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  • Page 1 AiP-D6 HD IP VIDEO DECODER INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Introduction This model is a standalone 4-channel HD IP Decoder AiP-D that can display live video and remotely playback video from multiple NVR’s and DVR’s. This model can decode live video or recorded video clips of DVR’s/NVR’s via the TCP/IP network to form part of a video wall. The virtual matrix feature stores the IP addresses of the cameras and video decoders in a database, making access and identification quick and easy.
  • Page 3 Trademarks and registered trademarks  Microsoft, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S and/or other countries.  Adobe and Adobe PDF are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S and/or other countries. ...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents page User Guide ............................5 Chapter 1: Basic Operation ........................ 5 1.1 HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D rear panel ................5 1.2 Remote control ........................6 1.3 Keyboard ..........................7 1.5 Mouse operations ....................... 8 1.6 Menu symbols ........................9 Chapter 2: Camera selection ......................
  • Page 5 1.2 Monitor setup ........................29 1.3 Streaming setup ....................... 30 1.4 Alarm setup ........................31 1.6 System setup ........................36 1.7 PTZ setup ......................... 39 1.8 Virtual matrix ........................41 1.9 DVR/NVR playback by time search ................. 45 Chapter 2: Web-based Viewing/Setup ..................... 46 2.1 Before using Internet browser ..................
  • Page 6: User Guide

    User Guide Chapter 1: Basic Operation 1.1 HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 rear panel Note: Do not connect any devices to ‘Keyboard In’ other than the keyboard as the connection contains 12VDC and may damage other devices. HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D LED Panel...
  • Page 7: Remote Control

    The remote control is a small wireless handheld device with an array of buttons for adjusting settings. The buttons are separated in regions based on their features including operational keys, Pan, Tilt, and Zoom (PTZ) and numerical keys. Video Decoder AiP-D6 remote control operational keys MENU Setup menu...
  • Page 8: Keyboard

    1.3 Keyboard Keyboard controls LCD display – display the keyboard system setup menu and operation information Joystick – 3 axis (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) / 2 axis (Pan/Tilt) Keypad panel – there are 54 keys which can control PTZ, matrix, DVR and telemetry receivers Power indicator Alarm indicator...
  • Page 9: Mouse Operations

    Set – enter setup menu mode 13. ENT – enter or confirm data ESC – exit programming Alarm reset – reset alarms and video 14. Wiper/lens loss alarms 15. Spray Keyboard lock – press for 2 seconds 16. Light/C.ESC to enter locking mode, press again to 17.
  • Page 10: Menu Symbols

    Left mouse click Right mouse click Mouse scroll Note: The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D Touch can be controlled via multiple methods; a) keyboard, b) IR remote control, c) touch screen monitor or d) USB mouse. For the purpose of this manual, USB mouse and touch screen will be referred to as one operation where applicable, “Touch screen monitor/mouse”...
  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Camera Selection

    Chapter 2: Camera selection a. Via remote control To select multiple screen views press To select a single full screen view, enter the numerical value of the camera, e.g. for camera 3, press ‘03’. b. Via keyboard To select multiple screen views, press To select a single full screen view, enter the numerical value followed by the cam button, e.g.
  • Page 12: Chapter 4: Freeze

    To return to live view click once anywhere on the image Chapter 4: Freeze The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 can freeze screen images in live and playback modes. Whilst frozen the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 is still recording.
  • Page 13: Chapter 5: Ptz

    Via touch screen monitor/ mouse Select required channel Select menu button, press PTZ icon Use the below controls to navigate the PTZ. The red joystick can be dragged to navigate the image Press ‘ESC’ to return to menu HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 14: Chapter 6: Audio

    Press ‘audio’ on remote control again to disable live audio For all other methods, mute volume to disable audio Note: ACUMEN's AiD series, and AiP cameras 2MP and 3MP with audio models are supported. DVR/NVR playback is also supported. Chapter 7: Playback 7.1 Accessing playback...
  • Page 15: Select Time And Date For Playback

