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Software Manual
Vicon Part No. 8009-8185-30-00 Section 1 Rev 807
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Network Digital Video Recorder
Vicon Industries Inc. does not warrant that the functions contained in this equipment will meet your
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Important Notice
This Software Manual is delivered subject to the following conditions and restrictions:
 This Manual contains proprietary information belonging to Vicon. Such information is supplied solely for
the purpose of assisting explicitly and properly authorized users of the ViconNet system.
 No part of its contents may be used for any other purpose, disclosed to any person or firm or reproduced
by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the express prior written permission of Vicon.
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they are based are subject to change without notice.
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only in accordance with the terms of that agreement.
 Information in this Manual is subject to change without notice. Corporate and individual names and data
used in examples herein are fictitious unless otherwise noted.
Copyright ©2007 Vicon Industries Inc. All rights reserved.
ViconNet is a registered trademark of Vicon Industries Inc.
Other company and brand products and service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.

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About This Manual
The Kollector Lite Software Manual is comprised of the following chapters:
 Chapter 1, Introducing ViconNet, introduces the main concepts and system architecture of the
ViconNet system.
 Chapter 2, Getting to Know ViconNet, describes the main ViconNet application windows and their
functionality.
 Chapter 3, Configuring the ViconNet System, describes all available configuration functions in the
ViconNet system, including system setup and creating macros and schedules.
 Chapter 4, Viewing Live Video, describes the mandatory and optional tasks involved in viewing live
video.
 Chapter 5, Recording Live Video, describes the manual and automatic processes for recording live
video.
 Chapter 6, Playing Back Recorded Video, describes the process for playing back recorded video.
 Chapter 7, Managing Macros and Schedules, describes how manage and work with macros and
schedules in the ViconNet system.
 Chapter 8, Generating Reports, describes how to generate different types of reports available in the
ViconNet system.
 Chapter 9, Printing/Exporting Frames and Creating Video Files, describes how to print out or export
selected frames from Playback, and to create video files from selected playback segments.
 Appendix A, Configuring your Personal Firewall, describes how to configure your firewall to protect
your ViconNet system.
 Appendix B, Configuring the Network, describes how to configure network adaptors and DHCP.
 Appendix C, Setting Up a VPN Service, presents an example of how to setup a Virtual Private Network
(VPN) service (server and client) for the ViconNet application.

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1, INTRODUCING VICONNET ...........................................................................1
What Is ViconNet? ..........................................................................................................................................1
What Is the Kollector Lite? ............................................................................................................................2
How Does ViconNet Work? ...........................................................................................................................2
Frequently Asked Questions.........................................................................................................................3
ViconNet Products .........................................................................................................................................6
UPS System Requirements ...........................................................................................................................9
System Architecture.....................................................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 2, GETTING TO KNOW VICONNET ................................................................11
Logging In .....................................................................................................................................................12
Main Window.................................................................................................................................................13
Main Window Toolbar .................................................................................................................................15
Video and Recording Elements ..................................................................................................................17
Playback Controls.......................................................................................................................................33
Other Controls.............................................................................................................................................35
Navigator Window ........................................................................................................................................36
Navigator Window Toolbar .........................................................................................................................38
Navigator Area ............................................................................................................................................38
Recorded Device Contents.........................................................................................................................41
Main Window Display Location Area ..........................................................................................................46
Functions and Settings ...............................................................................................................................47
Alarm Window...............................................................................................................................................50
Logging Out, Exiting or Shutting Down .....................................................................................................53
Logging Out ................................................................................................................................................53
Exiting ViconNet..........................................................................................................................................54
Shutting Down or Restarting.......................................................................................................................54
Watchdog ......................................................................................................................................................54
CHAPTER 3, CONFIGURING THE VICONNET SYSTEM .................................................55
Accessing the Configuration Functions ....................................................................................................57
Modifying the System Configuration..........................................................................................................59
Configuring the Network Setup...................................................................................................................59
Configuring/Modifying Cameras, Sensors and Relays ...............................................................................65
Configuring/Modifying PTZ Controls...........................................................................................................72
Configuring Other RS232/422/485 Controls...............................................................................................73

