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Configuration & Operation Guide
TransVu Compact

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Whilst every attempt is made to ensure these manuals are accurate and current, AD Holdings reserve the right to alter
or modify the specication of the machine described herein without prejudice.
Contents
Introduction ............................................. 3
Features .................................................. 4
Important Safeguards .............................. 6
Product Installation .................................. 8
Connections .......................................... 10
Accessing & Conguring the Unit .......... 12
Main Menu ............................................ 14
Navigating The Conguration Menus .... 16
System Settings .................................... 17
Attributes ............................................... 18
Status ................................................... 20
Language .............................................. 25
Time and Date ...................................... 26
Serial Ports ........................................... 27
Power Manager .................................... 28
GPS Settings ......................................... 29
Audio ..................................................... 30
Features ............................................... 31
Maintain ................................................. 36
PowerScript Mgmt ................................. 37
Database ............................................... 38
Console Settings ................................... 39
Viewer Defaults .................................... 40
Display ................................................. 42
Map Cong ............................................ 43
Map Data ............................................... 45
User Accounts ...................................... 46
Camera Settings ................................... 48
Setup ..................................................... 49
Overview ............................................... 54
IP Stream Inputs ................................... 55
Record Settings ..................................... 56
Default ................................................... 57
Prole Record .......................................... 58
JPEG Pre Trigger ...................................... 62
Protect Video ........................................ 63
AoE Setup ............................................. 64
Schedule ............................................... 65
Setup ..................................................... 66
RVRC .................................................... 68
Holiday & Weekend ............................... 69
Alarm Settings ....................................... 70
Inputs ........................................................ 71
Zone Input ................................................. 73
Zone Actions ......................................... 75
Masked Cam Det .................................. 77
Data Logging ......................................... 79
Accelerometer ....................................... 80
Alarm Response Setup ......................... 82
Activity Setup ........................................ 84
VMD Conguration ................................ 86
Global Actions ....................................... 88
Network Settings ................................... 89
Network ................................................. 90
Live Trans .............................................. 91
Multicast Setup ...................................... 93
E Mail .................................................... 95
Remote Reporting ................................. 97
Web Cam .............................................. 99
FTP Download .................................... 100
Firewall ................................................ 102
Features & Text ................................... 103
Features .............................................. 104
Text In Image ...................................... 105
Keyword .............................................. 107
Archive ................................................ 108
Diagnostics .......................................... 109
Event Search ........................................110
Operating the Viewer ...........................112
Appendix A .......................................... 133
Appendix B ........................................ 134
Appendix C .......................................... 138
Appendix D ......................................... 139

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Introduction
What is the…
TransVu Compact ?
The TransVu Compact is a Digital Video Recorder and network server designed specically for
transport and mobile applications. Rugged solid state design is designed to resist the vibrations
generated within vehicles whilst standard connectors keep installation simple.
In addition to moving vehicle applications TransVu Compact is ideal for mobile surveillance, rapid
deployment and covert operations.
Vehicles – buses, taxis, vans, trains and heavy goods vehicles are ideal candidates for TransVu
Compact.
Rapid Deployment/Mines/High Risk Areas – the 8 to 17 volt supply voltage range and low current
consumption make the TransVu Compact product range ideal for remote CCTV applications, for
example in areas where solar panels with battery backup provides the only option for power, or
recording in mines, mine vehicles or other high risk areas where health and safety issues place
constraints on power supplies.
Part of the NetVu Connected product range, the TransVu Compact is fully network capable and
supports the Internet standard TCP/IP protocol. As the TransVu Compact is a mobile product the unit
can be accessed via wireless LAN or GSM / GPRS / CDPD / UTMS / HSDPA. Supporting up to four
video inputs, two audio channels, three alarm inputs and intelligent power management the TransVu
Compact is a powerful, cost effective transportation recorder.
The TransVu Compact range includes:
• 4 video inputs - removable micro SD Flash card (class 4).
System Documentation
The Installation and Operation of the TransVu Compact are detailed in the manual suite which
consists of:
• Quick Start Guide - Initial steps to get the TransVu Compact up an running to basic
operation.
• Installation Guide - Full instructions to install the TransVu Compact unit.
• Conguration and Operation Guide - Full conguration documentation for the
TransVu Compact.
This Conguration and Operation Guide will be divided into two parts, Initial Programming and
Operation.

