Optiview Enterprise Series Product Manual

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Professional Digital

Operation

Digital Video Servers

IP Video Server/Camera

Manual

1 – 4 Channels

Enterprise Series

Version 8.1.08

(with Wireless A/P option)

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Page 1 Professional Digital Operation Digital Video Servers IP Video Server/Camera Manual 1 – 4 Channels Enterprise Series Version 8.1.08 (with Wireless A/P option) - 0 -...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Features and Functions of IP Video Server/Camera Installation and Configuration of the IP Server/Camera with HyperTerminal Configure the IP Video Server through Remote Client Software Configure the IP Video Server through WinCap Software Connecting to the DVR via Web browser, Internet Explorer Server Parameter Setup Menu Channel Parameter Setup Menu How To Send video from the IP server/camera to the main DVR Server...
Page 3: Features And Functions Of Ip Video Server/Camera
Features and Functions of the Digital Video Server 1. Front Panel LED indicator – indicates transmit/receive signals TX/RX Led indicator – indicates Ethernet link/connection with the network Link indicator – indicates power ON/OFF – clears the network information such as IP, Gateway Reset switch etc…(available only on older models) 2.
Page 4: Installation Of The Device
Installation of the Device 1. Simple Block Diagram of the Digital Video Server 2. Configuring IP Settings through the Hyper-terminal connection 2.1 Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 connector to the Video Server. The DB9 goes into the Serial port COM1 on a PC, while the RJ45 connector goes into the RS232 port on the DVS (Digital Video Server).
Page 5 2.3 On the PC, open the Hyper-terminal program. Click on Start, RUN and then type in hypertrm.exe Click OK. 2.4 Enter any name for the connection, such as ―VideoServer‖ and click OK. 2.5 Select the COM port to be used for the connection. Every PC has different COM port number assigned to their serial port.
Page 6 Click OK when done. 2.7 Setting the IP Information - Press Enter on the keyboard, there will be a  or # sign appearing on the screen. Type in the word help, and then press enter. This will provide you a list of command you can use setting up the network settings on the server.
Page 7: Configure The Ip Video Server Through Remote Client Software
2.8 Set IP Information on the DVS Values shown here is only an example. Follow the IP address scheme on your own Local Area Network (LAN). Consult your local IT staff or your Internet Service Provider as to what IP address information you are going to use on this task. To Set IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and Port ...
Page 8: Configure The Ip Video Server Through Wincap Software
1.2 Use the remote client software of the Video Server to connect to the Video server. Once connected, you will be able to have the option to make changes to the IP settings of the Video Server. Please refer to the Remote Client Manual for details.
Page 9: Connecting To The Dvr Via Web Browser, Internet Explorer
IP address and subnet mask information will now be active in the text box and ready for editing. Change these two IP information (IP address and Subnet Mask) based on your local network setup. Please consult your local IT staff or Internet Service Provider as to what IP address information you are going to use for your IP video server/camera.
Page 10 5.2 Functionalities of the Web User Interface: 5.2.a. prefer, from single screen up to 16-partition screen display. Using a mouse, point and click to one of the display partition to select a window screen. A currently selected display partition has a green color square around it. You will then go to Channel Selector as shown below to double click a camera number to connect to it and have it displayed on the window you’ve just selected.
Page 11 5.2.d. - An option to have a voice chat with the other remote user. Speakers and microphone must be provided and connected to the Digital Video Server and the local PC. 5.2.e. Config- Remotely configures the system settings of the Digital Video Server. The graphical user interface (GUI) for the ―Config‖...
Page 12: Server Parameter Setup Menu
6. Server Parameter Setup Menu The common settings configured on the Video server’s Server Parameters are the following: 5.1 Unit Name – enter a unique name to your Video server (this option is not a required field) 5.2 IP address of the DVS – Enter the IP address of the DVS according to your own local network settings.
Page 13: Channel Parameter Setup Menu
5.6 Gateway IP address - Enter the Gateway IP address according to your own local network settings. 5.7 HTTP Port – Enter the port number to be used when accessing the DVR via a web browser. The default is port 80 for HTTP, but it may differ according to your own local network settings.
Page 14 You can name each camera with your own descriptive name. The settings on Major stream will affect how the video itself is processed and sent by the Video Server, such as the image quality output which will also affect how many days will be stored on your hard drive (remotely).
Page 15: How To Send Video From The Ip Server/Camera To The Main Dvr Server
Motion Detection – check this option to setup the video server’s motion detection feature. Click on ―Area Setup‖ button to set an area for motion detection and adjust the motion sensitivity. 6.5.1 To Send video from the IP server/camera to the main DVR Server From the Main DVR server, to where the IP server is linked: 1.
Page 16: Ip Server Wiring Interface Definition
Physical Wiring Interface: Socket Pin definition 1.2.1 Standard RS232 port - RJ-45 socket pin definition Video server has a RS232 standard port， adopt 1-45 socket definition of each pin is below, I means video server input, O means video server output.。（1）...
