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  • Page 1 VideoJet 400 VideoJet 400 VideoJet 400 VideoJet 400 Manual...
  • Page 2 Because of the further development of prod- ucts, the content of the manual might change without prior notice. VCS will not be liable for damage which is directly or indirectly due to errors, incompleteness, or discrepancies between the manual and the product described.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Overview of functions ....... . 14 Rear VideoJet 400 (Desktop version) ....17 Front VideoJet 400 (Desktop version) .
  • Page 4 Index ..........81 VideoJet 400...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Preface

    Preface These Installation and Operating Instructions are intended for per- sons authorised to install and operate the VideoJet 400 . Inter- national, national and any relevant regional regulations relating to electronics must be observed at all times. The Operating Instruc- tions explain the installation and operation of the VideoJet 400 .
  • Page 6 The following typographic conventions are used in this manual:: Configuration Menu names and window and key names and parameters [Enter], [C] Key names [Ctrl] + [C] Two or more keys that are pressed simul- taneously. Command line input and output ping VideoJet 400...

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    Preface Intended use The Network Video Server VideoJet 400 serves to transmit video, audio and control signals via data networks (Ethernet LAN). It is designed for use in CCTV systems. The connection of an exter- nal alarm generator allows various functions to be triggered auto- matically.
  • Page 8 Preface VideoJet 400...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Safety Information

    – if objects have penetrated inside the server, – after long storage under improper conditions or – after heavy demands during transport. Have the system checked by VCS in such cases. Installation and operation All applicable electrical codes and regulations must be observed and followed at all times during the installation.

  • Page 10: Repairs And Maintenance

    Repairs and maintenance Never open the housing of the VideoJet 400 . The unit con- tains no parts which you can repair or replace. Never open the housing of the power supply unit. The power supply unit contains no parts which you can repair or replace.

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Product Description

    Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser (from Version 5) or free serial interface and terminal program Preconditions for configuration Computer with operating system Windows 95/98/NT and a gate- way to the network Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser (from Version 5) or VCS software decoder e.g. PROVILite VideoJet 400...

  • Page 12: Preconditions For Operation

    VideoJet and video monitor Overview of functions Network video VideoJet 400 is a network video server. It serves primarily server for encoding and decoding video, audio and control data for transfer via an Ethernet LAN. By using existing networks, the VideoJet permits the simple installation and configuration of CCTV systems.
  • Page 13 This interface can also be used for the transmission of transparent data. Configuration VideoJet 400 can be configured with a browser via the local network (intranet) or via the internet. Firmware updates and the quick uploading of device configurations are possible in the same way.
  • Page 14 Product description Summary VideoJet 400 offers the following main functions: Video, audio and data transmission via data networks. Multicast function for simultaneous image transmission to several receivers 4 video channels (PAL and NTSC compatible), transmission of the video images as high-resolution individual frames, image sequences or with quad split High colour image resolution with 704 ×...

  • Page 15: Rear Videojet 400 (Desktop Version)

    Product description Rear (Desktop version) VideoJet 400 1 Video inputs VIDEO 1 to VIDEO 4 BNC connectors for connection of the video sources 2 DIP switch 75 OHM ON for termination of the corresponding video input if the video signal is not looped through 3 Audio input AUDIO IN 3.5 mm mono jack bush for connection of the audio source...

  • Page 16: Front Videojet 400 (Desktop Version)

    Product description Front (Desktop version) VideoJet 400 10 LEDs VIDEO light up green, when the corresponding input is active 11 LEDs INPUTS light up red with active alarm, light up green when ready 12 LEDs OUTPUTS light up green when the corresponding relay is switched...

  • Page 17: Rear Videojet 400 (Cabinet Version)

    Product description VideoJet 400 Rear (Cabinet version) 1 Video inputs VIDEO 1 to VIDEO 4 BNC connectors for connection of the video sources 2 DIP switch 75 OHM ON for termination of the corresponding video input if the video signal is not looped through 3 Audio input AUDIO IN 3.5 mm mono jack bush for connection of the audio source...

