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  • Page 1 Convision V100/V200 Series Version 5.1 english...
  • Page 2 Convision Technology GmbH cannot accept liability for increased call charges, including costs arising from accidental connection set up. Convision Technology GmbH has created this manual to the best of its ability but cannot guarantee that the programs / systems will serve the purpose aspired by the user.
  • Page 3 V100/V200 Series since all the components are generally included in the standard software package supplied with the computer. Please read this manual before connecting your Convision V100/V200. You can download the latest update of the Convision V100/V200 manual and the Convision V100/V200 firmware free of charge from the Convision Website (www.convision.de).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Convision V100................14 5.5.2 Convision V200................15 Input Connections ..............16 Initial Configuration of the Convision V100/V200 ..18 MSN Configuration via ISDN (Convision V100/V200 LAN/ISDN only) ...................18 IP Configuration in a Local Area Network ........19 IP Configuration via a Direct Connection Using a Cross-Connect Cable...................19...
  • Page 5 VdS 2465 ..................60 9.4.7 Further action with no configuration page ......... 60 General Descriptions ..........61 10.1 Using the Convision V100/V200 as a Video Server ..... 61 10.2 Live optimized and Live compatible ..........61 10.3 FTP ..................... 61 10.4...
  • Page 6 Appendix A FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions / Troubleshooting ............68 Appendix B Declaration of Conformity........74 Appendix C List of Figures.............75 Appendix D List of Keywords ..........76 Manual...

  • Page 7: General Information

    The device type and the serial number are on an adhesive label underneath the Convision V100/V200. This information is also included on the HTML pages in the "Information" menu (refer to chapter 8.6). In the "Information" menu, you can also check the current software version of your Convision V100/V200.

  • Page 8: Product Variations

    In the case of an alarm, the Convision V100/V200 stores up to 32 pre and post alarm images which can then be sent as an e-mail attachment. Afterwards, the frame buffer is available for use again immediately.

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    On computers with an MS operating system, you can configure the system by using Convision IPSetup directly in the form of an .exe file. In the case of other operating systems, you have to install a "JVM" (Java Virtual Machine), if not yet installed.

  • Page 10: Controls, Connectors And Indicators

    On the front of the Convision V100/V200 there are four indicator lamps which indicate the status. These include the following: ♦= Cam: This indicator lamp lights up when a camera is connected to the Convision V100/V200. ♦= Online: lights up when the Convision V100/V200 has completed an active ISDN connection, flashes when data is transferred.

  • Page 11: Rear View

    Figure 2: Rear view of the Convision V100 1. ISDN: connection for operating the Convision V100/V200 using an ISDN multi- device connection. 2. ETHERNET: 10/100 Base T connection for using the Convision V100/V200 in a LAN. 3. Power out: 12V DC power supply for the camera 4.

  • Page 12: Convision V200

    Figure 3: Rear view of the Convision V200 1. ISDN: connection for operating the Convision V100/V200 using an ISDN multi- device connection. . 2. ETHERNET: 10/100 Base T connection for using the Convision V100/V200 in a LAN. 3. CAM2: BNC Video Connector for a camera 4.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Convision V100/V200

    Activate the on/off switch on the rear of the unit. The power LED will light up. 5.2 Connecting the Unit to the LAN In a LAN, you have to establish a connection between the Convision V100/V200 and your computer via a hub or switch using a twisted-pair cable with an RJ-45 connector.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Unit To The Isdn

    1. Plug one end of the ISDN cable provided (labelled "ISDN") into the ISDN port on the rear of the device (refer to to Figure 2: Rear view of the Convision V100 or Figure 3: Rear view of the Convision V200).

  • Page 15: Connecting The Unit Via Modem

    5.4 Connecting the Unit via Modem To operate the Convision V100/V200 via an analogue modem, connect the modem to the serial interface (Serial) of your Convision V100/V200 using a serial cable. Connect the modem to the telephone socket using the telephone cable and to the power supply via the power pack.

  • Page 16: Convision V200

    Power out socket next to the Video connection on the rear. The camera can also be supplied with power externally by a separate power supply. 2. Connect the BNC connector to a camera input on the rear of the Convision V100/V200.

