Overview The VPort 461 is a 1-channel Industrial Video Encoder with H.264 video compression. The H.264 algorithm provides the best video quality on the market today with lower bandwidth requirements than other video compression standards. In addition, to meet requirements for multiple video streams, the VPort 461 can provide up to 3 video streams simultaneously with H.264 and MJPEG compression.
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• Supports Modbus/TCP for easy communication with SCADA systems. • Suppoerts standard RTSP (Real-time streaming protocol) for easy integration. • Supports multicast (IGMP) protocols for efficient network transmission. • Supports QoS (TOS) for priority transmission. • Supports SNMP V1/V2c/V3 for network management. •...
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NOTE If you are interested in the Moxa VPort SDK PLUS, please go to Moxa’s website (www.moxa.com) to download the software, or contact a Moxa sales representative for more information. NOTE If you are interested in SoftNVR-IA IP surveillance software, please go to Moxa’s website (www.moxa.com) to download the trial version.
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VPort 461 Panel Layout Grounding screw Top Panel View RS-232 console port Hardware reset button 8-pin terminal block for Relay RS-232 CONSOLE 1, Relay 2, and power input 1 (PWR1) 6-pin terminal block for DI 1, DI 2, power input 2 (PWR2) Heat dissipation orifices LEDs for STAT, PWR1, PWR2, FAULT...
If one of the power inputs fails, the FAULT LED will light up in red if the power failure alarm is enabled. NOTE The VPort 461 series supports power input specifications of 12-32 VDC for 12/24 VDC power input, or 18-30 VAC for 24 VAC power input (note that this is different from Moxa EDS switch’s...
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Step 4: Connecting motorized PTZ cameras and serial devices The VPort 461 has two RS-232/422/485 ports. One is a COM PORT with DB9 male connector, and the other is a PTZ PORT with 5-pin terminal block connector. Both ports can be used for connecting PTZ control cables for controlling PTZ cameras over the TCP/IP network.
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NOTE After powering on the VPort 461, wait a few seconds for the POST (Power On Self Test) to run. The IP address will be assigned when the 10/100 Mbps NETWORK LED blinks. Using the Moxa VPort and EtherDevice Configurator Utility (edscfgui.exe) 1.
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3. When the search has ended, the Model Name, MAC address, and IP address of the EDS switches and VPorts will be listed in the Utility window. NOTE Broadcast Search can only search for devices connected to the same LAN subnet as the VPort. If your devices are located on a different LAN subnet, use the “Specify IP Address”...
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Step 7: Install the ActiveX Control Plug-in A security warning message will appear the first time you access the VPort’s web-based manager. The message is related to installing the VPort AcitveX Control component to your PC or notebook. Click on Yes to install this plug-in to enable the ability to view video in the IE web browser.
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Step 9: Accessing the VPort’s System Configuration Click on System Configuration to access the overview of the system configuration to change the configuration. Model Name, Server Name, IP Address, MAC Address, Firmware Version, and LED Status appear in the green bar near the top of the page. Use this information to check the system information and installation.
Mounting Dimensions (unit = mm) VIDEO VPort 461 DIN-Rail Mounting The aluminum DIN-Rail attachment plate should already be attached to the back panel of the VPort 461 when you take it out of the box. If you need to reattach the DIN-Rail attachment plate to the VPort 461, make sure the stiff metal spring is situated towards the top, as shown in the figures below.
Wall Mounting (optional) For some applications, you will find it convenient to mount the VPort 461 on a wall, as illustrated below. STEP 1: Remove the aluminum DIN-Rail attachment plate from VPort 461, and then attach the wall mount plates, as shown in the diagrams below. plate ⇒...
Wiring Requirements WARNING Safety First! Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your Moxa VPort 461. Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes dictating the maximum allowable current for each wire size. If the current goes above the maximum ratings, the wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your equipment.
Wiring the Redundant Power Inputs The VPort 461 has two sets of power input, power input 1 and power input 2, which are located on the 6-pin and 8-pin terminal block connectors. Top and front views of the terminal block connectors are shown here. V1- V1+ V2- V2+ PWR1...
ATTENTION The current and power capacity of the relay output is a maximum of 24 VDC @ 1A. You should be careful not to exceed this power specification. Wiring the Digital Inputs VPort 461 has four sets of digital input, DI1, DI2, DI3 and DI4.
10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet Port Connection The 10/100BaseT(X) port located on the VPort 461’s front panel is used to connect to Ethernet-enabled devices. Pinouts for both MDI (NIC-type) ports and MDI-X (HUB/Switch-type) ports are illustrated below, along with cable wiring diagrams for straight-through and cross-over Ethernet cables.
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SC-Port Pinouts SC-port to SC-port Cable Wiring Cable Wiring COM Port A COM PORT is located on the front panel for connecting a PTZ motorized camera or serial device. The COM port transmits RS-232 or RS-422/485 signals over the TCP/IP network. Users can use this COM port (DB9 male connector) to monitor data or control a serial device, or for the control of a PTZ motorized camera.
PTZ port A PTZ port is located on the VPort 461’s front panel. The port is used to connect a PTZ motorized camera or device so that the camera or device can be controlled from the VPort over the IP network. The PTZ port supports RS-232 or RS-422/485 signals through a terminal block.
NOTE Follow these steps to remove the SD card: Step1: Open the upper case. Step2: Wait a few seconds to allow the SD card to complete existing file storing activity. Step3: If the SD LED indicator is lighted in green, it means the unmounting of the SD card was successful, and you can take out the SD card.
No serial data is transmitting. SD card is mounted correctly and is ready to use. GREEN Error in mounting SD card. Flash No SD card in the slot. Hardware Reset A recessed RESET button is provided for restoring the system to the factory default settings.
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Optical Fiber: 100BaseFX Multi Mode Single Mode 1300 nm 1310 nm Wavelength -10 dBm 0 dBm Max. TX Min. TX -20 dBm -5 dBm RX Sensitivity -32 dBm -34 dBm 12 dB 29 dB Link Budget 5 km 40 km Typical Distance 4 km -6 dBm...
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Environmental Operating Temperature 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F) -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F) for -T models Storage Temperature -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) Ambient Relative 5 to 95% (non-condensing) Humidity Regulatory Approvals Safety UL 508 (Pending) FCC Part 15, CISPR (EN55022) class A EN61000-4-2 (ESD), Level 2 EN61000-4-3 (RS), Level 3 EN61000-4-4 (EFT), Level 3...
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Internet Explorer 6.x DirectX 9.0c Software Bundled Free VPort SDK PLUS Includes CGI commands and ActiveX Control for customized applications or system integration for third-party developers Technical Support Contact Information www.moxa.com/support Moxa Americas: Moxa China (Shanghai office): Toll-free: 1-888-669-2872 Toll-free: 800-820-5036 Tel: +1-714-528-6777 Tel:...
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