VCS VideoJet 100 User manual

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Edition: May 2002 Version 5.80
© Copyright 2002 VCS Video Communication Systems AG
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VCS will not be liable for damage which is directly or indirectly due
to errors, incompleteness, or discrepancies between the manual
and the product described.
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Chapter 1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
EU Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 2 Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Electrical shock hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installation and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Repairs and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 3 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Preconditions for commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Preconditions for configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Preconditions for operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Overview of functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Rear VideoJet 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Front VideoJet 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Switching on / Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Commissioning
with terminal program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Contents

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Chapter 5 Configuration with
web browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Making the connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
General procedure for configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Display settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Video settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Audio settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Alarm settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Relay settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Harddisk settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Interface settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Service settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Function test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Chapter 6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Operation with the
Microsoft Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Hardware connection
between VideoJet 100 devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Operation with software decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Chapter 7 Care and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Software upload via FTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Checking the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Further sale, disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Chapter 8 Annex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Faults – possible causes and remedy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

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Application examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Chapter 9 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

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VideoJet 100
Preface 1
These Installation and Operating Instructions are intended for per-
sons authorised to install and operate the VideoJet 100. Interna-
tional, national and any relevant regional regulations relating to
electronics must be observed at all times. The Operating Instruc-
tions explain the installation and operation of the VideoJet 100.
Conventions
In this manual, the following symbols and notations are used to
draw attention to special situations:
Hazard! or Attention!
This symbol indicates that failure to follow the safety instructions
given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system
or to other equipment. The symbol represents a direct threat of dan-
ger.
Note
This symbol indicates tips and notes that make using the device
easier and more convenient.
Note
This symbol indicates that you might have to find out special infor-
mation to be able to make the settings or start up the system cor-
rectly.

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VideoJet 100
The following typographic conventions are used in this manual:
Configuration Menu names and window and button names
and parameters
[Enter], [C] Key names
[Ctrl] + [C] Two or more keys that are pressed simul-
taneously.
ping Command line input and output

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VideoJet 100
Intended use
The Network Video Server VideoJet 100 serves to transmit video,
audio and control signals via data networks (Ethernet LAN). It is
designed for use in CCTV systems. The connection of an external
alarm generator allows various functions to be triggered automati-
cally. Other applications are not permitted.
In the event of questions concerning the use of the server which are
not answered in this manual, please contact:
VCS Video Communication Systems AG
Forchheimer Straße 4
D – 90425 Nürnberg
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
EU Guidelines
The Network Video Server VideoJet 100 complies with the specifi-
cations of European Guidelines 89/336 (Electromagnetic Compati-
bility) and 73/23, amended by 93/68 (Low-Voltage Guideline).
Rating plate
For exact identification, you will find the model designation and
serial number on the rating plate on the bottom of the housing.
Please note this information here before installation in order to have
it to hand in the event of queries or spare parts orders.

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VideoJet 100

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Safety information 2
Electrical shock hazard
!Never attempt to connect the unit to any power network other
than the one for which it was intended.
!Use only the mains lead supplied.
!Do not open the housing of the power supply unit.
!Disconnect the power supply unit from the mains power supply
and from all other devices if a fault occurs.
!Install the power supply unit and device only in a dry place pro-
tected against the elements.
!If you are uncertain about the safe operation of the unit, shut it
down immediately and secure it to prevent any unauthorised
start-up. Safe operation is no longer possible, for example,
– if damage is visible to the device or the cables,
– if the device no longer operates correctly,
– if the device has been exposed to rain or moisture,
– if objects have penetrated inside the device,
– after long storage under improper conditions or
– after heavy demands during transport.
Have the system checked by VCS in such cases.

