VIP X1600
Copyright This manual is copyrighted material of Bosch Security Systems. All rights reserved. Without express written permission from Bosch Security Systems no portion of this document may be reproduced or transmitted for any reasons, regardless of the means or manner employed, mechanical or electronic. Issue: March 2006 (Version 2.0) © Copyright 2006 Bosch Security Systems Note This manual was prepared with care and all information contained herein was reviewed.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual Table of Contents EN | 3 0 Chapter 1 Preface Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 EU Directives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EN | 4 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Picture settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 MPEG-4 encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Video input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Audio settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 JPEG posting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 5 Chapter 8 Appendix Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Serial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Terminal block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Communication with terminal program. . . . . . . . . . . . .
EN | 6 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual Preface EN | 7 1 This manual is intended for persons responsible for the installation and operation of the VIP X1600. International, national and where necessary regional electrical engineering regulations must be followed at all times. Relevant knowledge of network technology is required. The manual describes the installation and operation of the unit.
EN | 8 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Intended use The VIP X1600 network video server is intended for use with CCTV systems and serves to transfer video and control signals via data networks (Ethernet LAN and Internet). Audio signals can also be transmitted with the audio versions of the VIP X1600 modules. The VIP X1600 modules each contain RAM memory for short-term recording of connected cameras. Various functions can be triggered automatically by incorporating external alarm sensors.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual Safety information EN | 9 2 Electric shock hazard ❚ Never attempt to connect the VIP X1600 to any power network other than the type for which it is intended. ❚ Only use power supply units approved by Bosch Security Systems. ❚ Never open the housing of the power supply unit. ❚ Always install a VIP X1600 module in the appropriate VIP X1600 base housing only. ❚ If a fault occurs, disconnect the VIP X1600 from the power supply and from all other units.
EN | 10 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Installation and operation ❚ The relevant electrical engineering regulations and guidelines must be complied with at all times during installation. ❚ Relevant knowledge of network technology is required to install the unit. ❚ Before installing or operating the unit, make sure you have read and understood the documentation for the other equipment connected to it, such as cameras.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual Product description EN | 11 3 Components supplied for VIP X1600 base ❚ VIP X1600 base ❚ Mounting kit for installation in 19-inch racks ❚ Self-adhesive elastic bumpers ❚ Quick Installation Guide ❚ Product CD with the following content: – Quick Installation Guide – Manual – System Requirements document – Configuration Manager – MPEG ActiveX control – MPEG viewer – DirectX control – Microsoft Internet Explorer – Microsoft Virtual Machine – Adobe Acrobat Reader
EN | 12 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Requirements for setup and configuration ❚ Installation of a VIP X1600 module in a housing VIP X1600 base ❚ Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system, access to a network and Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher) or ❚ Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system, access to a network and an installed Configuration Manager program Note Take also note of the information in the System Requirements document on the product CD supplied.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 13 Overview of functions Network video server The VIP X1600 is a network video server for up to 16 independent video channels in four VIP X1600 modules. It is primarily designed for encoding video and control data for transfer over an IP network. Audio signals can also be transmitted to compatible units with the audio versions of the VIP X1600 modules.
EN | 14 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Multicast In suitably configured networks, the multicast function enables simultaneous real-time video transmission to multiple receivers. The UDP and IGMP V2 protocols must be implemented on the network for this function. DVR The VIP X1600 can be used as a digital video recorder for long-term recordings in combination with an iSCSI server. For this, the iSCSI server can be connected directly or via the network.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 15 Summary The VIP X1600 provides the following main functions: ❚ Up to 16 independent analog BNC composite video inputs (PAL/NTSC) ❚ Video, audio and data transmission via IP data networks ❚ Dual Streaming function for each video input for simultaneous coding based on two individual profiles ❚ Multicast function for simultaneous picture transmission to multiple receivers ❚ Video encoding to international standard MPEG-4 ❚ Audio coding according to the in
EN | 16 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Connections and displays 1 Installed VIP X1600 module 2 Audio line inputs (mono) Audio In 1/2 und Audio In 3/4 3.5 mm stereo jack sockets for connecting audio cables (only for audio versions of the VIP X1600 modules) 3 Terminal connectors for external signal sources, relay outputs and serial interface for transmission of control data (RS232, RS422 and RS485) 4 Four video inputs Video In 1 ...
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual Installation EN | 17 4 The VIP X1600 modules are solely intended for installing in the VIP X1600 base. Installing the units is a quick and easy operation that does not require any additional tools. The VIP X1600 is designed for installing in a switch cabinet. Mounting the unit in a 19-inch rack using the installation material supplied is a quick and easy operation. It is also possible to operate this as a desktop unit.
EN | 18 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Installing VIP X1600 modules Installing the different VIP X1600 modules in the VIP X1600 base is described in the relevant Quick Installation Guide. Please also take note of the following basic notes when installing a unit. Caution Do not install a VIP X1600 module in a different housing and do not operate the unit outside of the VIP X1600 base.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 19 Rating plates Every VIP X1600 module has a label on the circuit board containing a printed MAC address by which the module can be uniquely identified. Take note of this MAC address and the location in the VIP X1600 base before installation so that you can later identify the module, even after it has been inserted, for example when performing fault diagnosis.
