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  • Page 1 VideoJet 10 Manual...
  • Page 2 Because of the further development of pro- ducts, 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

    Switching on/off ........23 Setup using a terminal program ......24 VideoJet 10...
  • Page 4 Index ..........67 VideoJet 10...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Preface

    Preface These Installation and Operating Instructions are intended for per- sons authorised to install and operate the VideoJet 10. Interna- tional, 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 10.
  • Page 6 The following typographic conventions are used in this manual: Configuration Window and menu names, parameters and buttons [Enter], [C] Key names [Ctrl] + [C] Two or more keys that are pressed simul- taneously. Command line input and output ping VideoJet 10...

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    Preface Intended use The Network Video Server VideoJet 10 serves to transmit video, audio and control signals via data networks (Ethernet LAN, Inter- net). It is designed for use in CCTV systems. The connection of an external alarm generator allows various functions to be triggered automatically.

  • Page 8: Videojet

    Preface VideoJet 10...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Safety Information

    – if the server has been exposed to rain or moisture, – if objects have penetrated inside the unit, – after long storage under improper conditions or – after heavy demands during transport. Have the system checked by VCS in such cases. VideoJet 10...

  • Page 10: Installation And Operation

    Repairs and maintenance Never open the housing of the VideoJet 10. The unit contains 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

    Product Description Supplied components Network Video Server VideoJet 10 incl. plug-in power pack RS232 Null modem cable Brief description “First Steps” German/English Software and handbook on CD-ROM System requirements Computer with Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and access to network and...

  • Page 12: Operational Requirements

    VideoJet 10 acting as receiver and video monitor Functional overview Network The VideoJet 10 is a network video server. Its primary function is to video server decode and encode video, audio and control data for transmission over an IP network. Via the CompactFlash interface the device can be integrated seamlessly into any wireless LAN using a corre- sponding card.
  • Page 13 CompactFlash-card or a MicroDrive. Snapshots Individual video frames (snapshots) can be called up in JPEG for- mat by the VideoJet 10, stored on the computer hard drive or can be displayed in a separate browser window. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 14 Product Description Summary The main functions of the VideoJet 10 can be summarized as follows: Video, audio and data transmission via IP data nets Multicast function for simultaneous transmission to a number of receivers Analog BNC composite video input (PAL/NTSC) (transmitter)

  • Page 15: Rear Panel Connectors

    9-pin sub-D socket (m) for control data transmissions (protocols RS232, RS422 and RS485) and for configuration using terminal software 6 LED POWER flashes yellow when ready Note You will find further informations on the LEDs on page 61. VideoJet 10...

  • Page 16: Front Panel

    12 LED O lights up green when the relay is switched 13 LED L lights up green when the device is connected to the network 14 LED T flashes yellow when data packages are transmitted VideoJet 10...

  • Page 17: Chapter 4 Installation

    Installation Due to its compact design and small footprint, the VideoJet 10 can be used as a desk top unit occupying minimum space. Warning! The unit is intended for internal use. Select a suitable location for installation where the equipment is not subjected to either extreme temperatures nor to extreme humidity.

  • Page 18: Connections

    Network The VideoJet 10 can be connected to a 10/100 Base-T network either directly or via a hub. For this purpose use standard UTP Cat 5 cable with RJ45 connectors.
  • Page 19 Installation The VideoJet 10 is provided with a relay output for switching exter- nal equipment, e.g. lamps or acoustic alarms. This switched output can be manually activated during an active connection with the VideoJet 10. In addition, when suitably configured the output can be activated as a response to an alarm signal, for example, to auto- matic acoustic alarms or to other devices.
  • Page 20 Pay particular attention to any associated documentation relating to the installation and operation of equipment being controlled. These documents contain important safety instructions and information regarding permitted applications. Note The transmission of transparent data is only possible when a video connection has been established. VideoJet 10...

  • Page 21: Switching On/Off

    Only connect the VideoJet 10 to the power source after all other connections have been established. The VideoJet 10 is not provided with a power switch. The unit is ready for operation as soon as the unit is connected to the power.

  • Page 22: Setup Using A Terminal Program

    Setup using a terminal program Data terminal A data terminal may be connected to the VideoJet 10 for setup and local control. The data terminal usually consists of a computer with suitable terminal software. A standard serial null-modem cable is required for the connection.
  • Page 23 [ENTER] key to transmit the value to the VideoJet 10. IP address To operate the VideoJet 10 on a network, an IP Address valid for the network must be provided. The following address has been preset at the factory: Transmitter: 192.168.0.1...
  • Page 24 Installation Additional Using the terminal program, additional basic parameters can be parameters checked and modified where necessary. The onscreen commands displayed in the various submenus are used for this purpose. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 25 RxD (receive data) TxD- (transmit data minus) TxD (transmit data) DTR (data terminal ready) GND (ground) GND (ground) DSR (data set ready) TxD+ (transmit data plus) RTS (ready to send) RxD- (receive data minus) CTS (clear to send) VideoJet 10...
  • Page 26 Installation VideoJet 10...