  • Page 17: Input Connections

    "Serial-URL-Port" option on the Configuration/System/Device page. For more information on this topic, please read Chapter 9.1.11 – Serial-URL-Port. The unit is controlled via a separate applet that can be uploaded to the Convision V100/V200 (refer to Chapter 8.4 and 9.1.4).
  • Page 18 Connection of a magnetic switch Type NC (Normally Closed) break contact Fig. 9: Example 2 Input Connection Connection of a motion detector for alarm units with own power supply Type NC (Normally Closed) break contact Fig. 10: Example 3 Input Connection Manual...

  • Page 19: Initial Configuration Of The Convision V100/V200

    6.1 MSN Configuration via ISDN (Convision V100/V200 LAN/ISDN only) To set up the Convision V100/V200 via ISDN, you have to install a dial-up networking on your computer. For information on this topic, please refer to document “Convision System Configuration“.

  • Page 20: Ip Configuration In A Local Area Network

    3. Copy the configuration software "IP Setup" from the CD into a directory on your computer. 4. Open the Convision IPSetup program. For this purpose, the computer must be in the same network segment (defined by the network mask) as the Convision V100/V200.

  • Page 21: Deleting The Configuration

    However, in this case you can delete the configuration by performing a factory reset. Once the Convision V100/V200 has been reset, it will be in the initial state, i.e. neither the IP address nor the MSN have been saved yet.

  • Page 22: The Html Pages - Operation And Configuration

    This drop down menu contains the items of the individual configuration menus. To be able to use of all the possibilities provided by the Convision V100/V200, you have to configure it first. For this purpose, please read Chapter 9 – Configuration.

  • Page 23: Operation

    A list of the cameras and multiple views is displayed. Note: A signed Convision Technology ActiveX Plugin for displaying live streams in Internet Explorer is available (for more information refer to document “Convision System Configuration“, Internet Explorer. Selecting the Camera Select one of the individual cameras or "View of two cameras"...

  • Page 24: Controllable Camera

    You can connect various controllable cameras to the Convision V100/V200, which can be operated directly via the user interface. Depending on their design, these cameras have different functions. For this reason, the user interface of the Convision V100/V200 varies, depending on the camera connected.
  • Page 25 Panoramic view of the entire pan/tilt area. Clicking on "Refresh" reconstructs the panoramic view using updated frames. Vertical pan range – infinitely variable panning Stepwise panning up/down, depending on the zoom factor Panning to the upper/lower end position Convision V100/V200 Series...
  • Page 26 10 Zoom – infinitely variable zooming Zoom in stepwise/Zoom out stepwise Maximum Zoom/minimum Zoom 11 Travel to the home position of the camera. Depending on the type of camera connected, some of the following controls will be displayed instead of the user interface shown in Figure 13: By clicking on the triangles the camera swivels 1 to 10 steps in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 27: Mpeg

    The simultaneous viewing of two different MPEG-Streams or one MPEG- Stream and one JPEG-Stream is not possible. 8.1.3 Sequencer (Convision V200 only) The sequencer allows you to program the cameras to be viewed sequentially for a specified time, without having to manually shift between the cameras.

  • Page 28: Frame Buffer Display

    ♦= Click on “Save“ in the configuration menu 8.2 Frame Buffer Display Frame buffers are storage spaces in the main memory of the Convision V100/V200. In these buffers you can store as many as 32 pre and post-event images per camera.

  • Page 29: Applications

    Sockets Remote controllable sockets with a serial connector supported by Convision Technology can be controlled using a Convision V100/V200 via the serial port. In this menu you can switch the sockets on or off. For this purpose select the socket and the seriel interface (Serial) under „Configuration / System / Devices“.

  • Page 30: Modules

    Convision V100/V200 (refer to Chapter 9.1.7). Below the date is the serial number of your Convision V100/V200. Each unit has its own serial number. You can use it, for example, as a registration number when connecting to the ConvisionCall server (refer to Chapter 9.1.2).

  • Page 31: Configuration

    The event log records the configurations you made, system processes and errors that occurred. 9.1.1 LAN/Ethernet Connection Data If you want to integrate your Convision V100/V200 in a LAN using a permanent IP address, you can enter various IP addresses via this menu. IP Addresses Figure 15: Configuring the IP addresses During the initial configuration using IPSetup (refer to Chapter 6.2 or 6.3), you have...

  • Page 32: Mail Server

    In this field you have to enter the IP address of a DNS (Domain Name Service) server (a DNS server converts an alphanumeric address to an IP address). In this case, you should select the DNS server of the provider set in the Convision V100/V200. For information on this topic, please revert to your provider.

