Page 2: Table Of Contents
Appendix I - Unit Specification ............. 216 Appendix J - Status Pages ............218 Whilst every attempt is made to ensure these manuals are accurate and current, Dedicated Micros reserve the right to alter or modify the specification of the machine described herein without prejudice.
Page 3 CLOSED IPTV The SD Excel is supplied ready to be part of the next generation of video security – Closed IPTV. Dedicated Micros’ ground breaking Closed IPTV solution makes deploying an IP Video, CCTV system safe, secure and simple.
Page 4: Features
SDKs to ensure future on-going compatibility. Closed IPTV Dedicated Micros’ ground breaking Closed IPTV solution makes deploying an IP Video, CCTV system safe, secure and simple. Combining patent-pending innovation with zeroconf networking technology, Closed IPTV automatically allocates IP addresses to IP cameras by physical port.
Page 5 Point&go provides the user with easy to use, fast, accurate telemetry control via an attached monitor. With no need for a telemetry keyboard, users are able to use Pan & Tilt control of a Dedicated Micros Oracle Dome simply by clicking an area of the monitor. The camera will instantly respond, positioning the selected area in the middle of the screen, ideal for tracking movement through a scene.
Page 6: Important Safeguards
This reminder is provided to call the CCTV system installer’s attention to Art. 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. SD Excel...
Page 7 CE Mark If this product is marked with the CE symbol it indicates compliance with all applicable directives. Directive 89/336/EEC. A ‘Declaration of Conformity’ is held at Dedicated Micros Ltd., 1200 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Cheshire, WA4 4HS, UK. Laser The unit supports an integrated CD-R/DVD-R writer, the following are additional warnings associated with installing and operating the CD-R/DVD-R writer, please pay particular attention to this information.
Page 8: Installing The Unit
Choosing a location for installation • The SD Excel is designed to be desk, shelf or rack mounted. Rack mounting brackets are available as an optional accessory. • Ensure the SD Excel unit is properly ventilated to protect from overheating.
Page 9: Electrical Connections
Recording MultiMode The unit supports MultiMode recording, which is a storage technology developed by Dedicated Micros. This offers the ability to set different recording rates, resolutions and compression formats across scheduled, normal and alarm modes for each individual camera.
Page 10: Installation
The position of the HDMI connector will vary dependent on model Audio Audio IN (Dual) RCA (phono) socket, 8KHz/16KHz/22KHz sampling 75Ω input impedance, 1V pk-pk Audio OUT (Dual) RCA (phono) socket, line level <100Ω output impedance,1V pk-pk amplification required SD Excel...
Page 11: Alarms And Relays
RS-485 (2 wire & 4 wire) 2x USB2.0 connectors Infra-Red Input connector for IR Remote Control Extender RJ45 Ethernet network connector, 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet Network RJ12 connector for use with Dedicated Micros telemetry keyboards (KBC1, KBC2) RJ12 expansion port for future use SATA...
Page 12 DNS (Domain Name Service) address. Important : The Closed IPTV SD Excel unit must be in Configure mode to find any existing units on the network with addresses in the range it can automatically assign. It can then give suitable IP addresses for new cameras, avoiding potential IP address clashes.
Page 13: Step 3 - Monitor
The SD Excel has 16 channels that can be used for analogue input. Analogue channels can also be used as recode channels for 3rd party IP inputs or they can also be used to remote codec NetVu Connected capable encoders.
Page 14: Step 4 - Connecting Audio
D I O U S B The SD Excel supports two channels of bi-directional audio, accessible through NetVu ObserVer. Connect the audio equipment to the phono sockets AUDIO IN and AUDIO OUT. The audio channel defaults to recording camera 1.
Page 15: Step 6 - Alarms
Pin 15 Pin 14 The SD Excel supports 20 normally open/closed tamper proof alarm inputs, or one Global keyswitch input with camera specific inputs configurable as entry/exit alarms. The alarms support tamper proof detection using 1k in line and 5K end of line resistance. The unit detects short circuit, open circuit and contact closure.
Page 16: Step 7 - Connecting Serial Ports
Connecting twisted pair telemetry for PTZ cameras. Providing text data recorded with the video e.g. Point of Sale. Debug operations. Note: Telemetry cameras should be connected to Serial 3 and 4. Text data can be retrieved from any serial port. SD Excel...
Page 17: Step 8 - Connecting A Keyboard
RS232 RS485 Step 8 - Connecting a Keyboard The SD Excel supports Dedicated Micro keyboards DM/KBC1 and DM/KBC2. Connect either of these keyboards via the KBD connector on the rear panel. Note: Refer to the Unit Operation section of this manual for further guidance regarding the supported keyboards.
Page 18: Step 10 - Connecting Power
V I D V I D The SD Excel has an internal power supply unit. Connect the mains lead to the unit and then to the wall V I D socket, or to a fused spur connection. To be compliant with wiring regulations in some countries, an Alarm/...
Page 19: Closed Iptv
Closed IPTV Closed IPTV Camera Allocation Analogue channels can be utilised by the BNC connections on the back of the unit OR by the sockets on the Layer 3 Enhanced CCTV Switch. If an IP source is plugged into a channel occupied by a BNC connection, the BNC will take priority and possess the channel, whilst the IP connection will be added to an unassigned list, allowing it to be tied to an available channel through the configuration pages.
Page 20 If multiple changes are made, it is recommended that the NVR is reset after correcting the configuration to ensure perfect allocation. IMPORTANT: For further information refer to the Layer 3 Enhanced CCTV Switch manual SD Excel...
Page 21: Configuring The Unit
Configuring the Unit The unit can be configured either on the local monitor or over the network using a PC with Internet Explorer or similar browser. Both have near identical menu interfaces. Accessing the menus on a local monitor The Configuration pages can be displayed on a local monitor. When connected, press the MENU button on the IR Remote Control.
Page 22: Accessing The Configuration Webpages
IPTV->Settings). The Closed IPTV logo in the top corner of the configuration pages gives a quick indication of whether the system is in Secure or Configuration mode. Dedicated Micros recommend the system is always left in Secure Mode unless Closed IPTV settings are actually being edited.
Page 23: Remote Control
Remote Control The IR Remote Control offers all the control functionality required to navigate the menus. Note: Not all buttons on the IR Remote Control are relevant for the Unit. Button Switches the Remote Control to ‘TV’ mode and sends codes understood by common TV sets.
Page 24 The Number pad should be used to select specific cameras and preset positions when available. Use the Playback buttons to interrogate recorded images. Use the LIVE button to switch from Playback or menus to a LIVE display. SD Excel...
Page 25: Main Menu
ObserVer Manual Select to open an electronic version of the NetVu ObserVer User Guide. NetVu ObserVer is a free video management software package from Dedicated Micros that allows users to seamlessly view distributed images from any ‘NetVu Connected’ product. •...
Page 26 By default, no Usernames and Passwords are required to access any of the various menus. Usernames and Passwords can however be added to regulate access to the Configuration and Viewer menus. Refer to the ‘Console Settings-> User Accounts’ menu for information on establishing Usernames and Passwords. SD Excel...
Page 27: Navigating The Configuration Menus
Navigating The Configuration Menus The menu tree provides access to the configuration menus. The configuration pages are navigated using the menu tree (displayed on the left of each page). Selecting one of the menu options will display the relevant page. Associated sub-menus will then be available. Relevant menus can also be accessed directly from other menu screens via the coloured softkey options shown at the base of each menu.
Page 28: Using The Ir Remote Control
Use the Live button to switch to display live images from a camera when viewing recorded images from the same camera. Use the Menu button to display the configuration menus. Note: See below for information on entering alpha-numeric data. SD Excel...