    Navigate time frame via pressing desired period Use mouse to enter time and date in time search bar using the scroll wheel or up and down arrows on screen To start playback, press OK icon HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 16: Playback Controls

    Use keyboard keys to play, stop, or pause to rewind. Use to fast forward Press once for 2x and subsequent press to increase speed For step rewind/ step fast-forward press ‘pause’ then use your controller keys move frames HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 17: Chapter 8: Alarm Management

    To scroll through alarm events use up and down direction on joystick Choose alarm event and press ‘enter’ Use up and down direction on joystick to select recorded event Use right and left direction on joystick to select action HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 18: Chapter 9: Backup / Export

    Recordings will export to the USB flash disk. b. Via keyboard Once the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 is in DVR/NVR playback mode, press on REC button. Recordings will export to the USB flash disk. c. Via touch screen monitor Once the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 is DVR/NVR playback mode, press USB button.
  • Page 19: Chapter 10: Event

    Use left and rights keys to locate the event manager icon Press ‘enter’ to select c. Via touch screen/mouse To access event manager press the menu icon Scroll through the menu to locate the event manager icon Press ‘enter’ to select HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 20: Chapter 11: Basic Web-Based Browser Viewing

    For first time Backup Manager users, please follow the onscreen instructions. Backup Manager allows you to complete the following actions:  Playback exported files  Complete an FTP download  Convert already downloaded files HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 21: Playback Exported Files

    Highlight the desired time from the left hand tree Press play and use the controls at the top to navigate through playback to change the screen view 12.2 FTP Download Open Backup Manager Click file > Add NDR HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 22: Convert Already Downloaded Files

    Once the address has been added it will remain stored for future use Highlight your HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 from the left hand bar and click connect A download panel will then appear. This means the Backup Manager programme is communicating with your HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 gathering all recorded data.
  • Page 23: Quick Installation Guide

    This guide has been designed to provide a basic overview of key installation processes. If you require more detailed instructions, please refer to the full installation guide that follows this section Chapter 1: Rear Panel 1.1 HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 rear view 1. RJ-45 Keyboard In 5. Alarm I/Os 2.
  • Page 24: Chapter 3: Network Settings

    Ensure static is displayed under IP mode Enter your IP address and subnet mask range Note: The installed AiP cameras must be set to the same IP range as the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 AiP-D4. HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 25: Chapter 4: Adding Cameras

    Select camera from the left hand options Select WS discovery The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 will now search the network for installed cameras Select ‘Get Snap’ to make camera identification easier Assign the relevant cameras to a channel by selecting channel number in right hand camera...
  • Page 26: Menu Configuration

    A user can enter up to 16 characters for a camera name. To setup the camera name, type the characters using the virtual keyboard and then press the Enter Virtual keyboard: 1.1-3 Camera source HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 27 To setup a camera channel, you can select IP cam, demo video or no IP connection from this setting HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 28 You can also use WS-Discovery for automatic IP address setup. 1.1-5 AiP camera HTTP port By default, the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 AiP camera ‘HTTP’ port is set to 80. This can be changed if required. 1.1-6 Video RTSP port By default, the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 AiP camera ‘RTSP’...
  • Page 29 IP address 1.1-9 Camera Disable (Secured Recording Channel) Channel enable feature can disable the live video of a camera The channel can still perform video recording HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 30: Monitor Setup

    1.2 Monitor setup For setting up HDMI and backlight saving, follow these instructions Note: Certified HDMI cable at 2M is highly recommended for connecting HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 to a monitor. 1.2-1. Video advance Video advance enables you to set the brightness, contrast, and saturation of a HDMI LCD...
  • Page 31: Streaming Setup

