VCS VideoJet 8000 User manual

VideoJet 8000
User Guide

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Release: August 2004 (Software version 1.1)
Copyright © 2004 VCS Video Communication Systems AG
Note
This user guide has been compiled with great care, and the information it
contains has been thoroughly verified. The text was complete and correct at the
time of printing. Due to further product development, the contents of the user
guide may change without prior notice. VCS accepts no liability for damages
resulting directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between
the user guide and the product described.
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treated accordingly.

Contents
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Contents 0
Chapter 1 Preface
Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
EU guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rating label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2 Safety Information
Electrical shock hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation and operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Maintenance and repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 3 Product Description
Supplied components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
System requirements for setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Configuration requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operational requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Overview of functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Rear panel connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Front panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 4 Installation
Control cabinet installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Switching on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setup using a terminal program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web Browser
Connecting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Choosing the configuration mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Device overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Expert Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Function test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

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Chapter 6 Operation
Operation with Microsoft Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Saving snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Recording video sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Recordings in progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Playback of recorded sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
MPEG viewer installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Hardware connections between VCS units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Establishing the connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Closing the connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Operation with decoder software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Front panel controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Chapter 7 Maintenance and Upgrades
Testing the network connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Transfer and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Chapter 8 Appendix
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
RS232/RS422/RS485 interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Chapter 9 Index

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Preface 1
This user guide is intended for persons responsible for the installation and
operation of VideoJet 8000. International, national and any regional regulations
regarding electronics must be followed at all times. The user manual describes
the installation and operation of the unit.
Conventions
In this manual, the following symbols and notation are used to draw attention to
special situations:
Warning!
This symbol indicates that failure to follow the safety instructions described
may endanger persons and cause damage to the unit or other equipment.
It is associated with immediate, direct hazards.
Note
This symbol indicates tips and information for easier, more convenient use
of the unit.

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Intended use
The VideoJet 8000 network video server transmits video and control signals over
data networks (such as Ethernet LANs and the Internet). The integrated hard
drive enables the VideoJet 8000 to be used as a DVR. It is designed for use in
CCTV systems. By incorporating external alarm devices, various functions can
be triggered automatically. Other applications are not permitted.
Intheeventof questionsconcerningtheuseofthe server which are not answered
in this manual, please contact your local dealer or:
VCS Video Communication Systems AG
Forchheimer Strasse 4
90425 Nuremberg, Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
EU guidelines
The VideoJet 8000 network video server complies with the specifications of EU
Directives 89/336 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 73/23, amended by 93/68
(Low Voltage Directive).
Rating label
For exact identification of the unit, the model and serial number are inscribed on
the rating plate on the bottom of the housing. Please note this information if
necessary before installation so it available in case of questions or spare parts
orders.

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Safety Information 2
Electrical shock hazard
]Never attempt to connect the unit to any power network other than the type for
which it was intended.
]Never open the casing!
]If a fault occurs, disconnect the unit from the mains supply and from all other
devices.
]Install the unit only in dry, weather-protected areas.
]If safe operation of the unit cannot be ensured, remove it from service and
secure it to prevent unauthorized start-up. Safe operation is no longer
possible, for example,
– if there is visible damage to the unit or power cables,
– if the unit no longer works properly,
– if the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture,
– if foreign matter has infiltrated the unit,
– after long storage under adverse conditions or
– after exposure to extraordinary transport stress.
In such cases, have the unit checked by VCS.

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Installation and operation
]Relevant electrical codes and guidelines must be complied with at all times
during installation.
]Before installing or operating the unit, make sure you have read and
understood the documentation for the other equipment connected to the
system, such as cameras. It contains important safety instructions and
information about permitted uses.
]Perform only the installation and operating steps described in this manual.
Actions beyond these may lead to personal injuries, property damage or
damage to the equipment.
Maintenance and repair
]Never open the casing of the VideoJet 8000 yourself, there are no user
serviceable parts inside.
]Ensure that all maintenance or repair work is performed only by qualified
personnel (electrical technicians).

