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VIP 1000User Guide

Safety Information Chapter 210 VIP 1000Installation and operation] Relevant electrical codes and guidelines must be complied with at all times during

Receiver Operation Chapter 9100 VIP 1000– Follow the instructions on the screen.Establishing the connectionThe VIP must be provided with a valid IP ad

Chapter 9 Receiver OperationVIP 1000 101VIP password protectionIf the VIP is password-protected against unauthorized access, a corresponding message a

Receiver Operation Chapter 9102 VIP 1000– Mark the checkbox Include audio if you want to transmit audio, too. Make sure for correct audio transmission

VIP 1000 103Hardware Connections 10Hardware connections between VCS unitsA VIP sender, connected to a camera, and a VIP receiver, connected to a monit

Hardware Connections Chapter 10104 VIP 1000Connection when an alarm signal is givenSender and receiver can be configured to connect automatically with

Chapter 10 Hardware ConnectionsVIP 1000 105Closing the connectionThe connection may be closed using a terminal program or Web browser.Closing the conn

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VIP 1000 107Operation with Decoder Software 11Operation with VIDOSVIP video servers and VIDOS software can be combined to form a high-performance syst

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VIP 1000 109Maintenance and Upgrades 12Testing the network connectionThe ping command can be used to check the connection between two IP addresses. Th

VIP 1000 11Product Description 3Supplied components] Network video server VIP 1000 including plug-in mains adapter] Configuration cable] The quick sta

Maintenance and Upgrades Chapter 12110 VIP 1000– If necessary, back up the current settings using the Download button on the configuration page entitl

VIP 1000 111Appendix 13TroubleshootingIf you cannot correct a malfunction, please contact your supplier, system integrator or VCS customer service (S

Appendix Chapter 13112 VIP 1000No connection established, no image transmission.The unit's configuration. Check all settings.Faulty installation.

Chapter 13 AppendixVIP 1000 113LEDsThe VIP video server is equipped with several LEDs that show the operating status and can give indications of possi

Appendix Chapter 13114 VIP 1000RS232/485 interfaceOptions for using the serial interface include transparent data transfer, control of connected devic

Chapter 13 AppendixVIP 1000 115RJ45 connector pin assignments (sender)The pin assignments depend on the standard used.Pin RS232 Standard RS422/485 Sta

Appendix Chapter 13116 VIP 1000Connection jacksThe connection jacks are used to connect to the mains supply. As standard, the connection to the power

Chapter 13 AppendixVIP 1000 117GlossaryA few brief explanations of the most important terms and abbreviations used in the field of communications tech

Appendix Chapter 13118 VIP 1000MAC Media Access ControlMPEG-2 Enhanced video compression standard, with high-level compression that makes images of st

Chapter 13 AppendixVIP 1000 119VIP 1000 SpecificationsOperating voltage 12 ... 24 V DC, power supply includedPower consumption approx. 10 WNetwork int

Product Description Chapter 312 VIP 1000NoteRead the indications given in the document System Requirements on the CD provided.Make sure the graphic ca

Appendix Chapter 13120 VIP 10001 × USB 1.1 Alarm input 2 × push-in terminal, max. activation resistance 10 OhmRelay output 1 × push-in terminal, 30 Vp

VIP 1000 121Index 14AActive profile 46Actuator 21Alarm 80Alarm input 21Alarm inputs 93Alarm IP address 54Application Wizard 31Audio connection 21Audio

Index Chapter 14122 VIP 1000GGateway 62, 86GOP 43IIdentification 8, 35, 73IGMP 64Image resolution 97, 98Installation 10Installation location 19Install

Chapter 14 IndexVIP 1000 123RReceiver 13Regulations 7Relay 58, 82, 94Relay output 21, 58, 82, 94Remote control 14Repair 10Restart 25Router 66SSafety 9

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Chapter 3 Product DescriptionVIP 1000 13Overview of functionsNetwork video serverThe VIP 1000 is an ultra-compact network video server. Its primary fu

Product Description Chapter 314 VIP 1000MulticastIn suitably configured networks, the multicast function enables simultaneous, real time video transmi

Chapter 3 Product DescriptionVIP 1000 15SummaryThe main functions of the VIP 1000 are:] Video, audio and data transmission over IP data networks] Simu

Product Description Chapter 316 VIP 1000VIP 1000 sender connections1 BNC jack Video Infor connecting a video source2 RJ45 jack for RS232/485for transm

Chapter 3 Product DescriptionVIP 1000 17VIP 1000 receiver connections 1 BNC jack Video Outfor connecting an analog video monitor2RS232/485 serial inte

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VIP 1000 19Installation 4Installing the unitWith its ultra-compact dimensions, the VIP is particularly well suited for installation in cabinets.Warnin

CopyrightThis user guide is the intellectual property of VCS and is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be repro

Installation Chapter 420 VIP 1000ConnectionsCamera/monitorDepending on the device used, you can connect a video source (sender) or a monitor (receiver

Chapter 4 InstallationVIP 1000 21NetworkYou can connect the VIP to a 10/100 Base-T network. Use a standard UTP Category 5 cable with RJ45 connectors f

