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Rutter Technologies Inc. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Rutter Technologies Inc assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein.
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Amendment Record for VDR—100G2/SVDR Operation User Manual The details of any amendment made to this documentation should be recorded in the table below. These details should include the signature of the person responsible for inserting the latest amendment. Description Date Inserted RUT-UM-02-002, Rev.
Table of Contents SYSTEM ..................... 1 VDR-100G2 System Components .................... 1 1.1.1 Data Processing Unit (DPU) ............................3 1.1.2 Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)............................4 1.1.3 Audio Module ................................5 1.1.4 Video Module ................................7 1.1.5 NMEA Input Modules ..............................8 1.1.6 Operation & Alarm Unit (OAU).............................9 1.1.7...
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7.2.4 Verifying the Data ..............................60 Corrective Maintenance ......................62 7.3.1 Alarm Code Descriptions ............................62 7.3.2 Log Window Error Code Descriptions........................63 7.3.3 NMEA Error Code Descriptions ..........................65 Update Service History Log....................66 VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual TOC - II RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
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List of Figures Figure 1-1 - VDR-100G2 Block Diagram ...................... 2 Figure 1-2 - Data Processing Unit......................... 3 Figure 1-3 - Data Management Module (Rear View)..................4 Figure 1-4 - Data Acquisition Unit ......................... 5 Figure 1-5 – 12-Input (6-Channel) Audio Module ..................6 Figure 1-6 - Indoor Microphone ........................
For a complete list of data items to be recorded, refer to IEC 61996. The VDR-100G2 is a fully IMO compliant VDR. The base system consists of the following components: Data Processing Unit (DPU), consisting of:...
UNIT Figure 1-1 - VDR-100G2 Block Diagram The VDR-100G2S has many similar components to the VDR-100G2, with the following differences: The Video Module is only required if the vessel’s radar has an available COTS (commercial off- the-shelf) interface. Therefore, the recording of video data may not be applicable in some VDR- 100G2S installations.
DMM’s internal hard drive, the Final Recording Medium (FRM), USB Memory Stick, and the optional Remote Storage Module (RSM). The VDR-100G2 power system is housed in the DPU, and accepts universal AC or 24VDC from the ship’s emergency power while providing 24VDC to the VDR-100G2 modules. The power system includes batteries to provide uninterrupted power to the audio recording system in the event of a blackout.
Figure 1-3 - Data Management Module (Rear View) 1.1.1.2 Power Supply Module The VDR-100G2 has the option of being powered by either AC or DC supply (must be chosen at time of order as it is not field configurable): The AC input range is 85-264V, 47-63Hz.
IEC 61996 standard. All audio data is routed to the DMM for processing, storage, and eventual retrieval. This module also controls the test buzzers used to verify the functionality of all microphones connected to the VDR-100G2. The standard Audio Module is an autonomous audio capture and broadcast device with eight (8) input ports for capturing audio data from a combination of microphones or line level inputs.
Figure 1-5 – 12-Input (6-Channel) Audio Module There are two (2) types of microphones available with the VDR-100G2: The indoor microphones are condenser style boundary microphones, ordinarily mounted to the ceiling in the bridge area, with a junction box mounted above the ceiling for cable connection.
The video channel to be digitized. The sources of the vertical and horizontal syncs. The coefficients for the PLL-generated pixel clock (or selection of an external clock). The dimensions (number of samples and lines) of the captured frame. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
An efficient anti-collision algorithm preserves the integrity of the data even at high incoming data rates. Data is handled on a first-in-first-out basis, assembled, and then transmitted via the serial output port to the receiving computer or data logger. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
1.1.6 Operation & Alarm Unit (OAU) The Operation & Alarm Unit (OAU) provides a visible and audible alarm in the event of a VDR-100G2 error condition. Using an output connection to a vessel’s central bridge alarm system, the OAU alerts an Integrated Bridge System (IBS) of any VDR-100G2 system failures or error conditions.
