2 ch capacity vehicle hd video recorder (33 pages)
Summary of Contents for VENTRA XDR-1280/D
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Analog 1080P/720P AHD, D1 User Guide This manual covers the setup, connection and features of the XDR. For management software, refer to Ventra software manual THIS MANUAL CONTAINS UPDATED FEATURES AND SPECIFICATION. PLEASE REFER TO UPDATE NOTICE Please read and follow all instructions and features before use.
Table of Content TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4 RECORDING FRAME RATE / VIDEO STREAM AND STORAGE RATE ………………………………………………………………5 WARNING: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………………….……..6 WARNING: LAWS AND REGULATIONS………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 HARD DRIVE, SD CARD PRECAUTION, REQUIREMENT………………………………………………………………………………….8 SYSTEM LAYOUT FRONT …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9 SYSTEM LAYOUT REAR ..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….10 SYSTEM DIMENSION……..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….11 HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12 SYSTEM COMPONENTS…………………………………………………………………….............13 SYSTEM CONNECTION SIMPLIFIED......................……14 SYSTEM CONNECTION FULL OVERVIEW......................……15...
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Table of Content 2.3 – 2.4 BASIC SETUP – SYSTEM STARTUP, BATTERY PROTECTION…………..………..……………………………….……..28 BASIC SETUP – USER SETUP, PASSWORD …………………………...………….…………………………….…...…………29 NETWORK CONNECTION …………………………………………………… …………………………………..…………..………30 SECTION 4: SURVEILLANCE / RECORD SETTING 4.0 - 4.2 SURVEILLANCE – LIVE VIEW, AUTO LOOP, ON SCREEN DISPLAY..………………...….…………..….………..31 4.3 –...
Technical Specification Preview, Recording, Playback, Route History Function Overview Linux 3.0.8 System Control Mode Remote Controller, USB Corded Mouse, EX4-PGM Cameras IPC + AHD 12 Cameras max - Up to (8) AHD / Analog + (4) IP (requires PON switch) 12 channels (8) 1080P AHD, 720P AHD, D1 Resolution...
XDR-1280/D Camera Frames Per Second (FPS) Chart Camera Resolution Channels AHD-720 IPC-1080P AHD-1080P IPC-1080P AHD-1080P IPC-1080P AHD-1080P IP1080P AHD-720P IPC-1080P Video Stream Rate and Storage Based On Video Quality Level (1 – 8) Stream (kB/s) 1024 352 x 240 MB / Hour /...
Failure to follow these safety warnings could potentially result in an accident, collision resulting in serious injury or death Install the device in a manner that does not obstruct the driver’s view of the front or sides of the vehicle, or interfere with the safety of operating the vehicle. •...
Use of this product other than its intended purpose is strictly prohibited. Ventra Technologies Inc. does not assume any responsibility for any fines, violation, penalties or damages that may be incurred as a result of the use of the product Ventra Technologies Inc.
When unspecified storage are used, XDR may not record data properly and recordings may be lost or damaged • Ventra is not responsible for any damage , data loss, or system error resulting from HDD or SD card error and or damage, computer issues or virus •...
System Layout Rear Power Power cable connection 9 – 36V DC Amplifier Amplifier connection Panel EX4-PGM connection Ethernet RJ45 network connection USB connection EX12-ALC Input / Output Alarm and Serial Serial cable connection harness 1. Power Connection – Main power connection to vehicle fuse or XDR-PON network switch.
This cable provides connection for (8) AHD cameras and (1) video output to monitor Up to 8 AHD cameras (AV IN 1 – AV IN 8) • 1080P AHD, 720P HD, D1 Resolution • • 4 pin DIN connection • 1 DIN female video out connection (AV OUT 1) (Must connect to EX12-MPIG to convert to BNC connection)
EX12-ALC Input / Output Trigger Cable Guide Trigger Cable Can Be connected for a wide array of applications For Sensor In: • Door Open / Close Contact High Voltage: 5~12V • Light Trigger Low Voltage : 0~3V • Siren Trigger •...
Powering the XDR (12V / 24VDC) Fig. 1 Pic of Power Cable 1. Insert the appropriate fuse blade into the Red power cable Blue Fuse = 12V Brown Fuse = 24V 2. Connect the 3 power wires to the vehicle’s fuse = 12VDC Power Yellow = Ignition / Accessory...