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Product Description 3
Supplied components
]Network video serverVideoJet 8000
]Power cable
]RS232 null modem cable
]Mounting kit for installation in 19" racks
]The quick start guide “First Steps” in English and German
]VCS product CD with the following content:
– The quick start guide “First Steps” in English and German
– User guide in English and German
– MPEG-ActiveX control from VCS
– MPEG viewer (DVD player)
– DirectX control
– Microsoft Internet Explorer
– Microsoft Virtual Machine
– Adobe Acrobat Reader
]3.5" hard drive
System requirements for setup
]Computer with Microsoft Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and network
access and
]Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or later) or
an available serial port and terminal software

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Configuration requirements
]Computer with Microsoft Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and network
access and
]Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or later) or decoder software, such as
VIDOS from VCS
Note
Make sure the graphic card is set to 16 or 32 bit color depth and the
Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed on your computer. If necessary, the
required software and controls can be installed from the CD provided (see
the list of components supplied, 9).
Operational requirements
]Computer with Microsoft Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and network
access and
]Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or later) or decoder software, such as
VIDOS from VCS
or
]MPEG-2 capable hardware decoder from VCS (such as VIP 1000) as a
receiver and a connected video monitor
Note
Make sure the graphic card for receiving on the computer monitor is set to
16 or 32 bit color depth and the Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed on the
computer. If necessary, the required software and controls can be installed
from the CD provided (see the list of components supplied, 9).

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Overview of functions
Network video server
The VideoJet 8000 is a network video server for 8 independent video channels.
Its primary function is to encode video and control data for transmission over an
IP network. The VideoJet 8000 encodes up to 8 nonmultiplexed data streams in
MPEG-2 format (DVD standard) and does so without compromising image
quality. The use of existing networks means that integration with CCTV systems
or local networks can be achieved quickly and easily.
The VideoJet 8000 is designed for tabletop operation and installation in control
cabinets. The supplied mounting kit makes installation in a 19" rack fast and easy.
Two units, a VideoJet 8000 as the transmitter and a VIP 1000 as the receiver,
can form a stand-alone system for data transfer without a PC. The system can be
expanded to include additional transmitters and receivers so that video images
from one transmitter can be received simultaneously on a number of receivers.
Receiver
Receivers can be MPEG-2 capable hardware decoders from VCS (such as the
VIP 1000), computers with decoding software installed, such as VIDOS from
VCS, or Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Video encoding/multicast
The VideoJet 8000 works with the MPEG-2 video compression standard. Thanks
to efficient encoding, the data rate remains low even with high image quality and
can also be adapted to local conditions with great flexibility. It can do this while
supporting simultaneous encoding on all 8 video channels.
Insuitablyconfigurednetworks,themulticastfunction enablessimultaneous, real
time transmission to multiple receivers. The prerequisite for this is that the UDP
and IGMP protocols be implemented on the network.
DVR
The integrated hard drive enables the VideoJet 8000 to be used as a digital video
recorder for local long-term recording. Replay and backup are possible while
recording is in process (triplex function).

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TheVideoJet 8000 supportsANR technology,whichensures seamless, gap-free
storage with the VIDOS-NVR, the network video recorder from VCS, even when
the network fails.
Remote control
The VideoJet 8000 can remotely control external devices, such as pan and tilt
heads or motorized zoom lenses, by transmitting control data via its bidirectional
serial interface. This interface can also be used to transmit transparent data.
Configuration
The VideoJet 8000 can be configured with a browser on the local network
(Intranet) or from the Internet.
Similarly, firmware updates and rapid loading of equipment configurations are
also possible.
Snapshots
Individual video frames (snapshots) can be called up in JPEG format by the
VideoJet 8000, stored on the computer hard drive or be displayed in a separate
browser window.
Backup
Video sequences can be saved to the computer's hard drive from either the live
video page or the local hard drive mode with just a mouse-click.

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Summary
The main functions of the VideoJet 8000 can be summarized as follows:
]Video and data transmission over IP data networks
]Multicast function for simultaneous picture transmission to multiple receivers
]8 independent, analog BNC video inputs FBAS (PAL/NTSC)
]Video encoding using the MPEG-2 (DVD quality) international standard
]Integrated Ethernet interface (10/100/1000 Base-T)
]Integrated ISDN connection (for future functional extensions)
]USB interface (for future functional extensions)
]Transparent, bidirectional data channel using a serial interface:
RS232, RS422 or RS485
]Local long-term recording on the integrated 3.5" hard drive
]Remote control of all built-in functions via TCP/IP
]Password protection to prevent unauthorized connection or configuration
changes
]10 relay inputs for external sensors (such as door contacts)
]Event-driven, automatic connection in case of an alarm
]Integrated video sensor for motion alarms
]Video signal monitoring
]Fast, convenient configuration using a Web browser
]Firmware update through flash memory

