Overview The VPort 251 is a high performance, 1-channel video encoder in a compact form factor that is suitable for installation in a variety of locations, including outdoor camera cabinets. For easier installation, the VPort 251 supports both panel mounting and DIN-rail mounting (with DK-35A accessory), and includes a loop-through power output that can be used to power an analog camera.
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1 auto-sensing 10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet port RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 COM port for controlling PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) motorized cameras "Transparent PTZ Control" function to control remote PTZ cameras with legacy PTZ control panel or keyboard Built-in web server and RS-232 console for remote and local access & configuration TCP, UDP, and HTTP network transmission modes Simultaneous access for up to 10 clients...
VPort 251 Panel Layout 1. Grounding point 2. Power input jack (12 to 32 VDC or 18 to 30 VAC) 3. 5-pin terminal block for digital input and relay output 4. Hardware reset button 5. 10/100BaseTX Ethernet port with RJ45 connector, LEDs 6.
Initial Installation and Configuration Before installing the VPort 251, verify that all items in the package checklist are present. In addition, you will need a notebook or PC equipped with an Ethernet port to complete the installation. Step 1: Connect the power source, and connect loop-through power output if required.
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NOTE Drivers are required to support specific PTZ control protocols. The VPort 251 supports the following protocols: Pelco D Pelco P DynaColor DynaDome For other protocols, please contact the video camera manufacturer for the PTZ control commands. You may then use the VPort 251’s Custom Camera function to program PTZ control.
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3. When the search is complete, every EDS switch and VPort found on the network will be listed onscreen. NOTE Broadcast Search can only search for devices connected to the same LAN domain as the PC running the utility. If your devices are located on different LAN domain, use the Specify IP Address function to search for a specific IP address.
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NOTE For Windows XP SP2 or above, the ActiveX Control component may be automatically blocked for security reasons. In this case, the warning message may not appear. Unblock the ActiveX control function or disable the security configuration to allow installation of the VPort ActiveX Control component.
For details on each item, please refer to the User’s Manual. NOTE Administrators should go to System Configuration System Account in the VPort’s web-based manager to set the administrator’s password and enable authentication. The administrator account name is admin. Each time the web-based manager is opened, an authentication window will ask for the account name and password.
DIN-Rail Mounting (Optional) The VPort 251 can be mounted on a 35-mm DIN-rail using the DK-35A accessory (ordered separately). Wall Mounting The VPort 251 can be mounted on the wall with 2 screws. 6.0 mm Make sure that screws are less than 3.5 mm in diameter, with heads between 3.5 and 6.0 mm in diameter, as shown on the right.
You should also pay attention to the following: Use separate paths to route wiring for power and devices. If power wiring and device wiring paths must cross, make sure the wires are perpendicular at the intersection point. NOTE: Do not run signal or communications wiring and power wiring in the same wire conduit.
STEP 1: Insert the negative (ground)/positive DI wires into the ┴/I1 terminals. STEP 2: To keep the DI wires from pulling loose, use a small flathead screwdriver to tighten the connection. STEP 3: Insert the terminal block connector into the receptor on the VPort’s top panel.
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RJ45 (10-pin) to DB25 (F) Cable Wiring RJ45 Plug Pin 1 10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet Port Connection The 10/100BaseT(X) port is on the VPort 251’s front panel and is used to connect to Ethernet-enabled devices. The following table shows pinouts for both MDI (NIC-type) ports and MDI-X (hub/switch-type) ports. Cable wiring diagrams are also provided for straight-through and cross-over Ethernet cables.
PTZ Port A PTZ port is located on the VPort 251’s bottom panel. The port is used to connect to 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 the terminal block, with pin assignments as shown in the following table: Pin Assignment...
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