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Using Reset Nucleus....................................................................................................................................74
Using the Central Failure Notification (CFN) Mechanism ........................................................................75
Configuring the Central Failure Notification (CFN) Display.....................................................................78
Configuring System Authorizations ...........................................................................................................80
Defining Groups..........................................................................................................................................81
Defining Users ............................................................................................................................................83
Configuring Site Authorization ...................................................................................................................86
Configuring Auto Login ...............................................................................................................................90
Configuring Storage Database Utilities......................................................................................................91
Configuring Storage Locations ...................................................................................................................92
Clearing Video and Audio Storage Locations.............................................................................................96
Configuring System Authentication ...........................................................................................................98
Defining Device Groups and Group Sets...................................................................................................99
Creating a Group Set..................................................................................................................................99
Configuring Manual Recording and Video Quality .................................................................................104
Configuring Automatic Recording............................................................................................................106
Configuring Auto/Manual FPS (Frames Per Second) .............................................................................109
Using the Recording Verification System (RVS).....................................................................................112
Creating Macros .........................................................................................................................................117
Creating Regular Macros..........................................................................................................................117
Activating Relays in Macros......................................................................................................................127
Defining Email and SMS ............................................................................................................................128
Setting Video Priority .................................................................................................................................130
Picture Quality and FPS Priority ...............................................................................................................130
Configuring Alarm Events .........................................................................................................................134
Defining Alarm Setup Links ......................................................................................................................135
Setting Pre/Post Alarms............................................................................................................................146
Creating Schedules....................................................................................................................................149
Configuring Low Bandwidth .....................................................................................................................154
Restoring and Backing Up System Settings ...........................................................................................155
Configuring an External Control...............................................................................................................156
Activating a Control...................................................................................................................................158
Defining Site Maps and Map Sets .............................................................................................................160
Creating a Map Set...................................................................................................................................160
Using the Language Translation Utility (LTU) .........................................................................................168
Creating a Library File ..............................................................................................................................168
Implementing the Translation in the ViconNet Application .......................................................................170

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Viewing the Settings Summary.................................................................................................................172
Display Settings..........................................................................................................................................173
Registering Your System...........................................................................................................................174
CHAPTER 4, VIEWING LIVE VIDEO ...............................................................................175
Overview......................................................................................................................................................176
Viewing Workflow.......................................................................................................................................177
Step 1: Selecting the Display Mode..........................................................................................................178
Step 2: Selecting Cameras ........................................................................................................................180
Step 3: Controlling the Picture..................................................................................................................184
Step 4: Zooming the Video Display ..........................................................................................................185
Step 5: Operating a PTZ Camera ..............................................................................................................186
CHAPTER 5, RECORDING LIVE VIDEO .........................................................................189
Overview......................................................................................................................................................190
Recording Live Video (On-Demand).........................................................................................................191
Automatic Recording .................................................................................................................................194
Automatic Scheduled Recording..............................................................................................................195
Alarm Recording.........................................................................................................................................196
CHAPTER 6, PLAYING BACK RECORDED VIDEO .......................................................197
Overview......................................................................................................................................................198
Playback Workflow.....................................................................................................................................199
Step 1: Selecting Recorded Video ............................................................................................................200
Step 2: Changing the Main Window Display Location ...........................................................................203
Step 3: Selecting the Playback Time Interval ..........................................................................................204
Step 4: Selecting the Playback Start Time...............................................................................................206
Step 5: Displaying Recorded Video Content ...........................................................................................209
Step 6: Playing Back from a Selected Camera........................................................................................211
Quick Playback .........................................................................................................................................212
Museum Search ..........................................................................................................................................215
Defining ROIs............................................................................................................................................218
How Episodes Are Determined.................................................................................................................219
Creating Archives.......................................................................................................................................220
CHAPTER 7, MANAGING MACROS AND SCHEDULES ...............................................225
Creating Macros and Schedules...............................................................................................................226
Working with Macros .................................................................................................................................226