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Rear panel connectors
18 video inputs, Video 1 to Video 8
BNC jacks for connecting video sources,
each with a switch for 75 ohm terminating resistance
210 alarm inputs, IN1... IN10
push-in terminals for connecting external signal sources or switches
3USBport
for future functional extensions
4 RS232/485 serial interface
RJ45 jack for transmitting control data (RS232, RS422 and RS485 protocols)
and for configuration with terminal software
5RJ45 jack for ISDN
for future functional extensions
6RJ45 jack 10/100/1000 MBit Base-T
for connecting to an Ethernet LAN
7Powerreceptacle
for connecting the power cable

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Front panel
8PowerLED
lit green when ready for operation
9IRdiode
infrared receiver (for future functional extensions)
10 HDD LED
blinks red duringdata transfer from and to the hard drive
11 Failure LED
blinks red in the event of a hardware error
12 Display
for showing the operating parameters
13 Menu/Exit button
for showing or hiding the configuration menu
14 Set button
for saving changes to the operating parameters
(for future functional extensions)
15 Arrow keys
for navigation in the configuration menu
Further information on the LEDs can be found on page 135.

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Installation 4
The VideoJet 8000 is designed for tabletop operation and installation in control
cabinets. The supplied mounting kit makes installation in a 19" rack fast and easy.
Four self-adhesive, anti-slip rubber feet are included with delivery. These can be
attached to the bottom of the unit.
Warning!
The unit is intended for indoor use only. Choose a suitable location for
installation where the equipment will not be subject to extremes of
temperature or humidity. The ambient temperature must be between 0 and
+50 °C. The relative humidity should not exceed 80% (no condensation).
The unit generates heat during operation. Ensure that there is adequate
ventilation and also that there is enough clearance between the unit and
heat-sensitive objects or equipment.
Please ensure the following conditions for installation:
]Do not mount the unit close to heaters or other heat sources. Avoid locations
in direct sunlight.
]Allow sufficient space for running cables.
]Ensure that the unit has adequate ventilation. For cabinet installation of
multiple units, pay particular attention to the overall thermal load.
]Use only the cables supplied for connection, or appropriate cables resistant to
electromagnetic interference.
]Position and run all cables so that they are protected from damage, and
provide strain relief where needed.

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Control cabinet installation
The VideoJet 8000 is ready for installation in a 19" rack. The necessary mounting
kit is included with the delivery.
Warning!
When installing in cabinets, ensure that each unit has adequate ventilation.
The free space around the unit must be at least 5 cm on the right and left
sides and at least 10 cm in the back.
The ambient temperature must be between 0 and +50 °C. The relative
humidity should not exceed 80%.
The unit generates heat during operation. Ensure that there is enough
clearance between the unit and heat-sensitive objects or equipment.
When installing additional units, direct contact with the VideoJet 8000 is
permitted if the surface temperature of the adjacent units does not exceed
+50 °C.
Unit installation
– Remove both screws on the front part of the right and left sides of the unit.
– Place both brackets from the mounting kit in the recesses by the screw holes
on the housing and attach them firmly using the four screws.
– Set the unit in the cabinet and attach the brackets to the frame using the four
screws, washers and lock nuts included in the kit.
– Insert the connector of the power cable in the power receptacle on the rear
side of the unit.

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Installation overview

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Connections
Cameras
Up to 8 standard video sources (CCTV cameras) can be connected to the
VideoJet 8000.Any camerasorothervideo sourcesthatproducea standardPAL
or NTSC signal are suitable for connection.
– Connect each of the cameras or other video sources with a video cable (75
ohm) to the BNC jacks Video 1 to Video 8.
– Set the slide switch (75 Ω) under the BNC jack to Oto terminate the video
input if the signal is not passed on further.
Network
The VideoJet 8000 can be connected to a 10/100/1000 Base-T network directly
or via a hub. Use a standard UTP Category 5 cable with RJ45 connectors for this.
– Attach the network cable to the 10/100/1000 MBit Base-T jack.
Alarm inputs
The alarm inputs are used to connect to external alarm devices, such as door
contactsorsensors.Giventheappropriateconfiguration, an alarmgeneratorcan,
for example, trigger an automatic connection between the VideoJet 8000 and a
remote location.
A voltage free closing contact or switch can be used as an actuator.
Note
Use a bounce-free contact system as the actuator if at all possible.
– Remove the terminal block from its receptacle.
– Connect the lines to the terminals and check that the connections are secure.
– Reconnect the terminal block to the unit.