Connect Ventra EX4-XC series 1080P, 720P AHD and D1 resolution camera (4 PIN DIN) Figure 3 EX12-CAM8 Figure 1 Figure 2 EX4-CBL (EX4-XC1D, EX4-XC2, EX4-XC2D, EX4-XC4) with 4 PIN DIN - Connect the EX12-CAM8 cable to the AV IN connector at the rear of the XDR...
Fig. 1 XDR-PON Switch Fig. 2 Connect Power to XDR and XDR-PON For EX5-HD1, EX5-HD2, EX5-HD3IP1080 cameras Requires Ventra EX5-CBLxx 6PIN DIN cable and XDR-PON 4 camera switch (sold separately) • Connect the power cable included with the XDR-PON to both...
Connecting Ventra EX5 HD series 1080P, 720P IP camera (6 PIN DIN) Fig. 1 XDR-PON Switch Fig. 2 Connect Power to XDR and XDR-PON IPC port for HD camera For EX5-HD1, EX5-HD2, EX5-HD3IP1080 cameras Requires Ventra EX5-CBLxx 6PIN DIN cable and XDR-PON 4 camera switch (sold separately) •...
XDR-1280 Video Out to LCD Screen Connection 2. Using AV Out 1 port to connect to EX12-MPIG included with XDR 1. Connect EX12-CAM8 to XDR 3. Use a BNC to VGA Converter to connect to the Video 4. Connect RCA cable to EX12-MPIG Cable Lead on EX12-MPIG...
EX4-PGM (Optional) 7” Touch Screen Programming Tablet and LCD monitor EX4-PGM • Programming XDR system • LCD monitor for live viewing / back up • Touch Screen for easy access Connect the EX4-PGM with the 5M extension cable to the “Panel” Connector on XDR...
Do NOT format or Repair the card via PC. (This is a safety feature of the system). Data can only be recognized by the Ventra XDR Software Insert or Remove HDD / SD card while XDR is powered ON To connect to the XDR, there are 2 methods...
Basic Setup – Register Vehicle / Driver / Device ID 2.0 Register – Vehicle / Driver / Device Info Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab Device ID: currently not in use Vehicle Info Vehicle Number (Required for software to identify system) ...
Basic Setup – Date / Time Setup 2.1 Time setup – Date / Time Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab Set Date / Time Format Set Time Zone Time Sync - set date and time Enable Satellite time sync via external GPS receiver. Once signal is acquired, XDR will automatically sync time Center Server- synchronize time with time server (optional) NTP Sync –...
Basic Setup – System Startup 2.3 Startup – On / Off Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab On / Off: How the XDR is activated (3 Modes) Ignition Timer Ignition or Timer Ignition Delay: Time delay between vehicle ignition off to XDR powering off (0-300 seconds) Ignition: XDR powers on as vehicle ignition is on Timer : If Timer option is selected, the schedule for Start and End Time must be set .
Basic Setup – User Setup 2.5 User Setup Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab Idle Time: The length of time the system remains in settings mode before logging out. Recommend (10 Minutes) User Name: Default are admin and user User Group: It is categorized as Administrator and Normal user Admin: View videos, change settings and export logs...
XDR-1280/D supports remote connectivity and viewing with the addition of the Ethernet cable and optional XDR remote viewing monthly service (sold separately) This enables the XDR-1280/D to connect to an external WiFi and or Cellular Router via Ethernet connection. Additional settings are required in the Network Tab within the XDR...
Surveillance – Live View 4.0 Surveillance – Live View – Preview Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab Preview Audio: Enable / Disable audio during live view of cameras Image Setup: Adjust live view parameters - Color, Contrast, Brightness Margins: Adjust live view screen setup Startup Screen: Set live view display in Single, Quad or Nine CH mode Channel: Select the channels to display on screen...
Surveillance – Record – General / Main Stream 4.3 Surveillance – Record - General Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab This section covers the general system wide setting of the XDR System – PAL / NTSC (Default = NTSC) Overwrite: How the system stores new recording once the storage is full - Capacity: As SD storage is full, system will overwrite oldest data - Date: XDR will overwrite old data based on date...
Surveillance – Record – Main Stream 4.4 Surveillance – Record – Main Stream (Continued) Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab Quality: Video quality in relation to Bit Stream ( 1 – 8, 1 = Best) Default = 3 Record Mode: Select how the camera is activated - Ignition / Power: When vehicle ignition is on - Event: Only when an event occurs...