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Features
• Developed specically for transport applications
• Ruggedised design
• Simultaneous H264, MPEG-4 and JPEG transmission and recording
• MultiMode Recording - Dynamically-switchable resolution, record-rate &
compression (H264/MPEG4/JPEG) per camera
• Global frame rate of 50pps PAL/60pps NTSC at 2CIF
• Intelligent power management based on ignition and supply voltage sense
• Monitor output provides main monitor functionality via Composite or VGA monitor,
with IR (Infrared Remote) and USB mouse Control
• Web pages provide easy remote conguration
• Accelerometer providing G-force measurements
• Two audio inputs, bidirectional audio support inc Audio Challenge
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Three BS8418 alarm inputs, Two audio outputs, one relay output, Tacho & Ignition input
• Easy to use on-screen, colour coded softkeys
• Single and Multiway displays on Composite or VGA monitor
• Wake on Alarm Support Via Alarm Input 1
• Serial Telemetry Support via RS422/485 (Com 2)
• Live and playback viewing locally and over Ethernet
•
Full GPS support Via External Module or Ethernet Router, location tracking via GPS
• Wake on GPS Functionality
• Built in activity detection
• Storage on microSD Card, Ethernet storage or USB drive
The unit has NetVu Connected technology built-in to ensure maximum compatibility with future
developments in networked security. NetVu Connected technology enables the Unit to fully interact
with other NetVu Connected compatible products from Dedicated Micros including the DV-IP
Decoder, NetVu ObserVer and PDA Viewers. Providing interoperability between the worlds leading
security companies, NetVu Connected uses industry standard networking protocols supported by a
wide range of third party integration products and SDKs to ensure future on-going compatibility.
COMMON CONFIGURATION INTERFACE
A Common Conguration interface is displayed when the unit’s conguration screens are accessed
locally at the unit or remotely via a web browser. This unied system ensures that the installer is
familiar with the conguration screens irrespective of their location to the unit, minimising training
and familiarisation time and increasing the speed of installation and alteration.
The Unit includes a unique colour-coded menu structure and onscreen Graphical User Interface
(GUI). Context sensitive, the menu structure always represents the area of the menu the user is in,
allowing them to quickly select the options and settings they need without having to trawl through
menu pages and options. The colour coded buttons displayed on the monitor match those on the
touch screen front panel and IR Remote Control, whilst control can also be conducted through an
attached USB Mouse.

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Point&go provides the user with easy to use, fast, accurate telemetry control via an attached
monitor. With no need for a telemetry keyboard, users are able to use Pan & Tilt control of a
Dedicated Micros Oracle Dome simply by clicking an area of the monitor. The camera will instantly
respond, positioning the selected area in the middle of the screen, ideal for tracking movement
through a scene.
MAP
Users can now navigate around their CCTV installation using a graphical map. Selecting the
relevant camera from the map will instantly connect the user to that cameras image stream. With the
ability to load bespoke map images and oor plans to reect their installations, the Maps feature is
ideal for quickly identifying camera locations around a site or CCTV network.

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Important Safeguards
Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
Power Sources
This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the manufacturer’s
label.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Ventilation
Ensure unit is properly ventilated to protect from overheating.
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. The lightning ash
with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of this equipment
that there are dangerous voltages within the enclosure which may be of sufcient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Lightning Strike
The unit has some in-built protection for lightning strike, however it is recommended that isolation
transformers be tted to the system in areas where lightning is a common occurrence.
Regulatory Notes and FCC and DOC Information
(USA and Canadian Models Only)
Warning: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
corrective action. The user may nd the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications
Commission helpful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems”.
This booklet is available from the US Government Printing Ofce, Washington, DC20402,
Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
This reminder is provided to call the CCTV system installer’s attention to Art. 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, species that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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CE Mark
If this product is marked with the CE symbol it indicates compliance with all applicable directives.
Directive 89/336/EEC.
A ‘Declaration of Conformity’ is held at Dedicated Micros Ltd.,
1200 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Cheshire, WA4 4HS, UK.

