Page 3: Table Of Contents
How this Manual has been Constructed ....................13 Features of the DV-IP Server........................ 14 Installing the DV-IP Server ........................17 DV-IP Server Connections and LEDs ....................17 Rear Panel Connection ........................17 Front Panel LEDs ..........................19 Unpacking the DV-IP Server ......................... 20 Safety Notes............................
Page 4 How to Enable System Features......................53 BS8418 Functionality......................... 55 How to Configure Video Inputs and Standard Record Settings ............56 Configuring the Network Settings of the DV-IP Server ................. 61 How to Select and Enable Coaxial Telemetry..................64 Telemetry Setup Page ........................65 How to Enable Serial Telemetry......................
Page 5 How to Enable System Logs ....................... 126 How to Enable and Configure Watermarking..................127 How to Enable and Configure the Webcamera functionality .............. 129 DV-IP Server Tools ..........................134 Video Scope ............................134 Audio Trace ............................136 Relay Test Page..........................136 Watermarking ............................
Page 6 154 WEBUSER.ini ..........................156 Editing .ini Files using DV-IP Backup Utility ..................157 Appendix C – Port Assignment on the DV-IP Server ................162 Port Allocation ............................. 162 Appendix D – DV-IP Server Serial and Network Cables ................ 164 DM RS232 Debug Cable (supplied)....................
Page 7 Appendix F – SMS Message Format...................... 177 Command Format ..........................177 SMS Commands ..........................177 Callback ............................177 SMS Reports ............................178 Startup ............................. 178 Alarm ............................... 179 VMD..............................180 Camfail............................. 181 Additional Information ..........................182 Command Reference List ........................182 Dedicated Micros Ltd Page v...
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Page 9: Introduction To Networks
It should help you when installing the DV-IP Server within a Local Area Network (LAN), or Wide Area Network (WAN). First we will identify some of the terminology we will use in this section;...
Page 10: What Is A Network
If we look at this in terms of the DV-IP System solution the devices are the DV-IP Server and the Client Applications, the communication path is the Ethernet network (LAN or WAN).
Page 11: Equipment And Protocols
A network consists of hardware, cabling and protocols, the following describes the most common devices and protocols that you will be introduced to when installing a DV-IP Solution. A network infrastructure generally consists of a high speed ‘bus’ backbone that connects to hardware to introduce a ‘star’...
Page 12 This can have an affect on the efficiency of a network especially when transmitting large files such as video. Not recommended in real time (voice, video) application. Page 4 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 13 Protocols such as UDP multicast would require a more sophisticated switch (Layer 3 Switch) that has the ability to analyse, in more detail, the information held in the packet Header and identify the IP address as well as the hardware address of the transmit host and destination host. Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 5...
Page 14 LANs, WANs and the WWW. Any device connected to a network must have a unique address to identify who and where it is, this address is an IP address, see below for more information on IP Addresses. Page 6 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 15 If you are connecting the DV-IP Server to a network then the unit must be allocated an IP address and subnet mask. If the video is to be transmitted via a router (Gateway) then the default gateway information must also be configured.
Page 16: Tcp Transmission Control Protocol
The majority of networks will by default support TCP as this is the most commonly used protocol for transmission of data. The DV-IP Server uses TCP/IP for transmission of Video. The Network Administrator will have information on supported protocols on the network.
Page 17 25pps. UDP can be a point to point (unicast) or point to multi-point (multicast) protocol, the DV-IP Server uses UDP unicast protocol for the transmission of audio and telemetry control data.
Page 18 Note: The DNS functionality is not supported when the DV-IP Server is connected to a WINS (Windows Internet Naming Service) network, you would need to enter the IP address of the unit in this situation.
Page 19 30720 / 8 (8 bits in a byte) = 3840kBytes of storage would be required Note: In networking terms the real value of a Kilo is 1024 rather than 1000. To get an accurate result you should use value 1024 for kilobits and kiloBytes Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 11...
Page 20: Introduction
Sever and a Client application, as well as recording the audio along with the video on the Server hard drive. The DV-IP Server is available as 4, 6, 10 or 16 channel units, supporting MJPEG compression ensures high quality video performance is maintained, and with the modular codec architecture within the Server it is possible to achieve up to 120pps recording across all inputs.
Page 21: How This Manual Has Been Constructed
The operation and control of the System is detailed in the DV-IP Server User Guide. First let’s take a look at what the DV-IP System can offer you, what features can be enabled, what functionality the unit supports that you didn’t know about.
Page 22: Features Of The Dv-Ip Server
What does the DV-IP System offer you? Below is a list of the features that the DV-IP System supports, take a look at this and see which of these features is what your application needs, maybe this will highlight some features that you hadn’t thought of but may be of value to the system you are installing, then using the How to….? documents select the...
Page 23 Bandwidth restrictions client and server Where bandwidth limitations are a consideration then the DV-IP portfolio will ensure this limit is not exceeded. With the facility to configure both the DV-IP Server and the DV-IP Viewer software to prevent the problem occurring.
Page 24 • Multilingual Support The DV-IP Server supports many languages which ensures the product can be distributed anywhere in the world. The installation and configuration will be in the native tongue making the easy installation of the unit even easier.
Page 25: Installing The Dv-Ip Server
Installing the DV-IP Server The Installation of the DV-IP Server can be carried out in simple steps as described in the Quick Start Guide; this section will elaborate on this information and the connectivity required for the Advanced features supported on the DV-IP Server.
Page 26 9 way (male) D Type RS-232 (3 wire), RS-422, RS-485 serial port (Telemetry, debug, general purpose, text in image) TERM Dip switches for correct termination of COM3 and COM 4 for RS422 and RS485 serial data Page 18 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 27: Front Panel Leds
Hard Disk Drive – this will flash when images are being stored to the hard disk Network The Network LED will flash when information is being transmitted/received on the network port of the Server The Infra Red is not enabled on the unit and is for future development Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 19...
Page 28: Unpacking The Dv-Ip Server
RS485-bus cable with ferrite clamp filter Front and rear rack mounting brackets If any of these items are missing please contact the Dedicated Micros Technical Support team. Important Note: Before installing the DV-IP Server you must carefully read all Safety Instructions and the following information on where the unit should be located.
