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Vicon 262-00-06 Installation Manual

H264-16ch-encdr 16-channel video encoder
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Installation Guide
XX262-00-06
H264-16CH-ENCDR 16-Channel
Video Encoder
Vicon Industries Inc.
Tel: 631-952-2288 Fax: 631-951-2288 Toll Free: 800-645-9116
24-Hour Technical Support: 800-34-VICON (800-348-4266) UK: 44/(0) 1489-566300
Vicon Industries Inc. does not warrant that the functions contained in this equipment will meet your requirements or that the
operation will be entirely error free or perform precisely as described in the documentation. This system has not been designed
to be used in life-critical situations and must not be used for this purpose.
www.vicon-security.com
Document Number: 8009-8262-00-06
Issued: 1014
Product specifications subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 2014 Vicon Industries Inc. All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 24-Hour Technical Support: 800-34-VICON (800-348-4266) UK: 44/(0) 1489-566300 Vicon Industries Inc. does not warrant that the functions contained in this equipment will meet your requirements or that the operation will be entirely error free or perform precisely as described in the documentation. This system has not been designed to be used in life-critical situations and must not be used for this purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Technical Information Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty Vicon, ViconNet, and their logos are registered trademarks of Vicon Industries Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other company and brand products and service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective...

  • Page 4: General

    Note on Latest Software: The latest software tools for the H264-16CH-ENCDR, including VNSetup, can be found on the Vicon website, www.vicon-security.com, on the product page Be sure the ViconNet Workstation meets the minimum requirements, is running the ViconNet application (minimum version 6.6SP2; VNSetup, minimum version 3.71) and has the proper PTZ camera driver.

  • Page 5: Hardware Installation

    Code ANSI/NFPA 70, state and local wiring codes. These units meet requirements for an FCC Class A computing device and CE. Vicon requires the use of line conditioners, voltage regulators and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems in the electrical power service.

  • Page 6: Unpacking And Inspection

    H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Unpacking and Inspection All Vicon equipment is tested and inspected before leaving the factory. It is the carrier’s responsibility to provide suitable delivery. Inspect the cartons upon delivery and, if damage is present, make detailed notes on the carrier’s bill.

  • Page 7: Quick Installation

    H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Quick Installation SD Card and Speakers for future use Use 24 VAC power OR PoE...

  • Page 8: Unit Components

    H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Unit Components This section describes the H264-16CH-ENCDR rear and front panels. Rear Panel Connections  PTZ Port: 8-position terminal blocks used to connect simplex RS-422/485 communications. Use star configuration.  RS-232 Port: A 3-position terminal block used for diagnostics (for service use).

  • Page 9: Mounting

    H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Front Panel Indicators The front panel includes LEDs that indicate functionality. A blue LED indicates power, a green LED indicates network connectivity and an orange LED indicates network activity. The amber LED indicates the status of the application;...

  • Page 10: Installing The H264-16Ch-Encdr

    H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Installing the H264-16CH-ENCDR After the unit is mounted permanently, follow the steps in this section to install the hardware.  Step 1: Connecting the Cabling  Step 3: Connecting the Power Supply Important Notes Do not apply power or plug-in the unit to any outlet until instructed to do so.
  • Page 11 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide 2. Locate the camera video input cable(s) near the encoder. Insert the BNC-M plug into the encoder’s BNC-F video (camera) input port(s); 16 BNCs are available. To connect a camera dome/PTZ camera control to the H264-16CH-ENCDR: A star configuration provides multiple communication paths.
  • Page 12 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide To connect an alarm input to the H264-16CH-ENCDR: 1. Locate the alarm cable(s) near the encoder. These wires (pairs) will be connected to the alarm inputs terminal block connections (refer to Figure below). There are eight alarms available. 2.
  • Page 13 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide 3. Connect negative (-) terminal of the relay coil to the relay control terminal block (1-4 on the encoder). 4. Connect the negative (-) terminal of the external power supply to the GND connection on the terminal block. To connect Audio to the H264-16CH-ENCDR: 1.
  • Page 14 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide 1. Place the H264-16CH-ENCDR near the 24 VAC power supply. Connect the 24 VAC power supply to the UPS power receptacle. 2. Connect the UPS power cord to the wall outlet. 3. Power on the UPS and ensure that it is working properly. Note: Refer to your UPS device’s User Manual for details on proper connection.