Page 29: Entering Alpha-Numeric Data Via A Local Monitor
Using a Supported Dedicated Micros Keyboard (DM/KBC1 & DM/KBC2) The unit can also be controlled using an optional Dedicated Micros keyboard. This is connected via the KBD connector on the rear of the unit and provides the same control functions as the I.R Remote Control.
Page 30: System Settings
The Maintain page allows the current configuration to be saved, and for previously saved settings to be loaded. It also enables easy upgrade of the system software. The PowerScript Mgmt page allows installed PowerScripts to be activated/deactivated on start-up. SD Excel...
Page 31 Attributes 6.13 This menu shows the general information about the unit including the version of software installed, the unit’s serial number and the allocated DHCP IP address. Product Descriptor Details the product model. Serial Number Identifies the serial number of the specific unit. PCB Serial Number Displays the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) serial number of the unit.
Page 32: Software Menu
This identifies the version of the Telemetry control device installed on the unit. Applet Version This identifies the applet version installed on the unit Note: Refer to ‘Display Settings->Viewer Defaults’ for guidance on using a remote applet (this can lessen load times when accessing multiple DVRs/Servers). SD Excel...
Page 33 System (Red) Select this option to return to the System menu. About (Blue) Select to open the Status->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page.
Page 34 Those camera channels with cameras connected will be highlighted light green. Those not in use will appear dark green. Recording Those camera channels that are currently recording are highlighted light green. Those not recording will appear dark green. SD Excel...
Page 35 Cam Status Those camera channels where the connection is deemed to be functioning correctly will be highlighted light green. Those deemed to have failed will appear red. Camera channels with no connected camera will appear dark green. Alarm Status (Yellow) Select to open to the Status->Alarm page.
Page 36: Alarm Status
Alarm Contacts/Zones/Relay Outputs Alarm Contacts, Alarm Zones and Relay Outputs that are in an ‘active’ state are shown light green. ‘In-active’ ones appear dark green (not illuminated). Alarms (Blue) Select to open to the Alarm->Inputs page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 37 About This menu allows access to numerous system information pages. Select the an icon to view the relevant pages, refer to ‘Appendix J - Status Pages’ for a description of each page. System Information Select to open to the System->Attributes page. Software Revisions Select to open to the System Settings->System->Software page.
Page 38 The log files stored in the unit can be accessed from this page. Selected logs are displayed on the page below. About (Blue) Select to open the System->Status->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 39 Language This menu allows the system language to be set. Changing the System Language will effect all menu pages. If required, the language can also be changed for the current session only. System Language Select to change the system language setting. Reset (Red) Select to reset the unit.
Page 40: Time And Date
SNTP. If required, enter the SNTP server IP address here. Note: It is recommended that an SNTP server is configured. Suitable networked SNTP servers can be found here: http://support.ntp.org/bin/view/Servers/NTPPoolServers SD Excel...
Page 41 Alternatively most DHCP and DNS servers also run SNTP services. Contact your system administrator for further assistance. PC Time Displays the system time of the PC currently being used to view the webpages. Sync Time (Blue) Use this button to synchronise the time of the unit to that of the PC being used to view the webpages.
Page 42: Serial Ports
Choose the type of serial interface being used. Select from RS232, RS485 or RS422. Baud/Parity/Data/Stop/Flow Control These options allow the Serial port communication settings to be configured. Note: When a telemetry protocol is selected, these settings will default to pre-determined values and should not normally be altered. SD Excel...
Page 43: Camera Configuration
Protocol This is a drop down list of serial telemetry protocols supported by the unit. Note: Refer to ‘Appendix G’ for a full list of supported telemetry protocols. Reset (Red) Select to cycle the power to the unit. Maintain (Green) Select to open the System->Maintain page Text In Img (Yellow) Select to open the Features &...
Page 44 Select this option to activate the onboard buzzer to report in the event of camera connection failure (video loss). Cam Setup (Red) Select to open the Camera->Setup page Serial (Blue) Select to open the System->Serial page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 45 2. Challenge audio i.e. originating from an Operator using NetVu ObserVer at a Remote Video Receiving Centre (RVRC) can be recorded via input 1. This combined audio is then available on Audio Output 1, refer to ‘Installing the SD Excel for audio hardware installation information. Audio 1/2 Use the drop down box to assign an audio function to each input, ‘Local’...
Page 46 Note: Recording in uncompressed format will significantly increase the disk space used. Reset (Red) Select to cycle the power to the unit. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 47 Features These menus enables the activation of numerous system features. Features are grouped within four sub- menus: System, Network, Video and Other. System User Logging Enable this option to activate User Logging. Refer to ‘Appendix C’ for further information regarding the User Logging function. Enable External Modules Select to enable any connected RS485 alarm modules.
Page 48 Select to open the System->Features->System page Network (Green) Select to open the System->Features->Network page Video (Yellow) Select to open the System->Features->Video page Other (Blue) Select to open the System->Features->Other page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 49 Network Secondary Web Port If the default port setting for web serving has already been allocated, it is possible to configure a second port number i.e. the secondary web port can be set to 8000 if the default web port (80) is blocked by the network or firewall.
Page 50 It is recommended that this option be enabled when recording in 4CIF mode. Comb Filter Enable this option to activate the Comb Filter function. Comb Filter can help improve the fine details of a video signal image by filtering the luminance and chrominance separation process. SD Excel...
Page 51 Disable Transcoding Select to disable the unit’s transcoding capabilities. In normal circumstances this should always remain enabled, however it can be useful to disable the feature when conducting maintenance. Partial Full Duplex Select to enable the Partial Full Duplex option. This feature is only relevant when viewing in mulitiscreen mode above quad.
Page 52 Select to open the System->Features->System page Network (Green) Select to open the System->Features->Network page Video (Yellow) Select to open the System->Features->Video page Other (Blue) Select to open the System->Features->Other page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 53 Maintain This menu allows the unit to be reset and a software upgrade to be performed via an inserted CD-R/ DVD-R or a connected USB device. Current unit settings can also be saved for future use and previously saved settings restored. Configuration Default (Green) Select to return the unit to its factory default settings.
Page 54 Note: For the latest software upgrades, please refer to the Dedicated Micros website: www.dedicatedmicros.com Note: Selecting the Default button will cause the system to reboot. Save (Purple) Select to save current unit settings to the selected media. Restore (Blue) Select to restore previously saved settings from the selected media.
Page 55: Powerscript Mgmt
Note: Changes this page will alter the ‘Default.C’ file. If you already have a custom PowerScript on your unit which uses Default.C, please contact Dedicated Micros Technical Support for guidance Tel: +44 (0) 845 600 9502 for further guidance. Reset (Red) Select to cycle the power to the unit.
Page 56: Closed Iptv
Secure or Configuration mode. The main display will also say if the unit is in Configuration mode. Dedicated Micros strongly recommend the system is always left in Secure Mode unless Closed IPTV settings are actually being edited.
Page 57 Settings Note: The blue ‘i’ in a circle is a link to in-page help. Click on a symbol to get help about the adjacent menu item. The on-screen image of the Layer 3 Enhanced CCTV Switch provides instant information regarding camera connection ports.
Page 58 NOTE: Secure mode should always be enabled once configuration is complete. If left in Configuration mode the system will be insecure and vulnerable to attacks. A visible warning will be displayed on the local viewer if Secure mode is not applied. SD Excel...
