Siqura S-54 E-MC User manual

S-54 E-MC
Firmware Version 3.10
4-channel multicodec video server
User Manual

Note: To ensure proper operation, please read this manual thoroughly before using the
product and retain the information for future reference.
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S-54 E-M v3.10
User Manual v5 (092201-4)
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Contents
1 About his Manual ..................................................................................... 6
2 Safety and compliance information ........................................................... 7
2.1 Safety information ............................................................................... 7
2.2 Declaration of onformity ..................................................................... 9
3 Product Description ................................................................................... 10
3.1 Product Overview ................................................................................ 10
3.2 Front Panel ......................................................................................... 11
4 Installation ............................................................................................... 13
4.1 Powering the Unit ................................................................................ 13
4.2 onnecting ables ............................................................................... 13
4.3 Startup .............................................................................................. 14
4.4 onnector Pin Assignments ................................................................... 14
4.5 Updating Device Definitions ................................................................... 15
5 Connections .............................................................................................. 16
5.1 Establishing a Network onnection ......................................................... 16
5.2 Making Video and Data onnections ....................................................... 17
6 Interfaces ................................................................................................. 20
6.1 Open Streaming Architecture (OSA) ....................................................... 20
6.2 Web User Interface .............................................................................. 20
6.3 MX/IP ................................................................................................ 20
6.4 SNMP ................................................................................................. 21
6.5 SAP ................................................................................................... 21
7 Media Streaming via R SP ......................................................................... 22
7.1 RTSP and RTP ..................................................................................... 22
7.2 Transfer via UDP or T P ....................................................................... 23
8 Accessing the Internal Web Server ........................................................... 24
8.1 System Requirements .......................................................................... 24
8.2 Login Procedure ................................................................................... 24
9 Web Page Features ................................................................................... 26
10 Working with the Web Pages .................................................................... 28
10.1 Live Video ........................................................................................... 28
10.1.1 Matrix mode .................................................................................... 29
10.1.2 Maximized mode .............................................................................. 30
10.1.3 PTZ camera control via your browser .................................................. 31
10.2 Status ................................................................................................ 33
10.2.1 Status tab ....................................................................................... 33
10.2.2 Measurements tab ........................................................................... 3
10.3 Network ............................................................................................. 34
10.3.1 Advanced Settings ........................................................................... 35
10.4 Video # .............................................................................................. 36
10. .1 General tab ..................................................................................... 37
10. .2 Encoder # tab ................................................................................. 39
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10.4.2.1 Notes ...................................................................................... 42
10.4.2.2 Making a Video onnection ......................................................... 42
10.4.2.3 Advanced Settings .................................................................... 44
10.4.2.4 Meta data insertion ................................................................... 51
10.4.2.5 Notes ...................................................................................... 54
10. .3 Live View tab .................................................................................. 56
10.4.3.1 Advanced Settings .................................................................... 57
10. . OSD tab ......................................................................................... 58
10.4.4.1 Text tab ................................................................................... 59
10.4.4.2 Graphics tab ............................................................................. 61
10. .5 VMD tab ......................................................................................... 63
10.4.5.1 VMD startup ............................................................................. 63
10.4.5.2 VMD onfiguration 1: Detection Parameters ................................. 64
10.4.5.3 VMD onfiguration 2: Setting the mask ........................................ 64
10.4.5.4 VMD detection window ............................................................... 66
10.4.5.5 VMD alarm ............................................................................... 66
10.4.5.6 Advanced Settings .................................................................... 66
10. .6 FTP Push tab ................................................................................... 69
10. .7 Image Quality tab ............................................................................ 72
10.4.7.1 Enabling the Image Quality Monitor ............................................. 73
10.4.7.2 Dial legend ............................................................................... 74
10.4.7.3 Measurements configuration ....................................................... 76
10.4.7.4 Region of Interest (ROI) ............................................................ 78
10. .8 Tampering Detector tab .................................................................... 79
