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EN | 3 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Contents Chapter 1 Preface Conventions ......... 5 Intended use.
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EN | 4 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Hardware connections between video servers....84 Establishing the connection ......84 Closing the connection .
EN | 5 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Preface This user guide is intended for persons responsible for the installation and operation of the VIP X. International, national and any regional regulations regarding electronics must be followed at all times. Relevant knowledge of network technology is required.
85521 Ottobrunn Germany www.bosch-sicherheitssysteme.de EU Directives The VIP X1 and VIP X 2 network video servers comply with the requirements of EU Directives 89/336 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 73/23, amended by 93/68 (Low Voltage Directive). Rating plate For exact identification, the model name and serial number are inscribed on the rating plate on the bottom of the housing.
– if foreign matter has infiltrated the unit, – after long storage under adverse conditions or – after exposure to extraordinary transport stress. In such cases, have the unit checked by Bosch Security Systems. Bosch Security Systems | 2005-05 | V1.0 Safety information...
EN | 8 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Installation and operation The relevant electrical regulations and guidelines must be complied with at all times during installation. Relevant knowledge of network technology is required to install the unit.
Note Check that the delivery is complete and in perfect condition. Arrange for the unit to be checked by Bosch Security Systems if you find any damage. System requirements for setup Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system, access to network and Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or later)
EN | 10 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Configuration requirements Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system, network access and Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser (version 6.0 or later) Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system, network access and...
Overview of functions Network video server The VIP X is an ultra-compact network video server for one (VIP X1) or two (VIP X2) connected video sources. Its primary function is to encode video and control data for transmission over an IP network. With its encoding in MPEG-4...
EN | 12 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Multicast In suitably configured networks, the multicast function enables simultaneous, real time transmission to multiple receivers. The prerequisite for this is that the UDP and IGMP V2 protocols are implemented on the network.
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Multicast function for simultaneous picture transmission to multiple receivers One analog BNC video input FBAS (PAL/NTSC) on the VIP X1 Two analog BNC video inputs FBAS (PAL/NTSC) on the VIP X2 Video encoding using international MPEG-4 standard...
EN | 14 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Front panel connections VIP X1 1 Video input Video In BNC jack for connection of video source VIP X2 2 Video input Video In 1 BNC jack for connection of video source...
EN | 15 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Rear panel connections 4 USB interface for future expansion of functions 5 Factory-reset button to restore default settings 6 Terminal block for alarm inputs, relay output, serial interface and power supply...
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EN | 16 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Product description Bosch Security Systems | 2005-05 | V1.0...
Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Connections Cameras Depending on the device used, you can connect one (VIP X1) or two video sources (VIP X2). Any cameras or other video sources that produce a standard PAL or NTSC signal are suitable.
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EN | 19 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide configuration, an alarm sensor can, for example, trigger an automatic connection between the VIP X and a remote location. A voltage free make contact or switch can be used as an actuator.
EN | 20 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Turning on/off Mains connection The VIP X includes a mains power supply with four primary adapters and terminal block. The VIP X does not have a power switch. The unit is ready for operation as soon as it is connected to the voltage feed.
EN | 21 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Setup using a terminal program Data terminal You can connect a data terminal to the VIP X for setup and local control. The data terminal consists of a computer with terminal software. You can use the supplied configuration cable to make the connection (for pin assignment of the orange terminal block, see page 94).
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EN | 22 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Command entry After the connection has been established, you must log on to VIP X. You can then access the main menu. You can call up additional submenus and functions using the on-screen commands.
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EN | 23 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide – Enter the desired IP address and press Enter. The new IP address will be shown. – Use the commands displayed for any additional settings required. Note The new IP address and a new subnet mask or gateway address will only be valid after restarting.
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EN | 24 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Installation Bosch Security Systems | 2005-05 | V1.0...
EN | 25 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Configuration using a Web Browser Connecting The integrated HTTP server allows the unit to be configured over the network with a Web browser. This option is significantly more comprehensive and convenient than configuration using a terminal program and also offers you the option of displaying live video images.