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CHAPTER 8, GENERATING REPORTS..........................................................................229
Overview......................................................................................................................................................230
Saving Logs ..............................................................................................................................................230
Opening the Reports Window ...................................................................................................................233
Generating Device Status Reports ...........................................................................................................234
Generating Alarm History Reports ...........................................................................................................235
Generating Recording Status Reports .....................................................................................................239
Generating Audit Log Reports ..................................................................................................................241
Generating RVS Log Reports....................................................................................................................243
Generating CFN Log Reports....................................................................................................................245
CHAPTER 9, PRINTING/EXPORTING FRAMES AND CREATING VIDEO FILES .........247
Printing Frames ..........................................................................................................................................248
Exporting Frames .......................................................................................................................................249
Creating Video Files ...................................................................................................................................250
APPENDIX A, CONFIGURING THE PERSONAL FIREWALL ........................................253
Disabling the Personal Firewall ................................................................................................................256
Opening the RDP Option (Port) Within the Personal Firewall ...............................................................257
APPENDIX B, CONFIGURING THE NETWORK .............................................................259
Configuring the Network Adapter.............................................................................................................260
Configuring a Network with DHCP ...........................................................................................................261
APPENDIX C, SETTING UP A VPN SERVICE ................................................................263
Step 1: Setting Up the VPN Server ...........................................................................................................264
Step 2: Setting Up the Dialup Connection ...............................................................................................267
Step 3: Selecting the VPN Network Adapter............................................................................................270
Step 4: Setting Up the VPN Network ........................................................................................................271
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................................272

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Chapter 1
Introducing ViconNet
This chapter introduces the ViconNet system and includes the following sections:
• What Is ViconNet?, page 1, provides a brief overview of the ViconNet system.
• What Is the Kollector Lite?, page 2, describes the Kollector Lite recorder.
• How Does ViconNet Work?, page 2, describes overall functionality of the ViconNet system.
• ViconNet Products, page 6, provides a brief description of the main ViconNet components and the
software options available.
• UPS System Requirements, page 9, outlines the main ViconNet system requirements.
• System Architecture, page 10, illustrates the ViconNet system architecture.
What Is ViconNet?
ViconNet is a complete video surveillance solution that may include a variety of workstations, recording and
storage devices, cameras, monitors, encoders and decoders. All these are connected over an Ethernet
network and communicate with each other via ViconNet management software. ViconNet is a fully scalable
solution, appropriate for large or small installations and can make use of a variety of transmission methods,
including IP. All devices in a ViconNet network can communicate with each other, which enables tremendous
control and flexibility regarding how and from where surveillance video is monitored and managed. For
example, a global corporation with many sites can merge its surveillance operations into one ViconNet
system, with cameras at one location providing video that can be viewed, reviewed and stored on the other
side of the world. Various authority levels may be assigned to ViconNet users at each location, allowing for
different levels of access and control of the system.

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What Is the Kollector Lite?
The Kollector Lite is a 16-channel digital video recorder powered by a software platform called ViconNet,
which allows each Kollector Lite recorder to record video from local analog inputs and provide video to other
Kollector Lite recorders and Workstations over the network.
ViconNet also powers each Kollector Lite recorder with the ability to be remotely configured by Kollector Elite
recorders and Workstations on the network. Changes to camera titling, macro programming and scheduling,
as well as frame rate manipulation, are all possible from one or more recorders or workstations on the
system.
The Kollector Lite utilizes two different video compression methods, selectable based on the application’s
requirements:
• Normal: Optimized MPEG4. A proprietary compression algorithm developed by Vicon that produces
outstanding video quality and extended recording durations.
• Full: JPEG. Standard full-frame compression for use in situations that cannot use motion compensation
compression.
The Kollector Lite can distribute its own collected video to each client, or other server, upon request over a
network. Each client is capable of viewing 16 simultaneous cameras while supporting archiving, system
configuration and the control of pan/tilt/zoom drives. It includes full 16-channel simultaneous record and
playback, an integrated GUI for system configuration/playback/record on a SVGA monitor and support for
NTSC/EIA and PAL/CCIR video cameras. In addition, the Kollector Lite supports Internet connectivity for
remote video transmission.
How Does ViconNet Work?
The idea behind the ViconNet system architecture is relatively simple ⎯enable full flexibility and minimize
system complexity for the users. The ViconNet system configured on a network can deal with numerous
Workstations. This means that users can use their individual Workstations to view different cameras and
microphones from all ViconNet transmitters (meaning, any device that generates video, such as: the Kollector
Elite, Kollector Pro, Kollector Lite, IP camera, IP server and so on) within the system simultaneously. The data
that can be viewed includes all live data as well as recorded data.
In addition, users can perform recording operations on their individual Workstations within the ViconNet
system according to their requirements. Depending on the assigned authority level, each user can view
everything that is configured in the system at any time.
Connection to transmitters is not limited only to local area networks (LANs), but is also possible for wide area
networks (WANs) and the Internet.