10.4.8.1 Enabling the Tampering Detector ................................................ 80
10.4.8.2 Reference images ..................................................................... 80
10.4.8.3 Position measurement ............................................................... 83
10.4.8.4 Alarms .................................................................................... 83
10.5 Data RS-422/485 ................................................................................ 85
10.5.1 Advanced Settings ........................................................................... 88
10.6 PTZ ................................................................................................... 91
10.6.1 Enabling PTZ camera control ............................................................. 91
10.6.2 Uploading/Removing PTZ drivers ....................................................... 92
10.6.3 Data settings .................................................................................. 92
10.7 Event Management .............................................................................. 93
10.8 Device Management ............................................................................. 94
10.8.1 General tab ..................................................................................... 9
10.8.1.1 Advanced Settings .................................................................... 94
10.8.2 SNMP tab ....................................................................................... 95
10.8.3 MX tab ........................................................................................... 96
10.8. Auto Discovery tab ........................................................................... 97
10.8.5 Firmware tab ................................................................................... 99
10.8.6 Reboot tab ...................................................................................... 101
10.9 User Management ................................................................................ 101
10.9.1 Web Access tab ............................................................................... 102
10.9.2 Linux tab ........................................................................................ 103
10.10 Date and Time .................................................................................... 104
10.10.1 Advanced Settings ........................................................................... 105
11 Multicasting, Multi-Unicasting, and Port Numbers ..................................... 106
11.1 Multicasting ........................................................................................ 106
11.2 Multi-Unicasting .................................................................................. 107
11.3 Port Numbers ...................................................................................... 107
12 Appendix: Enabling JavaScript .................................................................. 109
ontents
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13 Appendix: Video Player Plug-In Installation .............................................. 110
13.1 QuickTime .......................................................................................... 110
13.2 VL ................................................................................................... 110
ontents
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1 About This Manual
Document scope
This manual applies to S-54 E-M v3.10, TKH Security's 4-channel multicodec video server.
It offers detailed information on:
● How to install the unit
● How to establish connections
● How to communicate with the unit
● How to operate the unit
● How to configure the unit's settings
Intended audience
This manual is aimed at network engineers, technicians, and operators involved in the
installation and operation of network devices, such as the S-54 E-M .
Assumed skills and kno -ho
To work with a S-54 E-M unit, a technician or operator must have adequate knowledge and
skills in the fields of:
● Installing electronic devices
● Ethernet network technologies and Internet Protocol (IP)
● Windows environments
● Web browsers
● Video, audio, data, and contact closure transmissions
● Video compression methods
Specifications
The information given in this manual was current when published. Siqura reserves the right to
revise and improve its products. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Important information
Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual.
Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, if necessary, warranty
service. When unpacking your product, check for missing or damaged items. If any item is
missing, or if damage is evident, do not install or operate this product. ontact your supplier
for assistance.
Ackno ledgement
S-54 E-M units use the open-source Free Type font-rendering library.
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2 Safety and compliance information
This chapter contains the S-54 E-M safety instructions and compliance information.
In This Chapter
2.1 Safety information.................................................................................................. 7
2.2 Declaration of onformity........................................................................................ 9
2.1 Safety information
General
The safety information contained in this section, and on other pages of this manual, must be
observed whenever this unit is operated, serviced, or repaired. Failure to comply with any
precaution, warning, or instruction noted in the manual is in violation of the standards of
design, manufacture, and intended use of the module. Siqura assumes no liability for the
customer's failure to comply with any of these safety requirements.
Trained Personnel
Installation, adjustment, maintenance, and repair of this equipment are to be performed by
trained personnel aware of the hazards involved. For correct and safe use of the equipment
and in order to keep the equipment in a safe condition, it is essential that both operating and
servicing personnel follow standard safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions
and warnings specified in this manual, and that this unit be installed in locations accessible to
trained service personnel only.
Safety requirements
The equipment described in this manual has been designed and tested according to the
UL/IEC/EN 60950-1 safety requirements. For compliance information, see the EU
Declaration of onformity, which is available for download at www.tkhsecurity.com/support-
files.
Warning: If there is any doubt regarding the safety of the equipment, do not put it into
operation.
This might be the case when the equipment shows physical damage or is stressed beyond
tolerable limits (for example, during storage and transportation).
Important: Before opening the equipment, disconnect it from all power sources.
The equipment must be powered by a SELV1 power supply. This is equivalent to a Limited
Power source (LPS, see UL/IE /EN 60950-1 clause 2.5) or a "NE lass 2" power supply.
When this module is operated in extremely elevated temperature conditions, it is possible for
internal and external metal surfaces to become extremely hot.