  • Page 33: Isdn/Modem Connection Data (Convision V100/V200 Lan/Isdn Only)

    General Every time you change or update something in this menu, you will be asked to restart the Convision video server to save the changes. Click the “Reboot” button to do this. Setting the IP Address The IP address preset for devices accessed via ISDN connections is 10.0.0.10. If you want to access multiple devices via the same ISDN connection and a router, you can enter further addresses and network masks.
  • Page 34 The default name is “ConvisionVideoWebserver“, but you can change this here. Selecting ISDN or Modem Choose one of these two buttons to specify whether your Convision V100/V200 is connected via ISDN or a modem. ISDN Connection to the Convision V100/V200 (Convision V100/V200 LAN/ISDN only) 1.
  • Page 35 Figure 17: Configuring the ISDN parameters Connecting to different Providers The Convision V100/V200 needs the connection data to be able to establish a connection via a provider, e.g. to send e-mail, to perform an FTP upload or to establish a connection to ConvisionCall.

  • Page 36: Configuring The Modem

    SMS! 11. Enter the SMTP server (mail server) of the LAN or your provider. 12. Enter the address of the sending Convision V100/V200. This address must be registered with the provider. 13. Select the authentication method as required by the provider.
  • Page 37 Note: When selecting a connection with channel bundling to the provider (refer to Chapter 9.1.2), only one access at a time can be made to the Convision V100/V200. For setting up another connection, there is no other free B-channel for signaling.
  • Page 38 3. Click "To Convision IP Video server". Enter your login name and password. 4. Click on the “Add” button; enter the data of your Convision V100/V200. Save your data. A window containing the data you just saved will be displayed.
  • Page 39 9. The ConvisionCall telephone number has probably now been corrected automatically. Save the data again. Note: If you call the Convision V100/V200 via dial-up networking and there is not enough free telephone lines, disconnect dial-up networking to your Convision V100/V200 immediately after you clicked the "Control" button.

  • Page 40: Language

    2. Enter the VdS identification. Your alarm center provides this ID to identify your Convision V100/V200. 3. Periodic reporting to the alarm center serves for verifying whether your Convision V100/V200 is operational. 4. Indicate at which time the monitoring message is to be sent.

  • Page 41: Applets

    9.1.4 Applets In this menu, you can load your own applets to the Convision V100/V200, e.g. for controlling other devices via the serial interface. In the "Applets" menu (refer to Chapter 8.4), you can display the associated HTML page. You can delete an applet that you do not need any longer.

  • Page 42: Modules

    Chapter 8.5) or as an extension to an existing HTML page. Upload 1. To upload a module to the Convision V100/V200, enter the file name (extension .mod) together with the complete path to the directory in which it is stored.

  • Page 43: Update - Uploading New Firmware

    Switch on the other device only after you have made these changes. 1. To upload the configuration file to the Convision V100/V200, enter the file name (extension .conf) together with the complete path to the directory in which it is stored.

  • Page 44: Security Settings

    Note: Following an update, controllable cameras may not be initialized correctly. In this case, switch off the camera and the Convision V100/V200, and then switch on the camera first. Wait for the camera self-test to complete and then switch on the Convision V100/V200.

  • Page 45: Setting The Time And Date

    9.1.9 Setting the Time and Date The date and time are set upon delivery of the Convision V100/V200. If these settings are not correct due to different time zones, you can change them via this menu item. Save the data.

  • Page 46: Activating The Ftp Server

    9.1.10 Activating the FTP Server Use this menu to activate the Convision V100/V200 as an FTP server. When this option is activated, the camera images can be downloaded using either HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) or FTP (File Transfer Protocol). After changes to these data, you have to reboot your Convision V100/V200.

  • Page 47: Assignment Of Devices To The Serial Port

    3. If you want to operate a device not listed in the table, select "Serial Url Port". You will control the device with your own applet that you have to upload to the Convision V100/V200 (refer to Chapter 8.4 and 9.1.4). 4. Save the data.

  • Page 48: Event Log

    When programming a website or an applet, you can integrate links or buttons that include CGI parameters in addition to the IP address of the Convision V100/V200 in the URL. These parameters are forwarded to the device to be controlled via the serial URL port.

  • Page 49: Camera Settings

    Name – Renaming Cameras In this menu you can assign each camera a name. It is a good idea to use the name of the location at which the respective camera is mounted. After entering the names, Convision V100/V200 Series...