Page 59 If this option is not enabled it will still be possible for external systems connected to the general corporate network (via port Eth-B) to access all camera/video sources. Dedicated Micros recommends that Eth-B should always be left restricted in Secure Mode as security can be compromised if left unrestricted. Additional Closed IPTV systems should always be added in Config mode to allow auto IP configuration to accommodate existing systems and avoid ip conflicts.
Page 60 Layer 3 Enhanced CCTV Switches connected to the NVR. Unalloc (Yellow Button) Select to open the Camera->Unallocated Cams page. Advanced (Blue Button) Select to open the Closed IPTV->Advanced Page, refer to ‘Advanced’. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 61 Discover This page shows the currently connected switches and allows the option to force discovery of Layer 3 Enhanced CCTV Switches connected to the NVR. When a switch is connected, the NVR will automatically discover and connect to it. The Layer 3 Enhanced CCTV Switch supports zero-conf networking (sometimes known as Bonjour), which enables automatic discovery of cameras on the IP network.
Page 62: Upgrade Switch
This page provides the option to upgrade a selected switch (or all switches). Upgrades for the Layer 3 Enhanced CCTV Switch are included in the upgrade files for the SD Excel and are loaded to the switch from the NVR.
Page 63 Advanced This page allows access to the advanced facilities on the NVR such as Autosync and setting the base camera number of a switch. Auto-Synchronise NVR variables with cameras When a new camera is connected and the unit is in configuration mode, the NVR will synchronise some of the settings (eg camera title) with the camera.
Page 64 Closed IPTV NVR. The NVR recognises how many cameras are attached to the switch and assigns cameras numbers accordingly. Example Settings Scenario 1 - One switch - 16 Analogue cameras attached to SD Excel CIP Switch Hardware Setting No. of Cameras Base Camera...
Page 65: Display Settings
Display Settings The menus under the Display Settings heading allow the unit’s Viewer display settings to be altered and User Account details to be viewed and changed. The Remote Monitors page allows monitors not physically connected to the unit to view camera images received by the unit.
Page 66: Remote Monitors
The IP address of the server connected to the monitor (or video wall) is required. Cameras can then be selected via the remote monitor Up to 16 remote monitors (or video walls) can be configured. Enter the IP address of the server connected to the monitor. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 67: Viewer Defaults
Viewer Defaults This menu allows configuration of settings for the Viewer function. Refer to ‘Operating The Viewer’ for more information regarding this feature. Default settings can be configured for accessing the Viewer function via a local monitor and also remotely via a network connection.
Page 68 For example, if a local unit and a remote DVR are to be accessed, it is possible to set the Applet location for both DVRs as the local unit. If viewing the unit remotely, Dedicated Micros provide a remote applet. This remote applet can be selected via the ‘Set Location’ option.
Page 69 Display This menu allows configuration of monitor settings used when viewing camera images and text data. Main monitor text It is possible to select text to be displayed on the main monitor. The text displayed will include; time, date, mode of operation (Set, Unset or Override), camera number and camera title.
Page 70 All of the unit’s camera input channels are shown. To include any of these camera channels in the spot monitor sequence, selected the accompanying tickbox. Select All (Blue) Select to add all available cameras to the Spot Monitor Sequence. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 71 Maps This menu allows images to be imported and used as maps that can be displayed in the Viewer Menus. The map can then have hotspots added to allow quick navigation to individual cameras. An overview ‘System Selection Map’ can also be added to navigate between different systems. Configure Map Leave as ‘Local System Map’.
Page 72 Origin position for a PTZ camera. Decrement (Red) Select to reduce size of hotspot. Increment (Green) Select to increase size of hotspot. Map Data (Yellow) Select to open the Display->Map Data page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 73: Map Data
Map Data The Map Data menu allows Map Config data to be Imported/Exported. This enables map data to be saved and stored for future use, or used between multiple units. Note: The Map Data menu will only be available when viewing the menu pages remotely i.e. via the webpages.
Page 74: User Accounts
Assigning username and password requirements for Telnet connections will limit Telnet access to the unit (Telnet can be used to upgrade the unit). • Serial Assigning username and password requirements for Serial connections will limit access via a Serial link. SD Excel...
Page 75 Modify or Delete. IMPORTANT: If passwords are implemented and then forgotten, it is likely the unit will need to be returned to Dedicated Micros for unlocking. Add (Red) Highlight an administration feature i.e. Serial and select ‘Add’. Enter the new User Name and Password.
Page 76: Camera Settings
This feature is predominately intended for use with 3rd party IP camera streams (connected via the 3rd party IP camera unlock feature). The Intelligent PTZ menu details the Dedicated Micros Oracle Domes connected to the Closed IPTV System.
Page 77: Mono/Colour Camera
Setup This menu allows the configuration of active camera channels. IMPORTANT: The menu options displayed will differ depending on the camera ‘Type’ and ‘IP Mode’ selected. Note: Ideally any setup options available locally on the camera should first be used to best obtain a suitable image quality.
Page 78 Select a colour value from -8 to +8 via the slidebar or enter a number directly into the accompanying textbox. Brightness Select a contrast value from -8 to +8 via the slidebar or enter a number directly into the accompanying textbox. SD Excel...
Page 79: Ip Camera
‘NetVu Server’ - i.e. DVIP Server, DVIP RT, SD, SD Excel, EcoSense. ‘NetVu Gen 2’ - i.e. DS2, BX2. NetVu Camera’ - i.e. the CamVu 2000 from Dedicated Micros. ‘NetVu ANPR’ - i.e. the HyperSense ANPR camera from Dedicated Micros.
Page 80: Both Types
View Profile (Green) Select to open the Record Settings->Profile Record page Basic (Yellow) Select to open the Serial Ports->Camera page. Lens Setup (Blue) Select to open the Camera Lens Configuration page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 81: Camera Lens Configuration
Camera Lens Configuration This page allows different lens de-warping techniques to be applied to connected cameras. The NVR can de-warp Fish-eye and Depressive Fish-eye lenses to present a normal aspect image. Title Shows the allocated name of the video source. Lens Type Allows selection of fisheye, depressive fisheye and normal lens types.
Page 82 This menu details the general settings assigned to each of the local camera channels. To edit the settings assigned to any of these cameras; Click on Local Camera Setup to edit the settings held in the SD Excel; Click on ‘Setup’ to open the Setup menu on the connected video source.
Page 83: Ip Stream Inputs
IP Stream Inputs The IP Streams menu allows the selection of High, Medium and Low resolution settings for video sources originating from a network based source i.e. IP Server. These streams are configured on the remote device. This feature is predominately intended for use with 3rd party IP camera streams (connected via the 3rd party IP camera unlock feature).
Page 84: Ip Camera Configuration
‘IP’ in the Camera Setup menu will be available, (Camera->Setup). Mode Select the IP mode used to receive incoming IP data. Select from: Simple Stream - Received IP streams are non-compressed and are viewed as configured on the originating source. SD Excel...
Page 85 Recode Stream - When selected, the unit will recompress the incoming IP stream to the record profile settings established for this camera channel in the Profile Record menu (Record Settings->Profile Record). This feature is only accessable with 3rd party IP camera when the 3rd party IP camera license has been enabled.
Page 86: Intelligent Ptz
Intelligent PTZ Status This page details the Dedicated Micros Oracle Domes connected to the system. Note: The setting ‘Restrict public access’ (Eth B) must be enabled on Closed IPTV->Settings if using Oracle IP domes in a Closed IPTV environment. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page.
Page 87: Unallocated Cams
Unallocated Cams Channels can be utilised by the BNC connections on the back of the unit OR by the sockets on the switch. If an IP source is plugged into a channel occupied by a BNC connection, the BNC will take priority and possess the channel, whilst the IP connection will be added to the un-allocated list, allowing it to be tied to an available channel through this configuration pages.