Page 29: Electrical Connections
Active video signals, that is, at least one working camera feed Desk / Laptop PC with CD ROM drive and connection to the same network as the DV-IP Server WARNING: Only operate your DV-IP Server from the type of power source indicated on the label.
Page 30: Regulatory Notes Fcc And Doc Information
CE Mark This product is marked with the CE symbol and indicates compliance with all applicable directives. Directive 89/336/EEC. A “Declaration of Conformity” is held at Dedicated Micros Ltd., 11 Oak Street, Swinton, Manchester M27 4FL. Page 22 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 31: Simple Installation
Simple Installation Simple Installation is the minimum installation required for the DV-IP Server for the unit to operate; we will look at: Installing the DV-IP Server into a Rack/Shelf Connecting Analogue video sources Connecting the unit to the Network Applying Power to the system...
Page 32: Recommended Pc Specification
WARNING: For a web browser to correctly operate with DV-IP Server, Java Virtual Machine (JVM) must be installed on each PC that will be used to access DV-IP Server. The JVM enables Java components in web pages to operate as intended by Dedicated Micros. A version of Java Virtual Machine may be downloaded from www.java.com.
Page 33: Step 1 Connecting The Rack Mounting Brackets
Rear supports Before connecting any cables to the DV-IP Server connect the rack mounting kit: Attach the rear supports to the rack that the DV-IP Server will sit in, these will support the weight of the unit. Using the supplied screws, attach the rack mount ears to each side of the unit.
Page 34: Step 2 Connecting Video Sources
Step 2 Connecting Video Sources The DV-IP Server is available as 4, 6, 10 or 16 channel units; the rear panel at the start of this section shows a 16 channel unit, the changes for the available units are the number of video inputs all other connections are the same.
Page 35: Step 4 Connecting Serial Devices
Step 4 Connecting serial devices The DV-IP Server supports four serial (communication) ports. Each port can be configured to support various peripheral devices. By default COM 1 is the only port enabled and is set for Debug (Engineering mode) allowing you to connect and configure the unit.
Page 36: Step 5 Termination Dip Switches
The communication ports support RS232, RS422 or RS485 serial data. When connecting to RS422 or RS485 devices the corresponding DIP switches on the rear of the DV-IP Server must be set for termination, the following details the correct configuration.
Page 37: Step 6 Connecting Power
Health and Safety procedures 4. Switch the mains on at the socket 5. Check the Green LED on the front panel of the DV-IP Server lights to show the unit has powered up successfully. Step 6a Allocating an IP Address...
Page 38 Flow control None 5. Apply mains power to the DV-IP Server. The green power LED should light on the front panel of the DV-IP Server and some debug information should appear in HyperTerminal as the DV-IP Server starts up, wait for this debug information to finish.
Page 39 IP address subnet mask and if required default gateway 1. Ask your Network Administrator to complete the following with the information that will be configured on the DV-IP Server. IP address for example 172.16.0.100 Subnet mask for example 255.255.0.0...
Page 40 6. Apply mains power to the DV-IP Server. The green power LED should light on the front panel of the DV-IP Server and some debug information should appear in HyperTerminal as the DV-IP Server starts up, wait for this debug information to finish.
Page 41: Step 7 Locating The Dhcp Allocated Ip Address
<ESC>m\gateway\000.000.000.000<ENTER> <ESC>m\save <ENTER> reset (to restart the DV-IP Server) - you must reset the DV-IP Server for the settings to be applied. The DV-IP Server will automatically be allocated an IP address from the DHCP server. Step 7 Locating the DHCP Allocated IP Address If the unit has been left at default setting then the unit will be automatically allocated an IP address, it is important to find this information before the configuration of the unit can be carried out.
Page 42: Advanced Installation
485 bus devices Audio devices External Storage (JBOD / RAID) Tools Required The tools required to carry out the remaining installation are as previously detailed plus: Item Description 485-bus cable with ferrite clamp filter (supplied) Page 34 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 43: Step 8 Looping Cameras
Configuring the DV-IP Server section of this manual. Double termination (not removing termination from the DV-IP Server) will result in the 1V peak to peak video signal being crushed. This can reduce the colour rendition of the video source and may cause the video signal not to be detected by the last piece of equipment, i.e.
Page 44 Note: Although the unit is shipped with resistive alarm inputs these need to be enabled in the Alarm Input Setup page, refer to the Configuring the DV-IP Server. The AUX IN alarm can only be configured as Normally Open or Normally Closed and is by default the System Set/Unset input, when triggered this forces the alarms and video motion detection (VMD) to become active.
Page 45 There are two resistive values within the tamper alarm circuitry; these must be located next to the alarm device (furthest point from the DV-IP Server). The alarm state could be Normally Open or Normally closed however the tamper state is the same for both settings.
Page 46: Step 10 Connecting Relays
Step 10 Connecting Relays The DV-IP Server supports six relay connections which are distributed over the 9 Way D-type connector and screw terminal. The relays are configurable within the web pages and are triggered with; receipt of an alarm, identification of video motion detection (VMD) and failure of any of the video inputs.
Page 47: Step 11 Connecting 485 Bus Devices
DV-IP Server and to the Alarm or Relay module. Note: Ensure the ferrite clamped end of the DM485 bus cable is connected to the DV-IP Server. These modules can be daisy chained and therefore it is essential that the units are correctly addressed and termination set, please refer to the relevant installation manual supplied with your accessory for this information.
Page 48: Step 13 Connecting External Storage (Jbod / Raid)
Copy and installing unit files It is important to check if there are any web files supported on the DV-IP Server, if not it is necessary to copy the dvip.zip or WEBpages.zip files in to the G (Flash) drive of the DV-IP Server – if you do not have these files contact Dedicated Micros for support.
Page 49 This section covers the formatting of any external drives that are connected to the DV-IP Server; these include drives L – R It is necessary to format the internal drives on the DV-IP Server. At this point the power must be removed from the DV-IP Server.