  • Page 50: Pan/Tilt

    "Save" button to save the names you assigned in the Convision V100/V200. The names assigned to the cameras will then be displayed in the camera views. 9.2.3 Pan/Tilt This menu is displayed only if a controllable camera is connected.

  • Page 51: Setting The Camera Properties

    ♦= Possibility 2: if you click on the rectangle made up of six small rectangles in the upper right-hand corner, images representing all the six levels will be displayed. You can select the desired level by clicking on the corresponding image. Convision V100/V200 Series...

  • Page 52: Events - Actions When An Alarm Is Triggered

    Figure 30: Setting the camera properties 2 Note: If your Convision V100/V200 is connected via ISDN it is advisable to reduce the quality and thus the data volume of the images to achieve a smooth image stream. 9.3 Events – Actions When an Alarm Is Triggered...

  • Page 53: Inputs

    9.3.1 Inputs You can connect various signalling devices to the inputs of the Convision Video Webserver. Use this menu item to assign each input (Input 1 and 2) the actions that are to be performed when a message is received.

  • Page 54: Time Control - Time-Dependent Actions

    In this menu you can configure up to eight different points in time (timers 1 – 8) at which the Convision V100/V200 is to perform actions. Points in time trigger periodical actions (e.g. every 10 minutes) within defined time periods (e.g. daily between 8 a.m.
  • Page 55 Note: All the actions you want to trigger must first be configured. Clicking on the actions opens the associated configuration pages. Check the status on these pages to avoid assigning partitions that do not exist or messages that have not been written. Convision V100/V200 Series...

  • Page 56: Actions

    9.4 Actions The Convision V100/V200 performs actions in response to events (at an input or time-controlled – refer to Chapter 9.3). 9.4.1 Configuring the Frame Buffers Figure 35: Configuring the frame buffers Frame buffers are storage spaces in the main memory of the Convision V100/V200.

  • Page 57: Transferring Data Via Ftp (Upload)

    9.4.2 Transferring Data via FTP (Upload) At predefined points in time or in response to an event, the Convision V100/V200 can transfer an image (Upload) to a web server directory via FTP. In this case, the Convision V100/V200 is the FTP client. (For information on configuring the Convision V100/V200 as the FTP server, please refer to Chapter 9.1.10).
  • Page 58 Note: The login information can be obtained from your administrator (LAN) or from your provider. 1. Select one of the 8 FTP uploads in the upper button bar. 2. Enter a name. 3. Specify the name or the IP address of the server to which the images are to be transferred.

  • Page 59: Notification Via E-Mail

    9.4.3 Notification via E-Mail At predefined points in time or in response to an event, the Convision V100/V200 can send an e-mail to as many as 10 addresses. You can attach an up-to-date image recorded from any camera, frame buffers as well as data from a connected weather station to the e-mail.

  • Page 60: E-Mail State (Email State)

    9.4.5 Notification via SMS (Short Message Service) At predefined points in time or in response to an event, the Convision V100/V200 can send an SMS to as many as 10 addresses. An SMS can have a maximum length of 160 characters. You cannot attach any other data.

  • Page 61: Vds 2465

    9.4.6 VdS 2465 In response to an event, the Convision V100/V200 can send a VdS notification to an alarm center. You can attach several frame buffers to the notification. (For information on configuring the connection, refer to Chapter 9.1.2, VdS 2465).

  • Page 62: General Descriptions

    10.1 Using the Convision V100/V200 as a Video Server If the Convision V100/V200 is integrated in your LAN with a fixed IP address, it can be accessed as a web server directly from the Internet. However, do bear in mind that the capacity of the video server is limited –...

  • Page 63: Channel Bundling

    LAN connection and from your telecommunications provider for an ISDN connection. To be able to access the SMTP server, the e-mail address of the sending Convision V100/V200 must be registered with the provider. SMTP Authentication – SMTP-after-POP Some e-mail providers require authentication to prevent anyone with an unauthorised or fake e-mail address from using the SMTP server.