EN | 20 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Installing in a switch cabinet The VIP X1600 is set up for installing in a 19-inch rack. The necessary installation equipment is contained in the components supplied. Caution When installing in a switch cabinet, ensure that there is sufficient ventilation for the unit. There must be at least 5 cm (1.97 in.) of free space to the left and right of the unit and at least 10 cm (3.94 in.) at the rear. The VIP X1600 generates heat during operation.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 21 Installation overview Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
EN | 22 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Connections Cameras A maximum of four standard video sources (for example CCTV cameras) can be attached to each VIP X1600 module. Any cameras and other video sources that produce a standard PAL or NTSC signal are suitable. – Attach the cameras or other video sources using a video cable (75 Ohm, BNC plug) to the BNC jacks Video In 1 to Video In 4 for each mounted VIP X1600 module.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 23 Alarm inputs Each VIP X1600 module contains four alarm inputs for triggering external alarm devices, for example door contacts or sensors. When configured appropriately, an alarm device can for example trigger the unit to automatically establish a connection with a remote station. A zero potential make contact or switch can be used as the actuator. Note If possible, use a bounce-free contact system as the actuator.
EN | 24 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Network You can connect the VIP X1600 to a 10/100/1000 Base-T network using a standard UTP category 5 cable with RJ45 connectors. The second Ethernet interface can be used to create a redundant connection to the network. Note You cannot create a connection to a second network. – Connect the VIP X1600 to the network via the ETH 1 socket. – Connect the VIP X1600 to a redundant switch or hub on the same network via the ETH 2 socket.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 25 Power on/Power off Power supply The VIP X1600 does not have a power switch. Power is provided once one or two power supply units have been installed. Note Information as to the selection of an appropriate power supply unit can be obtained from your supplier or directly from Bosch Security Systems. Caution Only use power supply units approved by Bosch Security Systems.
EN | 26 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Setup using the Configuration Manager The Configuration Manager program can be found on the product CD which is part of the VIP X1600 base's scope of delivery. This program allows you to implement and set up new video servers in the network quickly and conveniently. Note Using the Configuration Manager to set all parameters in the VIP X1600 is an alternative to configuration by means of a Web browser, as described in chapter 5 of this manual.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 27 – You can start the configuration if a VIP X1600 module is shown in the list in the left section of the window. To do this, click the entry for the module. – Click the Network tab in the right section of the window. The current network settings are displayed. – In the IP address field, enter the required IP address (for example 192.168.0.16) and click the Set button at the bottom right of the window.
EN | 28 Installation Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 29 Configuration using a Web Browser 5 Connecting The integrated HTTP server in every VIP X1600 module provides you with the option to configure the unit over the network with a Web browser. This option is an alternative to configuration using the Configuration Manager program and is considerably richer in function and more convenient than configuration using the terminal program.
EN | 30 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 – Insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. If the CD does not start automatically, open the root directory of the CD in Windows Explorer and double click MPEGAx.exe. – Follow the on-screen instructions. Establishing the connection At least the VIP X1600 module in slot 1 must have a valid IP address assigned to operate the VIP X1600 in your network. The following default address is preset at the factory for all modules: 192.168.0.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 31 If you do not connect, the device may have reached its maximum number of connections. The maximum number of connections depends on the unit and network configuration. Protected VIP X1600 module If the VIP X1600 module is password protected against unauthorized access, the Web browser displays a corresponding message and prompts you to enter the password when you attempt to access protected areas.
EN | 32 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Start configuration Click the SETTINGS link in the upper section of the window. The Web browser opens a new page with the configuration menu. Navigation – Click one of the menu items in the left window margin. The corresponding submenu is expanded. Note The screen display can differ from that shown above, depending on the unit variants that you use. – Click one of the entries in the submenu. The Web browser opens the corresponding page.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 33 Making changes Each configuration screen shows the current settings. You can change the settings by entering new values or by selecting a predefined value from a list field. – After each change, click Set to save the change. Caution Save each change with the associated Set button. Clicking the Set button saves the settings only in the current field. Changes in any other fields are ignored. Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
EN | 34 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Unit identification Unit name: You can give the unit a name to make it easier to identify. The name makes the task of administering multiple units in larger video monitoring systems easier, for example using the VIDOS program. Note The unit name is used for the remote identification of a unit, in the event of an alarm for example. Enter a name that makes it as easy as possible to quickly identify the location.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 35 Note Proper password protection is only guaranteed when all higher authorization levels are also protected with a password. If a live password is assigned for example, a service and a user password must also be set. As a result, you should always assign passwords beginning with the highest authorization level service.