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LIVEPAGE with the video image will appear. Note Depending on whether you are using a VIP X1 or a VIP X2, the screen display may differ slightly from that shown above. If the connection is not established, the maximum number of possible connections may already have been reached.
EN | 27 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Password protection in VIP X If the VIP X is password-protected against unauthorized access, a corresponding message and a prompt to enter the password will appear when you attempt to access protected areas.
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47) and the unit overview (see Unit overview, page 29) is opened. Note Depending on whether you are using a VIP X1 or a VIP X2, the screen display may differ slightly from that shown above. Configuration using a Web Browser...
EN | 29 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Unit overview The unit overview gives you a graphical overview of the individual areas of the configuration. The individual configuration parameters are grouped and displayed in separate windows. You can access the individual areas directly.
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EN | 30 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Encoder settings For encoding the video signal, you can select two profiles for each encoder (video input) and change the presets for the profiles. Selecting a profile You can adapt the MPEG-4 data transmission to the operating environment (for example network structure, bandwidth, data structures).
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EN | 31 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Profile 4: DSL For DSL connections at 500 kBit/s, resolution 352 x 288/240 pixels Profile 5: ISDN (2B) For ISDN connections via two B channels, resolution 352 x 288/240 pixels...
EN | 32 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Changing profiles You can change individual parameter values within a profile and the name. You can switch between profiles by clicking the associated tabs. Warning! The profiles are rather complex. They include a number of parameters that interact with one another.
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EN | 33 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide For complex images or frequent changes of image content due to frequent movements, this limit can temporarily be exceeded as far as the value you enter in the Max. data rate field.
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EN | 34 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Video resolution: Here, you can select the desired resolution for the MPEG-4 video image. The following resolutions are available: QCIF 176 × 144/120 pixels 352 × 288/240 pixels 1/2 D1 352 ×...
EN | 35 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide System settings Various basic data for the VIP X can be set or selected here. Unit identification Unit name: The unit can be assigned a name to assist in identifying it. The name simplifies the management of multiple devices in more extensive systems, for example using the VIDOS software.
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EN | 36 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Note Proper password protection is only guaranteed if all higher authorization levels are also protected with a password. For example, if a live password is assigned, a service and a user password should also be set. When assigning passwords, you should always start from the highest authorization level.
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EN | 37 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Language Website language: Select the language for the user interface here. Date and Time Date format: Choose the desired date format here (Europe: DD.MM.YYYY; USA: MM.DD.YYYY; Japan: YYYY/MM/DD). Unit date and time: If there are a number of devices operating in your system or network, it is important to synchronize their internal clocks.
EN | 38 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Version information The hardware and firmware version numbers are for information only and cannot be altered. Keep a record of these numbers in case technical assistance is required. Hardware version: The hardware version number of the VIP X is displayed.
EN | 39 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Alarm settings Here, you can make the settings for the alarm sources and alarm connections. Alarm sources You can configure the possible alarm triggers for the VIP X (for example the alarm inputs).
EN | 40 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Alarm connections You can select the response of the VIP X in case of an alarm. In case of an alarm, the VIP X can automatically establish a connection to a predefined IP address.
EN | 41 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Note For automatic connections, always Stream 2 is transmitted. Take this into account when assigning the profile (see page 31). Network settings Here, you can specify network addresses and configure multiple connections.
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EN | 42 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Gateway address: If you want the unit to establish a connection to a remote location in a different subnet, enter the IP address of the gateway here. Otherwise, this field can remain empty (0.0.0.0).
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EN | 43 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Multicasting In addition to a 1:1 connection between an encoder and a single receiver (unicast), the VIP X can enable multiple receivers to receive the video signal from an encoder simultaneously. This is either done by duplicating the data...
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EN | 44 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Multicast address video 1 / Multicast address video 2: Enter a valid multicast address for each stream from the relevant encoder (video input) to be operated in multicast mode (duplication of the data streams in the network).
