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- Page 1 Videomesh 2200 Series User’s manual Firmware Version 1.4 Videomesh 2200 Series Copyright © 2005 Fluidmesh Networks, Inc.
- Page 2 NOTICE TO USERS Copyright © Fluidmesh Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. This manual or the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval from Fluidmesh Networks, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLES OF CONTENTS Manual Overview Precautions Getting Started Introduction Mesh Networking Basics Addressing in a Videomesh Network Software and Hardware Prerequisites Hardware Set-up and Configuration Proper Installation Procedures Powering the Wireless Router Connecting and Configuring IP cameras Installing a Video-server in the Videomesh enclosure Configuring a Video-server Factory Default Hardware Reset Graphical User Interface and Configuration... -
Page 4: Manual Overview
In case of abnormal operations If the unit emits smokes or unusual smell If water or other foreign object enter the enclosure If your drop the unit or damage the enclosure Disconnect the unit and contact your authorized Fluidmesh Networks dealer. -
Page 5: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED This section will introduce you mesh networking architecture and the basic operations using a Videomesh unit. Mesh Networking Basics Using Videomesh technology for your video-surveillance system allows you to take advantage of the powerful wireless mesh networking architecture. In a wireless mesh network, every Videomesh unit is connected to multiple other units at the same time and it is able to transmit data packets using the... -
Page 6: Addressing In A Videomesh
Addressing in a Videomesh Wireless Network Every Videomesh unit comes with a factory-set unique IP address for the wireless interfaces in the flowing format: 5.a.b.c The value of a, b and c are unique for every Videomesh Router manufactured and they form the Videomesh primary serial number. This wireless IP cannot be changed by the user and it is independent from the mode of operation: it does not change if the unit is in camera/relay or gateway mode. - Page 7 In order to work properly with a Videomesh unit in camera/relay mode, every IP camera or video-server needs to be properly configured according to the following scheme. Any camera or video server attached to the first Ethernet interface must be configured with the following LAN settings: IP Address: 1.a.b.c...
- Page 8 − Hardware requirements in terms of CPU, RAM, hard drive allowing proper operations of Windows XP and Microsoft Internet Explorer...
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Page 9: Proper Installation Procedures
Other types of mounting kits, such as pole-mounting kits, can be bought separately from Fluidmesh Networks’ dealers. Make sure to buy the proper mounting kit to safely install every Videomesh unit. -
Page 10: Connecting And Configuring Ip Cameras
to power other equipment such as a video server, make sure to understand the technical details and to be qualified to perform the work. The Videomesh has a power consumption up to 10W. Any electrical equipment that you attach to the internal transformer needs to draw less than 25W (aggregate in case you install more than one piece of equipment). -
Page 11: Installing A Video-Server In The Videomesh Enclosure
One or more video-server can be directly installed in the Videomesh enclosure. In order to install a video server in the enclosure you need to buy a Fluidmesh Video-Server Kit from your Fluidmesh Networks dealer. The kit contains a movable plate that can be installed in the enclosure. -
Page 12: Factory Default Hardware Reset
Connecting the Antennas The Videomesh 2200 Series has two N-Female Bulkhead connectors for antennas. Looking at the Videomesh 2200 from the front, the right-hand connector is for the 5 GHz antenna and the left-hand connector is for the 2.4 GHz antenna. - Page 13 Your Fluidmesh Networks’ dealer can provide you appropriate lighting protectors, pre-assembled low-loss coaxial cables and high-gain antennas.
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Page 14: Logging Into The Web-Based Interface
Web-based Interface and Configuration The Videomesh can be configured using a web-based graphical user interface (GUI). Initially every Videomesh is configured in camera/relay mode and it can be configured attaching a computer to the Videomesh using an Ethernet crossover cable. Logging into the web-based interface Attach an Ethernet crossover cable with RJ45 connectors between a computer and the Videomesh that you want to configure using the first Ethernet port of the... - Page 15 You must accept the term of the license agreement in order to activate the device. If you do not wish to accept the term of the license agreement, please turn off the unit and return it to your Fluidmesh dealer. Picking the wrong country/regulatory domain setting might make the Videomesh...