Page 50 It is necessary to edit the vidctrl.ini file for the attached storage devices. This is carried out prior to the video partitions being created. The following example shows how a DV-IP Server with two internal and two external 2Tbyte RAID devices would be configured.
Page 51 1. Using FTP Client Software connect to the DV-IP Server; To connect to the DV-IP Server type the IP address of the unit in the FTP software, you will be prompted for a user name and password, the default settings for these are dm and ftp respectively.
Page 52 This is the offset on the disk for the webpages, application, form files, etc to start making video partitions of 64Kilbyte blocks – default is 3200 4. Once you have completed editing the file, save and upload back on to the DV-IP Server. Page 44 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 53: Step 14 Setting And Enabling Passwords
Note: The fdisk of a 2Tbyte RAID storage device can take a few hours hours. Step 14 Setting and Enabling Passwords There are a number of features supported on the DV-IP Server that can be password protected to prevent any unauthorised user accessing the unit, these are:...
Page 54 1. Using FTP software connect to the DV-IP Server; To connect to the DV-IP Server type the IP address of the unit in the FTP software, you will be prompted for a user name and password, the default settings for these are dm and ftp respectively.
Page 55 1. Using FTP software connect to the DV-IP Server; To connect to the DV-IP Server type the IP address of the unit in the FTP software, you will be prompted for a user name and password, the default settings for these are dm and ftp respectively.
Page 56 To set the security up using telnet or FTP application enter <ESC> m\security\eng\pass The options available are: Pass – default Open For Debug security, enter: <ESC> m\security\debug\pass The options available are: Pass – default Open Page 48 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 57: Configuring The Dv-Ip Server
Configuring the DV-IP Server To assist you with the configuration of the DV-IP Server, this section is constructed in a tutorial manner and will make use of typical scenarios describing how to …….. allocate an IP address, set up VMD, etc.
Page 58: Accessing The Configuration Web Pages
Accessing the Configuration Web Pages The configuration of the DV-IP Server is achieved via on the on board web pages, to access these: 1. Launch Internet Explorer (or Netscape Navigator) 2. Type the IP address of the DV-IP Server into the address bar 3.
Page 59: Simple Configuration
7. If the settings are incorrect reset the Server by selecting the reset button 8. If the DV-IP Server time is to be synchronised to the PC that is being used to configure the system then select sync DV-IP time from PC. Note this only synchronises the time when the button is selected this will not maintain synchronisation permanently.
Page 60 Description Video Standard This is a global setting for all the video inputs on the DV-IP Server. The video format can be configured as PAL or NTSC. When the video standard is changed the DV-IP Server must be reset. Click on the...
Page 61: How To Enable System Features
How to Enable System Features There are a number of features supported on the DV-IP Server that can be enabled or disabled depending on your system requirements. When these features are enabled, the relevant configuration web pages will be displayed; if these are disabled then these pages will be omitted.
Page 62 FTP, This will enable the configuration page to be included in the Network tab Network SMS reporting The DV-IP Server can be configured to send data to an SMS server This will enable the configuration page to be included in the Network tab Network E-mail reporting The DV-IP Server supports e-mail of data under certain conditions (alarm, start up, etc).
Page 63: Bs8418 Functionality
Dedicated Micros has incorporated this British Standard within DV-IP solution. The standard clearly defines the functions the transmission system must comply with under specific situations; the DV-IP Server supports these functions and ensures that remote video receiving stations meet the requirements set by this standard.
Page 64: How To Configure Video Inputs And Standard Record Settings
5. In the corresponding title box enter the camera name for the video source connected to that input 6. If the final destination that the video source is to be connected is the DV-IP Server then this input must be terminated, however if the loop through connections on the Server are to be used then the corresponding input must be un-terminated.
Page 65 Note: The alarm record rate is not taken into account. Enter the information in either the record duration or standard record rate, these are global settings 11. Enter the alarm record rate for when the DV-IP Server is in an alarm situation, this is a global setting 12.
Page 66 This is the maximum file size for the images when high quality video has been selected to be recorded or viewed. Note: The DV-IP Server records the images at the High image size settings only. Medium KB Image Size This is the maximum file size for the images when medium quality video has been...
Page 67 Telemetry Setup Note: This will only be active when one of the video inputs on the DV-IP Server has been configured for coaxial telemetry. When any of the inputs have been set for coaxial telemetry this allows the telemetry...
Page 68 The Alarm Record Rate is not taken into account in the calculation for Record Duration. Click here to see thumbnail This will display a thumbnail view of video connected to the unit. Place the cursor in images the camera title box to view the corresponding video input Page 60 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 69: Configuring The Network Settings Of The Dv-Ip Server
Base_IP 172.16.1.2 6. As the DV-IP Server can be connected to a LAN or WAN network it is possible to identify the maximum bit rate for the network connection. There are default settings for LAN, WAN and ISDN if these defaults are accept select the corresponding button for your network link 7.
Page 70 This is the IP address of the secondary DNS server in case of failure of the primary server DV-IP Name This is the name that is allocated to the DV-IP Server, this will be used when transmitting alarm information to a Remote Monitoring Station...
Page 71 When making a connection across a WAN link this figure should be increased and should match the timeout figure for the router PPP Idle Line Timeout This is the time the DV-IP Server will wait before dropping the PPP link if data has not been transmitted PPP Link Down Timer...
Page 72: How To Select And Enable Coaxial Telemetry
Simple selection of manufacturer/model within the configuration pages and these cameras can be controlled. Common telemetry operations such as pan, tilt, zoom, presets can be controlled via the Live page of the web interface or via the DV-IP Viewer software.
Page 73: Telemetry Setup Page
Mono If the video input on the DV-IP Server is a black and white (monochrome) source then tick the corresponding camera. The Server will try and compress the colour contents of the image if this box is not enabled, ticking this box will remove unnecessary overhead...
Page 74: How To Enable Serial Telemetry
This allows you to view any of the enabled inputs on the DV-IP Server, control the telemetry connected to the system and set up any features that are required for your application; such as presets. You can also access the camera menus from this page allowing you to configure parameters that are only programmable from the camera menu.