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EN | 45 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide COM1 settings You can configure the parameters of the RS232/485 serial interface to meet your requirements. Note If the VIP X is working in multicast mode (see page 43), the first remote location to establish a video connection to the unit is also assigned the transparent data connection.
EN | 46 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Stop bits: Select the number of stop bits per character. Parity check: Select the type of parity check. Interface mode: Select the desired protocol for the serial interface. Half-duplex mode: Choose the setting appropriate for your application.
– Click one of the links in the sub-menu. The corresponding page will be opened. Note Depending on whether you are using a VIP X1 or a VIP X2, the screen display may differ slightly from that shown above. Bosch Security Systems | 2005-05 | V1.0...
EN | 48 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Making changes Each configuration page shows the current settings. The settings can be changed by entering new values or by selecting a predefined value in a list field. – Click Set after each change to save it.
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EN | 49 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Password A VIP X is generally protected by a password to prevent unauthorized access to the unit. You can use various authorization levels (User name:) to limit access. Note Proper password protection is only guaranteed if all higher authorization levels are also protected with a password.
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EN | 50 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Confirm password: Re-enter the new password to rule out typing mistakes. Note The new password is then saved by clicking the Set button. You should therefore click the Set button immediately after entering and confirming the password, even if you also want to assign a password to another user name.
EN | 51 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Time server The VIP X can receive the time signal from a time server using the time server protocol (RFC 868) and then use it to set the internal clock. The device calls up the time signal automatically every ten minutes.
EN | 52 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Display stamping Various overlays or "stamps" in the video image provide important supplementary information. These overlays can be enabled individually and arranged on the image in a clear manner.
EN | 53 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Displayed alarm message: Enter the message to be displayed for an alarm. It can contain up to 31 characters. Video watermarking: Choose On if the video images transmitted are to be "watermarked". After activation, all images will be marked with a small green rectangle.
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EN | 54 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Brightness (0...255): You can use this function to tailor the brightness of the video image to your working environment. MPEG-4 encoder For encoding the video signal, you can select two profiles for each encoder (video input) and change the presets for the profiles.
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EN | 55 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Profile 4: DSL For DSL connections at 500 kBit/s, resolution 352 x 288/240 pixels Profile 5: ISDN (2B) For ISDN connections via two B channels, resolution 352 x 288/240 pixels...
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EN | 56 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Changing profiles You can change individual parameter values within a profile and the name. You can switch between profiles by clicking the associated tabs. Warning! The profiles are rather complex. They include a number of parameters that interact with one another.
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EN | 57 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide For complex images or frequent changes of image content due to frequent movements, this limit can temporarily be exceeded as far as the value you enter in the Max. data rate field.
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EN | 58 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Video resolution: Here, you can select the desired resolution for the MPEG-4 video image. The following resolutions are available: QCIF 176 × 144/120 pixels 352 × 288/240 pixels 1/2 D1 352 ×...
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EN | 59 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Video input You can activate the 75 Ohm terminating resistor for each video input on the VIP X. To transmit the video signal, the terminating resistor must be deactivated.
EN | 60 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Alarm sources You can configure the possible alarm triggers for the VIP X (for example the alarm inputs). Alarm input 1 … Alarm input 4: Select the option On in order to activate the alarm via the corresponding external alarm sensor.
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EN | 61 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Alarm connections You can select the response of the VIP X in case of an alarm. In case of an alarm, the VIP X can automatically establish a connection to a predefined IP address (compatible MPEG-4 compatible hardware receiver or computer with reception software).
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EN | 62 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Note For automatic connections, always Stream 2 is transmitted. Take this into account when assigning the profile (see page 55). Relay You can configure the switching behavior of the relay output. Open switch relay (normally closed contact) or a closed switch relay (normally open contact) can be specified.
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EN | 63 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Relay follows: For each number, enter the corresponding IP address for the desired remote location. No relay triggering by events Connection Triggering if any connection is established Video loss alarm...
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EN | 64 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 COM1 You can configure the parameters of the RS232/485 serial interface to meet your requirements. Note If the VIP X is working in multicast mode (see page 43), the first remote location to establish a video connection to the unit is also assigned the transparent data connection.