Safety information
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VideoJet 100
Installation and operation
!All applicable electrical codes and regulations must be observed
and followed at all times during the installation.
!Before installing or operating the system, ensure that you have
read and understood the documentation for other equipment
connected to the unit, e.g. cameras. These contain important
safety notices and information concerning permissible applica-
tions.
!Perform only the installation and operating work described in this
manual. All other work beyond this may lead to injuries to per-
sons and damage to the system or other equipment.
Repairs and maintenance
!Never open the housing of the VideoJet 100. The unit contains
no parts which you can repair or replace.
!Never open the housing of the power supply unit. The power
supply unit contains no parts which you can repair or replace.
!Ensure that only qualified, specialist personnel (electrical techni-
cians) are permitted to carry out maintenance or repair work.
Attention!
Close to high frequency electromagnetic fields the audio output
signal of the VideoJet 100 may be distorted.

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VideoJet 100
Product description 3
Scope of delivery
!VideoJet 100 desktop device, incl. plug-in power pack
!Manual german/english
!Software PROVILite from VCS
Preconditions for commissioning
!Computer with operating system Windows 95/98/NT and a gate-
way to the network
!Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser (from Version 5) or free
serial interface and terminal program
Preconditions for configuration
!Computer with operating system Windows 95/98/NT and a gate-
way to the network
!Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser (from Version 5) or VCS
software decoder e.g. PROVILite

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Preconditions for operation
!Computer with operating system Windows 95/98/NT and a gate-
way to the network
!Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser (from Version 5) or VCS
software decoder e.g. PROVILook
or
!Receiver VideoJet 100 and video monitor
Overview of functions
Network video
server
The VideoJet 100 is a network video server. It serves primarily for
encoding and decoding video, audio and control data for transfer
via an Ethernet LAN. By using existing networks, the VideoJet 100
permits the simple installation and configuration of CCTV systems.
The VideoJet 100 is available in three versions, as transmitter, as
transmitter with integrated hard disk for local long-term recording
and as receiver.
Two VideoJet devices, e.g. a VideoJet 100 as transmitter and a
VideoJet receiver, can form a stand-alone system for data transfer
without PC. The system can be extended to include further trans-
mitters and receivers so that video sequences from one transmitter
can be received by several receivers simultaneously.
Receiver The corresponding VideoJet devices or computers with installed
decoding software, for example PROVILook from VCS, or with
installed Microsoft Internet Explorer can always be used as receiv-
ers.

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VideoJet 100
Multicast function The VideoJet 100 supports the standard H.323 and is thus compat-
ible with all video-conferencing systems. Thanks to efficient encod-
ing, the data transmission rate remains low, even with maximum
image quality and 30 images/s; furthermore, it can be adapted over
a wide range to meet the local requirements.
In appropriately configured networks, the multicast function permits
the simultaneous video transmission in real time to several recei-
vers. A precondition for this is the implementation of the UDP (User
Datagram Protocol) in the network.
Remote control For remote control of external equipment, e.g. pan-and-tilt heads
for cameras or motorised zoom lenses, the control data are trans-
mitted via the bidirectional serial interfaces of the VideoJet 100.
These interfaces can also be used for the transmission of
transparent data.
Configuration The VideoJet 100 can be configured with a browser via the local
network (intranet) or via the internet.
Software updates and the quick uploading of device configurations
are possible in the same way.

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VideoJet 100
Summary The VideoJet 100 offers the following main functions:
!Video, audio and data transmission via data networks
!Multicast function for simultaneous image transmission to
several receivers
!1 video channel (PAL and NTSC compatible), transmission of
the video images as high-resolution individual frames or image
sequences
!High color image resolution with 704 × 576 pixels and up to
30 images/s
!One audio input, one audio output
!Video transmission compatible with international standards
H.323, H.261/263 and M-JPEG
!Integral Ethernet interface (10/100 Base-T)
!2 transparent bidirectional data channels via serial interfaces
RS232/RS422/RS485 and RS232
!Remote control of all internal functions via UDP/IP
!Password protection to prevent unauthorised access
!Switching inputs for external sensors (e.g. door contacts)
!Switching outputs for switching external devices (e.g. lights or
sirens)
!Event-controlled automatic connection setup (e.g. when
switching on and at alarms)
!Integral video sensor for motion alarms
!Video signal monitoring
!Automatic transmission of alarm e-mails with attached image
!Video ring memory for recording of pre-alarm histories
!Optional local long-term recording on hard disk
!Quick and convenient configuration via web browser
!Software update via flash memory

