Summary of Contents for Wirepath WPS-300-ENC-4IP
- Page 1 WPS-300-ENC-4IP 4 Channel Encoder Installation and User’s Manual Review manual thoroughly before installation. Retain for future reference.
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Page 2: 1- Important Safety Instructions
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 1- Important Safety Instructions WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Keep for future reference. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual Table of Contents 1- Important Safety Instructions ...................... 2 2- Manual Overview .......................... 6 3- Required Items for Installation ....................6 4- Package Contents ......................... 6 5- Optional Accessories ........................7 5.1-Power Supplies ........................7 5.2-Wiring Accessories ....................... 7 6- Encoder Overview ........................ - Page 4 WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 11- Additional Configuration ......................20 1-Upgrade the Firmware ......................20 2-Configure Motion Detection Areas ..................20 3-Configure Encoder for Remote Access ................. 21 12- Configuration Menu Operation ....................22 12.1-System Information ......................22 12.1.1-Server Information ..........................22 12.1.2-Time Settings ............................
- Page 5 WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 13- Mobile App Access ........................33 14- Specifications ..........................34 15- Dimensions ..........................36 16- Warranty ............................37 17- Contacting Technical Support ....................37 18- Technical Information Glossary ....................38 18.1-Constant vs. Variable Bit Rate ..................38 18.2-RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol) ................
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Page 6: 2- Manual Overview
TOC which can also be used to link to sections. 3- Required Items for Installation The following items are required during the installation of a Wirepath™ IP Encoder. It is recommended that these items are prepared in advance to ensure that the installation can be performed smoothly. -
Page 7: 5- Optional Accessories
18 Output Power Supply - 12V DC, 18A - PTC Fuses 5.2- Wiring Accessories In addition to mounts and power supplies, Wirepath offers a full line of accessories to easily send power, audio, and video over 2 conductors of Cat5 wiring back to the head end. -
Page 8: 6- Encoder Overview
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 6- Encoder Overview 6.1- Features H.264/ MJPEG/MPEG4 Quadruple Stream Optimization Simultaneously stream the compression that makes sense for the application: H.264 - most efficient / highest compression MPEG4 – mobile streaming compression MJPEG - Each frame is encoded separately like a series of snapshots ... -
Page 9: Encoder Connections And Controls
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 6.2- Encoder Connections and Controls 6.2.1- Front Panel SD Card Slot Insert an SD Card for Recording Video Events. Alarm In, RS485, and Relay Connections Connections for Alarm IN, RS485 control, and Relay In & Out. Network LED Flickers indicating Network activity. -
Page 10: 3-Control Connections
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 6.2.3- Control Connections Alarm Connections Connect to motion sensors, or door switches or other devices to trigger an event for a particular camera. Configuration is required; see section 12.11-I/O Settings. Max Voltage: 33v DC 50mA Relay Connections Connect to devices to control from the GUI, or when an event occurs. -
Page 11: Factory Reset
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 6.3- Factory Reset The Encoder can be reset to Factory Defaults when communication is lost or if all settings need to be cleared. Note: This will erase all setting on the Encoder, we recommend that a backup file of the settings be saved prior to performing a reset. -
Page 12: Main Encoder Interface
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 6.4- Main Encoder Interface Note: The Encoder requires configuration before accessing for the first time. See sections 9-IP Installer Software 10-Initial Configuration before opening the browser. 6.4.1- Accessing the Encoder Note: IE 8.0 or higher is required to access the Encoder; other browsers are not supported at this time. -
Page 13: 3-Live View Controls
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 6.4.3- Live View Controls 6.4.3.1- Top of Screen Single Image View Displays the stream from the Encoder that is currently selected in Grid view. 4 Encoder Grid Displays the streams from 4 Encoders as a grid. Video Expands the Encoders image to Full Screen, Press ESC or Double click on Full Screen image to return to Live View screen. -
Page 14: 7- System Diagram Considerations
Power 7.1- Placing the Encoder The WPS-300-ENC-4IP Encoders contain vents for cooling; these vents should not be blocked in order to maintain proper device operation. A minimum of 3” of free space is required on the sides and rear of the unit to maintain proper air flow. -
Page 15: 8- Installation
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 8- Installation 1. Place the Encoder See section 7.1-Placing the Encoder for important guidelines on placing the encoder. 2. Install the SD Card (Optional) The SD Card slot is located on the front of the encoder. 3. Connect The Encoder to the System... -
Page 16: 9- Ip Installer Software
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 9- IP Installer Software The IP Installer software provides a quick view of Wirepath™ IP Surveillance devices connected to local network. This software is required for initial setup of any Wirepath™ IP Surveillance device. Recommendation: Before starting any configuration or service of Wirepath™ IP devices, we recommend that the latest version of the IP Installer is downloaded from www.SnapAV.com to ensure that all functionality is available. -
Page 17: 10- Initial Configuration
Note: Any data displayed in these fields should be replaced with information obtained from the network admin to ensure they are set properly. H. Assign a name to the Encoder that will identify it easily when using the IP Installer or configuring a Wirepath™ NVR, and for recordings, or captured images. -
Page 18: 6-Change The Administrator Password
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 6- Change the Administrator Password Now that the Encoder is visible on the network, we recommend that the administrator password is changed from the default to prevent unwanted access. See section 12.2-User Management for details on the features used in this step. -
Page 19: 9-Configure User Accounts To Access The Encoder