Record – Dual Stream Record - Dual Stream Reminder: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab This section covers what type of storage is used and the recording method of the 2 SD card (If utilized). Dual Stream is also utilized for continuous recording from 1 card to the 2 card in continuous loop format.
Surveillance – IPC / HD Camera Setup 4.7 Surveillance – IPC / HD Camera Setup NOTE: This section is solely for the configuration, enabling and setting for the EX5-HD series IP camera. Each camera has its own internal IP / MAC address within the XDR Default IP address for the HD camera = 10.100.100.1 10.100.100.1 - 32 Any IP cameras can start from IP address...
Surveillance – IPC / HD Camera Setup 4.8 Surveillance – PTZ NOTE: PTZ settings applicable only for PTZ enabled analog or IP cameras Setup: Enable / Disable PTZ function in each Channel Operate: Serial / N9M, ONVIF. Protocol Type: Serial Mode Supports - N9M - Onvif - Pelco D...
Collection of Data – General 5.0 Collection – General - Sensor Note: Save each tab individually before proceeding to next tab Sensor Number: Select from drop down menu of the sensor to edit Sensor Name: Optional – assign name to each sensor (i.e. Door, trunk, lift arm) OSD Name: The name embedded in video and data recordings Copy: If settings are the same, select Copy To individual or all sensors 5.1 Collection –...
Collection of Data – General 5.3 Collection – Snap Setting – Time Snap Start Time / End Time: Set schedule of image snapshot. Check the Time Stamp Box to enable, edit and add. Edit by selecting the menu icon. Delete by selecting the X icon Add: XDR supports up to 8 different schedules for image Snapshot configuration 5.4 Collection –...
Alarm – Base Configuration 6.0 Alarm – Base – Speed Alarm Enable / Disable Overspeed Event trigger Alarm Type: Important or General Trigger: Set speed limit trigger - Overspeed Early Warning If max speed is set at 60 MPH, when vehicle reaches 50 MPH, system will trigger and activate an alert to optional external device (light, buzzer) - Speed: Max vehicle speed limit - Alarm duration ( 0 -255 seconds)
Alarm – Base Configuration 6.1 Alarm – Base – Panel Alarm Enable / Disable Panic Alarm trigger Alarm Type: Important or General Trigger: Set time delay for panic alarm activation 0 -255 seconds Alarm Linkage: Channel: XDR supports multiple cameras to be assigned for recording when specific alarm is triggered Post Recording: Duration of recording to be marked as post alarm event Lock: Lock specific alarm recording to keep for specified duration –...
Alarm – Base Configuration 6.2 Alarm – Base – I/O Alarm Enable / Disable I/O Alarm trigger 1 - 8 Alarm Type: Important or General Trigger: Low or High trigger (Default is Low for alarm trigger) For Sensor In: For Sensor Out: High Voltage: 5~12V Triggered Voltage: 12V Low Voltage : 0~2V...
Alarm – Base Configuration 6.3 Alarm – Video Loss Enable / Disable Video loss Alarm Alarm Type: Important or General Trigger: Channel selection Channel: Select channels to detect video loss Set Period / Schedule: Create schedule for video loss detection Channel: XDR supports multiple cameras to be assigned for recording when specific alarm is triggered Post Recording: Duration of recording to be marked as post alarm event...
Maintenance – Configuration 7.0 Maintenance – Configuration File Import / Export NOTE: If using both corded USB mouse to control and USB thumb drive for Firmware storage, a USB hub may be used to provide multiple USB port In the configuration menu, user can export and or import configuration file for system settings.
Maintenance – Upgrade 7.2 Maintenance – Upgrade (Firmware) NOTE: If using both corded USB mouse to control and USB thumb drive for Firmware storage, a USB hub may be used to provide multiple USB port In the Upgrade menu, user can update Firmware for XDR, EX5-HD camera (IPC) or EX4-PGM (CP4) programming tablet.
Maintenance – Storage Format 7.3 Maintenance – Storage Format NOTE: Do NOT insert or remove the SD card when the system is powered on, it may cause system error and corrupt recording files XDR uses a proprietary file format, all HDD and SD cards MUST be formatted in the XDR prior to recording.
Product Warranty Ventra Technology warrants the system against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, Ventra’s liability for any defective product, or any product part, shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product, at Ventra’s sole discretion.
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