Page 75 - Stop bits - Flow control 6. Ensure the address of the dome/PTZ camera is the same as the video input number on the DV-IP Server, e.g. Video input 15 would equate to the dome/PTZ camera being address 15 7. Remember to save the changes you have made by selecting Save Settings!
Page 76: Telemetry Setup Page
Telemetry type This is the list of serial telemetry protocols that are supported on the DV-IP Server Baud rate, parity, data bits, These are the default settings of the selected serial device. Refer to the relevant...
Page 77: Supported Modems/Ta's
This allows you to view any of the enabled inputs on the DV-IP Server, control the telemetry connected to the system and set up any features that are required for your application; such as presets. You can also access the camera menus from this page allowing you to configure parameters that are only programmable from the camera menu.
Page 78: How To Configure Matrix Control
- Baud rate, Parity, Data bits, Stop bits, Flow control 4. Enter the Matrix Monitor number of the matrix that the DV-IP Server is connected to and that you will be controlling Page 70...
Page 79 1 which could be controlling input 32 on the matrix. Telemetry type This is the list of serial telemetry protocols that are supported on the DV-IP Server Baud rate, parity, data bits, These are the default settings of the selected serial device. Refer to the relevant...
Page 80 This completes the Simple Configuration of the DV-IP Server. The unit can operate at the basic level and the remaining configuration would include functionality that is specific to the customer requirements. The following parameters have been configured: Global settings Video inputs...
Page 81: Advanced Configuration
Advanced Configuration How to Configure Variable Recording The DV-IP Server by default will record Video Input 1 at the standard record rate. The Quick Start Guide detailed how the remaining camera inputs on the Server can be enabled and configured to record (Standard Record Rate).
Page 82 Enter the record rate in the relevant setting alongside the camera input. If the record rates you enter exceed the total record rate that the DV-IP Server supports the following prompt will be displayed.
Page 83: Ram Disk
RAMDisk to accommodate the number of images required on alarm; i.e. variable record rate, alarm/VMD record rate, pre-alarm record rate and number of pre-alarm cameras. The screen shows the settings for camera 1 and camera 2 and how much of the RAMDisk would be required for these settings. Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 75...
Page 84: How To Enable Audio Recording
16KB and 2048KB How to Enable Audio Recording The DV-IP Server supports two audio inputs which can allow for external audio equipment to be connected to the Server. This allows the Operator to communicate via the DV-IP Viewer software across the network to the camera location.
Page 85 Line out This is the audio output connection on the rear of the DV-IP Server, peripheral audio equipment can be connected to the Server (such as speakers), for audio integration. Allocate a title to the channel which will be saved with the recording...
Page 86: How To Configure The Video Inputs For Vmd
How to Configure the Video Inputs for VMD The DV-IP Server supports VMD (Video Motion Detection) on all video inputs and allows cameras to automatically detect if there is any movement/changes within the video scene. This can then trigger a number of operations such as FTP alarm notification and increase camera recording rate for the corresponding video input.
Page 87 Any VMD entry in the database can be protected from being overwritten, this is the period of time the files will be saved and protected. After this time the files will be automatically overwritten unless specified Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 79...
Page 88 12. Don’t forget to save the configuration of the alarm actions by selecting Save Settings! Function Description Create Database Entry This will record an event in the database using the VMD Zone number (refer to Alarm Zone below for more information) Page 80 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 89 Report on VMD Activity This will automatically send a telnet alarm message to an allocated DV-IP Viewer, when the PC receives and accepts the alarm video is then requested, refer to Alarm/VMD Reporting below for more detailed information...
Page 90 19. It is possible to have a grid overlay displayed over the image to assist you in placing the zone areas, select graticule on Page 82 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 91 22. Select the zone mode from the drop down box that will apply to the zone you have selected in the zone drop down option: 23. Set the pixel count (%) by selecting from the drop down box the range is between 2 and 100%, this will apply to the zone you are configuring Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 83...
Page 92 27. Remember to save the configuration by select Save Settings! Function Description Camera This is a drop down list of the video inputs on the DV-IP Server, selecting one of the inputs will display the corresponding video source Page 84 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 93 This is the resolution of the reference VMD image being displayed Refresh This will update the reference image to the latest view during set up Note: Ensure that the display VMD in image option is checked before continuing. Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 85...
Page 94: Walk Test
Note: There are 16 alarm inputs on board the unit and the option for an additional 16 alarm inputs (17 to 32) by connecting a DM alarm module to the DV-IP Server. Ensure the additional alarm module is connected to the Server before powering up the unit.
Page 95 The DV-IP Server supports sixteen on-board alarm inputs and can have an additional alarm module connected to give an extra sixteen NO/NC inputs. The address identifies whether the connection is on board the DV-IP Server or alarm module 1 Enabled Each input must be enabled for it to be functional;...
Page 96 This applies to both the on-board alarms and the additional alarm module, that can be connected to the DV-IP Server via the 485-bus. When an input is enabled then by default it will be normally closed, removing the tick in the normally closed...
Page 97 9. The Zone OR input allows you to configure a situation where an alarm received on either of the zone alarm input or the zone OR input will force the DV-IP Server go into alarm mode and initiate predefined alarm actions, select the appropriate option from the drop down list 10.
Page 98 Note: When protecting an image it is important to remember that the DV-IP Server saves files in 50 Megabyte blocks, the whole block that contains the image will be protected.
Page 99 16. If BS8418 has been enabled in the Advanced Features option then additional alarm actions will be displayed, these will allow the DV-IP Server to be enabled for; zone on entry route, zone on exit route, entry initiator and exit terminator. Place a tick against the appropriate action(s) 17.
Page 100 Alarm Zone Actions (select all) These are the actions that can be allocated to each alarm zone. The Select All options will tick all the boxes corresponding to the actions in the list Page 92 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 101 Record Rate in this section of the manual). Each of the cameras must have an alarm record rate specified Connect/Dial on Alarm The DV-IP Server will automatically connect to the remote alarm monitoring station (defined). Note the DV-IP Viewer application requires an unlock code for this function to operate.