  • Page 27: Chapter 5 Configuration With Web Browser

    In order to decode live video images, the required special ActiveX control must be installed on the computer. The latest version of the ActiveX control can be obtained from VCS customer service or from the Internet via the download site under www.vcs.com.
  • Page 28 Configuration with web browser Establishing To use the VideoJet 10 on a network, it must be provided with an IP the connection address. The following address has been preset at the factory: Transmitter: 192.168.0.1 Receiver: 0192.168.0.2 " Start up the web browser.

  • Page 29: Configuring The Device

    Configuring the device You can configurate all parameters and check the current settings of the VideoJet 10. All settings are retained in VideoJet 10 memory, so that they remain stored even with power interruptions. Configuration On the Live page, click on the top of the window on the link start-up Settings.
  • Page 30 Enter here a name for the unit. This name will be displayed in the video image, depending on the configuration. Unit ID: Each VideoJet 10 should be assigned a unique identifier which can be additionally used to identify the unit. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 31 This is automatically appended. Unit time: Enter here the current time or click on the button Synchr. PC, in order to transfer the system time of the computer to the unit. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 32 352 × 288 high resolution (2CIF) for connections with high bandwidth, resolution 704 × 288 small resolution (QCIF) for connections with low bandwidth, resolution 174 × 144 for ADSL connections ISDN (2B) for ISDN connections over two B channels VideoJet 10...
  • Page 33 ISDN connections over one B channel for GSM modem connections Alarm sources The possible alarm activators of the VideoJet 10 (alarm input and video signal monitoring) can be configured. Alarm input: Select here the option On in order to activate the alarming by means of an external alarm sensor.
  • Page 34 IP address in the event of an alarm. Number of video receiver address: The VideoJet 10 can store up to 10 different alarm IP addresses. In case of an alarm event the connection will be established to the first address. Up to ten seperate addresses can be added should the first address not accept the call.
  • Page 35 If, for example, a lamp is switched on by an alarm and is to remain on when the alarm has ended, select Bistable. If an acoustic signal activated by an alarm is to remain on for a period of, for example, 10 sec, select Monostable 10s. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 36 Select one of the controllable devices from the list. If the port is required to transmit data transparently, select the entry Transpa- rent. Note After selection of a device, the remaining parameters in the window are automatically set and should not be altered. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 37 Interface mode: Select the desired protocol for the serial port. Half-duplex mode: Select here to suit the individual application. Interface COM 2 The parameters for the serial interface port COM2: RS232 can be configured to suit individual requirements. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 38 Enter here the required IP address for the VideoJet 10. The IP address must be valid for the network. Warning! If the IP address is altered and the new configuration is transferred to the VideoJet 10, then the unit can only be accessed via the new address. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 39 Keep a record of these numbers in case technical assistance is required. Hardwareversion: The hardware version number of the VideoJet 10 is shown. Softwareversion: The software version number of the VideoJet 10 is shown.
  • Page 40 Note that with Internet/Intranet access, the connection must be maintained in order to continually display the image. The image files are not stored in the VideoJet 10. If it is required to recall the original image, simply delete the entries in the fields Startpage background URL and Startpage logo URL.
  • Page 41 Save alarm logfile to hard disk: Select this option to store alarm data in a text file on the local com- puter. These text files can be viewed in the usual Office programs (for example, MS Word or MS Excel), and printed out. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 42 Enter here the path to the storage location for the individual images and MPEG recordings which can be stored from the Live page. " If necessary, click on the button Search in order to find a suitable folder. VideoJet 10...
  • Page 43 Configuration with web browser Software update Software upload: The VideoJet 10 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.
  • Page 44 If the message Configuration upload failed is displayed the file was not correctly uploaded (e.g. because it didn’t derive from the same type of device). Repeat the upload pro- cedure, possibly with a different file. VideoJet 10...

  • Page 45: Function Test

    The VideoJet 10 provides a multiplicity of configuration possibilities. Check, therefore, for correct operation of the unit after installation and configuration. Only in this way is it possible to ensure that the VideoJet 10 will operate correctly in an alarm situation. Check under the following headings:...
  • Page 46 Configuration with web browser VideoJet 10...

  • Page 47: Chapter 6 Operation

    Operation Operation with MS Internet Explorer The reception of live video images sent from the VideoJet 10 is pos- sible on a computer with installed Microsoft Internet Explorer (Ver- sion 5 or higher). Note In order to decode live video images, the required special ActiveX control must be installed on the computer.
  • Page 48 Operation Establishing To use the VideoJet 10 on a network, it must be provided with an IP the connection address. The following address is factory installed: Transmitter: 192.168.0.1 Receiver: 192.168.0.2 " Start up the web browser. " For the URL, enter the IP address of the VideoJet 10.
  • Page 49 Operation The VideoJet 10 provides either a live image (MPEG format) or sin- gle video frames in JPEG format. " Click on the navigation bar at the top of the screen on the link MPEG-4 in order to display or decode the video sequences in the corresponding image format.
  • Page 50 Operation If a controlled unit is connected to the VideoJet 10 and configured, the active elements for the control of the peripheral unit (e.g. a dome camera) will be displayed alongside the video image. VideoJet 10...

