User Instructions Multi-Channel H.264 HD Multimedia System Z3-MVP-100 Digital Media Encoder & Streamer Z3-MVE-100 Model Name: Version 1.0.4.2 DOC-USR-0017-01 Manual Version 1.03 Software Version .03 March 25, 2013 Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save the manual for future use.
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION PREFACE The Z3-MVE-100 1080p60 Video Encoder & Streamer is a compact 280mm x 165mm system that supports H.264 High Profile encode up to 1080p at 60 frames per second. This solution works in multiple applications, such as low cost broadcast encoders, low bandwidth video security, satellite uplink, remote monitoring and industrial applications.
2.0 INCLUDED PARTS LIST BNC to BNC Cable x 3 Z3-MVE-100 Power Supply DB-9 Serial Cable HDMI Cable Gender Changer RCA to RCA Cable ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
3.0 FEATURES The Z3-MVE-100 is a high definition, low cost, network-enabled media encoder with the following features: HD resolutions up to 1920x1080 including 1080i60/50, 1080p60/50 and 720p60/50 Supported video includes H.264 and MPEG-2 Video Inputs: Component, 3G-SDI, DVI, HDMI, ASI ...
4.0 OPERATING CONTROLS FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
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Audio IN L ASI OUT 2 ASI OUT 1 Component Y IN Component Pr IN HDMI/DVI IN HDMI OUT SATA USB (2) +12VDC Power ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
5.0 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS The System can be controlled via the Web Server on the Z3-MVE-100. It can also be controlled via the serial port. 5.1 PC SETUP Initially, the simplest way to setup the networked PC to communicate with the Z3-MVE-100 is to put the PC on the same subnet as the Z3-MVE-100.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable from the Z3-MVE-100 unit directly to the PC 3. Disable all wireless and local area connections 4. For a client PC to access the Z3-MVE-100 factory default settings, set the IP address of the PC to 192.168.XX.XX (See 5.1 PC Setup) 5.
192.168.X.XX (Use IP address of your PC) Dest Port 8888 Video Passthru HDMI, SDI Local IP Setup Local IP Address 192.168.X.XX Local Netmask 255.255.0.0 Default Gateway 192.168.0.1 ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
2. Hit “Save User” to save your desired settings 3. Power cycle the Z3-MVE-100 The new IP settings will now take effect ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
6.0 STREAMING OPERATION After connecting your video/audio source and configuring the Z3-MVE-100 Encoder, hit “Start” so the status below says “Running – active.” If you are using the serial command instead, type “S” to start streaming. The way to set up VLC as your stream receiver on your PC differs depending on the format of your output stream.
After the Video Bit Rate has been configured to your preferred settings, hit the "Start Encoder" or "Restart Encoder" button. The web page will respond with: Status: Changed rate The video stream will continue uninterrupted with the new parameter. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
8.0 APPENDIX A: SERIAL CONTROL Note: Please only use serial control if you are experiencing difficulties with the Web Server. Plug-in a DB-9 serial cable from the Z3-MVE-100 to your PC Set up Teraterm on the PC for 115k, 8, N, 1, N, 1ms/char, 50ms/line ...
R -- Refresh Menu W -- Save User Settings X -- Exit Y -- Load Factory Default Settings +============================================================== ---- enter option: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
Hit Browse to find the saved .img file on your PC Hit Upload & Update Power off unit Power cycle system for clean boot and system should be updated. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Z3 Technology, LLC ♦ 100 N 8 ST, STE 250 ♦ Lincoln, NE 68508-1369 U.S.A. ♦ +1.402.323.0702...
10.0 TROUBLESHOOTING No video is usually caused by networking issues. o First: check IP address and Net Mask. Ping PC from Z3-MVE-100 and ping Z3-MVE-100 from PC. Use direct connection from Z3-MVE-100 to PC without router/customer network. Once video connection is established, then add in customer specific network equipment.
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