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  • Page 1 CamVu500 Vandal Dome Installation and Configuration Manual DM/CMVUVRD500 DM/CMVUVRD500/N...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..............3 Installation ................7 Configuring the Unit ............14 System ................16 Display ................37 Camera ................42 ICR Settings ..............46 Schedule ................58 Alarm ................63 Network ................79 Features & Text ..............96 Diagnostics ..............101 Event Search ...............103 Unit Operation ..............105 Appendix A ..............119 Appendix B ..............126 Appendix C ..............127 Specification ..............128 Notes ................130...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Each stream can be tailored to suit the viewer’s bandwidth requirements. ANALYTICS CAPABLE As part of our growing range of AnalyticsCapable products, the CamVu500 is able to contain the latest analytics solutions from Dedicated Micros including Object Left/Removed Detection Tripwire and Counting Tripwire, all locally hosted on the camera.
  • Page 4 ● AnalyticsCapable - enables analytics solutions to be deployed on your CCTV system ● Direct configuration from any compatible NetVu connected DVR or Video Server ● Power over Ethernet (PoE) / 12Vdc as standard ●...

  • Page 5: Important Safeguards

    CE NOTICE (EUROPEAN UNION) This section contains the regulatory declarations for the EU for the CamVu VR Dome Camera. This product is marked with the CE symbol and indicates compliance with all applicable Directives. A “Declaration of Conformity” is held at Dedicated Micros LTD, 1200 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Cheshire WA4 4HS Hereby, Dedicated Micros LTD, declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 95/5/EC.
  • Page 6 Ventilation Ensure unit is properly ventilated to protect from overheating. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of this equipment that there are dangerous voltages within the enclosure which may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation The CamVu 720 is a surface mounted vandal resistant camera for installation directly onto a hard surface or mounting structure. Parts Supplied CamVu VR Dome Surface mount 4 x 5mm Wood screws 4 x Wall plugs 4 x 9.5mm O-rings 1 x T20 Security Torx key This booklet Parts Not Supplied...
  • Page 8 WARNING: Take Anti-Static precautions Unscrew one of the two large screws, either at the side or rear of the camera body, depending on where the video and power cables are to enter the camera body. Note that the screw is wrapped in PTFE tape.
  • Page 9 Connect the Network to the RJ45 connector on the camera. The camera is Power over Ethernet capable, if not using PoE, connect the power cable to the power terminals. The camera operates from a 12V DC power supply. Connections and polarity are indicated next to the terminals.
  • Page 10 Optionally attach a local monitor to the test point using an DM/ICED-SERV service connector (available separately) and adjust the camera as described in the Camera Settings section. Visually align the screws on the dome front cover with the screw holes on the camera body to assist in replacing the dome cover.
  • Page 11 The Camera has support for one relay. Connect the relay to the multiway connector arrowed in the image. Relay Connection Information 1 onboard light duty relay output (500mA@12V-48V Max) The relay is not polarity sensitive. The unit supports one channel of bi-directional audio. Connect the audio equipment using a 3.5mm 90°...

  • Page 12: Power Over Ethernet

    Warning: This camera is a Class 2 device and therefore does not have an earth connection in the power cord. Note: To avoid unwanted reflections all LEDs within the camera including those on the network connector are disabled. The LEDs are enabled if SW1.1 (which is situated close to the alarms connector of the main board) is turned ON.
  • Page 13 Important: 48V is supplied to connection C. There is no voltage at Connection A. Do NOT connect an ethernet cable from connection C to a DVR/Switch as this could cause irreparable damage. Note: Layer 3 Enhanced Switch shown, normal Ethernet switch or DVR / NVR connection also compatible.