Page 102: How To Configure The Relay Connections
It is important to consider the speed of the link between the DV-IP Server and the SMTP Server that the e-mail will be sent to. The resolution options available are; thumbnail, high resolution, medium resolution...
Page 103 Description Global Alarm If an alarm trigger is received on any of the alarm inputs on the DV-IP Server then it is possible to allocate the relay connection to close, this in turn will trigger the peripheral device that is connected to the relay. The default relay is Relay 1...
Page 104: How To Configure Connect/ Dial, Ftp, Sms And Email On Alarm
DV-IP Viewer, FTP server address, SMS and GPS settings and SMTP Server address. Without this information the DV-IP Server would not have a route to transmit images on receipt of an alarm/VMD. This section will be separated into the configuration processes required to enable these functions to operate.
Page 105 5. Remember to save the configuration by selecting Save Settings! 6. Reset the DV-IP Server for the unit to initialise the modem. Note: For Connect on Alarm to function the Remote Alarm Monitoring function of the DV-IP Viewer must be unlocked, contact Dedicated Micros Customers Services for more information.
Page 106 How to Configure the Remote Alarm Host Information web Interface When an alarm is triggered the DV-IP Server will send a message via the serial port or over the network using PPP. This section identifies the details of the receiving station and the route the message will take.
Page 107 Note: The username and password must be unique and they will both be case sensitive. 6. Save the file and upload back onto the DV-IP Sever. You will now need to add this information to the Alarm/VMD Reporting page via the web interface 7.
Page 108 7. For the system to dial on alarm and camera fail these functions must be enabled, place a tick in the box associated with the function 8. It is possible when BS8418 is enabled on the DV-IP Server to send an alarm to the remote station to report a tamper alarm and system startup, enable the corresponding option(s) 9.
Page 109 Function Description Primary Host This is the IP address or name of the initial host that the DV-IP Server will transmit an alarm message to Secondary Host If the DV-IP Server is unable to contact the primary host then it is possible to identify...
Page 110: How To Configure Ftp Settings For Archiving Images
5. For files to be saved to the FTP Server it is necessary to go through an authentication process to gain access to the server, enter the username and password 6. It is possible to enable the DV-IP Server to start an FTP download when an active Ethernet connection is detected.
Page 111 Note: As the DV-IP Server always has a permanent network connection the Active Ethernet option means when the Network port identifies a change in state of the Ethernet link (down to up), for example when the DV-IP Server is reset or the network cable is unplugged then re- connected 7.
Page 112 Network port (down to up) Scheduled and Schedule time It is possible to force the DV-IP Server to FTP images at a scheduled time. The time entered will be the time each day that this function will be activated...
Page 113: How To Configure Sms Text Messaging
This allows the user to manually initiate an FTP download How to Configure SMS Text messaging The DV-IP Server supports the function to send an SMS text message to a SMS Server for forwarding to a mobile phone. This gives the ability to automatically or manually action the DV-IP Server to send a text to inform a Guard of incident when they are away from the monitoring station, i.e.
Page 114 The typical process for SMS messaging is: The DV-IP Server will send a message to the mobile phone. This can be on receipt of an alarm or manually initiated. The operator then has the option to send a message back to the Server or log onto the unit using the web interface or DV-IP Viewer software.
Page 115 3. It is possible to make the DV-IP Server into an SMS Server by enabling the SMS Server option. If this has been enabled then you need to enter the destination URL or IP address of the DV-IP Server.
Page 116 Note: The Verbose option must not be enabled when this option is selected Report startup This will enable the DV-IP Server to transmit a message on power up of the unit Report alarms Sends a text message on receipt of an alarm via the onboard or additional alarm...
Page 117 Function Description Report camera fail If any of the enabled video inputs on the DV-IP Server does not detect a 1 volt peak- to-peak signal then the unit will send a SMS message Report VMD activation If VMD is identified on any of the enabled video inputs the unit will send a SMS...
Page 118: How To Configure Email Settings
SMS Message Format There is a specific format for the text message that is returned to the DV-IP Server, the format is detailed within this section. It is important that the message format be strictly adhered to for this function to operate.
Page 119 & DNS name to create a sender name 9. The DV-IP Server can be forced to send an e-mail under numerous conditions; start up of the Server, on alarm (this must also be enabled in Alarm Zone page), camera failure and VMD activation (this must also be enabled in the Alarms/VMD page).
Page 120: How To Protect Or Un-Protect Images
Function Description Reply to This field must be configured if the recipient is to reply to an e-mail. The DV-IP Server does not accept e-mails so this must be a valid e-mail address Sender These optional fields indicate the source of the e-mail notification. If the fields are left blank the DV-IP Server will use the system name &...
Page 121 Protect Images Indefinitely If images are never to be overwritten the they can be protected indefinitely Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 113...
Page 122: How To Configure The Alarm Database
Function Description Last database reset time This is a read only section and is generated by the DV-IP Server, it identifies the last time that the database was reset Current number of entries This is a read only section and is generate by the DV-IP Server, it identifies the current...
Page 123: How To Configure An Alarm Schedule
Now that all the alarm settings have been configured we need to identify when the alarms are to be active. It’s possible to utilise the onboard schedule function of the DV-IP Server to enable and disable alarm triggers and VMD activation. This can reduce unnecessary alarm triggers, e.g.
Page 124 This is the time (24 hour clock) that the DV-IP Server enables alarms and VMD Unset (Mode 1) Time This is the time (24 hour clock) that the DV-IP Server alarms and VMD will be disabled Once the time periods have been set we need to enable the functionality 6.
Page 125: How To Configure Holiday Profiles
Function Description Schedule Enable Enable the schedule function on the DV-IP Server. This must be enabled for the DV-IP Server to switch between the set and unset mode Schedule Recording Enable dual mode operation to have the DV-IP Server to operate in different modes depending on the time of day, e.g.