  • Page 18: Front Videojet 400 (Cabinet Version)

    Product description Front (Cabinet version) VideoJet 400 10 LEDs VIDEO light up green, when the corresponding input is active 11 LEDs INPUTS light up red with active alarm, light up green when ready 12 LEDs OUTPUTS light up green when the corresponding relay is switched...

  • Page 19: Chapter 4 Installation

    Installation Thanks to its compact design, the VideoJet 400 as desktop device requires a minimum of space. Attention! The server is designed for operation indoors. Choose a site for installation which ensures that the server is exposed to neither extreme temperatures nor extreme moisture or humidity. The ambient temperature must lie between +5 and +40 °C, the relative...

  • Page 20: Cabinet Installation

    Attention! During control cabinet installation, ensure adequate ventilation of VideoJet 400 : There must be a clearance to the left and right of the device of at least 5 cm and at least 10 cm to the rear. The ambient temperature must lie between +5 and +40 °C, the relative humidity must not exceed 80%.

  • Page 21: Connections

    Connections Cameras A maximum of four video sources can be connected to the VideoJet 400 . Suitable devices are all cameras and other video sources which generate a PAL or NTSC standard signal. The con- trol cabinet version of the...
  • Page 22 12 V. If a metallic isolation is not required, the operating voltage of the VideoJet 400 is alternatively available at the input marked +5V (up to max. 5 mA). If necessary, a floating NO contact or push-button can be con- nected to this input.
  • Page 23 Installation Control outputs VideoJet 400 has four relay outputs for switching external devices, e.g. lights or alarm sirens. These control outputs can be used interactively during an active connection with the VideoJet 400 . Furthermore with appropriate configuration, the control output can activate, for example, an alarm siren in response to an alarm signal.
  • Page 24 When installing and operating the device to be controlled, observe the corresponding documentation. It contains important safety notes and information on permissible applications. Note The transmission of transparent data is only possible when a video connection has been made. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 25: Switching On / Switching Off

    Attention! Use only the plug-in power supply unit supplied for operation of the VideoJet 400 . Take appropriate measures or install the appro- priate equipment to prevent surge voltages, interference voltage peaks or power failures in the mains supply from reaching the server.

  • Page 26: Commissioning With Terminal Program

    Information on the installation and use of HyperTerminal can be found in the documentation or in the online Help for Windows. First, disconnect the VideoJet 400 from the network. Connect the sub-D jack COM of the VideoJet 400 to a free serial port of the computer.
  • Page 27 Installation Command inputs After the connection has been made, the VideoJet 400 auto- matically transmits the Help page. If necessary, switch off the local echo so that input values are not repeated. Enter only one command at a time and do not terminate this input by pressing the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 28 Installation Assigning the In order for the VideoJet 400 to be operated in your network, it IP address has to be assigned a valid IP address for your network. The following address has been preset at the factory: 192.168.0.1 Start a terminal program, e.g. HyperTerminal.

  • Page 29: Chapter 5 Configuration With Web Browser

    Making the connection The integrated HTTP server offers you the possibility of configuring VideoJet 400 with a web browser via the network. This pos- sibility is far more convenient than the configuration via the terminal program and also offers you the presentation of video images. .

  • Page 30: Navigation

    Configuration with web browser Protected If the VideoJet 400 is protected against unauthorised use by a password, the according message will be displayed first with the VideoJet 400 request to enter the password. Enter your password in the text field to signal your access authori- sation.
  • Page 31 Unit identification, language selection, date and time Camera names, display stamping Video settings Audio settings Alarm configuration, video sensor Configuration and operation of relay outputs Not used Interface parameters, selection of controlled devices Network and multicast parameters, updates VideoJet 400...

  • Page 32: General Procedure For Configuration

    General procedure for configuration The configuration pages allow you to conveniently configure the VideoJet 400 . When you call up one of the configuration pages, you will see the current settings. You can change the settings by entering new values or by selecting a predefined value from a list box.

