Verint Nextiva S1808e User manual

All users should read the user manuals for complete details on installation, usage and functionality.
Quick Installation Guide for the Multiport Encoders
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Nextiva S1800e Series
This installation guide provides instructions for installing and performing the initial configuration. All users
should read the user manuals for complete details on installation, usage and functionality.
Contents of the Package
●One S1808e, S1808e-A, S1816e, S1816e-A or S1816e-SP video encoder featuring H.264 technology
●One set of rack-mount brackets with four screws (Philips M3 x 6mm pan head)
●One Nextiva S1800e series Quick Installation Guide
Optional Accessories
●PS1261: Efficiency level V compliant power supply for Nextiva S1800e series
●PS1281: 19-inch rack mountable power supply for up to 10 multiport devices.
●PS1282: Efficiency level V compliant 19-inch rack mountable power supply available in two models:
●PS1282-10: 19-inch rack mountable power supply for up to 10 - Nextiva S1800e series encoders.
●PS1282-20: 19-inch rack mountable power supply for up to 20 - Nextiva S1800e series encoders.
●PDP10-2: 19-inch 1U power distribution panel rack mount to connect up to ten Nextiva S1800e series
encoders
Hardware Overview
The Nextiva Multiport S1800e series multiport encoders are available in five models: S1808e, S1808e-A,
S1816e, S1816e-A or S1816e-SP. Prior to adding the S1816e-SP encoder to Nextiva VMS, use
SConfigurator to set the mode of the unit. The change will take effect after rebooting the unit. For information
on changing the setting, see Setting the H.264 Encoding Mode for the S1816e-SP on page 6.
Nextiva S1800e Series Multiport Front View
Nextiva S1800e Series Multiport Rear View
The audio option is only available on the S1808e-A and S1816e-A.

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Installing the Nextiva S1800e Series Encoder
This section explains how to install a Nextiva S1800e series encoder on a desktop or flat surface and mount
the encoder in a rack.
NOTE: This equipment must be used in compliance with local laws and regulations.
►To install the Nextiva S1800e series encoder on a flat surface:
1. Remove any debris and dust from the surface as well as the surrounding area.
2. Place the encoder on the flat surface.
3. Ensure that you have access to both the front and rear of the encoder and that the fan airflow is not
blocked.
►To install the Nextiva S1800e series encoder on a rack:
1. Align the rack-mount brackets with the holes on the side of the encoder.
2. Screw the rack-mount brackets to the encoder using 5 in-lb (0.56 N-m) force with the provided screws.
3. Slide the encoder into the 1U mounting space in the rack cabinet and ensure that the fan airflow is not
blocked.
4. Secure the encoder to the rack cabinet using the screws supplied with the rack.

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Connecting the Nextiva S1800e Series Encoder
This section explains how to connect the video, network and power cables to the Nextiva S1800e series
encoder.
►To connect the cables for video and network:
1. Plug the video cables from the analog cameras to the BNC connectors on the rear of the encoder.
2. Plug an ethernet cable into the LAN 1 network (RJ-45) connector on the front of the encoder. LAN 2 on the
encoder is used by Verint support for debugging purposes.
►To connect the wiring for power:
NOTE: You can use the PS1261 or any other certified power supply to connect to the Nextiva S1800e series
encoder. If you plan on using a power supply other than the PS1261, ensure that it is certified with an
output voltage rating of 12V DC and an output current rating of 1.8A up to 3A. The power wire gauge
should be in the wire range of 28-16 AWG in order to properly engage the terminal block plug.
1. Remove the terminal block plug from the rear of the encoder.
2. Verify the polarity of each wire from the power supply according to the attached label.
3. Connect the positive power wire in the corresponding +12V pole and the negative power wire in the
corresponding GND pole on the terminal block plug and screw them into place using 1.7 in-lb (0.19 N-m)
force.
4. Connect the terminal block plug to the on the rear of the encoder.
5. Connect the power supply to an outlet or UPS.
6. If required, connect the serial ports of the Nextiva S1800e encoder to the PTZ cameras.
NOTE: If you are using the PS1282 power supply with a PDP10-2 power distribution panel, refer to the
PDP10-2 Installation Guide that is shipped with the PDP10-2 to set up the power distribution panel.