Page 126 Remember to save the configuration by selecting Save Settings! Function Description Current Holiday List This will list the current holiday profiles that have been configured on the DV-IP Server. As a date expires the profile will be removed from the list Page 118 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 127: How To Configure Text In Image Functionality
This adds the information in the date and SET, UNSET times to the holiday profile list SET Time This is the time when the DV-IP Server Alarms and VMD will be made active. If multiple dates are covered by the same profile this time applies to all dates within that profile UNSET Time This is the time when the DV-IP Server Alarms and VMD will be inactive.
Page 128 3. Configure the serial parameters for the device connected to the DV-IP Server Baud rate Parity Data bits Stop bits Flow control 4. Save configuration by selecting Save Settings! 5. Reset the unit for the settings to be applied Default Settings Camera 1 –...
Page 129 This example shows that text in image is set up on COM1 which means text is inserted in Camera 1 using 80 characters per line with no text filtering. 6. Save the configuration and upload to the DV-IP Server 7. Reset the unit for the settings to be applied To enable and configure text in image feature via the web page: 1.
Page 130: How To Enable And Configure The Onboard Firewall
How to Enable and Configure the Onboard Firewall The DV-IP Server supports an on-board Firewall to add to the security of the unit. The Firewall can be enabled and work in conjunction with the security applications that are already present in the network.
Page 131 6. Identify the TCP ports that are enabled and available on the DV-IP Server, enter the same number in the To and From values if a single port is required Note: If you attempt to use a port that is not in the list, even if you have a valid IP address you will not gain access to the unit.
Page 132: Tcp Ports
This identifies the default ports and their functionality that is supported on the unit. The following are the default port settings supported on the DV-IP Server; this is shown on the Firewall page menu. Alternatively it is possible to identify the supported ports and also determine who is connected to the DV- IP Server via a telnet session.
Page 133: Ip Address Range And Subnet
0 – 3 192.168.3.1/31 255.255.255.254 0 - 1 Important Note: A host cannot be allocated an IP address of 0 or 255, which means there are really only up to 254 host addresses available in the example. Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 125...
Page 134: How To Enable System Logs
2. If connect/dial using PPP has been configured within the alarm and VMD pages enabling this option will log all the PPP actions 3. If the DV-IP Server has been configured to transmit file to an FTP server enabling this function will log all FTP transactions 4.
Page 135: How To Enable And Configure Watermarking
How to Enable and Configure Watermarking The DV-IP Server supports the facility to watermark recorded images. It is also possible to produce a watermark certificate which proves that an image has not been altered or tampered with; this is achieved with the allocation of a unique MD5 signature which will change if the image files are changed.
Page 136 This should form part of the customer security procedure regarding incidents. Function Description Start Date and time This is the start time and date for the time period of interest Page 128 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 137: How To Enable And Configure The Webcamera Functionality
How to Enable and Configure the Webcamera functionality Any of the video inputs on the DV-IP Server can be made available to be transmitted to a webserver via FTP. These images can then be incorporated into a web page and accessed via a standard web browser.
Page 138 Theme Parks that again use the DV-IP Sever for their site security but link some of the cameras to the Internet site to allow potential visitors to gauge how busy the Park is and when they should visit. This section has been divided into:...
Page 139 To enable the webcam connection information: 1. Enable the single FTP session so the FTP link from the DV-IP Server to the FTP server is permanently up. If this is not enabled then an FTP session will need to be established every time...
Page 140 2. Enable batch transfer and images will be transmitted to the FTP Server in a ‘batch’, e.g. the DV-IP Server will take ‘snap shots’ from video inputs 1, 2, 4 and send these in a single batch to the FTP Server.
Page 141 Description Single FTP session This avoids login/logout procedure for each image that is transmitted to the FTP Server. The DV-IP Server will remain connected and logged in to the ISP until the connection is disabled Batch transfer This will transfer all camera images in one batch. If this is selected then the update...
Page 142: Dv-Ip Server Tools
It will give the RGB values of the selected image. It is possible to select any of the video inputs on the DV-IP Server to view the video contents. It is also possible to select the resolution of the image and compare the RGB levels.
Page 143 Function Description Video Input This is a drop down list of the available video inputs on the DV-IP Server Resolution This is a drop down list allowing selection of the resolution being viewed/traced (high, medium and low) Input Path This is a drop down list allowing selection between free use or preselector 1 – 4 V and H Position When a line of video is selected this identifies the vertical and horizontal position.
Page 144: Audio Trace
Description Audio Line Out This will produce a trace of the audio out line on the DV-IP Server. This is represented by a red line Audio Line In This will produce a trace of the audio in line on the DV-IP Server. This is represented by a blue line...
Page 145 If a second additional relay module has been connected to the 485 bus, this allows the relevant relays to be tested Note: The relay will only be initiated when the Save option has been selected Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 137...
Page 146: Watermarking
This page can be used for system diagnostics as it provides a readable overview of the configuration parameters of the DV-IP Server. Any information that has been configured and stored on the Server will be shown on the file. Typical information is;...
Page 147: Reviewing The Dv-Ip Server Logs
Reviewing the DV-IP Server Logs The DV-IP Server can be configured to produce a number of log files, these are for: PPP connections Anonymous FTP connections Illegal file access attempts FTP and telnet users Configuration of these logs is detailed in the Configuration section of this manual. The logs that are generated can be viewed via the web interface on the DV-IP Server.
Page 148: Anonymous Ftp Log
The FTP function on the DV-IP Server is password protected, however it is possible to disable the password allowing any user access to the Server via FTP. If the password is disabled then any user accessing the DV-IP Server will be logged in the Anonymous FTP log.
Page 149: E-Mail Log
Foreign IP 172.16.50.60 Socket no 23, myport 80, hisport 1049 E-mail Log This log holds information on the e-mails sent from the DV-IP Server on receipt of an alarm. It follows the complete transaction from receipt of alarm to acknowledgement that the e-mail has been sent and the SMTP link has been dropped.
Page 150: Sent Message Log
These downloads are logged and stored with the FTP Download Log for future analysis. Logfile The Logfile stores all information on every action that is carried out by the DV-IP Server; when alarms are received and actioned, resets, failed outward bound alarm connections, etc.