  • Page 14: Configuring The Unit

    Configuring the Unit Using the Unit with Secure Closed IPTV Connect the camera to a Closed IP Network switch using Cat5 network cable. The POE version of this camera will draw power from with the DM/NSW/CPP model switch, or with DM/NSW/CP model switch if connected to a POE injector and separate power supply.
  • Page 15 Accessing the Configuration Pages The unit is configured using the on-board configuration pages. To access these: Launch a web browser, preferably on a PC on the same subnet as the unit. 6.12 Type the IP address (or DNS name if there is no fixed IP address) of the unit into the address bar. If prompted, enter a username and password.

  • Page 16: System

    System The menus under the System heading allow the unit’s core settings to be viewed, changed and the system software upgraded. The Attributes option displays details about the unit including the IP address, unit serial number, MAC address and software version. The Status page displays information about the unit’s operating condition, shows how long the unit has been operating and the reason for the last reset.
  • Page 17 DNS enabled network. This is displayed when the unit is accessed via NetVu ObserVer and is sent when transmitting information to a Remote Video Response Centres (RVRC). MAC Address This is the MAC address assigned to the unit.
  • Page 18 Number of Cameras Shows the number of camera channels on the unit. Global PPS Details the unit Global PPS (Pictures Per Second) recording rate. Video Storage Gbytes Highlights the available video storage capacity in Gigabytes. Software (Red) Links to the System Software details page Dedicated Micros ©2011...
  • Page 19 Software This page details the installed software and may be needed if calling Technical Support. System (Red) Links back to the System Settings page About (Blue) Opens the System->About page. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 20: Unit Status

    Status Unit Status This menu details information regarding the status of the unit, notably the total time the unit has been operating and the time since its last reset. Time since last reset Details the time since the unit was last reset. Total running time Details the total time the unit has been operational.
  • Page 21 Alarm Status This menu details information regarding the alarms and relays on the unit. Alarm Contacts Details the status of the two alarm contacts on the unit. Light Green indicates the contact is closed, dark green indicates it is open. Alarm Zones Details the status of the four alarm zones on the unit.
  • Page 22 About This page provides quick links to the pages required to fault find. System Information Opens the System Settings->System page. Software Revisions Opens the System Settings->Software page. General Information Opens the General Information page (refer to ‘Appendix A - General Information’).
  • Page 23 Logs The log files stored in the camera can be accessed from this page. Selected logs are displayed on the page below. About (Blue) Opens the About page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...
  • Page 24 Network Security Logs The log files stored in the camera can be accessed from this page. Selected logs are displayed on the page below. Start Date Enter a start date to filter the security log entries Start Time Enter a start time to filter the security log entries End Date Enter an end date to filter the security log entries End Time...
  • Page 25 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. Note: A server reboot will be required to implement system language changes.

  • Page 26: Time And Date

    Time and Date System Time The current system time and date is displayed. Current Time Zone Displays the currently selected time zone settings. Time Zone Select the relevant timezone offset from the accompanying drop down menu. Date Format As default, the date is entered dd/mm/yy. It can also be displayed as mm/dd/yy or yy/mm/dd.
  • Page 27 Sync Time (Blue) Use this button to synchronise the time of the unit to that of the PC being used to view the configuration pages. Note: The PC Time and Sync Time options will only be available if viewing the menu via the configuration pages.
  • Page 28 Audio The Audio menu allows settings for the audio channel to be edited. Audio can be recorded via input. Audio 1/2 Camera Audio can be recorded from camera inputs by selecting Local. Challenge audio i.e. originating from an Operator at an Remote Video Receiving Centre (RVRC), can be recorded by selecting Challenge.

  • Page 29: System Features

    Features This menu enables the activation of system features such as Email Reporting. System (Red) Opens the System Features page Network (Green) Opens the System Features Network page (below) Video (Yellow) Opens the System Features Video page (below) Other (Blue) Opens the System Features Other page (below) Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page...
  • Page 30 Note: When de-selected here, the ‘Email Reporting’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree. Remote Reporting Select this option to activate the Remote Reporting function, refer to ‘Network Settings-Remote Reporting’ for more information. Note: When de-selected here, the ‘Remote Reporting’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree.