Page 88: Record Settings
The AoE Setup page allows configuration of the units ATA over Ethernet (AoE) function. AoE is a network protocol designed for simple high-performance access of storage devices over Ethernet networks. Importantly the external storage device must be located on the same network as the unit. SD Excel...
Page 89 Default The unit has a range of pre-defined configurations available. As standard the unit can record at 6pps MPEG4 for up to 120 days (dependent on model). Alternatively the unit can be configured for 2pps JPEG recording on each camera or for MultiMode operation (note that this will result in the record duration being determined by the time period the unit is in alarm).
Page 90: Profile Record
‘doubling’ of performance. Only the ‘Low’ and ‘Medium’ Live Transmission profiles are available for configuration (Network Settings->Live Transmissions). Low and Medium transmission settings are configurable to allow video streaming over low bandwith IP connections and are limited to CIF for this purpose. SD Excel...
Page 91: Simple Record
Simple Record Menu View Switch to the Advanced Profile Record menu. IMPORTANT: If Turbo mode is ‘Disabled’ and record settings have been configured which will exceed the unit’s Codec performance threshold. A warning message willbe displayed informing the user that the ‘Unit needs to be in turbo mode’. If the unit is currently in turbo mode and the currently configured record settings do not warrant turbo mode, a message will be displayed informing the user that ‘At the current settings the unit does not need to be in turbo mode.
Page 92 Select User Defined to use settings established in the Advance Profile Record menu. Note: The higher the Quality setting, the greater the storage space used. Codec Load (Red) Select to open the System->Status->About->Codec Loading page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 93: Advanced Record
Advanced Record Menu View Switch to the Simple Profile Record menu. Note: When Advanced Record settings have been changed, it is not possible access the Simple Record menu until the newly configured Advanced Record settings have been applied. To do this, open the Record menu and select the ‘Save’...
Page 94 An MPEG I-frame is considerably larger than a P-frame. Therefore the lower the GOP ratio, the higher the disk space required to store recorded images. Codec Load (Red) Select to open the System->Status->About->Codec Loading page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 95: Jpeg Pre Trigger
JPEG Pre Trigger This menu enables configuration of the pre trigger feature (for cameras recording JPEG mode only). When enabled, the pre-trigger feature will buffer and store alarm recording prior to an event trigger. Channel Only those camera channels set to record in JPEG mode will be available for configuration.
Page 96: Protect Video
This will refresh the video list according to the selections made in the Start Time/Date and End Time/Date dialog boxes. Select None This de-selects all the available video files. Select All This selects all the available video files. SD Excel...
Page 97 List From Date/Time This dialog box allows a search to be made within the protected video list starting from a specific Time and Date. List To Date/Time This dialog box allows a search within the protected video list to conclude at a specific Time and Date. Unprot all (Red) Select to unprotect all recorded video from the list Protect (Green)
Page 98 They can be added to the storage capability of this unit by ‘claiming’ the storage. Unavailable storage is listed as Owned. Claimed storage capacity can be ‘released’ in the top panel. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page. SD Excel...
Page 99: Schedule
Schedule This menu allows the Timer Function names to be configured. The Timer Function enables the unit to automatically be put into set/unset mode at specific times on specific days. This can help reduce unnecessary alarm triggers. The mode will be set by the DVR that the camera is connected to. When the unit is in Set or Unset mode, combine with different recording qualities and rates under normal and alarm conditions for a high degree of control in a range of situations.
Page 100 Shows the current timer mode according to the names entered in the Mode/Title text boxes. Day Time Enter the time (using the 24hr clock) when Unset mode will begin. Night Time Enter the time (using the 24hr clock) when Set mode will begin Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page SD Excel...
Page 101: Holiday & Weekend
Holiday & Weekend This menu allows the unit to be automatically switched to Override mode for individual days i.e. public holidays or during a weekend (or any defined period). IMPORTANT: Holiday and Weekend settings cannot be entered when a Keyswitch has been enabled in the Record Settings->Schedule menu.
Page 102: Alarm Settings
The VMD page enables the unit’s VMD (Video Motion Detection) to be set-up. VMD allows a camera to automatically detect if there is any movement/changes within specific areas of the video scene. The Global Actions page allows the two onboard relay connections and global relay settings to be configured. SD Excel...
Page 103 Inputs This menu allows configuration of the alarm settings, refer to ‘Installing the Unit’ for hardware installation guidance. Number This identifies which input is being configured. The unit supports 19 on- board alarms. Enabled Each input must be enabled to function. If the input is not enabled and an alarm is received, the unit will not acknowledge the alarm.
Page 104 Select to reset the unit Relays (Green) Select to open the Alarm->Global Actions menu Status (Yellow) Select to open the System->Status->Alarm menu Zone in (Blue) Select to open the Alarm->Zone Input menu Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 105: Zone Inputs
Zone Inputs This menu allows the configuration of established alarm zones. A single or multiple trigger can be used to generate an alarm. It is possible to allocate up to 32 alarm zones to carry out a combination of actions. Use these options in conjunction with the Zone Actions menu.
Page 106 Activity (Green) Select to open the Alarm->Activity menu Zone Act (Yellow) Select to open the Alarm->Zone Actions menu Alarm in (Blue) Select to open the Alarm->Inputs menu Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 107: Zone Actions
Zone Actions This menu allows actions to be allocated to individual alarm zones; Primary and Secondary cameras can be allocated to the zone and actions undertaken following alarm activation. This page should be configured in conjunction with the Zone Inputs menu. Zone Select a zone (alarm) to configure.
Page 108 Email (Green) Select to open the Network->Email menu Cam Options (Yellow) Select to open the Alarm->Zone Actions->Zone Action Configuration menu Relays (Blue) Select to open the Alarm->Global Actions menu Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 109: Zone Actions Camera
Zone Actions Camera Zone Select a zone (alarm) to configure. Secondary Cameras This setting gives the facility to assign additional cameras to the zone. These cameras will become part of the alarm sequence shown in the Viewer menus when the alarm zone is triggered. Zone Act (Yellow) Select to open the Alarm->Zone Actions menu Relays (Blue)
Page 110: Masked Cam Det
It will be necessary to adjust this figure to avoid false alarms. Note: In low light conditions, enter a figure below the contrast threshold (see below). Experiment with camera masking alarm activation until a figure is selected were false alarms are avoided SD Excel...
Page 111 Contrast Defines the contrast threshold the system uses to define that a camera is masked. Different cameras have different characteristics. On Mask/Clear Select the Zone alarm that will be activated on camera masking or camera clear detection (if ‘Zone Activation’ is selected at the top of the page).
Page 112: Zone Activation
On Mask Defines the Zone trigger that will be activated when the view is masked. On Clear Defines the Zone trigger that will be activated when the view is unmasked. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 113: Vmd/Activity Response Setup
VMD/Activity Response Setup This menu enables response configuration following activity trigger on a selected camera channel. VMD Pulse Ext The pulse extension extends the trigger period to avoid double triggers of VMD occurring, i.e. If a second incident of VMD is received, after the first alarm is finished but within this period, the unit will not create a new event.
Page 114 This will enable Activity Detection when the unit is in Override operation mode. Note: Unset, Set and Override modes can be given more recognisable titles i.e. Day, Night, Weekend via the Schedule menu (Record Settings->Schedule). Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 115: Activity Setup
Activity Setup The unit supports Activity Detection on all video inputs. It enables cameras to automatically detect any movement/changes within the video scene; this can trigger a number of operations such as FTP alarm notification and an increase in recording rate. A still image of the selected camera will be shown in the Grid Editor screen.