  • Page 33: Identification

    Enter designations here which allow a device to be easily and unambiguously identified. Unit ID: Each VideoJet 400 should have a clearly defined designation which you can enter here as an additional identification possibility. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 34 Configuration with web browser Password level: The access to a VideoJet 400 is generally protected with a password in order to prevent unauthorised use of the device. The transmitters operate with two authorisation levels, Service and User. In the authorisation level Service, you can change all the configu- ration settings after entering the corresponding password.
  • Page 35 Configuration with web browser Time: Enter the current time here or click the button Synchronize to synchronize the VideoJet 400 with the system time of your computer. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 36: Display Settings

    Enter a designations here which allows easy and unambiguous identification. Camera 1: Camera on input VIDEO 1. Camera 2: Camera on input VIDEO 2. Camera 3: Camera on input VIDEO 3. Camera 4: Camera on input VIDEO 4. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 37 Or select On alarm hold if the alarm source is to continue to be dis- played even after the end of the alarm status or until it is confirmed. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 38: Video Settings

    The unchanged rest of the image will be reproduced with the optimum sharpness. With high bandwidths in the local network (above 200 kbit/s), you can work with maximum picture quality without the refresh rate decreasing noticeably. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 39 If the ActiveX control is not installed on your computer, a corres- ponding message will be displayed when you switch to the live image page. The latest version of the ActiveX control is available from your VCS service centre. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 40 Enter your login name for den FTP server here. Password: Enter the password for the access to the FTP server here. Path on server: Enter the exact path here under which the images are to be stored on the FTP server. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 41: Audio Settings

    Audio coding Coding mode: You can select the coding mode for audio data. Mode G.711 sup- ports all systems. Select G.711 (3.5 kHz, 80 kbit/s) to select the corresponding coding mode or select Off to work without coding. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 42: Alarm Settings

    VideoJet 400 triggers the alarm. Motion alarm: VideoJet 400 has an integrated video sensor which is able to record changes in the video signal on the basis of image pro- cessing. These changes are mainly initiated by motion in the field of vision of the camera.
  • Page 43 Click with the left-hand mouse key in the cells you wish to activate. The activated cells are displayed in red. Click on the button Select All to monitor the whole video image, or click on the button Clear All to deactivate the selected cells and to start the selection again. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 44 Camera follows alarm input: When an alarm is triggered, the VideoJet 400 can switch over automatically to the input of the corresponding camera. Select On if the image of the corresponding camera is to be displayed in the event of an alarm, or Off if the current camera selection is to be retained.
  • Page 45 IP address defined above. Otherwise select Off. Send alarm e-mail: Select On to send an alarm e-mail in the event of an alarm. Alarm e-mail address: Enter the e-mail address for the alarm e-mails. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 46: Relays Settings

    Relay action Idle state: Select Open if the relay is to function as an NO contact or Closed if the relay is to function as an NC contact. Operating mode: Select an operating mode for the relay. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 47 None: No relay triggering by events Relay name: Assign a relay name to each relay output here. Relay Operation Trigger relay: Use the button Relay to switch the relay by hand (e.g. for test pur- poses or to actuate a door opener). VideoJet 400...

  • Page 48: Interface Settings

    If more than one device is connected, the IDs 1 to 4 are automati- cally used for identification. Note this in particular during configura- tion of the devices used (e.g. dome cameras). Interface settings Baud rate: Select the value for the data transmission rate in bits/s. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 49 Select the number of data bits per character. Stop bits: Select the number of stop bits per character. Parity check: Select the type of parity check. Interface mode: Select the required protocol for the serial port. Half-duplex mode: Select the corresponding setting. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 50: Service

    Attention! If you change the IP address and transmit the new configuration to VideoJet 400 , the device can then only be selected via the new address. Subnet mask: Enter the corresponding subnet mask here if the device is to com- municate via a subnet.
  • Page 51 VideoJet 400 supports multilink mode with a maximum of 5 simultaneously connected receivers, whereby an audio voice link is only possible to the first receiver (the first connection set up).
  • Page 52 For the multilink mode, the network does not have to be suitable for multicast operation, as the VideoJet 400 is also multi-unicast compatible. The duplication of the data in the device requires a high computing power and could under certain circumstances lead to a deterioration in the image quality.
  • Page 53 VideoJet 400 is displayed. Update Firmware update: VideoJet 400 is designed in such a way that its functions and parameters can be updated with firmware. In such cases, transmit the updated firmware package via the selected network to the device. On termination of the connection, the firmware will be automatically installed.
  • Page 54 Configuration download: You can store the configuration setting of the VideoJet 400 on a PC and upload stored configuration settings from a PC to the device. Click on the button Download. A dialog window is opened.