  • Page 31: System Features Network

    System Features 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 if the default web port is blocked by the firewall. Use Record Profiles for Tx High This option sets the Video Transmission profile for the ‘High’...

  • Page 32: System Features Video

    TCP Reassembly Queue Limit This setting limits the maximum number of TCP segments allowed in the reassembly queue, to protect against a common DoS attack. Remote Codec Default Connection This selects the initial connection type to use for an auto configured remote codec camera, select from TCP or UDP.

  • Page 33: System Features Other

    Segment Aspect Ratio This setting control how a 4:3 image is displayed in a multi-screen or wide screen format on the local viewer. The available display segment changes depending on the number of multi screen images selected for display. Stretch forces the image to fill the available display segment.
  • Page 34 Note: When de-selected here, the ‘Event Search’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree. Enable RVRC page Select this option to activate the RVRC Remote Set/Unset/Override function, refer to ‘Record Settings-RVRC’ for more information. Note: When de-selected here, the ‘RVRC’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree. Dedicated Micros ©2011...
  • Page 35 Maintain This menu allows the unit to be reset. The system can also be restored to factory defaults. Camera Reset (Red) Select to restart the unit. Configuration Default (Green) Select to return the unit to its factory default settings and restart. Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 36: Powerscript Management

    Powerscript Management This page enables you to select which PowerScripts are automatically run when the unit starts up. Use the tickboxes below to select which scripts you require and then click Save. Note: You will need to restart your unit for the changes to take effect. Note: Clicking Save will alter DEFAULT.C, if you already have a custom PowerScript on your unit which uses the DEFAULT.C file, please contact your regional Technical Support before using...

  • Page 37: Display

    Display The Display pages allows the default settings to be established for the Viewer menu. The viewer can be used to simulate local operation over the network, allowing locally stored images to be viewed. The Viewer Defaults page allows the Viewer menu settings to be configured. The User Accounts page helps protect configuration procedures by limiting access to specific users via accounts and passwords.

  • Page 38: Viewer Defaults

    Viewer Defaults The units Viewer function allows remote users to simulate local operation over a network. This menu allows configuration of settings for the Viewer function, refer to ‘Operating The Viewer’ for more information regarding the Viewer. Default Image Format Camera images can be displayed in either JPEG or MPEG format on the LAN (local area network) and the WAN (wide area network).
  • Page 39 Set Location Select the applet location. Choose from ‘Default location’ i.e. the applet installed on the unit; or the ‘Dedicated Micros website’ option i.e. the remote applet. Reset (Red) This button will restart the unit. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 40: User Accounts

    User Accounts The unit can protect configuration procedures by limiting access via usernames and passwords. By default, no usernames and passwords are configured for any account type. The is a warning displayed on the main configuration page until usernames and passwords are configured. Account Types The available account types for which users and passwords can be assigned privileges are:...
  • Page 41 Serial Assigning username and password requirements for Serial connections will limit access via a Serial link. Default username:none Default Password:none. Menu Configuration Assigning WebPage Configuration privileges will limit access to the Configuration menus when viewed remotely. When implemented, the user will be prompted for a username and password before access to the Configuration menus (via the main menu) will be granted.

  • Page 42: Camera

    Camera The Camera menus allow configuration of the camera setup, refer to the individual menus for further details. The Setup page allows the quick configuration the camera setup. The Iris Control page allows adjustments to settings of a DC drive lens when one is fitted. This is to allow for tolerances in manufacturers lenses.
  • Page 43 This menu allows the configuration of local camera settings for the unit. Camera Title This title can be edited to allocate a name to the unit. This is displayed when the unit is accessed via NetVu ObserVer and is set when transmitting information to a Remote Video Response Centre (RVRC)
  • Page 44 Mirror Video Select to ‘mirror’ the camera image (horizontal flip). Sharpness Manually adjust the image sharpness. Decrement - (Green) Decrease sharpness Increment + (Yellow) Increase Sharpness Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 45: Iris Control

    Iris Control This menu is for advanced use only. It is factory set and should not require any alteration. Under normal operating conditions no adjustment is needed, however in certain circumstances benefits may be seen through minor adjustment for some DC drive lens. Iris Response This will change the speed at which the Iris will respond to changes in lighting conditions.