Page 116 Set All (Green) This option will insert a default square of 16 x 16 cells across the displayed video image. Clear All (Yellow) This option will clear all entered cells. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 117: Vmd Configuration
VMD Configuration The unit supports VMD (Video Motion Detection) on all video inputs and allows cameras to automatically detect if there is any movement/changes within the video scene. Note: Video Motion Detection enables a greater degree of control over detection settings and configuration than the Activity Setup function.
Page 118 This will update the reference image to the latest view during set up. Clear All (Green) Removes all defined zones from the image. Default Grid (Yellow) Displays the default 16 zone grid across the whole image. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 119: Global Actions
Global Actions This menu allows configuration of the default relay actions supported on the unit. The unit supports four onboard relay connections and global relay settings. This global relay can be triggered under specific conditions i.e. on receipt of any alarm or notification of Activity Detection. Image Protection Period Select a time period (in days) that images associated with an alarm will be protected from deletion.
Page 120 These modules can then be activated following relay activation. Status (Green) Select to open the System->Status->Unit menu Alarm In (Yellow) Select to open the Alarm->Inputs menu Zone Act (Blue) Select to open the Alarm->Actions menu Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 121: Network Settings
Network Settings The Network Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s network functionality. Key network settings can be established such as ‘fixing’ the unit’s IP address and maximum transmission rate. Email, remote reporting on alarm and FTP download can also be configured. Refer to the individual menus for further details.
Page 122 Shows the maximum transmission speed for the network type. Tx Image Buffers This is used in order to improve the picture delivery over Ethernet when using a slow connection i.e. 256Kbps. A buffer setting of 1,2 or 3 is available. SD Excel...
Page 123 Ethernet MTU bytes This is the maximum transmit unit for the Ethernet packet. The MTU is the largest physical packet size measured in bytes that the network can transmit. By default this figure is set to 1500bytes. Mx Transmission Timeout ms This is the time (in milliseconds) the unit will wait to re-send a packet if an acknowledgement is not received.
Page 124: Live Transmissions
The classification of each connected camera channel can be viewed via the CamConfig menu (System Settings->Status->About->CamConfig). High LAN/Medium WAN/Low VLBR This shows the transmission settings configured for a High quality LAN (Local Area Network) connection, Medium quality WAN (Wide Area Network) connection or a Low quality VLBR (Very Low Bit Rate connection). SD Excel...
Page 125 IMPORTANT: When ‘Filter by Turbo mode’ as been selected; all High LAN options will be auto-configured to match the profile record settings allowing for maximum record performance. High LAN will no longer be available for configuration of local analogue cameras or third party IP cameras. Select the Turbo Profs (red) option to view Turbo mode Profile Record/Transmission settings.
Page 126: Multicast Setup
(see below). If there are multiple units using multicast, each one must have a unique IP address. Multicast port Following configuration of the IP address, configure the port address. The address will default to 1234. SD Excel...
Page 127 Multicast Method Select the multicast forwarding method. Select from ‘SAP’ (to use session announcement protocol operation), ‘HTTP’ (to use cgi control operation) or ‘SAP+HTTP’ (both methods used simultaneously). Enable Tick this option to enable multicast. TTL (Time to Live) This option can be configured to limit which users can access the images.
Page 128 This is the addressee name that will be shown in the email name field. Reply to Email This field must be configured if the recipient is to reply to an email. The unit does not accept incoming emails therefore ensure this is a valid email address. SD Excel...
Page 129 Reply To Display Name This is the ‘reply to’ name that will be shown in the email name field. Sender Email These optional fields indicate the source of the email notification. If the fields are left blank the unit will use the system name to create a sender name.
Page 130: Remote Reporting
This field allows the RVRC to connect to the unit through a router that is using port forwarding e.g. if the video server does not appear on port 80 (HTTP), to the external network. Enter the port number used for forwarding here if required. SD Excel...
Page 131 Alarm Server ref. ID This is the reference name/ID that will be presented to the RVRC viewing application. It should therefore have some significance to the Operator. Remote Alarm Reporting This must be enabled for the unit to automatically connect on alarm. Remote Cam Fail Reporting Enabling this option ensures the unit reports camera failure on any of the inputs to the RVRC.
Page 132: Web Cam
This is an identifier for images sent from the unit and will be stored as a prefix to the file name. Username If it is necessary to use an authentication process to access the webcam server, enter the relevant username here. SD Excel...
Page 133 Password If it is necessary to use an authentication process to access the webcam server, enter the relevant password here. Update Interval This is the minimum update interval between each image transmitted from the unit. Select Camera Input This allows individual video inputs to be enabled for uploading to the webcam server.
Page 134: Ftp Download
If it is necessary to use an authentication process to access the FTP server, enter the relevant username here. Password If it is necessary to use an authentication process to access the FTP server, enter the relevant password here. SD Excel...
Page 135 Download options Select one of the following options from the drop down menu: On Connection This will automatically start the Archive download when the unit detects the archive destination is present. Scheduled It is possible to force the unit to archive images at a scheduled time, enter a time to activate this function each day.
Page 136 The enabled ports can be a range or single port address, if a single port is needed then enter the same port number in the to and from section. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 137: Features & Text
The Features menu allows activation of the units analytics and third party IP camera features. . Please call Dedicated Micros on + 44 (0) 845 600 9500 for further information. The Text In Image page allows the unit to integrate text data with recorded images i.e. a cash register with a camera positioned at the point of sale.
Page 138: Analytics & Third Party Ip Cameras
Perimeter Protection. The unit also has a Third Party IP Camera feature which when unlocked, allows for the deep integration of non Dedicated Micros IP Cameras. Incoming third party IP camera streams in JPEG format can be recompressed to MPEG or an alternative Quality/Resolution setting.Third party IP cameras can then also be used with Dedicated Micros advanced Video Motion Detection (VMD) and Activity Detection features.
Page 139: Installing An Advanced Feature License
Dedicated Micros Customer Services team on +44 (0) 845 600 9501. Dedicated Micros will then send an email containing the purchased License key. When this is received, contact the Customer Services team with both the License key and the unit unique Features System code.
Page 140: Activate New Feature
Features System Code This code must be provided to the Dedicated Micros Customer Services team (Tel +44 (0) 845 600 9501) to obtain your Activation code. On receipt of this information, DM will provide you with your Activation code.
Page 141 License Key Enter the License key details here. The License key will be provided by Dedicated Micros Customer Services team. Activation Code Enter the Activation Code details here. Note: Both the License Key and Activation Code are case sensitive. Be careful to differentiate between number ‘0’...
Page 142: Feature Mapping Page
1 is available). Important: ‘Region’ is not relevant for the Third Party IP Camera feature. Type Details the Feature type currently installed. Reset (Red) Select to reset the unit. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 143: Analytics Configuration
Analytics Configuration Detailed instructions on Analytics Configuration are provided in the specific Analytics Manual. The Analytics Configuration menu allows AnalyticsCapable features to be configured (except ANPR licenses, refer to the ANPR Setup section for guidance on configuring an ANPR license). The page requires camera selection to edit the features associated with the selected camera.
Page 144: Object Left / Removed
This sets the background ‘noise’ level which the camera will ignore. Setting the noise tolerance level too low could result in a false alarm. Dedicated Micros recommend that a well maintained camera viewing an adequately illuminated scene should be set at ‘8’.