  • Page 55: Function Test

    Configuration with web browser Function test VideoJet 400 offers a large number of configuration and connection possibilities. For this reason, check the proper function of the device after installation and configuration. Only in this way can you be sure that the VideoJet 400 can function correctly in the event of an alarm.
  • Page 56 Configuration with web browser VideoJet 400...

  • Page 57: Chapter 6 Operation

    In order for the live video images to be decoded, the special ActiveX control required must be installed on the computer. The latest version of the ActiveX control is available from your VCS service centre. Notes on operation of the web browser can be found in the online help for your web browser.
  • Page 58 Operation Protected If the VideoJet 400 is protected against unauthorised use by a password, the according message will be displayed first with the VideoJet 400 request to enter the password. Enter your password in the text field to signal your authorisation.
  • Page 59 Depending on the configuration of the transmitter, the alarm infor- mation can be seen always, only in the event of an alarm or also after the end of an alarm. For more information, please contact your system or network administrator. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 60 Click on the button Multiplex to view the images of all the cameras in a quad split. The resolution of each image is 352 × 288 pixels. Click on the button Small picture to see a small image again. VideoJet 400...
  • Page 61 If the camera cannot be controlled, the window remains blank. When switching between the cameras, the window Controls with the control elements remains opened. For orientation, the ID of the currently selected camera is also displayed (in the example, in the bottom left-hand corner). VideoJet 400...
  • Page 62 Audio connection An audio voice link is only possible between one transmitter and one receiver. The VideoJet 400 supports multilink mode with a maximum of 5 simultaneously connected receivers, whereby an audio voice link is only possible to the first receiver (the first connec- tion set up).

  • Page 63: Hardware Connection Between Videojet Devices

    Activate the alarm input to set up a connection. Note The connection set-up using the alarm input is only possible if the option Connect on alarm is activated on the configuration page Alarm (see page 47). VideoJet 400...
  • Page 64 They serve primarily to decode the video, audio and control data received from a remote transmitter. During the operation of VideoJet 400 with PROVILite or PROVIDo , a wide range of operating and configuration possibili- ties are offered to you. For further details, refer to the documenta- tion of the software concerned.

  • Page 65: Chapter 7 Care And Service

    Care and Service Firmware upload via FTP VideoJet 400 is designed in such a way that its functions and parameters can be updated with firmware. In such cases, transmit the updated firmware package via the network to the device. On termination of the connection, the firmware will be auto- matically installed.

  • Page 66: Checking The Network

    This can have the following causes: VideoJet is not correctly connected to the network. In this case, check the connecting leads. VideoJet is not correctly integrated into the network. Check the IP address, the subnet mask and the gateway IP. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 67: Maintenance

    Pass on the VideoJet 400 only together with this operating manual. VideoJet 400 and plug-in power supply unit contain envi- ronmentally harmful substances which have to be disposed of in a special manner. Have defective devices or parts or parts which are no longer required disposed of by a special company or bring them to your local hazardous waste disposal point.
  • Page 68 Care and Service VideoJet 400...

  • Page 69: Chapter 8 Annex

    Faults – possible causes and remedy The following table is intended to help you in the event of faults to identify the cause of these faults and to remedy them. If you cannot remedy a fault, please contact the VCS Service centre (Support@vcs.com). Problem...
  • Page 70 VideoJet is not Voltage failure while the Replace the device and have it ready for operation update file is being pro- checked by VCS. after firmware upload. grammed. VideoJet 400...

  • Page 71: Leds

    Annex LEDs VideoJet 400 is equipped with several LEDs which indicate the operating status and can give indications of possible faults: VIDEO Lit green: The corresponding video input is selected (in multiplex mode, the LEDs change automatically in quick succession).