  • Page 46: Icr Settings

    ICR Settings The ICR Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s record functions. ICR settings can be configured for normal operation, on alarm, by schedule and for set holiday and weekend periods. Selected video data can be saved and protected. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Default page allows the basic Recording settings to be edited.
  • Page 47 Default The unit has a range of pre-defined configurations available. As standard the unit can record at 5pps MPEG4 and at a selected number of days. 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 48: Profile Record

    Profile Record It is possible to set the unit recording configuration based on specific priorities. The MultiMode recording feature offers the ability to set different recording rates, resolutions and compression formats across unset, set and override modes for each individual camera. By varying the quality, bit rate and file size of recorded images, the MultiMode function enables the recording capabilities of the unit to be greatly increased.
  • Page 49 Comp Select image compression format (MPEG, JPEG or H264). The accompanying dropdown list allows the number of frames captured per second to be set. The pictures per second (pps) option allows either 6, 5, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.25 or 0.1 pps to be recorded. Pictures can also be recorded at 1/4, 1/2 or 3/4 Real Time.

  • Page 50: 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 51 rate_kbps If MPEG4 is selected, the figure entered here will be the bit rate allocated. A higher bit rate will provide better quality. MPEG bit rates can be entered within the range of 45-2500K bits/second. Size If JPEG is selected, the figure entered here will be the size of the JPEG transmitted (in Kbytes).

  • Page 52: Protect Video

    Protect Video This menu allows the unit to automatically protect and retain recorded data in the camera. Previously saved data can also be unprotected. Enter a start and end time and select ‘Reload List’ . All saved video files from the chosen time period will be shown in the upper textbox.
  • Page 53 Select None This de-selects all the available video files. Select All This selects all the available video files. 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.
  • Page 54 This menu 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. AoE does not rely on network layers such as IP and TCP, making it non routable i.e.
  • Page 55 Video Storage The Video Storage Allocation table displays drives that are available for video recording. Entries with the prefix ‘/HDD0’ indicate the units local hard drive (if installed), entries prefixed by ‘/udd0’ are recordable media connected to the unit via USB sockets (if fitted), an entry prefixed by ‘/mdd’ are installed SD cards. Device Entries with the prefix ‘/HDDx’...
  • Page 56 Format (Red) Prepares the media for video storage, refer to ‘To format additional Video Storage’. Stop Rec (Yellow) Suspends Recording on the unit Clear Video (Blue) Wipes the video from the drive to disable playback. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page To format additional Video Storage Plug a USB storage device into one of the available USB ports and click the purple Refresh button.
  • Page 57 The system displays a confirmation box to ensure the correct device has been selected. Click OK to confirm, then reboot the system. Once the power has cycled, the system will build the required PAR files ready for recording to commence, progress will be displayed in the Feedback column.

  • Page 58: 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 can 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 59 Setup This menu allows the Schedule function to be configured. This enables the unit to automatically be put into set/unset mode at specific times on specific days. This can help reduce unnecessary alarm triggers. Combining when the unit is in Set or Unset mode with different recording qualities and rates under normal and alarm conditions gives a high degree of control in a range of situations.
  • Page 60 Note: The arrow button displayed next to each textbox allows settings to be replicated for those cameras listed below. This will only affect the adjacent option i.e. Mode arrow will replicate the Mode setting to all cameras below the clicked arrow. Note: To disable one day, set both times to 00.00.
  • Page 61 RVRC This menu allows a user to temporarily switch the unit’s system state into set/unset/override mode. The user will be required to enter their name and also the intended override duration. The action will be logged. Note: Refer to the Schedule menu for details of how to configure Set, Unset and Override modes: Record Settings->Schedule.
  • Page 62 Override duration (minutes) Enter a time period for the override procedure. After this time period, the system state will return to that configured via the Schedule menu (for the current time). Enter Your Name Enter your recognised user name. This will be logged. Force UNSET(Green) Select to switch to Unset mode.