Page 145 If ‘% of Region’ has been selected via the Scale option, enter the maximum percentage change that will generate an alarm. Note: For quick setup, Dedicated Micros recommend selecting ‘% of Region’ , a min size of ‘5’ and a max size of ‘100’. Min/Max Aspect Ratio: This setting allows the system to be configured to detect specific shaped objects i.e.
Page 146 The shaded area denotes the tolerance zone. For an object to register as having crossed the tripwire, it must be deemed to have entered and exited this tolerance zone. To change the size of the zone, use the mouse to click, drag and release the centre selection point. SD Excel...
Page 147 If ‘% of Region’ has been selected via the Scale option, enter the maximum percentage change that will generate an alarm. Note: For quick setup, Dedicated Micros recommend selecting ‘% of Region’ , a min size of ‘5’ and a max size of ‘100’.
Page 148 ‘Out’ totals can manually be overridden and new figures entered. Entering new data here will change the Balance figure. Reload Img (Red) Refreshes the camera view on the page Count Status (Yellow) Displays the tripwire tally. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 149: Count Status
Count Status This menu is accessed off the Tripwire configuration page and displayed the total detected tripwire activations Back (Yellow) Returns to the Features & Text->Features->Analytics Page...
Page 150 This is the delay between number plate detection and a barrier opening to allow the vehicle to enter/exit. Note: The time is entered in milliseconds (ms). IMPORTANT: The Detected Timeout function is only relevant when ‘Barrier Control’ has been selected in the Traffic Type option. SD Excel...
Page 151 Repeat Timeout (ms) This setting stops the software reporting the same number plate twice. A repeat plate reading is not reported during the selected timeout period. For example, a vehicle may be required to halt at an entry checkpoint. If it is deemed acceptable that the vehicle should in usual circumstances have cleared this checkpoint within 10 seconds, 10000ms should be entered to prevent the vehicle’s details being reported again within this time period.
Page 152: Anpr Plate Db
Create a zip file and name it ‘upgrade-plate.zip’. • Add the ‘QNC’ folder to this zip file. • Add upgrade-plate.zip to the USB device. Note: For help with creating the zip file, contact Dedicated Micros Technical Support (Tel +44 (0) 845 600 9502). SD Excel...
Page 153: Vehicle Control
This is the assigned Secondary camera. This may give an overview of the area were the ANPR camera reads passing number plates i.e. a gatehouse. Note: The Dedicated Micros ANPR camera has an in-built overview camera facility. This will give a full view of the car being analysed.
Page 154: Example Of On-Screen Alert Message
Keyword ‘Resident‘ could result in the alert displayed in Green, the Keyword ‘Stolen’ could result in the on-screen alert messages displayed in Red. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page Example of On-Screen Alert Message SD Excel...
Page 155: Text In Image
Text In Image It is possible to integrate the unit into a system were text information can be stored with relevant images for review. This would be most useful in a Retail or Finance application were text data originating from a cash register could be displayed in real time with the video images of the same Point of Sale.
Page 156 Zone Act (Green) Select to open the Alarm->Zone Actions menu Keywords (Yellow) Select to open the Features & Text->Keywords menu Serial (Blue) Select to open the System->Serial Ports menu Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page SD Excel...
Page 157 Keyword This menu allows specific keywords received via the text stream to be configured and enabled as event triggers. The ‘Enable Keywords’ function need to be activated in the ‘Text in Image’ menu for this feature to operate. Text Keyword The unit can be configured to react to defined keywords appearing in text data and treat them as alarm zone inputs.
Page 158: Archive
Archive The Archive menu allows the selection of the Archive media and initiation of the archive process. SD Excel...
Page 159 Archive This menu allows Event database information to be downloaded to an inserted DVD-R/CD-R or connected USB media device. Archive Media Select to archive to either a DVD-R/CD-R or USB media device. Start Date Enter a start date for the event download. Start Time Enter a start time for the event download.
Page 160: Oracle Dome Configuration
Oracle Dome Configuration If a camera channel has a Dedicated Micros Oracle dome camera connected, the Oracle Configuration menus can be used to view settings and establish Presets, Patrols and Privacy Masks. IMPORTANT: The ‘Restrict public access (Eth B)’ setting (Closed IPTV-> Settings) must be enabled if using Oracle IP domes in the Closed IPTV environment.
Page 161 Status This menu details information regarding the status of the Oracle Dome, notably the model type, current temperature and the version of software/firmware installed. Camera Select a camera channel. The menu will only display successfully if the chosen camera channel has an Oracle Dome camera connected. IMPORTANT: All subsequent Oracle Configuration menus will relate to the camera selected here.
Page 162 Software Version This identifies the version of software the camera unit is running. Firmware Version This identifies the version of firmware the camera unit is running. Bootloader Version This identifies the bootloader version of the camera unit is running. SD Excel...
Page 163 Presets This menu allows Preset positions to be configured and stored for the Oracle Dome camera. Camera ID Selected camera channel. Camera Title Title assigned to the selected camera channel. Preset Select a preset number (1 to 100). Preset Name Enter a recognisable name for the Preset (up to a maximum of 25 characters).
Page 164 Enter a name for the selected sector (up to a maximum of 25 characters). Use the + button to zoom the camera view IN. Use the - button to zoom the camera view OUT. Navigation Buttons Use the four navigation buttons to position the camera view. SD Excel...
Page 165 Patrols This menu allows camera patrol sequences to be established and configured for the Oracle Dome camera. The Patrol feature utilises established preset positions to automatically pan, tilt and zoom the camera in the selected sequence. Camera Selected camera channel. Camera Title Title assigned to the selected camera channel.
Page 166: Privacy Masks
When ‘Start New’ has been selected, the +/- and Navigation buttons can be used to set the size and shape of the Privacy Mask. Save (Grey) Select to store the mask colour. Start New (Red) Select this option to begin creation of privacy mask. SD Excel...
Page 167 Finish New (Green) Select this option to finish creation of privacy mask. Show (Yellow) Select this option to show camera view with existing privacy mask displayed. Delete (Blue) Select this option to delete the currently displayed privacy mask.
Page 168: Osd Excel Settings
‘stacked’ in one segment of the screen. Engineer Display Toggle to switch the Engineer Display text On/Off. This function is intended for future development. Save (Grey) Select to store OSD Excel Settings to the unit and the Oracle Dome camera memory. SD Excel...
Page 169 Camera Settings This menu allows settings for the Oracle Dome camera to be established and configured. Camera Selected camera channel. Camera Title Title assigned to the selected camera channel. Backlight Comp Select to activate Backlight Compensation. This feature compensates for back-lit scenes by enhancing objects which would previously have been in silhouette.
Page 170 UTP Boost If the camera feed to the unit originates from the twisted pair output of the camera. Two levels of boost can be activated to improve image quality by compensating for losses in the cables. SD Excel...
Page 171: Event Settings
Event Settings This menu allows actions to be established and configured for the Oracle Dome camera following an alarm event. A Home position can be established for the camera and the delay time set for what period of inactivity is required before the camera will be sent to its home position. Camera Selected camera channel.
Page 172: Event Search
A selection of individual cameras can be chosen by entering a comma between each camera i.e. 1,3,5,8. Events captured by cameras not in this selection will be ignored. Search (Red) When the Event Search parameters have been entered, select ‘Search’. SD Excel...
Page 173: Event Search Results
Event Search Results After selecting ‘Search’ (Red), a still image of each captured event (within the chosen search criteria) will be displayed. It may be necessary to scroll through the results pages to view all events. if the number of events exceeds the events displayed per page (configured in Event/Page).
