if local laws and regulations permit recording audio.
NOTE
The DVR does not have amplified audio output, so you will need a speaker with an amplifier. The DVR
does not have a pre-amplifier for audio input, so the audio input should be from an amplified source,
not directly from a microphone.
6.6 Connecting alarms
Fig. 8 Alarm Input connectors
NOTE
To make connections on the Alarm Connector Strip, press and hold the button and insert the wire in
the hole below the button. After releasing the button, tug gently on the wire to make certain it is
connected. To disconnect a wire, press and hold the button above the wire and pull out the wire.
AI 1 to 16 (Alarm-In) You can use external devices to signal the DVR to react to events.
Mechanical or electrical switches can be wired to the AI (Alarm-In) and
GND (Ground) connectors. When the electrical switch is wired, the
threshold voltage for NC (Normally Closed) is above 2.4V and for NO
(Normally Open) is below 0.3 V and should be stable at least 0.5 seconds
to be detected. For further information please refer to the Configuration &
Operation Manual: Section Alarm-In screen.
GND (Ground) Connect the ground side of the alarm input and/or alarm output to the
GND connector.

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NOTE
All the connectors marked GND are common.
Fig. 9 Alarm Output connectors
NC/NO (Relay Alarm-
Outputs)
The DVR can activate external devices such as buzzers or lights. Connect
the device to the C (Common) and NC (Normally Closed) or C and NO
(Normally Open) connectors. NC/NO is a relay output which sinks
2A@125VAC and 1A@30VDC. For further information please refer to the
Configuration & Operation Manual: Section Alarm-Out screen.
Fig. 10 Alarm Reset Input connectors
ARI (Alarm Reset In) An external signal to the Alarm Reset In can be used to reset both the
Alarm Out signal and the DVR’s internal buzzer. Mechanical or electrical
switches can be wired to the ARI (Alarm Reset In) and GND (Ground)
connectors. The threshold voltage is below 0.3V and should be stable at
least 0.5 seconds to be detected. Connect the wires to the ARI (Alarm
Reset In) and GND (Ground) connectors.
6.7 Connecting to the RS485 port
Fig. 11 RS485 connector
The DVR can be controlled remotely by an external device or control system, such
as a control keyboard, using RS485 half-duplex serial communications signals.
The RS485 connector can also be used to control PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras.
Connect TX+/RX+ and TX-/RX- of the control system to the RX+/TX+ and RX-/TX-
(respectively) of the DVR. For further information please refer to the Configuration
& Operation Manual and the PTZ camera or remote keyboard manual for
configuring the RS485 connection.

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6.8 Connecting to the USB ports
Fig. 12 USB connectors
Two USB ports on the front panel are provided to connect external hard disk, CD-
RW or flash drives for video clip copying or system upgrades. Position external
drives close enough to the DVR so that you can make the cable connections,
usually less than 6 feet. Use the USB cable provided with the hard disk drive to
connect it to the DVR.
A USB mouse (not supplied) can be connected to one of the ports. You can use
the mouse to navigate through the screens and menus much like you would on a
computer.
A USB to Serial converter can be connected to the USB port. Multiple text-in
devices can be used with a USB to Serial converter.
6.9 Connecting to the RS232 port
Fig. 13 RS232 connector
An RS232 port is provided to connect a remote control keyboard.
6.10 Connecting to the network port
Fig. 14 Network connector
The DVR can be networked using the 10/100Mb Ethernet connector. Connect a
Cat5 cable with an RJ-45 jack to the DVR connector. The DVR can be networked
with a computer for remote monitoring, searching, configuration and software
upgrades. For further information on configuring the Ethernet connections please
refer to the Configuration & Operation Manual.
NOTE
The Network connecter is not designed to be connected directly with cable or wire intended for
outdoor use.

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6.11 Factory reset
Fig. 15 Factory reset switch
The DVR has a factory reset switch to the left of the VGA connector on the rear
panel. This switch will only be used on the rare occasions that you want to return
all the settings to the original factory settings.
NOTE
When using the Factory Reset, you will lose any settings you have saved.
To reset the unit, you will need a straightened paperclip:
1. Turn the DVR off.
2. Turn it on again.
ÎWhile the DVR is initializing, the front panel LEDs will blink.
3. When the front panel LEDs blink, poke the straightened paperclip in the
unlabeled hole to the left of the Alarm Output connectors.
4. Hold the switch until all the LEDs on the front panel are lit.
NOTE
When the DVR successfully resets to factory defaults all the LEDs on the front panel flash five times.
5. Release the reset switch.
ÎAll of the DVR’s settings are now at the original settings it had when it left the
factory.
6.12 Connecting the power cord
Fig. 16 Power cord connector
Connect the AC power cord to the DVR and then to a wall outlet.
CAUTION
Route power cords so that they are not a tripping hazard. Make certain the
power cord will not be pinched or abraded by furniture. Do not install power
cords under rugs or carpet.
CAUTION
The power cord has a grounding pin. If your power outlet does not have a
grounding pin receptacle, do not modify the plug.
Do not overload the circuit by plugging too many devices in to one circuit.
Your DVR is now ready to operate. For information on configuration and operation
please refer to the Configuration & Operation Manual.