1. SELV: conforming to IEC 60950-1, <60 Vdc output, output voltage galvanically isolated
from mains. All power supplies or power supply cabinets available from TKH Security comply
with these SELV requirements.
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Optical Safety (S-54 E-MC /SFP)
This optical equipment contains lass 1M lasers or LEDs and has been designed and tested to
meet IEC 60825-1:1993+A1+A2 and IEC 60825-2:2004 safety class 1M requirements.
Warning: Optical equipment presents potential hazards to testing and servicing personnel,
owing to high levels of optical radiation.
When using magnifying optical instruments, avoid looking directly into the output of an
operating transmitter or into the end of a fiber connected to an operating transmitter, or there
will be a risk of permanent eye damage. Precautions should be taken to prevent exposure to
optical radiation when the unit is removed from its enclosure or when the fiber is disconnected
from the unit. The optical radiation is invisible to the eye.
Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
The installer is responsible for ensuring that the label depicted below (background: yellow;
border and text: black) is present in the restricted locations where this equipment is installed.
EMC
Warning: Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio
interference.
This device has been tested and found to meet the E regulations relating to EM and
complies with the limits for a lass A device, pursuant to Part 15 of the F rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
interference to radio communications in any installation. The equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy; improper use or special circumstances may cause
interference to other equipment or a performance decrease due to interference radiated by
other equipment. In such cases, the user will have to take appropriate measures to reduce
such interactions between this and other equipment.
Note that the warning above does not apply to TKH Security products which comply with the
limits for a lass B device. For product-specific details, refer to the EU Declaration of
onformity.
Any interruption of the shielding inside or outside the equipment could make the equipment
more prone to fail EMC requirements.
To ensure EM compliance of the equipment, use shielded cables for all signal cables including
Ethernet, such as AT5E SF/UTP or better, as defined in ISO IE 11801. For power cables,
unshielded three wire cable (2p + PE) is acceptable Ensure that all electrically connected
components are carefully earthed and protected against surges (high voltage transients
caused by switching or lightning).
ESD
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components. Proper
precautions should be taken against ESD when opening the equipment.
Safety and compliance information
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Care and Maintenance
The encoder will normally need no maintenance. In order to keep the module operating
reliably, please observe the following.
● Prevent dust from collecting on the module.
● Do not expose the equipment to moisture.
● Keep the module within the appropriate temperature range as given in the Technical
Specifications of this product (see datasheet).
RoHS
Global concerns over the health and environmental risks associated with the
use of certain environmentally-sensitive materials in electronic products have
led the European Union (EU) to enact the Directive on the Restriction of the
use of certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) (2011/65/EU). TKH Security
offers products that comply with the EU’s RoHS Directive.
Product Disposal
The unit contains valuable materials which qualify for recycling. In the
interest of protecting the natural environment, properly recycling the unit at
the end of its service life is imperative.
When processing the printed circuit board, dismantling the lithium battery
calls for special attention. This kind of battery, a button cell type, contains so
little lithium, that it will never be classified as reactive hazardous waste. It is
safe for normal disposal, as required for batteries by your local authority.
2.2 Declaration of Conformity
The EU Declaration of onformity for this product is available for download at
www.tkhsecurity.com/support-files.
Safety and compliance information
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3 Product Description
The S-54 E-M multicodec video server is an open and versatile 4-channel solution for IP
video monitoring applications, made to operate under extreme outdoor conditions. This
chapter introduces the unit to you by outlining its main features.
In This Chapter
3.1 Product Overview..................................................................................................10
3.2 Front Panel.......................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Product Overvie
General
The S-54 E-M is a field-hardened 4-channel video server for IP applications, capable of
streaming MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and MJPEG simultaneously. In addition to unidirectional video,
the S-54 E-M offers an independent bidirectional data channel.
Models
The S-54 E-M can be housed in an M 10 or M 11 power supply cabinet, but is also
available as a stand-alone module (/SA version). The S-54 E-M is optionally available with a
pluggable SFP slot for connections via a fiber optic cable (/SFP). A range of multimode or
single-mode XSNet™ SFP devices fit the empty SFP slot. Front panel LEDs indicate network
status, stream status (sync), data activity, no video, and D power. All models have backup
battery power for their clocks.
