Darim PVE400M User Manual

Portable video encoder/streamer

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User's Guide
Rev. 1.2
November 21, 2007
Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Rev. 1.2 November 21, 2007 Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2 Throughout this manual, we make reference to product names that are trademarks of other companies. We are using these names for identification purposes only, with no intention of infringement of the trademarks. Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SPECIFICATIONS ..............................- 27 - PVE400M T ........................ - 27 - ECHNICAL SPECIFICATION PVE-CAM ....................... - 27 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ............................- 28 - ONNECTORS PIN OUT ............................- 30 - IST OF ACCESSORIES Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 4: General Information

    Field-replaceable Lithium-ion battery, specifically designed to meet the needs of harsh operating conditions or critical/emergency response teams. The PVE400M can be managed and monitored from either an Incident Response Command Post or from a Central Operations Control Centre – delivering real-time video and audio information from outdoor environments back to a centrally managed control location in order to communicate true “Point-of-View”...
  • Page 5: Requirements

    • OS: Microsoft® Windows® XP Home or Pro, Windows® Vista The rest of this document contains important operating instructions for the PVE400M unit. Be sure to read all the applicable sections carefully before proceeding. Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 6: Installation Steps

    PVE400M USER’S GUIDE 2. INSTALLATION STEPS This chapter describes the installation procedure of the PVE400M accessories. Figure 2. PVE400M interface Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved - 6 -...
  • Page 7: Installing Antenna

    Attach the supplied antenna to RP-SMA jack. Figure 3. Attaching the supplied antenna Warning: The only supplied antenna with 2.0dBi gain is certified to use with PVE400M when the device is used as wearable. Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 8: Installing The Camera

    PVE400M USER’S GUIDE 2.2 Installing the camera PVE400M is bundled with 1/3" Sony Ex-View HAD CCD, Hi- res weatherproof bullet camera. The camera comes with Fischer Automatic Latching, Self Aligned 5 pin connector. Gently plug and rotate the connector until it mates and push to lock. In this position the connector is securely locked and pulling the cable will not disconnect it.
  • Page 9: Battery Charging

    Aluminum case of PVE400M is electrically connected with internal ground signal (negative). The external power so urce must be positive. PVE400M has a built-in protection from reverse polarity of an external power ource. Note: AC/DC adapter is designed to use only for indoor environment.
  • Page 10: Using Wired Network Connection

    If AUX connector is not used, make sure that the protection cap is always put. Addendum 8.3 has AUX connector pin out and wiring diagram for PVE-AUX cable. Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved - 10 -...
  • Page 11: Getting Connected

    PVE400M USER’S GUIDE 3. GETTING CONNECTED PVE400M has a built-in web server. The whole configuration can be done using Internet Browser; no other special software is required. All parameters on the configuration pages are stored in Non-Volatile RAM (FLASH), so turning off the power will not reset them. New parameters will be stored by clicking the [Apply] button with verification that all parameters are valid.
  • Page 12 The internal clock is not used in any application for viewing video, but it is useful for logging purpose, as all messages are time stamped. By default HTTP port is set to 80. If this port is changed, specify this port to access PVE400M web server. For example http://192.168.1.250:8080 Clicking the [Apply] button will save all changes to Non-Volatile RAM and restart all services.
  • Page 13: Network Configuration

    The Ethernet IP mode drop-down list allows you to select the IP configurations parameters: DHCP Server - PVE400M has an internal DHCP server and can provide IP address for other devices connected to PVE400M. If this mode is selected, specify the address range in the DHCP Server Starting IP Address and DHCP Server Ending IP Address fields.
  • Page 14: Wireless Connection Configuration

    Statically Provisioned mode, use DHCP Client selection. The MAC Address field is a read-only parameter and serves for verification purpose. The same information can be found on the sticker on the bottom of PVE400M. Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 15: Video And Audio Configuration

    If any changes have been made on this page, click the [Apply] button; otherwise simply select the other tab. 3.3 Video and audio configuration The CONFIG page contains all Video/Audio related parameters. Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved - 15 -...
  • Page 16 PVE400M USER’S GUIDE Figure 8. Video and Audio configuration page PVE400M can operate in PAL or NTSC mode. The Video Standard field represents the current selection of the video standard. Using the Capture Resolution drop-down list you can choose a required resolution. Currently four different resolutions are supported.
  • Page 17: Viewing Video