The Final Recording Medium (FRM/SFRM) is a solid-state storage unit capable of storing a minimum of 12 hours of VDR-100G2 data in compliance with IMO resolution A.861(20.). The difference between a VDR and a Simplified-VDR mainly relates to the number of recording channels and their characteristics.
Figure 1-11 – Rutter FRM (RUT-02447) Fixed Capsule The Rutter FRM (RUT-02447) Fixed Capsule is the “Black Box” storage medium for ships is coloured bright orange for ease of location in the event of an incident. It is designed to be mounted externally close to the bridge - typically on the ´monkey island´...
2 GB of solid state memory with a storage capacity of more than 12 hours of voyage data including radar, audio, and sensor. Figure 1-12 –L3 HVR-01 Fixed FRM Capsule Figure 1-13 - L3 HVR-02 Fixed FRM Capsule VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
12 hours of captured data. In a situation where a ship may be sinking, the capsule will float free while transmitting both its position and MMSI for at least seven (7) days. Figure 1-16 - Jotron Float-Free SFRM Capsule VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
1.1.7.4 Rutter-ACR Float-Free SFRM Capsule The Rutter-ACR Float-Free SFRM Capsule contains 4GB of non-volatile memory (Flash), intended to store ship parameters in real time. The storage memory will continually store the last 12 hours (minimum) of received data. The interface between the VDR-100G2S and the memory capsule is a standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet connection using TCP/IP standard protocol.
Pitch Order/Response, Bow Thruster Order and Response). DataDiscrete Discrete inputs can be monitored via Rutter Technologies’ DataDiscrete interface unit. Discrete inputs are data items recorded simply as open/closed or on/off. These discrete inputs reflect their status by the presence or absence of discrete voltage levels or by the closure of a set of relay contacts. The VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev.
DataDiscrete input module monitors discrete input points and outputs an NMEA-0183/IEC 61162 format data sentence to represent them. This output is connected to the VDR-100G2 through a NMEA input channel on the NMEA Module. The DataDiscrete interface is a microprocessor-based unit that incorporates 24 opto-isolated inputs arranged in four (4) banks of six (6) (with each bank having its own common return).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The following tables contain a summary of the technical specifications for the Rutter VDR-100G2 system components: Power Consumption 1.1 A @ 220VAC (approx. 250 Watts) Normal Operating Current (approx) 2.1 A @ 120VAC (approx. 250 Watts) 11 A @ 24VDC 2.9 A @ 220VAC (during battery charge)
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The following interfaces are available for remote mounting: DataAnalog analog signals interface DataDiscrete contact signal interface DataGyro gyrocompass interface DataSynchro synchro type gyrocompass interface DataSplitter NMEA splitter interface DataProtocol protocol conversion interface VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
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35 x 127 x 214mm Input Power 24VDC or Universal AC with external power supply Capacity 250GB Optional RSM 24VDC Power Supply Specifications Weight 1.0Kg Dimensions 138 x 166.2 x 50mm Input Power 24VDC VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
USER GUIDE The following section provides a user guide for operating the VDR-100G2/S. All user-level operation occurs via the OAU. The OAU provides the ability to secure data as well as offering audible alarms that alert the user to potential problems with the unit and/or component connections.
OAU menu pad. An example of the information provided via the “Tests” menu, is as follows: **Test Screen** Version: 4.0X.00 ID: 55N5SS5S55X21 Press the “Cancel” button to return to the main screen. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Communication has been lost with one of the microphones Disk Error Failure to secure a data set GPS Error Failure to record GPS data Table 3.1 – Alarm Code Description Pressing the “Mute” button acknowledges the alarm code and silences the alarm. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
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DATA RETRIEVAL The VDR-100G2 is supplied with several options for accessing and replaying data in order to reconstruct voyages: The primary method of retrieving data is via the USB Memory Stick. The copying of data to the USB Memory Stick is initiated at the OAU via the RSM button (see Section 4.4 - Remote Storage Module).