Multicodec and multistreaming
The S-54 E-M is capable of streaming MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and MJPEG simultaneously. Each
stream is optimized for its purpose (for instance, high-quality MPEG-2 for live viewing, low-
bandwidth MPEG-4 for storage, and low-resolution MJPEG for web applications and remote
devices). A total of six copies per channel – three per independent MPEG-2, MPEG-4, or
MJPEG video stream – can be transmitted to different unicast and/or multicast destinations
using TKH Security's proprietary MX protocol. The S-54 E-M supports source-specific
multicast (SSM). Up to forty streams can be retrieved using RTSP. It is also possible to use
the Session Announcement Protocol (SAP) to transmit MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 streams to
multicast destinations.
Per channel, the S-54 E-M also has a Live View Encoder that can convert the analog video
input signal to MJPEG format for streaming to web applications or remote devices using HTTP
pull method.
Data
By combining streaming video with serial data over IP, the S-54 E-M provides the necessary
interface for any TV application (PTZ control, access control, etc.). Internal Video Motion
Detection can be used for automated security solutions or event-triggered storage.
Web interface
onfiguration, management, and live viewing are simplified by the access-controlled web
interface. Full in-band control is available through the MX™ onfiguration Tool Kit or the HTTP
API. The S-54 E-M is field-upgradeable.
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Image quality monitoring and tampering detection
The S-54 E-M 's built-in image quality monitoring and tampering detection functionality can
raise an alert when a camera no longer produces a usable picture, when it is blocked, or when
the camera position has changed.
Video Motion Detection (VMD)
The S-54 E-M is fitted with a motion detector, which will raise an event when a certain
amount of motion is detected in a predefined area in the image. The motion detector runs
real-time on the live images; the detection itself is based on ‘averaged pixel change’. The
region of interest (ROI) is obtained by masking the parts of the image of less or no interest,
such as trees or a fountain which would otherwise trigger false events. The mask can be
drawn freely over the image.
FTP Push
On the occurrence of an event the S-54 E-M can post a JPG image on a remote server. The
unit pushes the image to one or two FTP servers. The event can be triggered externally, by
VMD, the Image Quality Monitor, Tampering Detector, etc., or the S-54 E-M can periodically
upload images to the remote server(s).
Compatibility
The S-54 E-M is part of a complete offering of video surveillance equipment and solutions.
TKH Security offers video codecs/servers, IP cameras, video management, network storage,
and configuration software. The S-54 E-M is designed to comply with the worldwide adopted
standards for streaming video. Its Open Streaming Architecture (OSA) offers standardised
streaming video and remote control. All streaming protocols are based on approved standards
and tested with different vendors. A comprehensive HTTP API gives access to all controls and
makes integration with third-party VMS easy. The API is available at www.tkhsecurity.com/
support-files. In addition, the S-54 E-M supports TKH Security’s unique MX™ protocol.
3.2 Front Panel
Features and indications
The front panel of the S-54 E-M has the following features.
Product Description
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S-54 E
4 BN connectors video input
RJ-45 socket
or SFP
Ethernet I/O, electrical
or fiber
DA A 5-pin mini
ombicon
connector
RS-422/485 data in/out
(upper), out (lower)
Status indicator LEDs
*SYNC off all streams disabled
green all enabled streams OK
red a transmitted stream fails
yellow a received stream fails
red/yellow blink at least one transmitted and
at least one received stream
fail
*DC green D power OK; blinks on
identification (see
"Advanced Settings" on
page 94) and errors
*NV red no video on input
Ethern
et
socket
s LEDs
green/yellow Green on/off: 100/10 Mbit
Yellow on/blink: link OK,
active
Yellow off/flash: link down,
TX attempt
S-5 E-MC front panel features and indications
For pin assignments, see onnector Pin Assignments ( on page 14).
Product Description
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4 Installation
This chapter describes how to install your S-54 E-M unit and connect power, network, and
signal cables.
In This Chapter
4.1 Powering the Unit................................................................................................. 13
4.2 onnecting ables.................................................................................................13
4.3 Startup................................................................................................................14
4.4 onnector Pin Assignments.................................................................................... 14
4.5 Updating Device Definitions....................................................................................15
4.1 Po ering the Unit
To po er a rack-mount unit
1 Insert the S-54 E-M into an M 10 or M 11 power supply cabinet.
2 Plug the cabinet power cord into a grounded mains socket.
To po er a stand-alone unit
A stand-alone (/SA) S-54 E-M requires an external power supply adapter (12 Vdc).