  • Page 64: The Ip Address

    http://IP address/path/CGI program?Parameter1=value1&Param2=value2&... This program with its parameters can be opened using a button, a link, a form or the address line of a web page. CGI programs are used by the ConvisionCall service, for example, or for controlling non-supported devices via the serial URL port. 10.8 The TCP/IP Protocol Group TCP/IP is a group of protocols with the TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) and IP (Internet Protocol) being the group's most important components.
  • Page 65 IP addresses. Note: This file named Hosts is stored in the Windows directory (Windows 98), in the WINNT directory (Windows NT) or as /etc/hosts under Unix. Convision V100/V200 Series...
  • Page 66 Private IP Space The IP address is an integral part of the Internet Protocol, which forms the basis for communication in the Internet and is also often used in a LAN. The network mask is used to subdivide larger networks. The IP address must be unique across the entire network, in which it is registered.
  • Page 67 The fourth number identifies the computer. Note: Incorrectly defined IP addresses and network masks very often cause errors in TCP/IP networks. For this reason, if you are not absolutely sure or if problems come up, please contact an experienced network administrator. Convision V100/V200 Series...

  • Page 68: Technical Data

    11 Technical Data Camera inputs Convision V100: 1 FBAS input, PAL, NTSC, BNC connector Convision V200: 2 FBAS inputs, PAL, NTSC, BNC connector Adapter Cinch to BNC supplied Interfaces RS232 with max. 115 KBit/s, mini DIN-8 plug, adapter to D-Sub9 supplied Detector inputs 2 NC inputs for motion detectors etc.

  • Page 69: Appendix A Faq - Frequently Asked Questions / Troubleshooting

    Check the settings for the proxy server in your Internet browser. It should be set either to direct access to the Internet, or - with manual configuration - the IP address of the Convision V100/V200 should be entered as an exception. Tip: Are the Convision V100/V200 and the...
  • Page 70 How can I connect the Convision Computer with network card: Connect the V100/V200 directly to a computer? computer and the Convision V100/V200 via a twisted-pair cable (cross-connect cable). Windows-based PC via PC direct connection using a null modem cable.
  • Page 71 What types of cameras can be Any camera with a PAL or NTSC output. It is connected to the Convision connected to the Convision V100/V200 via a V100/V200? BNC connector (male). What kind of video cable do I need You should use a high-quality coaxial cable with a low attenuation factor (75 Ω).
  • Page 72 You can connect 2 controllable cameras to the I connect? Convision V200. The cameras are connected in series; only the first one is directly connected to the Convision V100/V200. Security How can I protect the Convision The Convision V100/V200 features several...
  • Page 73 The last possibility is to delete the configuration. LED indicators Why does the Online LED flash? The Convision V100/V200 has not yet been configured. Why doesn't the Camera LED light The LED is updated only when you reboot the up although a camera is connected? Convision V100/V200 or when a camera image is displayed.
  • Page 74 General In what temperature range does the The Convision V100/V200 operates in a Convision V100/V200 operate? temperature range of from 0 °C to 50 °C (+32 °F to +122 °F) Can I perform a remote reset of the Yes, e.g. select Configuration / System / FTP Convision V100/V200 ? and save the settings without any changes.

  • Page 75: Appendix B Declaration Of Conformity

    Appendix B Declaration of Conformity KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Micro Web Server Geräteart: Type of equipment: Convision V100/V200 Series Produkt Product : Das bezeichnete Produkt stimmt mit den Vorschriften folgender EU- Richtlinie(n) überein: The aforementioned product complies with the following European Council directive(s):...

  • Page 76: Appendix C List Of Figures

    Appendix C List of Figures Front view of the Convision V100/V200 Rear view of the Convision V100 Rear view of the Convision V200 LAN connection Connection via ISDN Camera connection to Convision V100 Camera connection to Convision V200 Example 1 Input Connection...

  • Page 77: Appendix D List Of Keywords

    Language ............21, 39 Modem ..............35 Language module ..........40 Configuration file ...........41 LED ...............72 Connection Live-compatible.........22, 48, 61 of the Convision V100 to providers ....34 Live-optimized..........22, 61 via ISDN ............32 Log ................47 Connectors............10, 11 ConvisionCall ............36 Cross-connect cable ........18, 73 Mail Server............31 Media Player ............26...
  • Page 78 Module.............. 41 Serial interface..........46, 73 URL ..............47 Serial number User password............44 of the Convision V100/V200 ......29 Serial URL port ............. 47 Server Push............ 61, 72 SMS (Short Message Service) ....... 59, 70 SMTP..............62 VdS 2465..........39, 51, 56, 60 Snapshot ............

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