Installation Chapter 422 VIP 1000The bidirectional audio signals are transmitted simultaneously with the video signals. This can be used for example t

Chapter 4 InstallationVIP 1000 23Setup using terminal softwareData terminalYou can connect a data terminal to the VIP for setup and local control. The

Installation Chapter 424 VIP 1000] Enter only one command at a time.] After entering a value (such as an IP address), re-check the entry before pressi

Chapter 4 InstallationVIP 1000 25NoteThe new IP address, subnet mask and gateway adress become effective only following a restart.RestartDisconnect th

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VIP 1000 27Configuration using a Web Browser 5Establishing the connectionThe integrated HTTP server allows the unit to be configured over the network

Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 528 VIP 1000Establishing the connectionThe VIP must be assigned a valid IP address for your network, before

Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web BrowserVIP 1000 29The Decoder connection page will be displayed as the home page for a receiver. It shows a snapsh

ContentsVIP 1000 3Contents 0Chapter 1 PrefaceAbout this user guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Conventions.

Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 530 VIP 1000Choosing the configuration modeThere are two options to configure the VIP or to check the curren

Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web BrowserVIP 1000 31Configuration with the WizardThe Wizard is used for step-by-step configuration of the VIP. It wi

Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 532 VIP 1000General procedureThe screens for the Installation Wizard will be shown in sequence, allowing you

Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web BrowserVIP 1000 33Configuration in Expert ModeExpert Mode allows all parameters of the VIP to be configured. You c

Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 534 VIP 1000Making changesEach configuration page shows the current settings. You can change the settings by

VIP 1000 35Configuring the Sender 6BasicsThe VIP offers various configuration options. Configuration in Expert Mode with a Web browser is described be

Configuring the Sender Chapter 636 VIP 1000PasswordA VIP unit is generally protected by password to prevent unauthorized access. You can limit the sca

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 37Confirm password:Re-enter the new password to prevent typing mistakes.NoteThe new password becomes effectiv

Configuring the Sender Chapter 638 VIP 1000Unit date:Enter the current date here. Since the unit time is controlled by the internal clock, it is not n

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 39Camera nameThe camera name simplifies identification of the remote camera location, for example in the even

Contents4 VIP 1000Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Language . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Sender Chapter 640 VIP 1000Time stamping:This field sets the position of the time and date overlay. It can be shown at the Top or the

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 41Picture settingsYou can set up the video picture to meet your own particular requirements. To enable you to

Configuring the Sender Chapter 642 VIP 1000MPEG-2 encoder The data transmission parameters can be configured to suit the local operating environment (

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 43] 2MBPS high quality2 MBit/s transmission rate with high image quality] 3.5MBPS high quality3.5 MBit/s tran

Configuring the Sender Chapter 644 VIP 1000] I I-frames only] IPan I-frame followed by several P-frames] IPB an I-frame followed by several substructu

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 45] CIF 352 × 288/240 pixels] D1/4CIF 704 × 576/480 pixelsReset of profile:Click the Default button to reset

Configuring the Sender Chapter 646 VIP 1000] Profile 1: High quality (CIF)high quality for connections with high bandwidth,resolution 352 × 288/240 pi

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 47Profile configurationIndividual settings in a profile and its name can be changed. You can switch between t

Configuring the Sender Chapter 648 VIP 1000Encoding interval:This setting determines the frame encoding interval. With the value 4 e.g. only every fou

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 49Warning!G.711 audio data is only saved with central recording, using VIDOS-NVR for example. Enable audio:To

ContentsVIP 1000 5Chapter 8 Sender OperationOperation with Microsoft Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91The Livepage . . . . . . .

Configuring the Sender Chapter 650 VIP 1000JPEG postingYou can store video images in JPEG format at certain intervals on an FTP server. These images c

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 51JPEG posting interval:Enter the time interval here at which the single images are to be sent to an FTP serv

Configuring the Sender Chapter 652 VIP 1000Video loss alarm:Select On if the unit is to activate an alarm whenever the video signal is interrupted.Con

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 53Alarm connectionsYou can select a number of options for the response of the VIP to an alarm. In case of an

Configuring the Sender Chapter 654 VIP 1000Number of destination address: Here you assign the numbering for the IP addresses to be contacted in the ev

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 55The sensitivity of the video sensor can be adjusted, so an alarm is generated only if specified values are

Configuring the Sender Chapter 656 VIP 1000be activated or deactivated individually. If it is necessary to exclude particular regions of the camera&ap

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 57Motion indicatorTo prevent false alarms, a threshold can be applied to the motion signal. This allows effec

Configuring the Sender Chapter 658 VIP 1000RelayYou can configure the switching behavior of the relay output. Relay action can be specified either as

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 59Relay follows:Select a particular event to trigger the relay. The following events can activate the relay:]

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Configuring the Sender Chapter 660 VIP 1000COM1The RS232/485 serial interface port can be configured to meet your requirements.Serial port function:Se

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 61Data bits:The number of data bits per character cannot be changed.Stop bits:Select the number of stop bits