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Product Installation
The TransVu Compact should be mounted as low as possible within the vehicle, on a secure base
free from resonance and secondary vibrations.
Installation requirements
Note: Read all the instructions before commencing installation.
Care in feeding cables
Ensure the cables are clamped to the same mounting surface as the TransVu Compact. This will
help avoid any vibration being transmitted along them to the unit.
Recommended tment area - 285mm (11¼”) x 195mm (7¾ “)
Minimum height of enclosure - 90mm (3½ “)
Notes on installation space
Additional space is required around the electrical connectors to allow the disconnection of the cables
from the unit.
The unit does not require alignment with the normal direction of travel of the vehicle.
TransVu Compact dimensions
143
90
5
5
2.5
131.4
148
125
165
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Front Panel
Description Function
SERIAL RS232 port which defaults to the debug function
VGA VGA output to allow connection of spot monitor (using this connection will
disable the MON A output)
PWR IN & IGN +12V OUT 12V fused input from battery (refer to Connections) &12V output to support
ancillary equipment (refer to Connections)
GPS Standard RJ12 socket for connection to approved GPS unit
ALARMS/RELAY 9 way (female) D Type 24V 200mA
3 General Alarm Inputs/BS8414 EOL Alarms
1 Onboard light duty relay output (500mA@12V-48V Max)
NET1 RJ45 Ethernet network connector, 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet Network
NET0 RJ45 Ethernet network connector, 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet Network
Rear Panel
Description Function
CAM 1 - 4 75Ω BNC composite video inputs 1V pk-pk
MON A 75Ω BNC composite monitor output, 1V pk-pk
STEREO AUD IN 3.5mm phono socket, 8KHz/16KHz/22KHz sampling 75Ω input impedance, 1V
pk-pk
STEREO AUD OUT 3.5mm (phono) socket, line level <100Ω output impedance,1V pk-pk
amplication required
REMOTE 3.5mm socket for Remote IR extender (supplied)
STATUS LED Illuminates red until the unit senses a failure condition
POWER LED Illuminates red when the unit has power applied
USB 2x USB2.0 connectors
USB 1x Micro USB connector
μSD Socket for micro SD storage card (minimum class 4)

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Connections
The TransVu Compact features the following connectors, all views are shown looking at the
connectors on the rear of the unit
54321
9876
SERIAL 1 DCD (COM2 RS485+)
2 RXD
3 TXD
4 DTR (COM2 RS422-)
5 GND
6 DSR (COM2 RS422+)
7 RTS
8 CTS
9 RI (COM2 RS485-)
12345
6789
ALARMS/RELAY 1 RELAY 1 (A)
2 RELAY 1 (B)
3 TACHO IN
4 Digital GND
5 Ignition
6 ALM1 (wake on alarm)
7 ALM2
8 ALM3
9 Digital GND
PWR IN
1 DC Input +
IGN 2 Ignition
+12V OUT 3 DC Ground
4 Alarm
5 Aux Ground
6 Aux Power Out
GPS
Pin Conn Description
1 N/A No connection
2 DGND Digital ground
3 AT_RXD ATMega88 GPS receive data (RS232)
4 AT_TXD ATMega88 GPS transmit data (RS232)
5 +5V +5V GPS feed
6 N/A No connection
6 5 4 3 2 1
6
5
43
2
1
PWR IN
IGN
+12V OUT

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Addendum
AUX CURRENT UP TO A MAXIMUM OF 1A SWITCHING CASE
Aux GND
+ve To cameras & low power equipment (MAX 1Amp)
GROUND POWERED DEVICE THROUGH DVR
TransVU Compact
Aux Power Out
Aux GND
DC Input +
DC Ground
DC Input +
DC Ground
Aux GND
+ve To cameras & low power equipment
DO NOT GROUND POWERED DEVICE THROUGH PSU
TransVU Compact
DC Input +
DC Ground
DC Input +
DC Ground
Aux Power Out
AUX CURRENT GREATHER THAN 1A SWITCHING CASE
High Current +ve
+ve To cameras, illuminators etc
GND output
RELAY
TransVU Compact
DC Input +
DC Ground
DC Input +
DC Ground
Aux Power Out
Aux GND
High Current +ve
Aux GND
+ve To cameras, illuminators etc
RELAY
TransVU Compact
DC Input +
DC Ground
DC Input +
DC Ground
Aux Power Out
Aux GND
DO NOT GROUND HIGH POWERED DEVICES THROUGH DVR