    Use the directional arrows to select camera you wish to configure 1.3-2 Resolution The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 can provide full HD or SD (D1) quality recording solutions To change the recording resolution, use Left / Right arrows. Warning: The IP network camera must support HD resolution video streaming for HD streaming.
  • Page 32: Alarm Setup

    1.3-3 Streaming advance The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 is limited to a maximum of 24 MBPS (4 Channel) network throughput. For managing network bandwidth, use Streaming Advance. Each camera can be set to the desired bit rate and frame rate. HD settings are for full screen streaming whilst SD relates to multi view display and recording.
  • Page 33 1.4-2 Alarm input type The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 alarm inputs can be configured as normal open (N/O), normal close (N/C), or AiP camera where the alarm signal from an AiP camera activates the alarm. 1.4-3 Motion enable ‘Motion Enable’ enables motion alarm recording, after the motion detection area (‘Motion Area Setup’) has been set.
  • Page 34 To enable this feature, you must type in the email account information. 1.4-8 FTP setup HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 is capable of alarm snapshot to an FTP server. To enable this feature, you must type in the relevant FTP account information. 1.5 Network setup...
  • Page 35 Port 3100 (video port) 1.5-9 FTP Port Number HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 has a built-in FTP server. The FTP service is also used by Backup Manager.exe. Backup Manager can manage all the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 playback clips via a network.
  • Page 36 If your HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 has Internet access it will automatically try and register at www.ddnsipcam.com. It will automatically use the last 6 digits of the HD IP Video Decoder AiP- D4 MAC address as the host name.
  • Page 37: System Setup

    Press enter to set Date/Time on the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D4 . The display format can also be set here. If a Keyboard is connected time Sync can be set, the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 will then sync its time from the keyboard every 15 minutes. Or a NTP (network time protocol) server can be selected.
  • Page 38 1.6-4 Remote device ID for remote control Each HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 can be assigned a unique ID to be accessed by the remote controller. With a unique ID set, the remote controller issues commands to a particular HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 device.
  • Page 39 Import setup Select ‘Import Setup’ and press Enter. The configuration of the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 is updated based on the system file Firmware and kernel version Version menu item indicates the current version number of the HD IP Video Decoder 1.6-6 Language...
  • Page 40: Ptz Setup

    1.6-8 USB Storage Information To detect the USB storage information status and format function. 1.7 PTZ setup The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 can control RS-485 PTZ or IP PTZ cameras. To setup PTZ connection, follow these instructions: 1.7-1 Camera select Use the directional arrows to select the camera you wish to edit 1.7-2 PTZ transport...
  • Page 41 PTZ camera’s settings. Position Use the joystick/controller to adjust the preset PTZ to your desired location Iris and auto iris Adjust these settings as required Focus and auto focus Adjust these settings as required HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 42: Virtual Matrix

    This enables the user to access the PTZ menus using the connected keyboard 1.8 Virtual matrix Unlike traditional matrices, the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 's virtual matrix is wired via one single RJ-45 cable. Traditional matrix can display live video from cameras on few monitors.
  • Page 43 The IP addresses of the DVR/NVR's and AiP cameras can be pre programmed to allow for quick recall. For remote playback, the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 can connect to the DVR/NVR. DVR's, NVR's and AiP camera's can be grouped in terms of the geographical location or camera function to allow for quick recall.
  • Page 44 IP address of the AiP camera device HTTP HTTP port number of the AiP camera device Username Username of the AiP camera Password Username of the AiP camera Admin (default password pass) Guest (default password guest) 1.8-3 DVR/NVR menu operations HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 45 1.8-5 AiP camera menu operations Default button Reset all IP addresses back to default from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.0.255. Scan Scan all IP addresses of DVR/NVRs within a network. HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 46: Dvr/Nvr Playback By Time Search

    Once in live mode of the AiP camera, press ‘Close’ to exit live mode or press ‘Pause’ to pause the live video. 1.9 DVR/NVR playback by time search Press ‘Play’ to invoke the time search window. Enter the date and time you wish to search for. HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 47: Chapter 2: Web-Based Viewing/Setup