  • Page 15: Operation

    H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Operation Powering On the Unit To power on the encoder: With the unit set up as shown in Installation, connect the 24 VAC power supply to the H264-16CH-ENCDR or connect PoE (or high PoE) via network cable (RJ-45).
  • Page 16 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide...

  • Page 17: Configuring The Encoder

    H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Configuring the Encoder The latest software tools for the H264-16CH-ENCDR, including VNSetup, can be found on the Vicon website, www.vicon-security.com, on the product page Be sure the ViconNet Workstation meets the minimum requirements, is running the ViconNet application (minimum version 6.6SP2;...
  • Page 18 Configuring the Network Settings Note: Before starting, make sure that VNSetup is installed (version 3.71) on the configuring PC\Workstation. This is available from the Vicon website product page. There are two ways to change the IP encoder network settings: ...
  • Page 19 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Using the VNSetup Utility VNSetup consists of several TABs. Each TAB provides different functionalities. Note Once the H264-16CH-ENCDR Setup is installed, a shortcut is placed on the desktop for future use. 1. Make sure the MAC address and password of the H264-16CH-ENCDR is available.
  • Page 20 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Select TAB The Select TAB allows the user to select the relevant IP Unit in order to change its settings or to upgrade its version. 1. From the Unit selection list, select the relevant IP product. In case of multiple sites, it is advised to use the filter under the Unit Type field.
  • Page 21 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Note You MUST click the Select button to select the unit to the list for further editing; verify that it is added to the list. 5. The selected unit appears on the Selected Unit section on the top of the screen and settings can be changed.
  • Page 22 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Unit Install TAB The Install TAB allows the user to install/upgrade newer versions. Choose the correct version and click Install to send to the selected unit. Install...
  • Page 23 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Info TAB The Info TAB displays the selected IP product general information. Info Advanced TAB The Advanced TAB functionalities allow the user to handle unexpected events on a specific remote unit when they occur. When a problem occurs, the user can choose to Unjam Unit to restart the unit’s firmware, Restart Unit to restart the hardware, Net Defaults to return the initial network settings and Factory Defaults to return to the initial...
  • Page 24 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Advanced Note: If Factory defaults is selected, make sure that Application start status states Application loaded successfully. The screen would look as below. If that is not the case, Enable load will not be grayed out; press the Enable load button.
  • Page 25 Note: when using Multicast, each unit needs to have its own multicast IP. 232.0.0.0 is default. Log Server IP – For use ONLY for technical diagnostics if instructed by Vicon Technical Support. Enter the IP address of the computer on which diagnostics logs are to be saved. 0.0.0.0 is default...
  • Page 26 If disabled, the encoder processing is improved, however ViconNet will not be able to perform VMD or museum search on video from this encoder. Debug Level – Use for debug purposes only as directed by Vicon Technical Support Idle FPS – Sets up the fps encoded when no stream is used by ViconNet...
  • Page 27 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide All streams arrive from the same IP address; refer to the table below for the ports that each video channel is streamed over automatically by ViconNet and the encoder. This information is important for fire-walled environments where video must be allowed through.
  • Page 28 3. PTZ control can be performed from any networked workstation, recorder or server. Authorization for PTZ can be assigned to specific operator levels. Refer to the ViconNet workstation manual XX113-3X for complete information on operation. Refer to Vicon’s website, www.vicon- security.com, for the latest copy.

  • Page 29: Shipping Instructions

    Shipping Instructions Use the following procedure when returning a unit to the factory: 1. Call or write Vicon for a Return Authorization (R.A.) at one of the locations listed below. Record the name of the Vicon employee who issued the R.A.

  • Page 30: Technical Information

    Input Voltage 24 VAC ±20%, 50/60 Hz nominal. Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af or high power PoE. NOTE: Vicon requires the use of uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS) to prevent voltage fluctuations that can affect operation and cause damage to the equipment.
  • Page 31 H.264 16-Channel Encoder Installation and Configuration Guide Alarms 8 dry contact, N.O./N.C. inputs. 8 relay control (open collector logic) outputs for customer-supplied external relay (5 - 24 VDC, 500 mA per output); requires separate power supply (customer supplied). Audio 16 line-level microphone/1 speaker output (future use) PTZ Control 8 PTZ ports.

  • Page 32: Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty

    “autopan” or “tour” modes of operation. Such continuous operation is outside the scope of this warranty. Any product sold as “special” or not listed in Vicon’s commercial price list: One year from date of original retail purchase.
  • Page 33 Vicon Industries Inc. For office locations, visit the website: www.vicon-security.com...

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