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Frequently Asked Questions
The following set of questions and answers have been created to help customers get the most out of the
potential of ViconNet. Each question is a real-life situation answered by Vicon’s outstanding technical support
group.
• What is the daily hard drive usage of a Kollector Lite?
Approx 5 to 6 GB a day (on a 120 FPS unit and half that on a 60 FPS unit), based on a quality setting of 5
(Normal).
NOTE: Quality settings directly affect daily HDD usage (higher quality = greater HDD consumption).
• What are the options for storage on external (remote) devices?
External storage can be provided using a PC with large internal storage setup as a ViconNet workstation
running VN1000V4 software or a Vicon VN-NVR workstation preconfigured with large internal storage.
Networked Attached Storage (NAS) (Fileserver) can be used primarily for archived data and sometimes
for normal database activity; application dependant.
NOTE: Network performance will vary with NAS capabilities and bandwidth usage.
• What are the options for storage on external (local) devices?
SCSI-RAID, which must be configured as shipped from the factory. This is not an option that can be
added on by the end user/installer.
• What is the average packet size?
TCP/IP protocols control packet sizes, which are completely dependent on the camera video and cannot
be calculated due to the numerous dynamic interactions.
• Which TCP/IP ports are involved?
4354, 4355, 4356, 4357, 4358, 4359, TCP and UDP. All ports are required for proper communication.
NOTE: For VN-WEB, port 80 (HTTP) should also be opened
• Is the network protocol considered to be Broadcast (transmit to all), Multicast (transmit to a select
group), or Unicast (transmit to a single receiver) traffic?
Unicast
• Does the network protocol use any UDP ports? (UDP/IP is like TCP/IP but without any error
recovery service, and is typically used in Broadcast messages.)
No.