    To return back to live mode, press ‘Live’ button. To perform video backup, press ‘USB’ for video backup. Chapter 2: Web-based Viewing/Setup There are two ways of remotely accessing the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6: Via a network through your Internet browser Via AIM software (for AIM setup see AIM manual) Live monitoring, menu setup, video playback, and file backup can be done via your Internet browser.
  • Page 48: Logon

    Type in the IP address of the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D4 into the HTTP address box via YOUR Internet browser A log on screen will appear, enter your user name and password Once entered the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 home page will appear: HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 49: Configuring The Hd Ip Video Decoder Aip-D Via Web Page

    2.3 Configuring the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 via web page Features of the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 main menu system can be configured via web interface. Features such as camera, alarm, recording, network, and backup can all be set up remotely 2.3-1 Camera setting...
  • Page 50  Authentication—option for user and password authentication  Email Account—senders email account  Email Password—senders email account’s password  JPEG File—option for the enable JPEG file attachment  Email Test—simple the Email function testing HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 51 Firmware: firmware version of the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6  Remocon ID: addressable HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 ID for multiple HD IP Video Decoder’s remote control using remote controller and RS-485 keyboard  Language: language selection of the HD IP Video Decoder ...
  • Page 52 Device ID—HD IP Video Decoder AiP- D6 ID/RS-485 ID  Last Reboot Time – last time the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 was rebooted  Kernel— OS version of the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 53: Chapter 3: Keyboard Operations

    2.3-7-4 Firmware update This HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 is set to perform firmware upgrade via network. Once the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 receives the firmware, it will perform a firmware upgrade automatically. After finishing the firmware update, the HTML page will reload. The user can then continue to operate the HD IP Video Decoder.
  • Page 54: Dvr/Nvr Playback

    Fast Forward: Fast Forward the video Fast rewind: Rewind the video Stop: Stop the video and return to playback menu. Record/Stop Record: Stop the operation Select various split display modes on live and playback displays HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 55: Live Video Of Aip Camera Feature Via Hd Ip Video Decoder

    Focus far IRIS small IRIS large Auto Pan Recall a Preset To recall a preset point of a PTZ device, press number key followed by preset key. Example #1: Recall 16 preset of camera #21. HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 56: Appendix A Keyboard Connection

    1.1 Connection between a HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 and a RS-485 keyboard Directly connect the keyboard to HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 using an RJ-45 cable. The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 provides 12V DC for the keyboard. There is no need to connect to a power adapter.
  • Page 57: Rs-485 Input And Output Pin Assignment

    1.3 One HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 receives the video of DVR/NVRs and AiP cameras Appendix B 1. RS-485 Input and Output Pin Assignment Terminal Name RS-485 – Out Link Keyboard RS-485 + Out Link Keyboard 12V + DC input 2.
  • Page 58: Appendix C Supported Usb Flash Disk

    HD IP Video Decoder . It is not recommend that you connect AiP cameras AiP-D4 via the Internet due to bandwidth issues. If connecting AiP cameras via the Internet is essential, please use RTP/HTTP protocol. HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Manual...
  • Page 59 Answer: Yes, the HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 provides unicode for camera names. To do so, login to HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 settings via a browser and open Camera Name section. Here you can edit your unicode camera name.
  • Page 60 (SD). D1 and VGA resolutions are SD streaming. 1080P and 720P resolutions are HD streaming. The HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 does not support streaming above 1080P such as 3MP and 5MP streamings. For 3MP and 5MP AiP cameras, please lower the resolution to 1080P or 2MP.
  • Page 61: Specification

    Specification H.264 1080P Real-Time HD IP Video Decoder AiP-D6 Specification Models HD Video Decoder IP Video Supports Network camera, network speed dome, and video server IP video input Up to 4 Channel 1080P Network throughput 24 MBPS Matrix Video Input...

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