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►To connect the audio cable from a audio source for the S1808e-A and S1816e-A:
1. Plug the audio cable from an audio source such as a microphone to the audio/MIC input connectors on the
rear of the encoder.
Obtaining the IP Address of the Nextiva S1800e Series
Encoder
By default, all Nextiva S1800e series encoders are DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) enabled.
Use SConfigurator to obtain the IP address of the encoder. If you have a DHCP server, the encoder will
automatically obtain a valid IP configuration. Otherwise, you need to manually enter a IP address.
►To obtain the IP address of the encoder:
1. Download the latest version of SConfigurator from: www.verint.com/manuals.
2. Extract the executable file (SConfigurator.exe) to the desktop of the computer.
3. Start SConfigurator by double-clicking SConfigurator.exe on the desktop.
4. In the General tab, click Program Options.
5. Check Detect All Units on LAN.
6. Ensure that the VSIP Port is 5510; otherwise, click Default.
7. Ensure that the Discovery IP Address is 255.255.255.255; otherwise, click Reset to Broadcast.
8. Click OK.
9. Select the Units tab, then click Discover. The information displayed for the Nextiva S1800e series encoder
will vary depending on whether your network is using a DHCP server or not.

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■In a DHCP environment, the Unit Name column in the Units box displays the model name and a unique
alpha-numeric value that corresponds to the MAC address of the encoder.
■In APIPA mode, the Unit Name column in the Units box displays Unknown and the first two octets of
the IP address in the Address column is 169.254. Use the following procedure to set the IP address for
the encoder.
►To set the IP address of the encoder manually:
1. Select the device in the Units box and click Configure.
2. In the Unit Name box, type a name for the encoder.
3. In the tree view, expand the Network node and click IP.
4. In the IP Address box, type an IP address for the encoder.
5. In the Subnet Mask box, type the address specifying in which subnet the IP address of the encoder
belongs.
6. In the Gateway box, type the IP address of the server that acts as an access point to another network.
NOTE: You do not need to use a gateway if the encoder communicates with other devices on the same
subnet.
7. Click OK.
8. Click Exit to close SConfigurator.
NOTE: Any configuration changes made to the encoder using Nextiva VMS will override the changes made
using SConfigurator or the Web Interface.

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Documentation
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product documentation CD that was shipped with our Nextiva
Intelligent Edge Device products. To obtain the latest version of the
manuals, please visit: www.verint.com/manuals
Configuring Audio
The S1808e-A and S1816e-A encoders supports
audio. Use SConfigurator to set the audio settings.
►To configure the audio:
1. Double-click SConfigurator.exe to start
SConfigurator.
2. Select the Units tab, then click Discover.
3. Select the S1808e-A or S1816e-A encoder and
click Configure.
4. In the tree view, click the Audio node.
5. From the Sampling Rate list, select from 8 kHz.
6. Expand the Audio node.
7. Select an Encoder to configure.
8. Set the value for the following settings:
■Input Type: Select Line-in or Mic (with pre-
amp).
■Input Compression: Select Uncompressed
PCM (128 kbps) or μ-LAW (64 kbps).
■Gain State: Select Enabled or Disabled.
■Gain Level: Move the slider to the left or right.
■Bias State: Select Enabled or Disabled.
■Bias Level: Move the slider to the left or right.
9. Repeat Step 7 and Step 8 for the remaining
Encoders.
10.Click OK.
11.Click Exit to close SConfigurator.
Setting the H.264 Encoding
Mode for the S1816e-SP
The S1816e-SP supports H.264 and MPEG-4 video
on all 16 ports and can be configured in dual or triple
stream modes. By default, the S1816e-SP is set to
dual stream mode consisting of a single
high-performance H.264 stream and a single
MPEG-4 stream per video input. However, you can
set it to triple stream mode consisting of two H.264
streams with lower resolution and framerate and a
single MPEG-4 stream per video input.
►To change the performance mode for the S1816e-
SP:
1. Double-click SConfigurator.exe to start
SConfigurator.
2. Select the Units tab, then click Discover.
3. Select the S1816e-SP encoder and click
Configure.
4. In the Unit Name box, from the Performance Mode
list, select the H.264 streaming mode. You can
select from:
5. Click Reboot Unit for the change to take effect.
■Single H.264: One H.264 stream and one
MPEG-4 stream per video input.
■Dual H.264: Two H.264 streams with lower
resolution and framerate and one MPEG-4
stream per video input
6. Click OK to close the Unit Configuration dialog box.
7. Click Exit to close SConfigurator.
CAUTION: Once you have added the S1816e-SP to
Nextiva VMS, changing the S1816e-SP's
mode requires that you delete the device
from Nextiva VMS and then use
SConfigurator to change the mode; you will
be required to add the device again in
Nextiva VMS.