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Page 16: General Settings: Mode And Lan
Navigating the web-based interface The menu on the right allows you to navigate through the settings of the Videomesh. The first setting you should change is the country where you want to operate the Videomesh. Different countries have different telecommunications regulations and the country setting allows you to operate the Videomesh complying with different national regulations. -
Page 17: Wireless Settings
No other option is given in terms of LAN settings if the router is in camera mode. The settings of the two Ethernet interfaces are pre-determined and cannot be changed by the user. If you select gateway mode you will also need to input the LAN settings of the wired network where you want to attach the router. -
Page 18: Router Statistics
The last setting you can change regards the frequency band used by the two radios. Every Videomesh 2200 Series is equipped with two radios, one operating in the 2.4 GHz range and one operating in the 5 GHz range. Every radio operates using a 20 MHz band. -
Page 19: Routing Table
Uptime. Time counter from last reboot. MAC Address. The MAC address of the first Ethernet Interface. It might be needed to properly configure the LAN attached to the gateway. Valid Routes. The number of possible paths to reach the wired LAN through a gateway. -
Page 20: Upgrading Videomesh Firmware
Using this page you can upgrade the Videomesh Firmware to the most current version available. Download on you PC the firmware upgrade file from the Fluidmesh Networks website. Select the file on your hard disk and upload it on the Videomesh unit. -
Page 21: Advanced Settings
DO NOT RESTART OR POWER DOWN THE UNIT WHILE UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE. RESTARTING OR POWERING DOWN THE UNIT BEFORE THE UPGRADE IS COMPLETED MIGHT DAMAGE THE VIDEOMESH UNIT. When the upgrade is completed, check the upgrade webpage in order to make sure that the new firmware version is displayed on the page. - Page 22 Advanced routes settings Advanced routes settings allow to create static path overwriting the selection of the automatic routing protocol. Moreover, manual routes settings must be used in combination with changed to the advanced interface settings. For example, in case an entire wired subnet is connected to a Videomesh unit in camera mode, the gateway unit must be informed of the location of the subnet creating a static route to the specific Videomesh unit in camera mode.
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Page 23: Wired Lan Configuration
WIRED LAN CONFIGURATION A Videomesh network is completely compatible with any TCP/IP wired network. However, the wired LAN connected to the Videomesh gateways need to be properly configured in order use the Videomesh Routers. In order to address the Videomesh Routers and the cameras attached to them, you need to configure the LAN in such a way that every packet for the following classes of addresses is routed to one of the available Videomesh Gateways. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The troubleshooting section will allow you to solve the most common problem encountered configuring and installing a Videomesh. I am unable to get the login screen If you are unable to get the login form once you have attached a computer to a Videomesh you should check the following. -
Page 25: I Am Unable To Login Into The Web-Based Interface
4. Set the IP address to 1.0.0.2, Netmaks to 255.0.0.0 and Default Gateway to 1.0.0.1. 5. Click OK, then OK again. Have you disables the “Access the Internet using a proxy server” function? To disable the Access the Internet using a proxy server function, go to Control Panel >... -
Page 26: I Am Unable To Get Any Video From The Cameras
instruction in the “Reset Factory Default Settings” Section in the “Hardware Set- up” Chapter of this manual. I am unable to get any video from all the cameras Is the Ethernet cable used to connect the cameras or the video server to the Videomesh a crossover cable? A standard Ethernet cable does not work to connect an IP camera or a video server to a Videomesh. - Page 27 APPENDIX A Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been assembled with components that comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
- Page 28 Canadian regulations. EC Declaration of Conformity Fluidmesh Networks, Inc declares under its sole responsibility that the Videomesh 2200 Series with the following Directives: 73/23/EEC The Low Voltage Directive...
- Page 29 Belgique Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, à l'extérieur d'un bâtiment, au-dessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l'IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à l'extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de l'IBPT est requise.
- Page 30 APPENDIX B Contact Information Fluidmesh Networks, Inc. 165 Tremont Street - Suite 1502 Boston, MA 02111 U.S.A. Tel. +1(617) 460-6015 Fax. +1(617)338-4407 E-mail support@fluidmesh.com...