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  • Page 1 OBSERVER™ 4100 USER GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Important Notices

    Safety Vision. Safety Vision® is a registered trademark of Safety Vision, LLC. All other products or name brands mentioned in this document are trademarks of their respective owners. For more information about Safety Vision and its products, go to www.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Table of Contents Components SD Card Insertion Installation Flat Mount Panic Button (Part #SV-4100-PANIC) Lock Box (Part #SV-4100LB) Remote Control Live View Menu Navigation Video Playback Exporting Video Files Configuration System Menu Record Menu Network Menu...

  • Page 4: Components

    Secure Digital (SD) card. 2 - External Monitor Output - Attach an external monitor to the Observer 4100 with an RCA plug here to configure the mobile digital video recorder (MDVR). 3 - Door Lock - The Door Lock secures the door over the SD card slot for security.

  • Page 5: Sd Card Insertion

    5. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to lock the door. Do not force the SD card into the Observer 4100 upside down or backwards. To remove the SD card, follow the procedure above, press the card into the slot until it clicks, then allow it to spring out.
  • Page 6 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTIONS Recommended Sensor Connections (12V) Sensor 8 Stop Arm Lights (school bus) Sensor 7 Amber Warning Lights (school bus) Door (or wheel chair lift) Sensor 6 Head Lights Sensor 5 Event Button (see note)

  • Page 7: Installation

    Ensure that the front panel of the MDVR remains accessible and there is a minimum 2.5 inches of clearance for cables.. Do not install the Observer 4100 in an area of the vehicle cabin that could interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle.

  • Page 8: Lock Box (Part #Sv-4100Lb)

    Thread all cables that will be connected to the Observer 4100 through the cable passage and connect them to the Observer 4100. It is easier to attach cables to the back of the Observer 4100 before it is secured in the lock box.
  • Page 9 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Place the Observer 4100 in the lock box over the raised screw holes and secure it using the included screws. Replace the lid and push it firmly forwards, ensure the tabs in the rear engage the back of the lock box.
  • Page 10 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE CP3 Monitor CP4 Monitor...

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Press Play to begin video playback. playback on an external monitor. Point the remote control at the IR receiver on the front panel of the Observer 4100 to Stop - Press this key to manually stop video recording.

  • Page 12: Live View

    Attach an external monitor to the front RCA port (or install the device password, refer to the a permanent external monitor as shown in the Installation diagram) while the Observer 4100 is on to view the Live View. Configuration chapter. Menu Navigation...

  • Page 13: Video Playback

    START/END TIME: Select a specific time when the video started recording. The Observer 4100 searches the hour following the time entered in this field. For example, enter “14:00:00” searches for video from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
  • Page 14 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE File List After selecting criteria from the File Search menu, the File List menu appears. The following fields are displayed: All Files SEL: Use the arrow and Enter keys on the remote control to select or unselect each file. Selected files can then be exported.

  • Page 15: Exporting Video Files

    Select each file you want to export in the SEL column. Insert a USB thumb drive into the USB port on the front panel of the Observer 4100. Select the Export option on the right side of the screen. A Remark window appears.

  • Page 16: Configuration

    Eastern is “-5”, Central is “-6”, Mountain is “-7”, and Pacific is “-8”.) SYNC TIME: Use the number keys on the remote to manually enter the time at which the Observer 4100 synchronizes the time by NTP. NTP SERVER IP: Use the number keys on the remote...
  • Page 17 TIMER, the MDVR automatically shuts SHUT DOWN TIME: Use the number keys on the remote down after five minutes when it is control to manually enter the time the Observer 4100 shuts turned on outside of the time specified. down each day.
  • Page 18 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Register Info The Register menu includes the assorted serial numbers and names unique to the Observer 4100 for identification. UNIT S/N: The Observer 4100’s serial number. This number is unique and cannot be changed. UNIT ID: The Observer 4100’s identifying number.
  • Page 19 SLOW FORMAT (to search for bad storage sectors before formatting) Select FORMAT. A Warning message appears. Select OK. The format process begins. When finished, the Observer 4100 restarts automatically. Formatting a device erases all data, including recorded video. Use with caution.
  • Page 20 Additionally, select MCU, LOGO Update, or CP4 to update those devices, respectively. Select UPGRADE. The update process begins. The Observer 4100 first checks for an appropriate upgrade file. If one is detected, it automatically restarts. Upon restarting, the Observer 4100 displays “System Updating...”...
  • Page 21 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE User Security The User Security menu controls the password needed to access the Observer 4100 menus. PASSWORD ENABLE: Select ON to require a password to access the Observer 4100’s menus; select OFF to disable this feature and allow free access.
  • Page 22 Config The Config menu allows you to export to or import from a USB drive all of the Observer 4100’s settings, which is useful when configuring multiple units in the same manner or creating a backup. DEFAULT SETTINGS: Select RESTORE to revert all settings to the factory defaults.
  • Page 23 System Log The System Log menu allows the system log to be exported or deleted. The system log contains information about the DVR that may assist Safety Vision Technical Support in troubleshooting potential issues. To export the system log file: Insert a USB flash drive into the front USB port.