Page 151: Logfile Backup
Alarm-Log : Alarm initiated : Zone 1 at 15:11:59 on 24-06-2004 +0100 Connection-Status: request connection for Alarm Reporting at 15:11:59 on 24-06-2004 +0100 Connection-Status : Connection to 172.16.100.12\Ethernet at 15:11:59 on 24-06-2004 +0100 Site-Id: DV-IP-50 Arc-ID: DV-IP-50 System-Status: Local-IP: 172.16.89.50...
Page 152 This is an example of the details that are contained in the logs; this shows an unauthorised user trying to access the DV-IP Server using an FTP connection. Sat Apr 24 05:53:50 2004 (+0100): FTP FAILED LOGIN User: [test] Password: [test] Sat Apr 24 05:53:50 2004 (+0100): Foreign IP 62.214.19.65...
Page 153: Appendix A - Resetting The Dv-Ip Server
Appendix A - Resetting the DV-IP Server Reset using the Web Interface Some features require that the DV-IP Server to be reset for changes to take effect, for example, those held in non-volatile memory. There is a correct procedure when resetting the Server that must be followed: 1.
Page 154: Reset Using Telnet
Reset using Telnet An alternative option for resetting the DV-IP Server is to connect to the unit using telnet. 1. Go to Start -> Run 2. Enter <telnet <IP address of Server>> 3. You will be prompted for a username and password (default dm and telnet) and press return Note: Echo is enabled on the DV-IP Server for telnet.
Page 155: Appendix B - Dv-Ip Server .Ini Files
FTP software you are utilising. 1. Launch the FTP client software 2. You will need to create a site for the FTP link, enter the IP address of the DV-IP Server, enter the FTP username and password 3.
Page 156 4. If the connection is successful you will be issued a connection prompt 5. Click OK 6. You will be presented with the directory structure on the DV-IP Server, locate and select the etc directory in the root drive Page 148...
Page 157 USER.ini, Vidcfg.ini, WEBUSER.ini Highlight the file, click the right mouse key and select Edit The file will be opened and you can edit the information 9. Once you have completed the configuration Save the file Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 149...
Page 158: Structure Of The Files
10. When you close the file you will be prompted to upload the file to the DV-IP Server, select Upload Note: If you are not prompted ensure you upload the file to the DV-IP Server for the configuration to take affect.
Page 159: Modems.ini
0.0.0.0 modems.ini The DV-IP Server supports a number of modems that can be configured in the Serial Port & Telemetry web page, however if a modem is not supported then the configuration and operational information for the modem can be added to the modems.ini file.
Page 160: Paths.ini
Once the associated serial port has been enabled for text in image (refer to the Configuration Section of this manual) it is necessary to enter the relevant information in the paths.ini file so the DV-IP Server is aware or the route (path) of the text information that will be stored with the associated image.
Page 161 When utilising the Connect/Dial on alarm function of the DV-IP Server, it is necessary to identify the receiving station information – profile – so the DV-IP Server is aware of the route the alarm is to take. For Ethernet connectivity this can be carried out using the web interface, for connection via a serial port it is necessary to enter the information in the ‘profiles’...
Page 162: User.ini
If the DV-IP Server has additional storage connected to the SCSI port of the unit it is necessary to enter the configuration information for this unit in the vidcfg.ini file so the DV-IP Server is aware that an external storage device is attached and also the drive structure of the storage unit.
Page 163 # Drive l to Z = SCSI Drive ID-0 to 7 LUN-0 to LUN-7 # DV-IP will support up to Drive letter Z # Note:- If multiple logical unit numbers (LUN) are used within the SCSI ID, the DV-IP will automatically offset the logical drives between drive letters L to Z.
Page 164: Webuser.ini
DV-IP Server. It also contains the username and password for the DV-IP Viewer software and the ability to identify which mode of operation can be accessed by a user (live or replay) and which cameras the user can access.
Page 165: Editing .Ini Files Using Dv-Ip Backup Utility
4. Select the new folder in the folder site tree, the Connections Option page will be displayed. Enter the name, IP address, Site ID of the DV-IP Server. The Site ID must be the same as the Name of the Server. If used with alarms the name and SITE ID must match the name in the alarm connection...
Page 166 8. Select the Backup program, the folder that has been created will be displayed. Highlight the folder. Disable the Application and webpages option 9. Select OK, the files from the DV-IP Server will be downloaded to the local drive of your PC Page 158...
Page 167 11. Using a text editing package such as Notepad open the relevant file for editing. The files are located in C:\Program Files\DV-IP\Backups, a folder would have been automatically generated for the downloaded files, this will be made up of : <Unit name>_<day/month/year>_<hour/minute/seconds>...
Page 168 13. Select Restore, the folder that was created earlier in this process will be displayed, highlight and select OK 14. The files will be automatically uploaded to the DV-IP Server, when the process has finished select Done Note: If only a small number of the files have been edited it is possible to delete all the other files in the directory and upload the changes files only.
Page 169 17. Enter the username and password (default dm=telnet) to open a telnet session with the unit, and type <reset> to reset the unit and initialise the edited files. Note: Echo is enabled on the Server Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 161...
Page 170: Appendix C - Port Assignment On The Dv-Ip Server
Appendix C – Port Assignment on the DV-IP Server Port Allocation It is possible to identify specific ports that will be used for functionality supported on the DV-IP Server. These functions are: Telnet HTTP Telemetry Control Audio Debug Some of these ports have default settings that will link to the default settings of a standard network infrastructure, e.g.
Page 171 Using a telnet session it is possible to telnet to a specific port to obtain debug information, for example at the DV-IP prompt enter: Telnet <IP address or DV-IP Server> 5201 This will download debug information on the Engineering port, the following is an example of the...
Page 172: Appendix D - Dv-Ip Server Serial And Network Cables
Appendix D – DV-IP Server Serial and Network Cables DM RS232 Debug Cable (supplied) The RS232 Debug cable can be used to connect the PC serially to the DV-IP Server for configuration using a terminal application (such as HyperTerminal Colour Code...