Page 174: Unit Operation
The unit can be operated via the Viewer menus and the enclosed IR Remote Control, the optional keyboard or with a USB mouse. They can also be viewed and accessed remotely via the webpages and the ‘Viewer’ menu option. SD Excel...
Page 175: Operating The Viewer
Operating the Viewer Navigation is via a colour coded softkey system. The coloured menu provides an intuitive approach to operator and installer use. The coloured keys on the IR Remote Control correspond to the menu options displayed on screen. Note: The screen images shown throughout this section are those displayed on a local monitor.
Page 176: View Control
‘hotspots’ showing camera locations. A camera can be viewed by selecting the corresponding hotspot. Purple Next Opens the next page of the Viewer menu. Note: For information on creating Camera Selection maps. Refer to the Display Setting->Map Config’ section for further information. SD Excel...
Page 177: Video Control
Video Control The Video Control page offers video playback functions i.e. play, pause, rewind and fast forward. Freezes current video display. Green << Rewinds current video. Yellow > Plays from current position. Blue >> Fast forwards video up to current recording position.
Page 178: Selection Page
Activity Log as the current user terminating the session, refer to ‘Appendix C’ for further information regarding the User Activity Log. Purple Next Opens the next page of the Viewer menu. ‘Menu’ will be displayed in the local viewer, ‘Setup’ will be displayed in the remote viewer. SD Excel...
Page 179: Map Options
Map Options The Map page allows access to available Cameras via the displayed hotspots. Blue Displays a map showing available cameras. If using the default numeric selector, choose a number to access the correspondingly numbered camera. The default numeric selector map can be replaced by a gif/ jpeg image.
Page 180: Ptz Program Option
If Patrols have been established for the camera, select the Patrol option and enter a number. Refer to the ‘Patrols’ menu page for further details on establishing Patrols. Blue Prog Opens the ‘Dome Menu Option’ page. Purple Next Opens the next page of the Viewer menu. SD Excel...
Page 181: Program Page
Program Page The Program Menu page allows the PTZ configuration on the currently selected telemetry camera to be accessed and configured. Dome Select to display the Dome Menu page. Green Store Use to save the current view as a Preset for this camera.
Page 182: Dome Menu Option
(dependent on the protocol selected). Please refer to the specific camera documentation for further guidance. Blue Menu Exit This option will fully exit any embedded camera sub- menus currently being viewed. Purple Back Return to the previous page of the Viewer menu. SD Excel...
Page 183: Timeline Navigation
Timeline Navigation The Timeline Navigation page and the accompanying Video Timeline feature allows quick and easy investigation of recorded video data. The Goto button opens the initial Timeline Navigation page. Softkeys The coloured softkey options will change depending on the scale used to review the recorded images.
Page 184: Video Timeline
Date/Time Display. To advance in time, click on the right side of the timeline. Time Scale Options • 15 seconds • 1 minute • 15 minutes • 1 hour • 4 hours • 1 day • 1 week • 4 week SD Excel...
Page 185: Change Scale
Change Scale Utilise the buttons shown below to change the scale. Note: The coloured softkey buttons can also be used to alter the scale, refer to “Softkey Guidance” for further details). Decrease Scale button (Red) Decreases the scale of the displayed timeline by one step i.e.
Page 186: Event List
Select to view live images from the currently selected camera. Yellow Page - Select to display the previous page of Event data. Blue Page + Select to display the next page of Event data. Purple Next Select to open the Event Copy and Search menu. SD Excel...
Page 187: Event Copy And Search Menu
Event Copy and Search Menu The Event Copy and Search menu allows events to be sent to the Copy menu via the Copy Option. All events currently held within the ‘Copy’ menu can be deleted via the ‘Clear All’ option. The ‘Filter option’ allows access to the ‘Filter Search’...
Page 188: Filter Search Menu
When searching a large number of stored events, the Filter Search menu allows events to be filtered by time, camera channel and category. Filter Search Box From Time Select a start time for the Event filter. Events prior to this time will be ignored. SD Excel...
Page 189 From Date Select a start date for the Event filter. Events prior to this date will be ignored. Cameras Select which cameras are to be included within the Event search. A range of cameras can be selected by entering a hyphen between the first and last required camera i.e.1-8.
Page 190: Activity Search Menu
To Time Select an end time for the Activity filter. Events after this time will be ignored. To Date Select a end date for the Activity filter. Events after this date will be ignored SD Excel...
Page 191 Cameras Select which camera to include within the Activity search. A range of cameras can be selected by entering a hyphen between the first and last required camera i.e.1-8. A selection of individual cameras can be chosen by entering a comma between each camera i.e.
Page 192: Activity Grid Menu
If viewing remotely, a zone can be created directly via the mouse. Simply click on a cell and then on a separate cell. An area NOT to be included in the Activity zone will be created linking these points. SD Excel...
Page 193: Archive Selection
IMPORTANT: The area (cells) highlighted yellow constitutes the activity detection zone. Any activity events occuring within the area created using the Start and and End points will be ignored. Note: Multiple zones can be created within the same camera view. Purple Finish Select to return to the Activity Search menu.
Page 194 A maximum of eight copy periods can be added to the Copy Event List. Green Clear In Playback mode, select Clear to remove the last start or end mark added to the Copy Event List. SD Excel...
Page 195: Copy Menu
Yellow Archive Opens the Copy Menu. Blue Seq On/Off Select ‘Seq On’ to display images from all connected cameras in a sequential order. Purple Next Opens the Play menu for the currently displayed camera. Copy Menu Images and events can be copied to CD-R/DVD-R or USB Media for remote reviewing away from the unit (for evidential or monitoring purposes).
Page 196 Select CD/DVD from the Archive Media checkbox. Select the Copy option (Red) to start archive. Selected items are then saved to the CD-R/DVD-R. The CD/DVD export status is displayed as a %. On completion the status will read ‘Archive Complete’. SD Excel...
Page 197 Spot Monitor / On-Screen Display (Local Monitor Only) This menu (only accessible via a local monitor) allows configuration of the camera output displayed on the spot monitor, plus enables all on-screen display text to be removed from the main monitor display Spot Select to change the camera currently displayed on the spot monitor.
Page 198: Help Videos
Select a video to play. Note: A speaker must be connected to the Audio OUT connection to hear the associated audio commentary. Purple Back Return to the ‘View Menu’ page. SD Excel...
Page 199: Using The Optional Keyboards
Using the Optional Keyboards The unit can also be controlled using an optional Dedicated Micros keyboard. This is connected via the KBD connector on the rear of the unit and provides the same control functions as the I.R Remote Control.
Page 200 Pause mode - Steps back one frame. Live mode - Freezes the current display window Play mode - Pauses video in playback. Live mode - puts the unit into playback using the last stored playback time Displays the Events list menu. SD Excel...
Page 201 Opens the GOTO menu For future use. Toggles control from Main to Spot monitor. Allows the numeric selection of a camera (numeric selection defaults to camera selection). Allows entry of camera and Preset and numbers. For future use. For future use. Triggers the wash function on a telemetry camera.
Page 202 Instructs the selected telemetry camera to automatically pan (on cameras that support this function). Used as menu and on-screen navigation keys. Pan and tilt control for telemetry cameras. In Play mode: Used to Mark Start/End positions. ln Live mode: Displays the Copy List and archive controls. Exits menus. SD Excel...
Page 203: Appendix A - Closed Ip Configuration Scenarios
Appendix A - Closed IP Configuration Scenarios Closed IPTV system mixed with analogue cameras...
Page 204 Closed IPTV system with cascaded Layer3 Enhanced CCTV switches SD Excel...
Page 205 Additional Layer3 Enhanced CCTV Switches deployed in a ‘star’ layout...