  • Page 72: Glossary

    Simultaneous data transmission in both direc- tions G.711, G.728 Standard audio coding algorithms defined by ITU-T H.224 Standardized protocol for data communication and remote control H.261 Standard motion video coding algorithm defined by ITU-T HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTML Hypertext Markup Language VideoJet 400...
  • Page 73 A proposal for IP address reuse, where the local translator IP address is mapped to a globally unique address. Parameter Values used for the configuration of the network system Picture A video picture that has been digitized at a given resolution VideoJet 400...
  • Page 74 Uniform Resource Locator Unshielded Twisted Pair V.24, RS-232 A list of definitions for the transmission between DTE and DCE See wide area network Wide area network A long distance link used to extend or connect remotely located local area networks VideoJet 400...

  • Page 75: Application Examples

    Annex Application examples Hardware Hub/switch Audio connection via LAN Data (1 receiver) VideoJet receiver Data VideoJet 400 Microphone Camera Monitor Hardware Hub/switch VideoJet Audio connection receiver via LAN (several Data receivers) Data Video VideoJet 400 Microphone Camera Monitor Hardware Hub/switch...
  • Page 76 Annex Hardware connection via Router e.g. ISDN ISDN/router Router Hub/switch Audio Hub/switch Data Data VideoJet VideoJet 400 Microphone receiver Monitor Camera Hardware connection via Router e.g. ISDN ISDN/router with Router web browser Hub/switch Hub/switch Data VideoJet 400 Microphone Camera Browser...

  • Page 77: Specifications

    9-pin sub-D Alarm inputs separable screw terminals 4 × control inputs, galvanically sepa- rated, 1 × master alarm Relay output 4 × relays, max. 40 V, 0.8 A LED displays 17 × LED (video, inputs, outputs, Ethernet, connection, power) VideoJet 400...
  • Page 78 EU regulations EMC: CE, EN 55103-1, 1996, EN 55103-2, 1996, UL, CSA Dimensions (W × H × D) 165 × 260 × 35 mm (desktop version) 19“ × 1 HU (cabinet version) Weight approx. 1,300 g (w/o power supply) VideoJet 400...

  • Page 79: Index

    Audio voice link 53 Authorisation 36 Browser window 60 Cabinet version 14 Calendar clock 36 Camera name 38 Camera selection 32 Cameras 23 CIF 41 Commissioning 13 Configuration pages 32 Configuration setting 56 Connection 60 Control outputs 25 VideoJet 400...
  • Page 80 EPROM 55 Examples 77 External sensor 46 External switching voltage 24 False alarms 45 Firmware update 55 Frame rate 40 Front 18 Front cabinet version 20 FTP server 42 Function test 57 G.711 43 Gateway 52 Group IP 53 VideoJet 400...
  • Page 81 H.323 15 Heat burden 21 Help page 34 Identification 9 IGMP 54 Image quality 54 Image refresh 40 Installation 11 Installation conditions 21 IP address 30 JPEG 41 Key switch 46 Language 36 Live video images 31 Loudspeaker 25 Low-Voltage Guideline 9 Mail server 53 Main functions 16 Maintenance 12...
  • Page 82 Multiplex mode 66 Multiplex view 32 Multiplexer 15 Network 23 Network connection 27 Operation 11 Overview of functions 14 Password 32 Power pack 27 Power supply 11 Power switch 27 Protocol 51 Push-button 24 QCIF 41 Quad split screen 32 VideoJet 400...
  • Page 83 Rear 17 Rear cabinet version 19 Receiver 14 Regulations 7 Relay outputs 25 Remote control 15 Repair 12 Sharpness 40 Signal generator 24 Site for installation 21 Specifications 79 Streaming mode 41 Subnet mask 52 Switch relay 49 Symbols 7 Terminal program 28 Test 57 Time 37...
  • Page 84 Index Version 55 Video output standard 41 Video reproduction 40 Video resolution 41 Video sensor 44 Video sources 23 Video transmission rate 41 VideoJet 400...
  • Page 85 VideoJet 400...
  • Page 86 VCS Video Communication Systems AG Forchheimer Straße 4 , 90425 Nürnberg Germany Phone: +49 911 93456 0 Fax: +49 911 93456 66 http://www.vcs.com ID-Nr.: 7097/1101/0/2...

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