Page 173: Straight-Through Network Cable
Straight-through Network Cable A straight through network cable connects hosts to network devices; PC to switch, DV-IP Server to Switch. Colour Code Pin Assignment White/Orange Transmit (+) Orange/White Transmit (-) White/Green Receive (+) Blue/White Not used White/Blue Not used Green/White...
Page 174: Dm 485 Bus Cable (Supplied)
The DM 485 Bus cable is supplied for connectivity to peripheral DM devices such as Alarm Modules and Relay Modules. Colour Code Pin Assignment White Not used Black Ground 485 bus data A Green 485 bus data B Yellow Ground Blue +8V d.c. Supply Page 166 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 175: Cross Over Network Cable
Cross Over Network Cable A cross over network cable is used to connect hosts to hosts or network equipment to network equipment, switch to router, PC to DV-IP Server. Colour Code Pin Assignment White/Orange Transmit (+) Orange/White Transmit (-) White/Green...
Page 176: Dm Rs232 Null Modem Cable
The null modem cable can be used to connect ancillary devices that require ‘handshaking’ such as modems, GSM, etc. Colour Code Pin Assignment Not used Not used Ground Not used Not used Not used Not used Page 168 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 177: Nokia 30 Cable
Nokia 30 Cable This cable is for use from the Server to the modem only. DV-IP Server Pin Nokia 30 Pin Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 169...
Page 178: Appendix E - Ip Address Range And Subnets
Appendix E – IP Address Range and Subnets It is possible to set a range of IP address within the Firewall that will have access to the DV-IP Server. The following details how the address range and subsequent subnet is calculated and can be used in conjunction with the Configuration section of this manual.
Page 179: Classes Of Networks
This shows that the first octet masked by the subnet which identifies the Network ID and the remaining 3 octets are the Host ID’s. Which means that we can have 127 (0 to 126) networks each with up to 16,777,216 hosts. Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 171...
Page 180: Class B
There are two ways an IP address can be written; 132.1.1.23 255.255.0.0 132.1.1.23/16 - which identifies that the first 16 bits (2 octets) are the Network ID Both addresses are the same they are just written in a different format. Page 172 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 181: Class C
The following tables show the format for each Class (A, B, C), they include the IP address and number of bits allocated to the network address, equivalent subnet mask, IP address range and number of hosts. Use these tables to assist you in entering the correct information. Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 173...
Page 182: Class A Table
10.1.1.1/9 255.128.0.0 10.1.1.0 – 10.127.255.255 10.1.1.1/10 255.192.0.0 10.1.1.0 – 10.63.255.255 10.1.1.1/11 255.224.0.0 10.1.1.0 – 10.31.255.255 10.1.1.1/12 255.240.0.0 10.1.1.0 – 10.15.255.255 10.1.1.1/13 255.248.0.0 10.1.1.0 – 10.7.255.255 10.1.1.1/14 255.252.0.0 10.1.1.0 – 10.3.255.255 10.1.1.1/15 255.254.0.0 10.1.1.0 – 10.1.255.255 Page 174 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 183: Class B Table
128.1.1.19 255.255.128.0 128.1.1.0 – 128.1.127.255 128.1.1.1/10 255.255.192.0 128.1.1.0 – 128.1.63.255 128.1.1.1/11 255.255.224.0 128.1.1.0 – 128.1.31.255 128.1.1.1/12 255.255.240.0 128.1.1.0 – 128.1.15.255 128.1.1.1/3 255.255.248.0 128.1.1.0 – 128.1.7.255 128.1.1.1/14 255.255.252.0 128.1.1.0 – 128.1.3.255 128.1.1.1/15 255.255.254.0 128.1.1.0 – 128.1.1.255 Dedicated Micros Ltd Page 175...
Page 184: Class C Table
192.168.3.1/25 255.255.255.128 192.168.3.0 – 192.168.3.127 192.168.3.1/26 255.255.255.192 192.168.3.0 – 192.168.3.63 192.168.3.1/27 255.255.255.224 192.168.3.0 – 192.168.3.31 192.168.3.1/28 255.255.255.240 192.168.3.0 – 192.168.3.15 192.168.3.1/29 255.255.255.248 192.168.3.0 – 192.168.3.7 192.168.3.1/30 255.255.255.252 192.168.3.0 – 192.168.3.3 192.168.3.1/31 255.255.255.254 192.168.3.0 – 192.168.3.1 Page 176 Dedicated Micros Ltd...
Page 185: Appendix F - Sms Message Format
SMS Commands These are messages that are sent to the DV-IP Server to force an event to be triggered on the Server. These messages can be sent from a mobile phone or an Internet Service Provider (ISP) supporting SMS messaging.
Page 186: Sms Reports
The ‘events’ that will initiate this function are configured within the DV-IP Server configuration web pages. Startup An SMS message will be sent from the DV-IP Server to the receiving station when the DV-IP Server ‘starts up’. STARTUP?<name>&<time>&<IP address>&<latitude>&<longitude>&<zone> name...
Page 187: Alarm
This parameter is not relevant to the DV-IP Server and included to support other Dedicated Micros platforms camera This is the video input number that is directly associated with the alarm on the DV-IP Server title This is the alarm title allocated to the alarm that forced the SMS message...
Page 188: Vmd
This parameter is not relevant to the DV-IP Server and included to support other Dedicated Micros platforms camera This is the video input number that is directly associated with the alarm on the DV-IP Server vmd zone VMD zones are configured on the DV-IP Server, this identifies the zone that has...
Page 189: Camfail
Camfail This report will be generated if the DV-IP Server identifies that any of the video inputs does not have a 1V peak-to-peak signal. CAMFAIL?<name>&<time>&<lat>&<long>&<speed>&<course>&<zone>&<upper>&<lower> name This is the system name configured on the DV-IP Server time This is the local julian time of the message. The julian time is the number of seconds since 00:00:01 hour on January 1 1970.
Page 190: Additional Information
Allows the security password for debug mode to be enabled (pass)or disable (off) on the DV-IP Server Pass <ESC> m\set\bs8418\on Allows the BS8418 functionality supported on the DV-IP Server to be enabled via the command line. Note: This is usually enabled within the web configuration pages ipcfg...
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