  • Page 63: Alarm

    Alarm The Alarm Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s alarm functionality. Individual alarm inputs and alarm zones can be configured. Global relays can be activated and the Activity grid set up, refer to the individual menus for further details. The Inputs Page allows configuration of alarm channels.
  • Page 64 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 2 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 65 Pulse Ext (s) A pulse extension is used to prevent double triggers on a single alarm. The pulse extension time starts on an alarm trigger. If that contact is triggered again after the first alarm has finished but within the pulse extension, the second trigger will not restart the alarm, but will extend the current alarm duration.
  • Page 66 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 67 Note: It is recommended that the Pre-Alarm option be set to the same value as the Pre-Trigger setting in the “Profile Record“ menu. This will ensure successful playback of high quality Pre-Trigger images. High quality pre-trigger images will only playback properly if review (playback) starts prior to the pre-trigger initiation.
  • Page 68 Enable in Override Each alarm can be configured to be active when the unit is in a specific operation mode. Enable this for the zone alarm to be active 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).
  • Page 69 Alarm Reporting This must be enabled to allow the unit to send an alarm notification to an external destination i.e. an RVRC reporting via NetVu ObserVer. Add Still Image This will record a still image of the trigger along with the standard recording.
  • Page 70 Profile Change Select to enable the unit to switch from Normal to Event recording following alarm zone activation. Archive Select to ensure the unit automatically downloads alarm images via an FTP connection to an FTP server. E-mail Image If this option is selected, a JPEG will be added to the reporting e-mail (if E-mail Reporting is selected).
  • Page 71 Masked Cam Det This page allows camera masking to be configured. The Camera can detect when the lens has been obscured, ie by being covered or painted over. This page will enabled detection and set the threshold for activation. Camera Shows the camera being configured Allows the features to be enabled/disabled Dwell...

  • Page 72: Alarm Response

    Alarm Response The unit can be set up to detect either VMD or Activity, depending on the level of detection required. Video Motion Detection enables a greater degree of control over detection settings and configuration than the Activity Setup function. Video Alarm Pulse Ext (s) A pulse extension is used to prevent double triggers on a single alarm.
  • Page 73 Create Database Entry When selected, an alarm entry will be added to the Event database. Profile Change Select to enable the unit to switch from Normal to Event recording following alarm activation. Alarm Reporting This must be enabled for the unit to automatically connect on alarm. Alarm 24Hr This will ensure that Activity Detection is permanently enabled on this camera channel.

  • Page 74: Activity Setup

    Activity Setup The unit supports Activity Detection on all video inputs. It enables the camera 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 75 Global Activity Mode Select ‘Always Active’ for Detection to operate constantly Activity Channel This is a drop down list of the video inputs on the unit, selecting an input will display images from the corresponding video source. Activity Sensitivity This option allows the sensitivity setting to be established for the activity grid being configured.

  • Page 76: Vmd Configuration

    VMD Configuration The unit supports VMD (Video Motion Detection) 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. Each of the 16 VMD Zones can be directly sized and configured to suit specific requirements.
  • Page 77 Camera Displays the available Camera source. Zone There are 16 VMD zones within the image that can be individually configured, select the zone from the drop down list. A selected zone can be re-sized by clicking the mouse button (use the USB mouse if viewing on a local monitor) and then moving and clicking the mouse again.
  • Page 78 Global Actions This menu allows configuration of the default relay actions supported on the unit. The unit supports one onboard relay connection 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 79: Network