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• What is the bandwidth requirement for a single node?
One camera at 30 FPS over the network with low motion activity received the following readings:
Quality Bandwidth
1 – Normal Approximately 600 Kb/sec
3 – Normal Approximately 500 Kb/sec
5 – Normal Approximately 200 Kb/sec
• Does Vicon offer a software developer’s kit for custom applications?
There is no SDK, but there is an API. The API for the ViconNet DVR series of products is a controlled
document requiring a non-disclosure agreement to be signed prior to release. All requests for the API
should be directed to your Vicon sales representative. All technical support questions regarding the API
should be directed to the ViconNet engineers at [email protected].
• How does the Kollector Lite talk to the Workstations when viewing? Does each camera send video
or do all active cameras get sent together?
Each camera sends video separately.
• Can the network bandwidth be increased to allow for more information (frame rates)?
The Kollector Lite will always use the maximum bandwidth available, but it will sacrifice FPS in order to
maintain the selected quality within that available bandwidth.
• Who should I contact if I want to add a second NIC card to the Kollector Lite? (One application
might require a 100BaseT and another might require a 100BaseFX (fiber with ST connectors.)
The Kollector Lite supports multiple installed NICs. The standard product uses a 100/1000MB Ethernet
NIC. Talk to your salesperson if you require a customized unit.
• Can we set up presets or tours through a Kollector Lite for our PTZ domes?
Any dome feature is accessible from any Kollector Lite or Workstation, based on the logged in user’s
authorization profile and on whether PTZ drivers are installed and configured.
• Is there a priority level available for PTZ domes on a Kollector Lite? If two people are looking at a
Kollector Lite remotely and trying to PTZ the same dome, what happens?
In a primary/secondary setup, the first person connected to a camera controls the PTZ. All others are
locked out until that camera is released (primary/secondary status is indicated by a P or S in the lower-left
corner of that video display). Another user, a secondary user, can request to be the primary user (lower
priority), or force the changeover (only if the secondary user's priority is higher than the current primary
user). If the second user has lower priority and requests to take control, the current primary user decides
whether to allow the changeover or not.
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• How do we save the recorded images to a transportable file type (such as *.AVI) for video clips?
The Vicon line of products can burn CDs in the ViconNet proprietary format that will enable a viewer to be
exported and allow playback of the secure (unalterable) format (the playback PC must meet the minimum
requirements of the viewer). It can also create *.AVI, XVID or MPEG-4 files, playable in Windows Media
player (video and audio). These files are not secure, and can be altered. Still images (in *.JPG format)
can also be exported from the application.
• After capturing a still image from the Kollector Lite's software, can the image be processed or
enhanced before exporting to improve quality of the image?
The viewed image can be altered while on display (brightness, color, contrast), but the file itself cannot be
changed; by extension, the exported images would not be altered. Most computers have a graphics
application (such as Microsoft Paint) that can be used, and there are many third-party software products
designed to alter *.JPG files (which is the type of picture created using the export feature).
• What operating system does the Kollector Lite use?
Windows XP Embedded. Each model/application and release has its own particular embedded revision.
• Does the ViconNet product line have the ability to send any notification on an alarm?
Alarm macros can be created on the recorder that sends the alarm notification and/or video to any other
device (Kollector Lite or Workstation) on the network.
• How do I find the MAC address of a local network card?
On Windows XP/Elite/Lite: At the command prompt, type getmac.
• What PTZ devices can the Kollector Lite control?
Currently, the driver version 912 contains Vicon, Pelco (D Protocol), Ernitec, Samsung, Sensormatic,
Kalatel and Philips (Bosch), Pelco P Protocol, Panasonic, Elbex (Ver. 0.77), Elbex (Ver 0.91). Vicon
frequently updates the driver version. Contact Vicon for the most up-to-date driver information.
NOTE: Vicon strongly recommends bench testing Kollector Lite recorders with any PTZ, prior to final
installation.