    There are several ways to get a video feed from the PVE400M unit. For Microsoft Internet Explorer PVE400M has a built-in plug-in which will be automatically installed the first time you access the VIDEO tab. You will be required to confirm the security warnings about the ActiveX installation, as shown in the figures below.
  • Page 18 The third option is using Darim’s Video Spider software, it can be purchased separately. The Video Spider software will you allow to monitor and record data from multiple PVE400M units. The Video Spider software has Client-Server architecture, allowing multiple client computers to connect to the server (or multiple servers).
  • Page 19: Monitoring The Battery Status

    The capacity counter will show an accurate value only if the battery has been fully charged inside the PVE400M unit. If a new battery is installed, the capacity calculation will be done only based on the voltage information (with 20% accuracy) To update the information on this page, press the [Refresh] button or simply click the tab again.
  • Page 20: Upgrading Firmware

    If the status after the upgrade reports an error, check the network connection to upgrade site, if it can be accessed from the network segment of the working PVE400M. The firmware image can be downloaded from the Internet and placed to a local FTP site, within the MeshManager infrastructure, to make easy access from PVE400M.
  • Page 21: Advanced Configuration

    PVE400M unit, either for configuring or requesting a video stream. By default, the list is empty. Any device can be connected to the PVE400M unit. However, once an address is added to the list, all other devices are automatically prevented from accessing with the exception of those devices from the list.
  • Page 22: Ip Router

    4.2 IP router As the PVE400M unit has two network interfaces, it can act as a wireless router. By default IP forwarding is enabled. All you need is to configure IP settings of the external devices, so that they will be in the same IP segment as PVE400M Ethernet, and PVE400M will be as the default gateway for them.
  • Page 23: Customer Service Information

    PVE400M USER’S GUIDE 5. Customer Service Information If the product fails to perform either during the warranty period or after, contact Darim’s designated regional representative for troubleshooting and potential RMA information. The nearest Darim’s Regional Representative can be found at www.darimcctv.com/pve/rep. Or send an e-mail to usasales@darim.com.
  • Page 24: Product Warranty Information

    (based on usage); operation of the Product outside of the published environmental and electrical parameters. We may disclaim warranty for the Products in use with any combination of Non-Darim Products that Purchase may choose to connect to the Product This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied.
  • Page 25: Regulatory Information

    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the supplier of PVE400M or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by Darim Vision Co. may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. FCC ID: QTF-PVE4006300...
  • Page 26: Ce Mark Certification

    The following is an example of the CE Marking on the product label: The alert symbol indicates that PVE400M is not certified to operate in France. Outdoor use in France is restricted to 10mW EIRP for band 2454 -2483.5 MHz...
  • Page 27: Specifications

    2.9mm, 4.3mm, 6mm, 8mm, 16mm Power source: 12VDC Operating current: 90mA Operating temperature: 14˚ F~122˚ F (-10˚ C~ + 50˚ C) Measurement (mm): 21(D) x 72(L) Weight: 220g Cable length: 4’ (1.2M) Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved - 27 -...
  • Page 28: Connectors Pin Out

    Mating male connector Fischer S1031 A010-140+ A/V connector Pin # Designation Video in Audio input Audio ground +12V out Video ground/power ground Mating male connector Fischer S102 A054-140+ www.fischerconnectors.com Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved - 28 -...
  • Page 29 Ethernet wired as straight through (T568B). DC power jack Center pin - +10-16V 2A Max Standard 5mm with center pin 2.1 mm DC power connector Mating plug – Kobiconn P/N 1710-2111 www.mouser.com Copyright © 2007 Darim Vision Co, All Rights Reserved - 29 -...
  • Page 30: List Of Accessories

    PVE-NCC Nylon Carrying Case with strap an belt loop PVE-BT Spare battery (same as supplied with PVE400M) PVE-PS AC to DC Power Supply to power PVE400M and charge internal battery PVE-RPC (US) US type Power cord for PVE-PS PVE-RPC (EUR)

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