    Network 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. E-mail, remote reporting on alarm and FTP download can also be configured. Refer to the individual menus for further details.
  • Page 80 Network This menu allows network settings to be configured if required. The unit is DNS compliant, and can be referenced on the network using the configured server name (or serial number) if a DNS server is available . Server Name This field can be edited to allocate a name to the unit.
  • Page 81 Max Transmission Rate kbits/sec This shows the maximum transmission speed for the network type being used. If set to ‘0’, transmission speed is not limited in the camera. Note: This setting will limit and override any higher transmission rate entered in the Video Transmission menu (Configuration menu->Live Trans).

  • Page 82: Live Trans

    Live Trans The unit transmits live images using JPEG or MPEG formats. The NetVu Connected remote viewing software will use the settings configured on this page as the defaults for JPEG & MPEG; High, Medium and Low settings. High LAN/Medium WAN/Low VLBR This shows the transmission settings configured for a High quality...
  • Page 83 This shows the number of pictures transmitted per second. For JPEG, the actual images transmitted will depend on the bandwith of the link, increasing the pictures sent per millisecond may introduce time lag if bandwith is not sufficient i.e. this forces the same quality image through the available connection.
  • Page 84 Multicast The Multicast page allows recordings from the unit’s camera input to be forwarded to a port address; enabling multiple viewers to view live data using a suitable media player without the need to directly connect to the unit. In multi viewing scenarios, the demands on the unit are significantly reduced; improving overall performance.
  • Page 85 If there are multiple units using multicast, each one must have a unique IP address. Addresses 224.0.0.0 through 239.255.255.255 are usually designated as multicast addresses. Multicast port Following configuration of the IP address, configure the port address. The address will default to 1234. Multicast Method Select from ‘SAP’, ‘HTTP’, ‘SAP + HTTP’...
  • Page 86 E-mail The unit can automatically transmit an e-mail to an SMTP Server under numerous conditions i.e. on start up, on receipt of an alarm, camera failure etc. This allows the unit to be installed in unmanned applications where a Remote Video Response Centre (or Manager etc.) would be notified by e-mail if any of these conditions occur.
  • Page 87 Sender Email These optional fields indicate the source of the e-mail notification. If the fields are left blank the unit will use the system name to create a sender name. Sender Display Name This is the sender name that will be shown in the email name field. Send on Startup Select to send email notification on startup.

  • Page 88: Remote Reporting

    Remote Reporting This menu details the configuration requirements for the unit to report to a Remote Video Receiving Centre (RVRC) following alarm activation. Note: This menu will only be displayed if ‘Remote Reporting’ is selected in the System Settings->Features menu. Primary hostname This is the IP address or URL of the initial host that the unit will transmit an alarm message to.
  • Page 89 Video server port 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.

  • Page 90: Web Cam

    Web Cam Any of the video inputs on the unit can be made available for transmission to a webserver via a designated webcam server. These images can then be incorporated into a web page and accessed via a standard web browser.
  • Page 91 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 the feature to be disabled. Webcam Enable The Web Cam function can be: ‘Always Enabled’, ‘Enabled when system SET’, ‘Enabled when system UNSET’...

  • Page 92: Ftp Download

    FTP Download The unit can archive images to a central FTP (File Transfer Protocol) server. This could be on receipt of an alarm, activation of the Activity Detection or at a scheduled time to backup recorded video. Using FTP in a multi-unit application ensures that all files are stored in one central location for each of the units, offering efficient file management and easy review capabilities.
  • Page 93 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 94 Firewall This page allows configuration of the on-board firewall. The top ports are pre-configured with typical settings that can be edited, there are user defined ports available at the bottom of the list. Preconfigured ports can be disabled by unchecking the ‘open’ box. Enable PING response By default this option is enabled and allows the unit to be pinged.
  • Page 95 Connections This page shows the IP addresses of users connected to this unit. It is for information only and cannot be edited or configured. Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 96: Features & Text