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Accessing & Conguring the Unit
The unit can be congured either on the local monitor or over the network using a PC with Internet
Explorer or similar browser. Both have near identical menu interfaces.
Accessing the menus on a local monitor
The Conguration pages can be displayed on a local monitor (refer to ‘Installing The Unit’ for
guidance on connecting a local monitor). When a monitor is successfully connected, use a
USB mouse and move the pointer to the bottom of the screen. The navigation colour bar will be
displayed. Select ‘Next’ until the ‘Menu’ option is displayed. When ‘Menu’ has been selected, the
unit’s Conguration pages will be displayed.
Accessing the menus on a PC web browser
Locating the Unit IP address
The IP address of the unit is required to access the webpages. It can be identied from the
conguration menu pages using the local monitor. Follow the procedure detailed above and navigate
to the Conguration Menu:System Settings->System menu to nd the DHCP assigned IP address.
Note: The unit can be installed in a DHCP network environment where an IP address, subnet mask and
default gateway will automatically be allocated from the network DHCP Server (DHCP is enabled
by default).
Note: If a DNS (Domain Name Server) address is not to be used, it is strongly advised that a xed IP
address be assigned (a DHCP assigned address can change without notication i.e. following
power failure).
A xed IP address can be assigned via the Conguration Menu:Network Settings
->Network menu.
Default DNS Address
It is recommended that a DNS (Domain Name Server) address be congured. Assigning a
recognisable name can help a remote user to locate the unit.
If no System name is allocated to the unit, the default DNS address will be:
machine serial number.yourdomain.com
• <machine serial number> is displayed in the System menu page and also on
the underside of the unit.
• <yourdomain> is the name assigned to your DNS network.
The default DNS address can be renamed via the Network Settings->Network menu. Following
renaming, the DNS address will be:
yourname.yourdomain.com
• ’ yourname‘ is the name assigned via the Network menu.
• <yourdomain> is the name assigned to your DNS network
Note: To activate an assigned DNS address, it will be necessary to reboot the unit. The unit can be
rebooted via System Settings:>Maintain-> Reset.
IMPORTANT: To set the time and date on the unit, navigate to System Settings
->Time and Date.

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Accessing the Conguration Webpages
The unit can be congured using the webpages. To access these:
1. Launch Internet Explorer (or similar web browser package).
2. Type the URL for the unit (IP or DNS address).
3. The Opening menu page will be displayed.
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Main Menu
When rst accessing the unit, the main menu will be displayed. This menu allows access to the
Conguration menus, the Viewer menus and also several Download options.
Note: The Download options will only be available if viewing remotely via an IP connection.
Select the Conguration menu tab to access the unit’s Conguration menus. Refer to ‘Navigating the
Conguration Menus’ for further guidance.
Select the Event Search tab to access the unit’s Event Search function. Refer to ‘Event Search’ for
further guidance.
Note: The ‘Event Search’ option will only be displayed if ‘Enable Event Search’ is selected in the
‘Features’ menu: System Settings->Features.
Select the Viewer menu tab to access the unit’s Viewer function. Refer to ‘Unit Operation’ for
information on the numerous Viewer features.
Select the Download menu tab to access the various Download sub-options. Select from:
• Product Manual Select to open an electronic version of the
Installation & Operation Guide.
• ObserVer Manual Select to open an electronic version of the NetVu ObserVer
User Guide. NetVu ObserVer is a free video management
software package from AD. It allows users to seamlessly
view distributed images from any ‘NetVu Connected’ product.
• NetVu ObserVer Select to download the NetVu ObserVer video
management software.
• Java (JRE) Select to download the Java (JRE) software (from the unit).
This software is required to successfully view Conguration
and Viewer menus remotely.

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IMPORTANT: By default, no Usernames and Passwords are required to access any of the
various menus. Usernames and Passwords can however be added to regulate
access to the Conguration and Viewer menus. Refer to the ‘Display Settings->
User Accounts’ menu for information on establishing Usernames and Passwords.