  • Page 51: Storing Snapshots

    " In the field for the Internet address (URL), enter the IP address of the VideoJet 10, followed by the command /snap.jpg (for example: http://192.168.0.12/snap.jpg). " Press the return key on the computer. A single frame image will be displayed in a new window.

  • Page 52: Storing Video Sequences

    Use the VCS MPEG Player to display the recorded video sequences. You find the latest version of the MPEG Player on the supplied software CD, it is also available from your VCS service centre or from the Internet via the download site under www.vcs.com.

  • Page 53: Hardware Connections Between Videojet Units

    Hardware connections between VideoJet Units A VideoJet 10 with connected camera as a transmitter and a Video- Jet 10 with connected monitor as a receiver can be linked simply together over an Ethernet network. It is thus possible to link large distances with little installation or cabling effort.

  • Page 54: Operation With Software-Decoder

    It runs under the Windows operating system. It primarily provides decoding of video, audio and control data received from a remote transmitter. During operation of a VideoJet 10 with VIDOS, a multiplicity of oper- ating and configuration options are offered. For details, see the documentation provided with the software.

  • Page 55: Chapter 7 Maintenance And Upgrades

    The network connection to the unit is not OK. In this case, check out the cable connections. The unit is not correctly integrated into the network. Check the IP address, subnet mask and, if necessary, the gateway IP. VideoJet 10...

  • Page 56: Repair

    Maintenance and Upgrades Repair Warning! Never open the housing of the VideoJet 10. The unit has no user serviceable parts, which can be repaired or exchanged. Ensure that only qualified, specialist personnel (electrical techni- cians) are permitted to carry out maintenance or repair work or con- tact the VCS Service centre.

  • Page 57: Chapter 8 Appendix

    Faults – possible causes and remedy If a fault can not be cleared, please contact the Customer Service from VCS (Support@vcs.com). The version numbers of the internal processors can be shown on a special page. Note this information before contacting the Customer Service.
  • Page 58 The unit is not ready Voltage failure while the Replace the device and have it for operation after firm- update file is being pro- checked by VCS. ware upload. grammed. VideoJet 10...

  • Page 59: Leds

    Appendix LEDs The VideoJet 10 video server is equipped with several LEDs which indicate the operating status and can give indications of possible faults: Power Not lit: Device is switched off. Flashing green: Device is switched on. Lit red (temporary): Device is starting.

  • Page 60: Glossary

    Hypertext Markup Language Multiplexer to connect a number of Ethernet units to a 10 BASE-T segment ICMP Internet Control Message Protocol Identification: machine readable number or name IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IGMP Internet Group Management Protocol VideoJet 10...
  • Page 61 It is usually expressed in dot- ted-decimal notation, e.g. 255.255.255.192 Network address 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 VideoJet 10...
  • Page 62 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 10...

  • Page 63: Specifications

    1 × RS232, 9-pin sub-D Alarm input separable clamp 1 × control input, max. 24 V Relay output separable clamp, 1 × relay, 30 V , 1 A LED displays 5 × LED (input, output, connection, alarm, data transfer, power) VideoJet 10...
  • Page 64 IEC 60950, UL 1950, J60950, AS/NZS 3260, EN 55103-1, EN 55103-2, EN 55130, EN 55024, EN 61000-2, EN 61000-3 Dimensions (w × h × d) 143 × 33 × 135 mm Weight approx. 400 g (without power supply) VideoJet 10...

  • Page 65: Index

    Audio source 21 Browser window 50 Cabinet installation 19 Calendar 33 Camera name 34 Closing contact 20 Connection 50 Control 38 Conventions 7 Data interface 21 Data terminal 24 Date format 33 Display recorded video sequences 54 Dome camera 21 VideoJet 10...
  • Page 66 Gateway 41 Identification 9 image resolution 53 Installation 12 Installation requirements 19 IP address 25 Live video images 29 Location for installation 19 Loudspeaker 21 Low-Voltage Guideline 9 Main functions 16 Maintenance 12 MPEG Playe 54 Multicast Function 15 VideoJet 10...
  • Page 67 Protocol 39 Rear panel 17 Receiver 14 Regulations 7 Relay output 21 Relay switch 38 Remote control 15 Repair 12 Requirements 13 Signal source 20 snap.jpg 53 Specifications 65 Subnet mask 41 Symbols 7 Synchronous 33 Test 47 VideoJet 10...
  • Page 68 Index Time of day 33 Transmission parameter 24 Transmission rate 39 Typographic conventions 8 Upload file 45 URL 30 Version 41 VideoJet 10...
  • Page 69 VideoJet 10...
  • Page 70 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.: 2915/0203/0/1...

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