    Features & Text The Analytics and Text menus allow configuration of the unit’s text in image and keywords functionality. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The unit is AnalyticsCapable. Please call Dedicated Micros on + 44 (0) 845 600 9500 for further information on our range of Analytics based solutions.
  • Page 97 Features Dedicated Micros has created a range of analytics components and solutions designed to work with AnalyticsCapable products. The range of applications include: Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), Object Left and Removed, Access Control, People Counting and Perimeter Protection. • For further information regarding the range of Dedicated Micros Analytics solutions, please call: + 44 (0) 845 600 9500 Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 98: 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 99 Enable Keywords This enables or disables the Keyword feature, allowing the unit to treat certain pre-programmed words received via the text stream as event triggers, refer to ‘Keywords’ for guidance on creating Keyword triggers. Keywords Pulse Extension The pulse extension extends the trigger period to avoid double triggers occurring, i.e.
  • Page 100 Keywords This menu allows a specific keyword received via the text stream to be configured and enabled as an event trigger. The ‘Enable Keyword’ function needs to be activated in the ‘Text in Image’ menu for this feature to operate. Text Keyword The unit can be configured to react to a keyword appearing in text data and treat it as an alarm zone input.

  • Page 101: Diagnostics

    Diagnostics The Diagnostics menus gives engineers the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose any problems with the unit. This menu will normally only be used on a Technical Support call. The Debug Parser menus allow detailed analysis of the debug output from the camera and maybe used to assist with fault finding.

  • Page 102: Debug Parser

    Debug Parser This menu allow detailed analysis of the debug output from the camera and maybe used to assist with fault finding. The debug can be filtered in order to isolate and highlight events that are of interest. View Defines whether the debug settings on the debug output will be displayed.

  • Page 103: Event Search

    Event Search The Event Search menu allows recorded event images to be quickly searched for and reviewed. The Search criteria can be limited to a specific date/time and/or individual cameras. Note: Event Search will only be available when the ‘Enable Event Search Page’ option is enabled via the System Settings->Features menu.

  • Page 104: 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 105: Unit Operation

    Unit Operation The unit can be viewed and accessed remotely via the webpages. Operating the Viewer Navigation is via a colour coded softkey system. The coloured menu provides an intuitive approach to operator and installer use. The function of the keys will change according to whether the unit is in Live or Playback mode. Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 106: View Control

    View Control The View Control page allows the camera to be displayed full screen. Full Show currently selected camera full screen. 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.
  • Page 107 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 108 Selection Page The Selection page allows access to various image and event playback functions. Play Switches the selected camera(s) shown onscreen into Play mode. Green Goto Opens the Goto menu. Yellow Event Displays the Events menu. Blue Setup Opens the Configuration menu pages. IMPORTANT: Selecting this option will exit the Viewer menus.

  • Page 109: Goto Menu

    Goto Menu 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 110 Video Timeline The Video Timeline allows intuitive, rapid navigation within recorded video. To aid navigation, the timeline can be set to display periods ranging from 15 seconds to four weeks. The timeline can be clicked anywhere in the scale to instantly play recorded images from that point. Date/Time Display (Grey) Shows the currently selected date/time.
  • Page 111 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 112: Event List

    Event List Alarms and activity detection, plus system Events i.e. camera fails, are tagged and stored in the Event List. Each Event is labelled with an event type (alarm, activity or system) and its time and date. To view any additional pages of Event data, use the Yellow/Blue Softkeys. If viewing locally, use the Up/Down Directional buttons to select a specific Event, press the OK button to display the full list.
  • Page 113 Copy Select to add the currently highlighted event to the Copy menu. Green Clear All Select to clear ALL events from the copy menu. Note: Single events can be deleted via the Copy menu. Yellow Filter Select to display the Filter Search menu, refer to; Operating The Viewer->Filter Search for further guidance.