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VideoJet 100
Rear VideoJet 100
1Video input (transmitter)/Video output (receiver) VIDEO
BNC connector for connection of the video source resp.
the monitor
2DIP switch T
for termination of the video input if the video signal is not
looped through
3Audio input AUDIO IN
3.5 mm mono jack bush for connection of the audio source
4Audio output AUDIO OUT
3.5 mm mono jack bush for connection of a loudspeaker
5Screw clamp INPUTS
for connection of alarm sensors or switches
6Screw clamp OUTPUTS
relay outputs for switching of external devices (e.g. lamps)
7Serial interface COM1
9-pin sub-D connector (m) for transmission of control data and
for configuration with the terminal program (RS232/422/485)
8RJ45 jack ETHERNET
for connection with the network
9Serial interface COM2
9-pin sub-D connector (m) for transmission of control data and
for configuration with the terminal program (RS232)
10 Jack POWER
for connection of the plug-in power supply unit
T

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VideoJet 100
Front VideoJet 100
11 LED VIDEO
lights up green when the input is active
12 LEDs INPUTS
light up red with active alarm, light up green when ready
13 LEDs OUTPUTS
light up green when the corresponding relay is switched
14 LED COM
lights up yellow when data is transmitted over the serial
interfaces
15 LEDs ETHERNET
green LED lights up when the unit is connected to the network
yellow LED flashes when data packages are transmitted
16 LED POWER
lights up green when ready
Note
You will find further information on the LEDs on page 101.

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Installation 4
Thanks to its compact design, the VideoJet 100 as desktop device
requires a minimum of space.
Please observe the following installation conditions:
!Do not install the VideoJet 100 in the immediate vicinity of radi-
ators or other sources of heat. Avoid installing the VideoJet 100
where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
!Ensure sufficient space for laying the cables.
!Ensure adequate ventilation of the VideoJet 100.
!For all cable connections, use only the supplied or suitable
cables which also prevent any electrical interference, where
necessary.
!Lay and install all cables in such a way that they cannot be
damaged and ensure sufficient strain relief.
Attention!
The server is designed for operation indoors. Choose a site for
installation which ensures that the server is exposed to neither
extreme temperatures nor extreme moisture or humidity. The
ambient temperature must lie between +5 and +40 °C, the relative
humidity must not exceed 80%.
During operation, the server generates a great deal of heat. There-
fore ensure sufficient ventilation and an adequate distance to heat-
sensitive equipment or objects.

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Connections
Camera/Monitor The VideoJet 100 provides one BNC jack. In the transmitter version
you can connect one video source. Suitable devices are all cam-
eras and other video sources which generate a PAL or NTSC stan-
dard signal. Using the VideoJet 100 in the receiver version the BNC
jack serves as a monitor output which permits the connection of a
monitor suitable for PAL or NTSC standard video signals.
Transmitter:
"Connect the camera or other video sources to the BNC jack VIDEO
using a video cable (75 Ohm, BNC connector).
"Set the DIP switch to position T (down) to terminate the input when
the video signal is not looped through (e.g. with a T-piece).
Receiver:
"Connect a video monitor to the BNC jack VIDEO using a video
cable (75 Ohm, BNC connector).
Network
connection
You can connect the VideoJet 100 either directly or via a hub to a
10/100 Base-T network. Use a standard cable UTP Category 5 with
RJ45 connectors for this connection.
"Connect the network cable to the ETHERNET jack.
Alarm inputs The four metallically isolated alarm inputs serve for the connection
of external alarm triggers, e.g. door contacts or sensors. If config-
ured accordingly, an alarm trigger can, for example, set up an auto-
matic connection between VideoJet 100 and the remote station.
Connection INPUT 5 serves as a master alarm. If necessary, this
contact allows all the alarm triggers (contacts and video sensors) to
be activated or barred, e.g. by means of a key-operated switch.