Configure the download computer as a ‘Client’ for the ‘Download Application’ to connect to the VDR-100G2 and retrieve the recorded data. To do this, the download PC must be in the same IP segment as the download port on the VDR. The VDR’s download port occupies IP address 200.200.200.200.
Using the appropriate slide-bar, set the time frame that will begin and end the downloaded data set. ‘Normal data set’. ‘Extended NMEA data set’ – this option allows for the download of the extended NMEA data set only. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Once a download is complete, “MainAudio”, “MainNMEA”, and “MainVideo” folders are visible. The vdrparams.ini and vdr-cfg.txt files are also downloaded and saved to the specified download directory. See Figure 4-5 - Sample Download Directory for an example of a typical download directory. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
7. To choose a directory to which the datasets will be downloaded, other than the one listed under ‘Destination’, press the “Change Destination” button and follow standard Windows procedure for selecting a desired directory. 8. Once the duration and destination are correct, press ‘Start Download’. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Extended NMEA Download The Extended NMEA data set is a VDR-100G2 option, which supports the recording of up to 185 days of NMEA data to the DMM. When an extended NMEA download occurs, no video or audio data is included in the download.
Remote Storage Module If installed, the Removable Storage Module (RSM) provides a means of copying data recorded by the VDR. See Section 5 - RSM & USB Memory Stick for information on downloading to the RSM. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
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RSM & USB Memory Stick The primary means of removing data recorded by the VDR-100G2 is via the USB Memory Stick (version 4.05.00 of the vdr_record.exe application and later). Each VDR from Serial No. 20107020850 forward includes a USB Memory Stick. For units built prior to this time, the primary means of removing data is via the RSM.
(for example, “Page 3/21”). Once the desired data set is highlighted, press the “Enter” key on the OAU keypad. Press the “Enter” key again to confirm the download. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Important! Do not disconnect the USB Memory Stick during data transfer. If data is being transferred to the Memory Stick the blue light located on the body of the Memory Stick will flash rapidly. Once data transfer is complete the blue light will stay solid. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
1. Physically disconnect the RSM Ethernet cable and connect it to the Client PC using an “A to B mini” USB cable. 2. The RSM will be visible on the Client PC as a connected hard drive. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
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Figure 6-1 - Installation Executable File Choose the directory to which the executable will be installed. Figure 6-2 - Choose Installation Directory To abort the installation, click the ‘Abort’ button on the ‘Installing…’ message window. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
VDR. The configuration file pertaining to the ship whose data will be used by the Playback application must be located in an easily accessed location on the local hard drive of the playback PC. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Figure 6-6 - Restart Warning With the VDR-100G2, the ship’s configuration file will accompany every available data set. When a data set is selected the configuration file will be automatically reloaded as necessary.
.rfa (archive) file and select a folder to which the data can be extracted. Once extracted, an applicable configuration file will need to be selected in order to continue playback. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Figure 6-9 - Enabling Ethernet Broadcasting The broadcast will occur on UDP Port 4450 and 4451. Refer to the relevant ECS manual to properly enable a PC to receive an Ethernet broadcast from Rutter Technologies’ Playback software. Starting the Playback To start the data playback, complete the following steps: 1.
‘Playback’ menu. A dialog box will appear requiring a time compression rate. Enter any integer from 2 to 24 (inclusive) in the open text box and press ‘OK’ (see Figure 6-13 - Set Fast Forward Rate). VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
To activate the audio portion of a playback, choose ‘Unlock Audio’ from the ‘Audio’ file menu (see Figure 6-15 – Audio Menu). A prompt will appear requiring a password; the default password supplied with the VDR-100G2 is “VDR”. Press ‘OK’ to activate the audio data and make each channel in the ‘Audio’ file menu selectable.