Page 206 Spanning a General network with distributed Closed IPTV Layer3 Enhanced CCTV switches SD Excel...
Page 207 Extended Cascading of a Closed IPTV System...
Page 208: Appendix B - Pinouts
Data Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Ground Data Set Ready Ready to Send Clear to Send Ring Indicate RS232 Connectivity (Serial 3, 4) Description Desc Receive Data Transmit Data Ground Ready to Send Clear to Send SD Excel...
Page 209: Appendix C- Remote Control Codes
Below are detailed the procedures to follow and a listing of the codes associated with common television brands. How to Program The SD Excel IR Remote Control Turn the TV you wish to control ON.
Page 210 2249/251/254/257/264/275/277/283/291/297/323 /338/339/343 /383/384/393/398/436/4 53/454/476/477/478/479/480/481/495/498/499/554/567/568573/604/623/624 /627/629/ 635 /636/637/643/644 Pioneer 2029/2037/2081 /2093/2379/2382/2387/2390/2392/2444/2449/2498/2584/2627/26/2637 Sanyo 2003/2004/2006/2014/2016/2021/2023/2024/2025/2030/2032/2076/2088/2161/22 20/2223/2290/2292/2401/2442/2443/2492/2494/2497/2501/2504/2513/2532/260 5/2627/2629/2633 Sharp 2001/2005/2023/2040/2101/2102/2127/2139/2160/2162/2186/2193/2207/2219/2335/235 2/2354/2360/2365/2366/2368/2372/2373/2376/2403/2407/2417/2422/2423/2424/2430/24 31/2432/2433/2434/2455/2456/2457/2458/2459/2460/2461/2462/2463/2483/497/502/506 /513/533 Sony 2004/2009/2021/2023/2024/2047/2067/2076/2078/2091/2097/2098/2110/2111/2118/212 1/2125/2135 /2142/2166/2177/2185/2204/2234/2236/2326/2344 /2345/2346/2349/2363/ 2400/2402/2404/2405/2410 /2413/2418/2420/2439//2493/2494/2497/2508 /2569/2571/587/602/603/607/639 Technics 2043 Toshiba 2015/2021/2051 /2069/2090/2103/2137/2158/2159/2165/2179/2188/2194 /2208/2211/2213/2217 /2218/2222/2243/2244/2250/2271/2284/2288/2294 /2303 /2304/23 13/2318/2319/2320/2321/2322/2328/2347/2350/2370/2375/2394/2409/2421/2435/2437/2 440/2465/466/467/485/487/489/490/496/497/503/508 /526/574/54/591/595/606/607/632/ SD Excel...
Page 211: Appendix D - User Activity Logging
Appendix D - User Activity Logging User Activity Logging User Activity logging can be enabled or disabled via the System Setting->Features menu. When this feature is enabled, the unit will record all actions performed via the user interface. These actions include Viewing the live stream, activating telemetry, altering the unit configuration, viewing recorded video, archiving video and any system events such as restarting the unit.
Page 212: Appendix E - Locate Ip Address (Serial)
Parity None Stop bits Flow Control None Power the unit, the Power LED on the unit will illuminate. Hyperterminal will display the communications information as the unit boots up. This will include the IP address, Subnet and Gateway. SD Excel...
Page 213: Appendix F - Videolan Vlc
Appendix F - Videolan VLC Configuring Your PC for the Videolan VLC Player The Multicast page allows recordings from the unit’s camera input to be forwarded to a port address. To utilise the Multicasting function (refer to Configuration Menu: Network Settings->Multicast SetUp for guidance).
Page 214: Appendix G - Third Part Ip Camera
Open a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) client to connect to the unit, refer to the FTP client’s supporting documentation for guidance on how to connect to the SD Excel. Note: The URL of the unit will be required before a connection can be made.
Page 215: Appendix H - Monitor Output
Appendix H - Monitor Output Open a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) client to connect to the unit, refer to the FTP client’s supporting documentation for guidance on how to connect to the SD Excel. Note: The URL of the unit will be required before a connection can be made.
Page 216: Appendix I - Unit Specification
USB port. TEXT SUPPORT Through the inclusion of Text Support, the SD Excel can search captured transaction data for specific goods purchased, transaction numbers, credit card references, keywords etc. and jump straight to the associated video sequence. Till interfaces are available for a wide range of till systems.
Page 217 Built-in RS485/Twisted pair protocols provide direct control of the numerous domes including but not limited to the following: Coax • BBV • BBV RX100 • Pelco Spectra Serial • Dedicated Micros Oracle Dome • AD Matrix/AD 168-Matrix • BBV RE485 StarCard • Bosch/Philips G3 • Dennard/Dennard C • Ernitec •...
Page 218: Appendix J - Status Pages
Appendix J - Status Pages General Information About (Blue) Select to open to the System->Status->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 219: Turbo Mode Profiles
Turbo Mode Profiles This menu provides detailed information on the camera record settings when the unit is configured to operate in Turbo Mode. Note that when the unit is not operating in Turbo Mode, no information will be displayed, refer to the Profile Record menu (Record Settings->Profile Record) for further information on the Turbo Mode function.
Page 220: Codec Loading
‘Green’. When the capabilities are breached, it will be highlighted ‘Red’. When Turbo mode is recommended, the text is highlighted Amber. Select ‘Advanced’ (Red) to view the loading that will be placed on each codec for all Record Profiles. SD Excel...
Page 221 Should a codec capabilities be breached while the unit is operating in Turbo Mode, the relevant codec column will be highlighted ‘Red’ (as there is only one record profile in Turbo Mode). IMPORTANT: The ‘Status’ section will provide valuable information on whether the unit should be operating in Turbo Mode or not.
Page 222: Camconfig Details
This menu provides detailed information on the type of camera i.e. analog or IP and for IP cameras, the supported resolution and capabilities. About (Green) Select to open the System->Status->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 223 Capabilities Select to open the Capabilities menu. This menu details the function capabilities of the unit. About (Blue) Select to open the System->Status->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page.
Page 224: Ui Information
Viewer applet to lessen the load time required when accessing different DVRs/ Servers, refer to the Viewer Defaults menu for further guidance (Display Settings->Viewer Defaults). About (Blue) Select to open the System->Status->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page. SD Excel...
Page 225: Profile Record Tables
Profile Record Tables This page shows the different settings available in the record configurations. The current default settings are indicated by crosses. Choose Setting Select the profile tables of the host product About (Blue) Select to open the System->Status->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page.
Page 226: Camera Overview
This page details the general settings assigned to each of the local camera channels. To edit the settings assigned to any of these cameras; Click on Local Camera Setup to edit the settings held in the SD Excel; Click on ‘Setup’ to open the Setup menu on the connected video source.
Page 227: Ip Network Load
IP Network Load This page illustrates the network traffic utilised by the SD Excel. The page refreshes every second. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the information on the current page.
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Page 229 Changelog Closed IPTV settings page updated ‘Unknown’ option added to Closed IPTV Settings page...
Page 230 Installation ..............10 Audio ................45 Installing An Advanced Feature License ....... 139 Before you start .............. 8 Installing the SD Excel Unit .......... 12 Both types ..............80 Installing the Unit ............8 Camconfig Details ............222 Intelligent PTZ .............. 86 Camera Configuration ..........
Page 231 Protect Video ............... 96 Vehicle Control ............153 PTZ Program Option ..........180 Video Control ............. 177 Quick Overview of SD Excel Record Settings ....9 Video Timeline............184 Record Settings ............88 View Control ............... 176 Remote Control ............23 Viewer Defaults ............
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