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ViconNet Products
ViconNet’s environment is comprised of one or more sites (systems) connected by a network. The various
ViconNet site types available are described below:
• Digital Video Recorder (DVR): The Kollector Elite, Kollector Pro and Kollector Lite, each of which has up
to 16 camera and microphone inputs. (The hybrid Kollector Elite supports audio input as standard and it is
available as an option in the Kollector Lite). DVRs, which are managed by ViconNet applications, can
perform local and remote video recording, local and remote video playback and can archive video/audio
data to any suitable SCSI-connected RAID device.
• Workstation: The VN-NVR Workstation or the ViconNet software loaded onto a computer meeting the
defined minimum hardware and software requirements. Workstations can remote-view live and playback
video from networked Recorders, Servers and other Workstations. In addition, Workstations can handle
alarms sent from ViconNet Recorders and Servers.
• IP Camera/Server: A family of video cameras and servers that convert analog video into digital for use
with the ViconNet system.
• Virtual Matrix Controller (VMC): The Virtual Matrix Controller (VMC) is software loaded onto a
preconfigured computer meeting the defined minimum hardware and software requirements. The VMC
can remote-view live and playback video networked Recorders, Servers and Workstations. Unlike the
VN-NVR, all video output is sent via the network to decoders (KRX-3), which adjust and transfer the video
to remote display monitors.
• KRX-3 Decoder: A video decoder used with the Virtual Matrix (VMC) that can control and handle up
to three analog remote monitors, in composite, S-Video and VGA formats.
• Keypad: A keypad used with the VMC for selecting, using the devices secondary ID, which video
should be displayed on which monitors. For more details about the device secondary ID, refer to the
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The software options that are available depend on the component on which the ViconNet application is
installed. The applicable component type appears at the top of the application window.
Type Product Application Options Available
Hybrid DVR Kollector Elite The Kollector Elite can connect to any IP camera or Recorder in the system (Kollector
Elite, Kollector Pro or Kollector Lite) and can utilize any of their devices.
For more details, refer to the Kollector Elite Software Manual, XX112-3X.
DVR Kollector Pro
The Kollector Pro operates on a standalone basis and can only be seen by other
Recorders and Workstations on the network. It can access only its own local cameras
and microphones.
For more details, refer to the Kollector Pro Software Manual, XX128-3X.
DVR/Server Kollector Lite The Kollector Lite can be accessed by all other devices to view and record its
cameras. It records and transmits video to other Kollector Elites, Pros and
Workstations on the network.
The Kollector Lite can be connected to a network via a network hub or switch directly
into a Recorder or Workstation by using a crossover cable. It has 16 cameras and 4
sensors.
For more details, refer to the subsequent chapters in this manual.
Workstation VN-NVR The VN-NVR Workstation or the ViconNet software loaded onto a computer meeting
the minimum hardware and software requirements. Workstations can remote-view live
and playback video from networked recorders, servers and other Workstations. In
addition, Workstations can handle alarms sent from recorders and servers.
Workstations can connect to any Recorder (Kollector Elite or Kollector Pro) or Server
(Kollector Lite) and can utilize any of their cameras.
For more details, refer to the Workstation Software Manual, XX113-0X.
Server IP
Cameras/Servers
There are several types of IP cameras/servers, as described below:
1. SurveyorVFT (IP camera dome): A PTZ camera with 360 degree rotation and
digital zoom facility, which is also a transmitter. It can be connected straight to
the network like a Kollector. If it is connected to a ViconNet network, the
SurveyorVFT appears in the Sites List. Using this camera can save buying
Kollectors, for example, as you can have one Kollector, 16 regular cameras and
a number of SurveyorVFT cameras connected directly to the network.
2. VN-755IP: A regular camera with a ViconNet IP card installed, which can be
connected directly to a network (and therefore does not need a Kollector). The
VN-755IP has three more inputs for analog cameras and acts like a server. The
internal compression card outputs digital video.
3. I-ONYX VN-855 Series: A regular camera with a ViconNet IP card installed,
which can be connected directly to a network (and therefore does not need a
Kollector). Three versions are available, a super-high-resolution model, a
day/night camera and a camera with Wide Dynamic Range.
4. VN-301T (single channel): A small server that contains a video compression
card. It is connected to a network and supports one analog camera input.
5. V910 (Roughneck dome camera): A fixed IP dome (without movement), so does
not provide an indication of the direction in which it is pointing. It can be
connected directly to the network.
6. KTX-4: A four-channel video server that converts analog video into digital for
use with the ViconNet system via the network.