SOG – Ship’s Speed Over Ground Depth – Depth of ship ROT – Ship’s Rate Of Turn 6.9.1 Depth Graph The Depth Graph provides an illustration, in metres (m), of the ship’s depth. Figure 6-16 - Depth Graph VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Radar data is captured at 15-second intervals. If multiple radar images are available for video capture, capture times will be staggered but still allow for individual captures at 15-second intervals. There are a number of options available when viewing the radar data: VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
ECDIS or chart image recorded. Note! If proprietary data is present in the data playback, a “Proprietary” conning tab may appear. This tab window will present the available proprietary data in sentence format. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Lost Tab – provides a list of ships for which information is no longer available. Dangerous Tab – provides a list of all ships that are currently on a dangerous course relative to the user’s ship. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
This point will now be the center point of the view screen. Turning on the “Center on Selected Target” checkbox overrides this control. New View – Opens a dedicated AIS Playback window. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
“Create” button, place the mouse cursor in the view screen area and left-click in the locations required to create a guard zone shape. Double-click to complete the guard zone formation. The guard zone can be enabled or disabled by checking or unchecking the “Enabled” checkbox. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
(often indicated with the colour green) door or opening. Should the number of water doors exceed the initial screen space, a scroll bar will become visible allowing a user to view all available. Figure 6-25 - Water Doors Tab VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
NMEA strings. ‘Log’ information can be controlled via the Controls toolbar. To scroll illustrated information, press the ‘Pause’ button on the Controls toolbar and use the ‘Log’ scrollbar to navigate. Figure 6-27 - Log Window VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
2. The Data Extraction window will open (see Figure 6-29 - Data Extraction Window below). This may take a number of seconds. The start time will automatically appear as the point in the playback where the Data Extraction window was opened. Figure 6-29 - Data Extraction Window VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Stop the playback by selecting ‘Stop’ from the ‘Playback’ menu, or by pressing the ‘Stop’ button in the Controls toolbar. Press the ‘Close’ (x) button in the upper right hand corner of the application’s main window, or choose ‘Exit’ from the ‘File’ menu. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
7 Maintenance 7.1 Introduction The Rutter VDR/SVDR requires regular maintenance to ensure its continued seaworthiness and serviceability. The procedures outlined in this chapter will help the operator to identify any problems that may be caused during the maintenance or repair of the VDR/SVDR or of any sensors connected to it.
DAU cover is tightened in place and the DAU is firmly mounted. 3. The OAU should have no alarms and should always show: Status: Recording (Although somne earlier versions of the VDR-100G2 may display Status: Clear) Run a test to verify that the display, LED, and buzzer function normally press the OAU’s “TEST”...
8. Playback and verify the data retrieved in Step 7. Refer to Chapter 6: Playback Software, Section 6.1: Playback Installation – Client PC of this manual for detailed instruction on how to install and use the VDR Playback application. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Installation Commissioning Form. This form is delivered to the ship’s Captain at the time of VDR/SVDR Commissioning. b. Verify that each NMEA input as listed in the VDR/SVDR’s Commissioning Document is displayed in the VDR Playback application. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
VDR/SVDR power OFF. Wait 2 hours and 15 minutes. Turn the VDR/SVDR power breaker back on and see if this has cleared the error. If error returns, get service to find and repair the error. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
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A multiple error will display multiple 1-bits in the binary string, which must then be interpreted. Example: The error code 99$17 converts to a binary string of 0000010001, representing a simultaneous Storage and Power error. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Table 7-3 - NMEA Error Codes Example: Error message 1errorSD on an 8 Channel NMEA Module would indicate that the data on input Port 6 has the wrong data format or speed or is corrupt. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Update Service History Log (see Table 7-4: Update Service History Log below). A complete record of the Date, Service\Fault Description, Service Supplier and Ship’s Representative Signature must be documented in the log for each entry in order for the information to be valid. VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
Rutter VDR/SVDR Update Service History Log Ship's Service Representative Date Service/Fault Description Supplier Signature Table 7-4: Update Service History Log VDR-100G2/G2S Operation User Manual RUT-UM-02-002_Rev. 2.0...
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