1 onnect the power adapter to the power connector on the metal SA housing.
2 Plug the power adapter into a grounded mains socket.
4.2 Connecting Cables
To connect the S-54 E-MC to your 100/10Mbit IP/Ethernet net ork
● Plug the network cable into the RJ-45 Ethernet socket on the front panel.
Important: Use appropriate cabling ( at 5 or at 6) for network links.
To connect a video source
● onnect the coaxial cable from your video source (a camera, for example) to the video
input BN connector on the front panel.
To connect data sources/destinations
● Plug the cable carrying the data signals into the RJ-45 DATA socket on the front panel.
Important: Through-connecting the signal ground lines of RS-data interfaces is mandatory,
as is proper grounding. See also Connector pin assignments in this chapter.
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4.3 Startup
After startup, the D LED will light and the network indicator lights will go through an on/off
sequence.
The power D LED should always be lit; the link and No Video lights will eventually glow upon
establishing of a good network link and the absence of an input video signal, respectively.
The sync LED displays as described in the Front Panel section.
Important: Before any signal connection can be made, at least a valid IP address (the unit's
identity for the network) and a subnet mask must be assigned to the unit. Refer to the
Connections chapter for details on how this can be done.
4.4 Connector Pin Assignments
Mini Combicon connector pin assignments
orrectly connecting the + and - inputs and outputs on the S-54 E-M 's green mini ombicon
connector to the inputs and outputs on other equipment such as cameras, for example,
requires special attention!
Warning: Do not reverse the wires. Make sure you connect the ‘plus’ signal lines on the
codec to the like ‘plus’ signal lines on the other device, and likewise for the ‘negative’ to
‘negative’ signals.
Do not forget to connect ground!
Top to bottom
Pin 1 RS-485-4w/422 in + RS-485-2w in/out +
Pin 2 RS-485-4w/422 in - RS-485-2w in/out -
Pin 3 RS-485-4w/422 out +
Pin 4 RS-485-4w/422 out -
Pin 5 GND GND
Pin assignments of the mini Combicon data connector
Ethernet connector pin assignment
Ethernet connector socket pinning
Installation
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4.5 Updating Device Definitions
If the S-54 E-M is not supported by the TKH Security application software on your host P
you can download EMX updates and MX Plug-in updates at www.tkhsecurity.com/support-
files. Install the EMX update first if you are performing both update types.
Note: There is no need to install these updates if you do not use MX applications.
●EMX updates
Install the EMX update. The Embedded MX network driver will be updated with the latest
changes.
●MX Plug-in updates
The updater will update the shared copy of device definitions used by Ethernet-based TKH
Security MX applications. An existing installation of the SNM onfiguration and Service
Tool will also be updated.
Installation
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5 Connections
In This Chapter
5.1 Establishing a Network onnection.......................................................................... 16
5.2 Making Video and Data onnections........................................................................ 17
5.1 Establishing a Net ork Connection
The factory-set IP address of the S-54 E-M is in the 10.x.x.x range. You will find it printed on
a sticker on the unit.
S-5 E-MC product sticker
Note: This is the address the unit will revert to if you issue a Reset to factory settings; incl.
network settings (see "" on page 101) command and reboot the unit.
To open communication with the S-54 E-M from a host P and change the unit's network
settings, perform the following steps.
Step 1: Set the P 's network adapter to the unit's factory default subnet and
connect the two devices.
Step 2: Access the unit from a web browser or other tool installed on the P .
Step 3: Set the unit's IP address and subnet mask to the subnet it will be used in
and reboot the unit.
To address the unit from the same P again, configure the P 's network adapter once more to
assign the P to the same subnet as the unit.
Step 1: Setting the host PC to the factory default subnet of the unit
To configure the net ork adapter on the host PC
1 In the ontrol Panel, open Network Connections.
2 Right-click the connection to be configured, and select Properties.
3 In the items list, select Internet Protocol ( CP/IP).
4 lick Properties.
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5 In the Internet Protocol (T P/IP) Properties dialog, click Use the following IP
address.
6 Enter an IP address that will assign your P to the same subnet as the unit (i.e., within
the 10.x.x.x range). Use 255.0.0.0 as a subnet mask.