  • Page 24: Record Menu

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Record Menu The Record Menu contains parameters that control how video is recorded. Options (Page 1) The Options menu contains most of the parame- ters that control how long and when the Observer 4100 records video.
  • Page 25 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Options (Page 2) METADATA CAPTURE: Select ON to record meta- data with recorded video. Select OFF to record video only. RECORD FILE TIME: Select 15, 30, 45 or 60 minute file packing sizes (optional) SD OVERWRITE: Select ON to overwrite the oldest video existent on the storage media when storage space is near capacity.
  • Page 26 Select OFF or ON from the LIVE VIEW column to display the associated element when you press the Enter key on the remote control when the Observer 4100 is in Live View. Select OFF or ON from the RECORD column to make this information available when reviewing recorded video.
  • Page 27 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Camera Settings The Camera Setting menu controls which cameras are recorded and displayed in the live view. Select the following for each camera: ENABLE: Select ON to enable recording of this camera. NAME: Enter an optional alphanumeric name for each specific camera.
  • Page 28 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Record Setting The Record Setting menu controls the framerate and resolution of recorded video. Each camera’s parameters can be set independently. Select the following for each channel: RES: Select the resolution of this camera. Select from D1 (704×576), HD1 (704×288), or CIF (354×288).
  • Page 29 SUB-STREAM MODE (MODE2 only): Select ADAPT or FIX. Selecting ADAPT allows the Observer 4100 to automatically select the optimal bit-rate; selecting FIX sets the bit-rate to the entry in the BIT field. Adjust these settings to achieve the optimal data transfer rate to image quality ratio.
  • Page 30 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Schedule The Schedule menu allows to the Observer 4100 to begin and end recording automatically based on a timed schedule. In the DATE column to select from EVERY (every day), WEEKDAY (Monday thru Friday) or individual days. Asterisks (******) disable automatic recording during the selected times on that line.
  • Page 31 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Cameo-Camera Settings The Cameo-Camera Settings menu controls the cameo camera feature. Select ON in a channel’s respective ENABLE field to turn on the cameo functionality. The selected channel’s camera is then turned off during normal operation, and only turns on when an alarm is triggered.
  • Page 32 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Other Settings The Other Settings menu controls if a special Safety Vision watermark appears on recorded video files. This watermark improves the validity of recorded video as evidence since it is not as easily tampered with.

  • Page 33: Network Menu

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Network Menu The Network Menu contains parameters that define how the Observer 4100 interacts with computers and wireless central management systems. Local The Local menu controls network information for the Observer 4100 unit when configuring networks.
  • Page 34 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Cellular The Cellular screen controls how the Observer 4100 interfaces with a cellular network for the Observer Management System (OMS). Enter the cellular network credentials given in the appropriate fields.
  • Page 35 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Server Network The Server Network screen controls central management system (CMS) server addresses that the Observer 4100 networks with (in development at this time).
  • Page 36 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE WiFi The WiFi menu controls settings of the wireless access point the Observer 4100 communicates with. Select ON in the WIFI ENABLE field and use the number keys on the remote control to enter the following: GET IP TYPE: Select STATIC IP for WiFi networks requiring a static IP address.
  • Page 37 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE FTP Settings The FTP Settings screen controls the user name and password of an optional FTP server to remotely access video files and transfer data to a host server. For more information regardling FTP server, contact Safety Vision Technical Support.