  • Page 114: Filter Search Menu

    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.
  • Page 115 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. A selection of individual cameras can be chosen by entering a comma between each camera i.e.

  • Page 116: Activity Search Menu

    Activity Search Menu The Activity Search menu allows the search criteria to be further narrowed to only include events which have occured within specific segments of the camera view. Firstly, enter a start/end Time and Date, then select a camera channel. Use the Grid option to select a specific segment of the camera view. From Time Select a start time for the Activity filter.
  • Page 117 Green Reset Select to reset the Filter Search box. The current Time/Date will be displayed plus all available cameras. Yellow Grid Select to open the Grid menu. Blue Apply Select to apply any change made to the Filter Search box. Purple Close Select to return to the Event Copy and...

  • Page 118: Activity Grid Menu

    Activity Grid Menu The Activity Grid menu allows the event search criteria to be further narrowed to only display events which have occured within a segment of the camera view. A grid will be displayed across the image of the selected camera channel. Using the options outlined below, the grid can be configured to create activity zones within the image.

  • Page 119: Appendix A

    Appendix A General Information This page gives an overview of the units current settings including IP address, connections to the camera, the locations that data is being read from and written to, and which recording profile is active. About (Blue) Opens the About page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page...

  • Page 120: Record Details

    Record Details This page displays the configured recording settings for the unit. The current record mode being used by the unit can be found on the General Information page. About (Blue) Opens the About page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 121: Camconfig Details

    Camconfig Details This page displays the capabilities of the camera in terms of resolution and supported compression formats. This camera does not support audio, alarms, relay or lens de-warping so all these parameters return 0. About (Blue) Opens the About page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...
  • Page 122 Capabilities This information page shows the capability settings for the camera. These parameters determine how the camera performs and what options are available on the configuration pages. About (Blue) Opens the About page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...
  • Page 123 UI Information The UI page shows the settings stored in the camera which configure the user interface. About (Blue) Opens the About page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 124: 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. About (Blue) Opens the About page Refresh (Purple) Refreshes the current page Dedicated Micros ©2011...
  • Page 125 Glossary This page provides quick reference to the technical terms used throughout the manuals and on the configuration pages, and allows alphabetical indexing and free text searching. Search (Red) Enter text into the search box and then click this button to find all related terms.

  • Page 126: Appendix B

    Appendix B 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 127: Appendix C

    Appendix C Pattern for Ceiling Dome Note: Place this page on a photocopier and enlarge 141% (A4->A3) to get an accurate template. Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 128: Specification

    Specification IMAGER 1/4” CMOS progressive scan VIDEO PROCESSOR SoC DSP (CW5631) EFFECTIVE PIXELS 640 (H) x 480 (V) SENSITIVITY 0.3lux at F1.2 OUTPUT RESOLUTION 480p, 2CIF, CIF, QCIF COMPRESSION JPEG, MPEG-4 & H.264, Multiple Simultaneous streams of any to different viewers MAXIMUM IMAGE RATE Maximum 25pps @ 480p (single connection to camera) SENSOR SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO...
  • Page 129 Simple Web page configuration will allow the following functions to be configured: Camera setup, Manual update of viewing profiles, Network, Audio and Alarm settings REAL TIME CLOCK Super Capacitor SUPPORT Applications: NetVu ObserVer Browser: IE 5.5 / Firefox 2.0 and above Developer: Java via Dedicated Micros SDK POWER Voltage: DC 12V -10% + 15%...

  • Page 130: Notes

    Notes Changelog Manual Revised for new Software Dedicated Micros ©2011...

  • Page 131: Index

    Index MAXIMUM IMAGE RATE ............... 128 MOUNTING .................... 128 Multicast ....................84 MULTIPLE, SIMULTANEOUS VIDEO STREAMS ........3 About ......................22 Network ....................79 Activity Grid Menu .................. 118 Network ....................80 Activity Search Menu ................116 Network Security Logs ................24 Activity Setup ....................
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