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Type Product Application Options Available
Workstation Virtual Matrix
Controller (VMC)
The VMC is an application that enables the user to perform many of the same actions
as they can directly from the ViconNet transmitters or Workstation (such as: switching
cameras/microphones, handling alarms, playback, and so on) simulating a crosspoint
matrix switcher. The video selected in the Virtual Matrix can be displayed on multiple
remote monitors within your network, each with an unlimited number of views. These
monitors provide a much higher quality image. The video is displayed using KRX-3
Video Decoders. The Virtual Matrix Controller is software-based and runs on a
preconfigured PC.
Workstation Viewer
(VN100/VN500)
The Viewer is a limited-functionality version of the ViconNet application that operates
on your PC prior to registration.
After you register your application, the PC on which it is installed is recognized as a
Workstation, and the full Workstation functionality of the application is automatically
enabled. The Viewer is also installed automatically on any CD or DVD that is created
using the Archive feature. In this way, an archive can be loaded and played on any
PC. (No software installation is required. The CD or DVD will already include the
necessary software.)
The Viewer provides only the basic Live and Playback viewing options. The only
system functions available are setting the site IPs, site authorization and registration.
NOTES:
It is strongly recommended that the Nucleus and backup Nucleus (if necessary), whenever possible,
should run on dedicated Workstations.
• Small system – Less then 5 sites
In a small system, the Nucleus can be on any of the recorders or Workstations.
A backup Nucleus should only be configured if deemed necessary.
NOTE: If the Nucleus is configured on a recorder and the recorder is heavily loaded with recording
and transmissions, then the Nucleus should be moved to a dedicated Workstation.
• Medium/Large system – More then 5 sites
In a medium/large system the Nucleus and backup Nucleus should run on a dedicated Workstation
only.
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UPS System Requirements
Vicon requires the use of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems in the electrical power service. Failure
to comply with this will void the unit warranty.
Use the following minimum UPS requirements:
• Capacity: 1000 VA/600 W
• Maximum operation time:
• 16 cameras recording/displaying with a typical 15" CRT monitor): 18 minutes
• 16 cameras recording/displaying with a typical 17" CRT monitor): 5 minutes
• Input:
• Voltage: 115 VAC/230 VAC
• Voltage Range: ±30% (with a 4-step AVR)
• Frequency: 47 – 63 Hz (auto detection)
• Output:
• Voltage: 115 VAC/230 VAC
• Voltage Reduction (bat. mode): ±10%
NOTES:
It is required that external devices (such as RAID units, backup drives or external DVD units) be connected to
the power source via UPS when used with the ViconNet system.

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System Architecture
The diagram shown below illustrates a ViconNet system structure that incorporates a variety of ViconNet
devices.

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Chapter 2
Getting to Know ViconNet
This chapter describes the ViconNet application and familiarizes you with its components and functionality.
This chapter contains the following sections:
• Logging In, page 12, describes how to log in to the ViconNet application.
• Main Window, page 13, describes all the elements in the ViconNet Main window that provide access to
the basic functions required to operate the system.
• Navigator Window, page 36, describes all the elements in the ViconNet Navigator window that provide
access to all playback functionality.
• Alarm Window, page 50, describes the popup window displayed when an alarm event occurs in the
system.
• Logging Out, Exiting or Shutting Down, page 53, describes how to log out without closing the ViconNet
application, to close the ViconNet application and exit to the operating system, or to shut down or restart
the ViconNet unit.
• Watchdog, page 54, describes the Watchdog feature, which acts as a safety mechanism in cases of
unforeseen incidents such as temporary power failures.

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Logging In
Logging in to the ViconNet application is performed using your assigned user name and password. The
allowed system operations are dependent on your assigned authorization rights (refer to Chapter 3,
Configuring the ViconNet System, for additional details).
The full functionality of the ViconNet system is available only after the system is registered. Before registration
is performed, the system will function with limited Viewer functionality only. Refer to the Registering Your
System section in Chapter 3, Configuring the ViconNet System for further information.
A ViconNet Administrator user can configure the system to automatically log in selected users. Then, each
time the user starts the application, he/she will be presented with the ViconNet Main window without having to
enter a user name and password. Refer to the Configuring Auto Login section in Chapter 3, Configuring the
ViconNet System.
NOTE: Before you log in to the ViconNet application, verify that the hardware components are properly
installed and functional. For additional details, refer to the installation manual.
To log in to the ViconNet application:
1. At your Kollector Lite, double-click the ViconNet icon on your Windows desktop,
-OR-
Select StartJViconNet. The ViconNet Login window appears, displaying the name of the last logged in
user.
NOTE: If you restart your Kollector Lite, the ViconNet application automatically starts up with the Login
window open.
2. In the User Name field, enter your assigned user name. If you are an administrator entering for the first
time, enter admin. If you are a guest, enter guest.