Important: To prevent conflicts, be sure to choose a unique IP address. No two
devices on a network can have the same IP address.
7 To apply the new settings, click OK, and then click Close.
Opening IP settings on the host PC Changing host PC IP settings to the factory-default
settings of the unit
At this point, connect your P to the S-54 E-M . You can connect them directly using a
crossover cable, or connect both to a switch.
Step 2: Accessing the unit
Using a standard web browser you can now log on to the S-54 E-M 's internal web server.
Step 3: Changing the unit's net ork settings
The Network web page enables you to make the unit's network addressing compatible with
the network it will be hooked into. You can set a fixed IP address or have the IP address
assigned by a DH P server. In the latter case, open the Advanced Settings and enable DH P.
Do not forget to save and reboot the unit after changing the settings.
5.2 Making Video and Data Connections
Connection methods
With the S-54 E-M ’s IP connection established, video and data connections can be made. A
convenient way to do so is to use the unit’s internal web pages. For an elaborate description,
see the Working with the Web Pages chapter. Separate application software, such as MX
onfiguration Tool, can be used as well. The easiest way to connect with video is by using
RTSP or SAP; for more detailed information, refer to the Interfaces chapter.
onnections
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Streams and connectors
Each signal stream transmitted and received by the S-54 E-M (see the figure below) can be
conceived of as using virtual connectors (transmitters and receivers) on the network side.
Each of the unit's virtual connectors has a name; through the internal web pages, the
receivers can be assigned a port number that must be used only once for that particular
device. Depending on context, the assignment is automatic or manual. Note that port
numbers must be even.
Link facilities of the S-5 E-MC.
All arrows represent separate and independent connections over Ethernet.
The abbreviations ‘tx’ and rx’ refer to the network side of the module.
- tx: the stream is transmitted to the network
- rx: the stream is received from the network
General procedure for making links
In both connection methods mentioned above, making a unicast one-way video or data link
from source to destination entails at least the following steps:
● In the transmitter, specify a destination IP address and a destination port number.
● In a compatible receiver, specify the transmitter IP address (source) and the local input
port number (= the destination port number mentioned above).
● Do not forget to enable both the transmitter and the receiver.
It is possible for external software to configure a stream, for instance a video stream. In such
cases, port numbers are assigned automatically from a range of unused values.
onnections
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For more information on port numbers, see Port Numbers ( on page 107).
onnections
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6 Interfaces
A variety of methods can be employed to communicate with the S-54 E-M . This chapter
outlines the interfaces you can use to control the unit and manage the media streams it is
handling.
In This Chapter
6.1 Open Streaming Architecture (OSA)........................................................................ 20
6.2 Web User Interface............................................................................................... 20
6.3 MX/IP..................................................................................................................20
6.4 SNMP.................................................................................................................. 21
6.5 SAP.....................................................................................................................21
6.1 Open Streaming Architecture (OSA)
TKH Security's Open Streaming Architecture (OSA) consists of a standard set of open
communication protocols to govern media streaming via RTSP and equipment management
via HTTP. The SPI API enables easy integration of the S-54 E-M with third-party products.
The protocol consists mainly of different GI ( ommon Gateway Interface) program calls for
listing and configuring parameters. For detailed information, refer to the SPI specification. You
can download this HTTP API specification at www.tkhsecurity.com/support-files.
6.2 Web User Interface
Using the S-54 E-M 's internal web server is the most straightforward way to access the unit.
The S-54 E-M 's web pages enable you to configure the unit's settings and view live video
images from a standard web browser, eliminating the need for a separate application
program.
6.3 MX/IP
MX/IP, a proprietary TKH Security protocol, offers direct access to the unit's settings
contained in the Management Information Base (MIB), a list of variables stored inside the
unit. The MIB can be read and/or written with special MX software. MX Configuration Tool, for
example, offers full control of the S-54 E-M through the MIB, enabling you to remotely
configure device settings and manage media streams. For more details on the MX/IP protocol,
the MIB and TKH Security's EMX network service, refer to the manuals documenting the MX
Software Development Kit and MX onfiguration Tool..
Note: If you prefer using open standards, you can go to the unit's Device Management web
page and disable the MX/IP protocol on the MX tab of this page. Be aware that doing so
prevents you from upgrading the firmware through MX Firmware Upgrade Tool.
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