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Navigating The Conguration Menus
When accessing the conguration menus, the menu tree will be displayed.
The conguration pages are navigated using the menu tree (displayed on the left of each page).
Selecting one of the menu options will display the relevant page. Associated sub-menus will then be
available.
Relevant menus can also be accessed directly from other menu screens via the coloured softkey
options shown at the base of each menu. The options available will depend on the menu being
viewed. Select a softkey option by pressing either the corresponding button on the IR Remote
Control (if viewing the menus locally), or by selecting the relevant option via the PC mouse (if
viewing the webpages).
Note: Any changes made via the webpages are automatically saved when the page is closed. To
‘manually’ save changes, select the Save option.

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System Settings
The menus under the System Settings heading allow the unit’s core settings to be viewed, changed
and the system software upgraded.
The Attributes option displays details about the unit including the IP address, unit serial number,
MAC address and software version.
The Status page displays information about the unit’s operating condition, shows how long the unit
has been operating and the reason for the last reset. It also shows camera status and displays any
failed cameras.
The Language page allows the system language to be set. The language can also be changed for
the current session only.
The Time and Date page allows the unit time and date settings to be adjusted, including setting
the timezone.
The Serial Ports page allows each of the two serial ports to be individually congured for one of a
range of operations, including, debug, PPP and telemetry.
The Power Manager page allows the conguration of power saving procedures such as the timeout
limits for ignition off and low voltage level detected.
The Audio page shows the settings available for each of the audio channels and allows conguration
of audio quality.
The Features page allows control of the different features that are available within the software
including Email reporting, webcam support and control of the display resolution.
The Maintain page allows the current conguration to be saved, and for previously saved settings to
be loaded. It also enables easy upgrade of the system software.
The PowerScript Mgmt page allows installed PowerScripts to be activated/deactivated on start-up.
The Database page allows the database to be reset, and can be used to limit the number of entries
held in it.

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Attributes
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This menu shows the general information about the unit including the version of software installed,
the unit’s serial number and the allocated DHCP IP address.
Product Descriptor Details the product model.
Serial Number Identies the serial number of the specic unit.
PCB Serial Number Displays the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) serial number of the unit.
Product Code Displays a code identifying the unit’s specication.
Earliest Recording Displays the date/time of the earliest recording held on the unit.
System Name This eld can be edited to allocate a name to the unit. This is displayed
when the unit is accessed via NetVu ObserVer and is sent when
transmitting information to a Remote Video Response Centres (RVRC).
Video Standard Displays the video standard adopted by the unit i.e. PAL, NTSC.
Number of Cameras Shows the number of camera channels on the unit.
Video Storage Gbytes Highlights the available video storage capacity in Gigabytes.
MAC Address This is the MAC address assigned to the unit.
IP Address This is the IP address allocated to the unit.
Sub Net This is the subnet of the network where the unit is located.
Gateway This is the IP address of the default gateway (router) assigned by the DHCP
server.
Software (Red) Select this option to display installed software information
(see below).

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Software Menu
Software Revision This identies the version of software the unit is running.
Codec Revision This identies the codec version the unit is running.
Loader Revision This identies the bootloader version the unit is running.
Webpage Revision This identies the webpage version the unit is running.
PC Apps Revision This identies the revision archive of the Viewer and associated PC Apps
software.
Boot Software Rev. Displays the infrastructure componentry software revision.
Applet version This identies the version of the Java applet installed on the unit.

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Status
Unit Status
This menu details information regarding the status of the unit, notably the total time the unit has
been operating and the time since its last reset.
Time since last reset Details the time since the unit was last reset.
Temp This details the current internal temperature (in celsius) of the unit.
Total running time Details the total time the unit has been operational.
Reset code The last reset code used is displayed.
Restart reason The reason for the last restart is displayed i.e. Controlled
User Reset.
Current PPS Displays the current system record rate.
Codecs Details the current number of installed codecs.
Cameras Lists the available camera connections
Connected Camera channels with cameras connected will be highlighted light green. Those
not in use will appear dark green.
Recording Camera channels that are recording will be highlighted light green. Those not in
use will appear dark green.
Cam Status Those camera channels where the connection is deemed to have failed will be
highlighted in red. Those working correctly will appear light green. Those not in
use will appear dark green.