Configuring the Sender Chapter 662 VIP 1000Warning!Changes to the IP address, subnet mask or gateway address are sent to the unit when the Set button

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 63Ethernet link type:If the VIP is connected to the network via a switch, both devices must be set for the sa

Configuring the Sender Chapter 664 VIP 1000MulticastingIn addition to a 1:1 connection between an encoder and a single receiver (unicast), the VIP can

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 65Multicast streaming:Select one of the options MPEG-2, MPEG-4 or MPEG-2/MPEG-4 to enable multicast streaming

Configuring the Sender Chapter 666 VIP 1000Multicast packet TTL:This value determines the "life span" of multicast packets on the network. I

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 67Livepage configurationIn this dialog, the appearance of the Livepage can be set up to suit your requirement

Configuring the Sender Chapter 668 VIP 1000– Check the display of the desired information on the Livepage.Background URL:Enter the path to a suitable

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 69Show system log:The system log will be displayed with date and time in a field under the video image and pr

VIP 1000 7Preface 1About this user guideThis user guide is intended for persons responsible for the installation and operation of the VIP 1000 network

Configuring the Sender Chapter 670 VIP 1000Path for JPEG and MPEG files:Enter the full path for saving snapshots and video sequences to be saved from

Chapter 6 Configuring the SenderVIP 1000 71– Enter the full path for the update file in the field or click Durchsuchen... to locate and select the fil

Configuring the Sender Chapter 672 VIP 1000Function testThe VIP offers a number of configuration options. Therefore you should check that it works pro

VIP 1000 73Configuring the Receiver 7BasicsThe VIP offers various configuration options. Configuration in Expert Mode with a Web browser is described

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 774 VIP 1000PasswordA VIP unit is generally protected by password to prevent unauthorized access. You can limit the s

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 75NoteThe new password becomes effective only after you have clicked Set. Therefore always click Set immedi

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 776 VIP 1000Unit date:Enter the current date here. Since the unit time is controlled by the internal clock, it is not

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 77MPEG decoderThe monitor can be assigned a name to facilitate identification. The video output standard fo

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 778 VIP 1000Disturbance sensitivity level:Here you can define at what level the text display is triggered. The lower

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 79Alarm sourcesBoth VIP decoder alarm inputs can be configured individually.Alarm input 1 ... Alarm input 2

Preface Chapter 18 VIP 1000Intended useThe VIP 1000 network video server transmits video, audio and control signals over data networks (such as Ethern

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 780 VIP 1000Alarm connectionsYou can select a number of options for the response of the VIP to an alarm. In case of a

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 81NoteIf the VIP connects to a "dual streaming“ encoder Stream 1 will be transmitted.Number of destina

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 782 VIP 1000RelayYou can configure the switching behavior of the relay output. Relay action can be specified either a

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 83Relay follows:Select a particular event to trigger the relay. The following events can activate the relay

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 784 VIP 1000COM1The RS232/485 serial interface port can be configured to meet your requirements.Serial port function:

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 85Stop bits:Select the number of stop bits per character.Parity check:Select the type of parity check.Inter

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 786 VIP 1000– Enter the old IP address in the address field of the Web browser and append /reset to it (e.g. 192.168.

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 87Warning!Errors such as picture interference can occur if the network capacity is not suitable for transmi

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 788 VIP 1000Firmware version:The firmware version number of the VIP is displayed.Firmware and configuration uploadFir

Chapter 7 Configuring the ReceiverVIP 1000 89The new firmware will be decompressed and used to reprogram the flash EPROM. The time necessary is indica

VIP 1000 9Safety Information 2Electrical shock hazard] Never attempt to connect the unit to any power network other than the type for which it was int

Configuring the Receiver Chapter 790 VIP 1000Function testThe VIP offers a number of configuration options. Therefore you should check that it works p

VIP 1000 91Sender Operation 8Operation with Microsoft Internet ExplorerA computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or later) can be used

Sender Operation Chapter 892 VIP 1000– Follow the instructions on the screen.Establishing the connectionThe VIP must be provided with a valid IP addre

Chapter 8 Sender OperationVIP 1000 93Other information may also be shown next to the video image on the Livepage. The display depends on the settings

Sender Operation Chapter 894 VIP 1000Relay outputDepending upon configuration, a device such as a floodlight or a door opener can be activated by the

Chapter 8 Sender OperationVIP 1000 95If a controllable device is connected to the VIP and configured, the controls for the peripheral are displayed ne

Sender Operation Chapter 896 VIP 1000Panorama viewIf you are working with a Sony EVI-D100 or EVI-D30/31 camera, you can also display a panoramic image

Chapter 8 Sender OperationVIP 1000 97Saving snapshotsIndividual images from the current video sequence on the Livepage can be saved on the computer ha

Sender Operation Chapter 898 VIP 1000Recording video sequencesSegments from the current video sequence on the Livepage can be saved on the computer ha

VIP 1000 99Receiver Operation 9Operation with Microsoft Internet ExplorerA computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or later) can be use