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EN | 65 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Parity check: Select the type of parity check. Interface mode: Select the desired protocol for the serial interface. Half-duplex mode: Choose the setting appropriate for your application. Bosch Security Systems | 2005-05 | V1.0...
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EN | 66 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Network The settings on this page are used to integrate the unit into an existing network. Warning! Changes to the IP address, subnet mask or gateway address are transferred to the unit by clicking Set. However, they only take effect after the unit is restarted.
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EN | 67 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Warning! Multicast operation is only possible with the UDP protocol. The TCP protocol does not support multicast connections. Note The MTU value in UDP mode is 1514 bytes. Ethernet link type: If the VIP X is connected to the network via a switch, both devices must have the same preset network connection type.
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EN | 68 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Multicasting In addition to a 1:1 connection between an encoder and a single receiver (unicast), the VIP X can enable multiple receivers to receive the video signal from an encoder simultaneously. This is either done by duplicating the data...
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EN | 69 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Multicast address video 1 / Multicast address video 2: Enter a valid multicast address for each stream from the relevant encoder (video input) to be operated in multicast mode (duplication of the data streams in the network).
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EN | 70 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Version information The hardware and firmware version numbers are for information only and cannot be altered. Keep a record of these numbers in case technical assistance is required. Hardware version: The hardware version number of the VIP X is displayed.
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EN | 71 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Livepage configuration In this window, you can adapt the appearance of the LIVEPAGE to meet your requirements. Options are provided here to display various information and operating elements in addition to the video image.
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EN | 72 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Device logo URL: Enter the path for a suitable image for the upper part of the window (banner) here. The image can be stored on a local computer, a local network or at an Internet address.
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EN | 73 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide File for system log: Enter the path for saving the system log here. – If necessary, click Search to find a suitable folder. Path for JPEG and MPEG files: Enter the path for the storage location of individual images and video sequences that you can save from the LIVEPAGE.
EN | 74 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Firmware and configuration upload Firmware update: The VIP X is designed in such a way that its functions and parameters can be updated with firmware. To accomplish this, the current firmware package is transferred to the unit via the selected network.
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EN | 75 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide – In the address bar of your browser, after the unit IP address enter /main.htm ein (for example 192.168.0.80/main.htm). – Repeat the upload. Configuration download: You can save configuration data for the VIP X to a computer and load saved configuration data from a computer to the unit.
EN | 76 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Function test The VIP X offers a variety of configuration options. Therefore you should check that it works properly after installation and configuration. This is the only way to ensure that the VIP X will function as intended in the event of an alarm.
EN | 77 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Operation Operation with Microsoft Internet Explorer A computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or later) can be used to receive live images from the VIP X, control cameras or other peripherals and replay sequences stored on the local hard drive.
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LIVEPAGE with the video image will appear. Note Depending on whether you are using a VIP X1 or a VIP X2, the screen display may differ slightly from that shown above. Operation Bosch Security Systems | 2005-05 | V1.0...
EN | 79 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide The LIVEPAGE After the connection is established, the LIVEPAGE is initially displayed. It shows the live video image on the right of the browser window. Depending on the configuration, various text overlays may be visible on the live video image (see Display stamping, page 52).
EN | 80 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Camera control Control options for peripheral devices (such as a pan and tilt head or a dome camera) depend on the type of device installed and the configuration of the VIP X.
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EN | 81 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide System log / Event log The System log field contains information about the operating status of the VIP X and the connection. These messages can be saved automatically in a file (see page 72).
EN | 82 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Saving snapshots Individual images from the video sequence that is currently being shown on the LIVEPAGE can be saved in JPEG format on the computer's hard drive. Note On the VIP X2 the Dual Video view shows the symbol for saving single images twice, once for the left-hand camera image and once for the right- hand image.