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 9- Configure User Accounts to Access the Encoder There are 2 levels of users, Administrator which is the default admin account, and guest accounts. The name of the admin account cannot be changed, and is the only account that can be set as an administrator. An unlimited number of guest accounts can be added that can view can control the function of the Encoder, but will not be able to modify any of the Encoders settings. -
Page 20: 11- Additional Configuration
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 11- Additional Configuration Recommendation: While the Encoder can be configured remotely from outside the local network, operation can be slow. We strongly recommend that the bulk of configuration be performed via the local network to avoid slow response times. -
Page 21: 3-Configure Encoder For Remote Access
B.5- Click Apply at the bottom to save the settings. Note: If installing multiple Encoders, this step only needs to be completed once. After that, each Wirepath™ Surveillance Encoder can be accessed using the same Hostname and each Encoder’s uniquely assigned port number. -
Page 22: 12- Configuration Menu Operation
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12- Configuration Menu Operation 12.1- System Information This menu displays important information about the Encoder’s network settings, and allows for setting items such as language, Date, and Time. 12.1.1- Server Information Displays information about the Encoder’s MAC Address, allows for entering a name to easily identify the Encoder, and selecting a language for the GUI. -
Page 23: User Management
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.2- User Management There are 2 levels of users: Administrator which is the default Admin account, and Guest accounts. The Admin account is the only account that can be set as an administrator. An unlimited number of guest accounts can be added. -
Page 24: Ip Settings
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.4- IP Settings 12.4.1- IP Assignment Allows for configuration of the Encoder’s network settings for IP communication. We recommend that this information is provided by the network administrator to avoid address conflicts with other devices on the network. -
Page 25: 3-Upnp Settings
The ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) standard is used by IP surveillance for communication across devices from various manufacturers. This setting does not require configuration when being used with Wirepath™ IP surveillance devices. See section 18.3-ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface) for more details. -
Page 26: Server Settings
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.5- Server Settings 12.5.1- FTP Settings When an FTP server is configured, recorded video and snapshot files can be stored on the server for later access. Contact the network administrator for FTP server information. FTP Site address. This is usually the same as one would use to access the FTP Server FTP site from a browser or FTP client. -
Page 27: Ddns
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.6- DDNS 12.6.1- DDNS Settings DDNS (Dynamic DNS) maps Internet Domain Names to an IP through services like Wirepathdns.com. When configured, the Encoder is available remotely via a simple easy to remember name such as JonesIPEncoder.Wirepathdns.com Configuring DDNS is not required for remote access, but avoids having to pay for and remember a static IP address from the ISP. -
Page 28: Video Settings
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.8- Video Settings The Encoder supports up to 4 streams that can be used for streaming to a mobile device, network recorder, control system GUI, or the browser GUI simultaneously. While the highest quality is desired, it may not be supported by the network or device, and will also have a larger storage size. -
Page 29: 2-Streaming 3
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual Video Format While the default of H.264 is most efficient and will work in most cases; some devices that access Streaming 1 or Streaming 2 video streams may not support this format. For example, mobile devices, and automation system GUIs sometimes do not support H.264. -
Page 30: Event Settings
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.10- Event Settings 12.10.1- Motion Detection Provides up to 3 areas to select for detecting motion on the Encoder. When configured, an action such as recording video, taking a snapshot or series of snapshots, and/or sending email notification can be performed after the motion is detected. -
Page 31: 6-Network Ip Check
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.10.6- Network IP Check IP Check When enabled, the Encoder will periodically ping the address entered into the IP Address box below. IP Address Enter an IP Address or website URL to ping for checking connectivity. Interval Select the time between pings to the entered IP Address or URL. -
Page 32: Sd Card
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 12.13- SD Card Use this menu to set the amount of days of recording to store on an installed SD Card. Auto Deletion No data on the SD Card will be deleted by the Encoder. If the SD Card becomes full, no further data can be recorded. -
Page 33: 13- Mobile App Access
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 13- Mobile App Access Use your computer, or FREE iPhone®, native iPad®, or Android, Smartphone Apps to view cameras connected to the Encoder while at the office or on the go. Details on setup and operation can be found @ www.SnapAV.com. -
Page 34: 14- Specifications
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 14- Specifications System Video Resolution NTSC: 720x480, 704x480, 352x240, 176x144 Video In BNC x 4 Video Looping Input BNC x 4 Audio In Audio Out 4 in/ 4 Relay out (COM. & N.O. & N.C.) Relay Out: DC 24V@1A AC 120V@0.5A... - Page 35 WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual Backup Management Recording Trigger Motion Detection, IP Ping failure, Network disconnect, Relay SD Card Support Yes, up to 32GB(Class 10) Client System Requirement Windows 7, 2000, XP, 2003, Microsoft IE 6.0 or above Mobile Support iOS 4.3 or above, Android 1.6 or above.
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Page 36: 15- Dimensions
WPS-300-ENC-4IP Installation Manual 15- Dimensions 8.0in. 8.6in. 2.1in. Pg. 36 © 2013 Wirepath™ Surveillance... -
Page 37: 16- Warranty
This warranty shall not apply to products which have been abused, modified, disassembled or improperly installed. Products to be repaired under this warranty must be returned to Wirepath™ Surveillance or a designated service center with prior notification and an assigned return authorization number (RA). -
Page 38: 18- Technical Information Glossary
RTSP in our IP cameras allows the direct control of the stream from within the camera. This technology enables Wirepath™ products to stream video to devices even if they can’t support any of our remote viewing apps. - Page 40 © 2013 Wirepath™ Surveillance 130228-1229...