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6.13 Connector pin outs
I/O connector pin outs
AI (1 to 16) Alarm Inputs 1 to 16
GND Chassis Ground (5 connectors)
NC Relay Alarm Outputs (Normally Closed)
NO Relay Alarm Outputs (Normally Open)
C Relay Common
ARI Alarm Reset In
RS485 connector pin outs
Master unit Slave unit
RX+/TX+ JTo JTX+/RX+
RX-/TX- JTo JTX-/RX-
RS232 connector pin outs
Pin 1 DCD (Data Carrier Detect)
Pin 2 RXD (Receive Data)
Pin 3 TXD (Transmit Data)
Pin 4 DTR (Data Terminal Ready)
Pin 5 GND (System Ground)
Pin 6 DSR (Data Set Ready)
Pin 7 RTS (Request To Send)
Pin 8 CTS (Clear To Send)
Pin 9 RI (Ring Indicator)

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6.14 Connection diagrams
6.14.1 Connecting the remote keyboard CKA4820 and dome cameras CCDA1415 and
CCDA1425/1435
Settings on the SISTORE AX
In the “Camera” menu:
– PTZ Device: Siemens CCDA
– ID: #1 … #n
In the menu “RS232/RS485”
RS232 RS485
Baud Rate 19,200 19,200 (CCDA1415)
1200…9600
(CCDA1425/1435)
Parity None None
Data Bit 8 8
Stop Bit 1 1
Usage Remote control PTZ control
Pin out RS232 connection
SISTORE AX: RS 232 CKA4820: RS232 Com 1A
Pin 1 Pin 1
Pin 2 Pin 3
Pin 3 Pin 2
Pin 5 Pin 5
Pin 9 Pin 9
Pin out RS485 connection
SISTORE AX: RS 485 CCDA14xx
Tx + Data +
Tx - Data -
RS485
S
I
S
T
O
RE AX ID #1 RS232
CKA4820
CCDA1415/1425
/
1435
ID #1 ID #n

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6.14.2 Local control of CCDA and CCDS dome cameras
The following commands are supported when controlling CCDA and CCDS dome
cameras locally on the DVR. Select the desired command in the PTZ menu using
either the front panel buttons or a connected USB mouse.
OSD Description
Speed Speed control for Pan/Tilt movements
Set Preset / Preset View Stored, fixed camera position that you can return to by entering
the preset number
Auto panning The dome camera will perform an auto scan operation
Tour Repeat pre-configured sequence of presets that the dome will
move between continuously.
Device menu Open the menu of the dome for configuration
OSD navigation
Once the OSD is displayed on the video output, navigation and parameter setup
can be performed using the following commands:
OSD function PTZ command
OSD up PTZ up
OSD down PTZ down
Select parameter / next page Focus near
Deselect parameter / page back Focus far

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6.14.3 Connecting alarm input/output
Recommended Alarm-In connection
GND
Alarm In
Alarm
Device
Mechanical alarm input device can be used as above, and 5 V TTL logic can also
be used.
NOTE
The threshold voltage of alarm input is below 5 V.
Recommended RELAY Alarm Out connection
Mechanical alarm output device can be used as above. NC/NO is a relay output
which sinks 2A@125VAC and 1A@30VDC.

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7 Operation
7.1 Turning on the power
The SISTORE AX8/AX16 is operational in approximately 60 seconds after the
power cable is connected to the system. The SISTORE AX8/AX16 may be
powered down by selecting Shutdown in the System menu and pressing the
button. When shutting down the DVR, you need to confirm that you want to shut
down the unit. No on/off switch is provided.
Fig. 17 16-channel DVR front panel
1 Power LED 10 Clip Copy Button
2 HDD LED 11 Alarm Button
3 Alarm Out LED 12 Group/Sequence Button
4 Network LED 13 Playback Mode Button
5 Clip Copy LED 14 Menu/Cameo Button
6 Camera Buttons 15 Enter/Pause Button
7 Zoom/PTZ Button 16 Arrow Buttons
8 Panic Button 17 USB Connector
9 Display/SPOT Button
Display Modes
Press the desired camera number button to view the desired camera image, and
press the Display button repeatedly to toggle between different display formats:
4x4, 3x3, 2x2 and PIP.
Recording
Once you have installed the system following the instructions in chapter 6
Installation, it is ready to record. There is no recording button on the front panel to
initiate recording video. The SISTORE AX8/16 will start recording video according
to the schedule configured by the user and from external and internal events such
as alarm input, motion detection or text-in events.
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