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(see pages 34 and 56). Installing MPEG viewer You can play back saved video sequences using the MPEG viewer from Bosch Security Systems, which can be found on the software CD supplied (see Components supplied, page 9). Note A corresponding MPEG ActiveX must be installed on the computer in order to play back saved video sequences using the MPEG viewer.
EN | 84 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Hardware connections between video servers A VIP X with a camera connected to it can be used as a transmitter and a compatible MPEG-4 hardware decoder (such as the VIP XD) with a connected monitor as a receiver using an Ethernet network connection.
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EN | 85 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Connect on alarm With the appropriate configuration, a connection between a transmitter and a receiver is established automatically when an alarm is triggered (see page 61). After a short time, the live video image from the transmitter will be shown on the connected monitor.
EN | 86 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Closing the connection The connection may be closed using a terminal program or Web browser. Closing the connection with a terminal program – Start the terminal program (see page 21); enter the command 4 in the main menu to switch to the Rcp+ menu.
EN | 87 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Operation with decoder software The VIP X video server and VIDOS software combine to provide a high- performance system solution. VIDOS is software for operating, controlling and administering CCTV installations (such as surveillance systems) at remote locations.
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EN | 89 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Maintenance and upgrades Testing the network connection The ping command can be used to check the connection between two IP addresses. This allows you to test whether a device is active in the network.
EN | 90 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 – If necessary, back up the current configuration using the Download button on the Firmware and configuration upload page (see page 74). – Using a pointed object, press the Factory-reset button located below the USB interface until the operating status LED flashes red (see page 15).
EN | 91 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Appendix Troubleshooting If you cannot resolve a fault, please contact your supplier or system integrator or go direct to Bosch Security Systems Customer Service. The version numbers of the internal processors can be viewed on a special page.
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EN | 92 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Malfunction Possible causes Solution No connection The unit's configuration. Check all configuration established, no parameters. image transmission. Faulty installation. Check all cables, plugs, contacts and connections. Wrong IP address.
EN | 93 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide LEDs The VIP X network video server has several LEDs on the rear panel that show the operating status and can give indications of possible malfunctions: Operating status LED Not lit: Unit is switched off.
EN | 94 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Terminal block The terminal block is used to connect external signal sources or alarm switches, as a relay output, a serial interface or as a power supply. Options for using the serial interface include transparent data transfer, control of connected devices or operation of the unit with a terminal program.
EN | 95 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Glossary Brief explanations of some of the terms and abbreviations found in this user guide are given below. 10/100 Base-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 or 100 MBit/s Ethernet...
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EN | 96 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 MPEG-4 Further development of MPEG-2, designed for transmission of audiovisual data at very low transfer rates (for example via the Internet). Net mask A mask that explains which part of an IP address is the network address and which part comprises the host address.
EN | 97 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Specifications Unit Operating voltage 12 ... 24 V DC, power supply unit with various primary adapters included Power consumption approx. 6 VA LAN interface 1 × Ethernet 10/100 Base-T,...
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EN | 98 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Protocols/standards Video standards PAL, NTSC Video encoding protocols MPEG-4, JPEG Video data rate 9,600 kBit/s ... 10 MBit/s Image resolutions 704 × 576/480 pixels (D1/4CIF) (PAL/NTSC) 704 × 288/240 pixels (2CIF) 352 ×...
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EN | 99 VIP X1/VIP X2 | Installation and User Guide Index Connection on alarm 40 Actuator 19 Contrast 53 Alarm 39 Control 45 Alarm connections 40 Control functions 80 Alarm input 18 Conventions 5 Alarm input name 39 Alarm message 53...
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EN | 100 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 Make contact 19 Firewall 42 Monitor resolution 25 Firmware update 74 MPEG ActiveX 25 Firmware version 38 MPEG viewer 12 Front panel 14 MPEG-4 encoder 54 Function test 76...
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EN | 102 Installation and User Guide | VIP X1/VIP X2 UDP 42 Unicast 43 Unit date 37 Unit ID 35 Unit identification 35 Unit name 35 Unit overview 27 Unit time 37 Upload file 74 URL 26 User name 36...