Page 17 （3） To connect 25 cores bore style socket with 9 cores bore style socket conversion is below： picture2.3 the connection with DB25 and DB9 （3.1） the cable connect video server with DTE( terminal) equipment One side of the cable is 8 cores RJ45 socket, the other side is DB9 core style socket.
Page 18 Picture 2.5 the connection with RJ45 and DB25（ DCE） Definition of RS485 port - RJ-45 socket pin. To use CAT5 cable for PTZ control, cut one end of a standard CAT5 network cable and use the orange and orange/white for the RS485 data connection of the PTZ camera. Other end of the RJ45 connector pin should plugged in to the RS485 port of the Video Server.
Page 19: Configuring The Wireless Access Point/Bridge
Configuring the Wireless Access Point/Bridge The Wireless IP Kit has a summary sheet enclosed inside the box for the default IP settings of the Video Server and Wireless Access point. There are two ways to configure or make changes to the IP settings of these two devices. First, use the default IP information;...
Page 20: Ethernet Cable Water Proof Kit Install Guide
AC cable outlet Step 2: Connect the Wireless Antenna Ethernet cable to the POE port of the Wireless Kit box. Plug in the main AC cable to your AC wall outlet to power up the whole system. 1.2 Ethernet cable water proof kit Install Guide Use these ports for video cables POE port for the Wireless...
Page 21: Mounting Install Guide
1.3 Mounting Install Guide A. Pole Mounting B. Wall Mounting - 20 -...
Page 22: Understanding The Hardware And Configuration
2. Understanding the Hardware and Configuration 2.1 The figure below shows the simple block diagram how the whole Wireless IP Video Server Kit is wired and setup. - 21 -...
Page 23: Wiring Block Diagram
2.2 IP Address Configuration This device can be configured as a Bridge or Access Point. The default IP address of the device is 192.168.1.1. By default, we will set the Wireless A/P to use Bridge Mode for this DVR application. In order to log into this device, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook.
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Page 25: Wireless Access Point/Bridge Router Mode: Web Configuration
Please consult your own local network staff for network setup details. Optiview does not provide detailed technical support to configure your own local/private network.
Page 26 After logging in you will see the graphical user interface (GUI) of the bridge. The navigation drop-down menu on left is divided into three main sections: The Bridge status page is also displayed once you have logged in. This includes details about the system, wireless, and TCP/IP configuration.
Page 27: Web Configuration Menu
4.2 Management - Click on the Management link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see five options: operation mode, status, statistics, log, upgrade firmware, save/reload settings, and password. Each option is described below. - 26 -...
Page 28: Password Setup
4.2.1 Selecting Operation Mode – for DVR applications, we will be using Bridge mode. However, your own IT staff will still have the final word as to what mode you will select on this menu depending on your private/local network setup. ...
Page 29: Tcp/Ip (Lan Setup)
4.3 TCP/IP Settings 4.3.1 LAN Interface Click on the LAN Interface link under the TCP/IP Settings menu. Using this option you may change the IP address of the device as well as toggle the DHCP setting. - 28 -...
Page 30: Wireless Settings
4.4 Wireless 4.4.1 Basic Settings (Infrastructure, Ad-Hoc) Click on the Basic Settings link under the Wireless menu. Using this option you may configure the 802.11b/g settings as well as the frequency, channel, and SSID. Click on the Wireless link on the navigation drop-down menu.
Page 31: Site Survey
4.5 Site Survey Click on the Site Survey link under the Wireless menu. This page displays the list of Access Points in the coverage area and allows you to connect to them if you have the required credentials.  The site survey table lists the following: SSID: This is the unique name of the wireless network.
Page 32: Features And Specifications: Access Point/Client Bridge Ip Video Server
Features and Technical Specifications: Outdoor Access Point/Client Bridge and IP Video Server Technical Specifications: Outdoor Access Point/Client Bridge Technical Specifications Data Rates Standards Compatibility Power Requirements Regulation Certifications RF Information Frequency Band Media Access Protocol Modulation Technology Receive Sensitivity (Typical) Available transmit power Antenna RF Connector...
Page 33 Features and Benefits: Outdoor Access Point/Client Bridge Features High Speed Data Rate Up to 54Mbps High Output Power EIRP up to 35 dBm (with 9 dBi Patch Antenna) IEEE 802.11b/g Compliant Watertight and Weatherproof SNMP Remote Configuration Management Point-to-point, Point-to-multipoint Wireless Connectivity WPA2/WPA/ IEEE 802.1x support Hide SSID (AP Mode)
Page 34: Features And Specifications: Ip Video Server/Camera
IP Video Server Specifications Specifications Video/Audio Input channel Video Compression Standard Resolution Video Input Interface Video Frame Rate Code Stream Video Compression Input Bit rate Audio Input interface Audio Output Audio Compression Standard Audio Compression Code Rate Voice Audio Input (MIC) Communication interface Alarm input Alarm output...
Page 35 Features and Benefits of IP Video Server Features Scalability Networking Capability Leverage and Management High Resolution PTZ Camera Support Remote Access Benefits It can be used as an independent IP Video server, connecting up to 4 analog camera and transmit the video signal through the LAN or WAN.