  • Page 38: Event Menu

    HIGH for high to low (normally open, NO). ALARM: Select ON to enable the ALM LED on the front of the Observer 4100 when a sensor is triggered and marks video as “R” so that it can be automatically downloaded (see page 13).
  • Page 39 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Sensor Trigger Action Select NEXT PAGE on the Sensor menu to access this menu. The Sensor Trigger menu allows a channel to be displayed in fullscreen while using Live View when an event is triggered. For each sensor, select a channel to displayed in...
  • Page 40 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Aux Output The Aux Output menus select which outputs are active when certain alarms are triggered. For each alarm type, select ON or OFF for outputs 1 through 4 (OUT1 to OUT4). OVER SPEED, LOW SPEED, HIGH TEMP., LOW TEMP., and ACCERATION type alarms are...
  • Page 41 ALARM: Select ON to enable the ALM LED on the For more information about connecting the Observer 4100 to a front of the Observer 4100 when the THRESHOLD vehicle speedometer, please contact speed is reached and an event is triggered. This Safety Vision Technical Support.
  • Page 42 Gs) for each axis (X, Y, and Z) at which the event is triggered. ALARM: Select ON to enable the ALM LED on the front of the Observer 4100 when the THRESHOLD force is reached and an event is triggered. This LED continues to flash after an event is triggered until the configuration menus are accessed.
  • Page 43 ALARM: Select ON to enable the ALM LED on the front of the Observer 4100 when the THRESHOLD temperature is reached and an event is triggered. This LED continues to flash after an event is triggered until the configuration menus are accessed.
  • Page 44 EN: Select ON to enable the event. Select OFF to disable it. ALARM: Select ON to enable the ALM LED on the front of the Observer 4100 when the event is triggered. This LED continues to flash after an event is triggered until the configuration menus are accessed.
  • Page 45 VOLTAGE field before disconnecting from the CMS. SHUT DOWN DELAY: Select the time, in minutes, that the Observer 4100 can continue to receive the voltage indicated in the LOW VOLTAGE field before automatically shutting down.
  • Page 46 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Emergency Event The Emergency Event menu controls events relating to the panic button module. Use the remote control to configure the following: EN: Select ON to enable the panic button module. Select OFF to disable it.

  • Page 47: Peripheral Menu

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Peripheral Menu The Peripheral Menu contains parameters that control optional connected peripheral accessories. The PTZ Setup menu provides configuration options for advanced optional cameras. Consult with the camera manufacturer for the following information: Protocol Baud Rate...
  • Page 48 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Ext. Com. Setup The Ext. Com. Setup menu enables optional connections to a control panel, acceleration sensor, or panic button. Use the remote control to configure the following for each individual input: COM1: Select the device connected to the 232RXD-1 and 232TXD-1 terminals.

  • Page 49: System Information

    Select the System Information icon to display the System, History, Modules, and Authorized menus. These menu options display unique information and history about the Observer 4100 unit. System The System menu displays the firmware version and information on the SD card.
  • Page 50 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE History Info The History Info menu consists of three pages. Select CLEAR next to any record to reset it. HIGHEST SPEED IN HISTORY: Displays the highest obtained speed, including the date and time it was recorded (assuming speed data is collected).
  • Page 51 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Modules The Modules menu displays the status of optional installed modules. GPS MODULE: Displays NORMAL if a GPS module is installed; NONE is one is not. GPS SIGNAL: Displays if the GPS signal received is valid.
  • Page 52 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE...

  • Page 53: Appendix A: Web Application Manager

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Appendix A: Web Application Manager The Observer 4100 includes a web server, called the Web Application Manager, that can be accessed with a Windows based PC and browser. The Web Application Manager includes Live View, Playback, Setup (Configuration) and Maintenance menus.
  • Page 54 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Live The Live tab displays the current camera’s views similar to the Live View on an external monitor, with the added features of the Play & Control menu in the lower right corner of the screen: OPEN WINDOW: Refreshes camera feeds when configuring camera views.
  • Page 55 SAVE to complete parameter changes. Maintenance The Maintenance tab allows you to reboot or shut down the connected Observer 4100, in addition to upgrading the firmware. Actions performed appear in a log displayed in the center of the screen (which can be cleared by clicking C).

  • Page 56: Appendix B: Specifications

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Appendix B: Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Embedded Real Time Linux Configuration IR remote (included); web browser via Ethernet port Video Standard NTSC / PAL selectable Audio/Video Inputs 4 channels Audio/Video Output 1 channel, RCA in front of unit, BNC on AV cable harness Audio/Video Compression H.264...

  • Page 57: Appendix C: Recording Time Calculator

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Appendix C: Recording Time Calculator HDD CAPACITY CALCULATIONS Resolution Quality Cameras Hours of Recording 4 - Medium 4 - Medium 4 - Medium 4 - Medium Half D1 4 - Medium Half D1 4 - Medium...

  • Page 58: Appendix D: Dimensions

    OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Appendix D: Dimensions Minimum cable clearance 5.97 in. 7.48 in.
  • Page 59 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE Limited 3-Year New Product Warranty Safety Vision, LLC (“SV”) makes the following limited warranty, which is effective at the time of the original end-user purchase. Note: Optional warranty products are available for all SV products and may be pur- chased at the time of the original end-user purchase or any time during the original Limited 3-Year New Product Warranty period.
  • Page 60 OBSERVER 4100 USER GUIDE FCC Compliance Statement NOTE This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equip- ment is operated in a commercial environment.
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