EN | 36 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Language Website language: Select the language for the user interface here. Date and time Unit date format: Select your required date format. Unit date and Unit time: If there are multiple devices operating in your system or network, it is important to synchronize their internal clocks. For example, it is only possible to identify and correctly evaluate simultaneous recordings when all units are operating on the same time. – Enter the current date.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 37 Time server The VIP X1600 modules can receive the time signal from a time server using the time server protocol (RFC 868), and then use it to set the internal clock. The unit polls the time signal automatically every ten minutes. The VIP X1600 module in slot 1 is the default time server for the modules in slot 2 to slot 4. In this case, the field Time server IP address can be empty for slot 2 to slot 4 (0.0.0.0).
EN | 38 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Camera names The camera name makes it easier to identify the remote camera location, in the event of an alarm for example. It will be displayed in the video screen if configured to do so (see page 39). The camera name is also used by VIDOS, the software for managing video surveillance systems, and makes it easier to identify the camera. Camera 1: to Camera 4: Enter a unique, unambiguous name for the camera in this field.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 39 Camera name stamping: This field sets the position of the camera name overlay. It can be displayed at the Top, at the Bottom or at a position of your choice that you can then specify using the Custom option. Or it can be set to Off for no overlay information. Time stamping: This field sets the position of the time overlay. It can be displayed at the Top, at the Bottom or at a position of your choice that you can then specify using the Custom option.
EN | 40 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Picture settings You can set the video image of each camera to suit your requirements. The current video image is displayed in the small window next to the slide controls as confirmation. Your changes are effective immediately. – Click a tab to select the corresponding camera. – Move the slide control to the required position. – Click Default to reset all settings to their default value. Contrast (0...
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 41 MPEG-4 encoder For encoding the video signal you can select two profiles for each encoder (video input) and change the presets for the profiles. Selecting a profile You can adapt the MPEG-4 data transmission to the operating environment (for example network structure, bandwidth, data load).
EN | 42 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 ❚ Profile 4: DSL For DSL connections at 500 kBit/s, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels ❚ Profile 5: ISDN (2B) For ISDN connections via two B channels, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels ❚ Profile 6: ISDN (1B) For ISDN connections via one B channel, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels ❚ Profile 7: Modem For analog modem connections at 20 kBit/s, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels ❚ Profile 8: RAM recording Is linked to all RAM recordings, resolution 352 × 288/240 pi
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 43 Profile configuration You can change individual parameter values within a profile and the name. You can switch between profiles by clicking the appropriate tabs. Caution The profiles are rather complex. They include a large number of parameters that interact with one another, so it is generally best to use the default profiles. Change the profiles only once you are fully familiar with all the configuration options.
EN | 44 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Target data rate: You can limit the data rate for the VIP X1600 module to optimize utilization of the bandwidth in your network. The target data rate should be set according to the desired picture quality for typical scenes with no excessive motion. For complex images or frequent changes of image content due to frequent movements, this limit can be temporarily exceeded up to the value you enter in the Max. data rate field. Max.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 45 I-frame distance: This parameter allows you to set the intervals in which the I-frames will be coded. 0 means auto mode, whereby the video server inserts I-frames when necessary. An entry of 1 indicates that I-frames are continuously generated. An entry of 2 indicates that only every second image is an I-frame, and 3 only every third image etc.; the frames in between are coded as P-frames.
EN | 46 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Video input You can activate the 75 Ohm terminating resistor for each video input on the VIP X1600 module. To loop the video signal through, the terminating resistor must be deactivated. Every video input is closed at the time of delivery. Note The numbering follows the labeling of the video inputs on the actual unit. 75 Ohm termination: Select Off if the video signal is to be looped through.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 47 Audio settings You can set the gain of the audio signals to suit your specific requirements. The associated video image is shown in the small window next to the slide controls to help you check the audio source and improve assignments. Your changes are effective immediately. Note The numbering of the audio inputs follows the labeling on the unit and the assignment to the respective video inputs. The assignment cannot be changed.
EN | 48 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 JPEG posting You can save individual JPEG images on an FTP server at certain intervals. You can then retrieve these images at a later date to reconstruct alarm events if required. JPEG format: Select the resolution you wish the JPEG images to have: ❚ Small 176 × 144 pixels (QCIF) ❚ Medium 352 × 288 pixels (CIF) ❚ Large 704 × 576 pixels (4CIF) File name: You can select how file names will be created for the individual images which are transmitted.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 49 JPEG posting interval: Enter the interval in seconds at which the images will be sent to an FTP server. Enter zero if you do not want any images to be sent. FTP server IP address: Enter the IP address of the FTP server on which you wish to save the JPEG images. FTP server login: Enter your login name for the FTP server. FTP server password: Enter the password that gives you access to the FTP server.
EN | 50 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Storage medium You can record the images from the cameras connected to the VIP X1600 module in the RAM memory of the unit or in an appropriately configured iSCSI storage device. Local RAM memory is suitable for short-term recordings and pre-alarm recordings in Ring mode operation. For long-term, authoritative images, it is essential that you use appropriately sized iSCSI storage.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 51 Storage information The status of the currently selected storage medium and the data throughput are displayed here for information. You cannot change any of these settings. – Click Advanced to view a status report with logged actions. A new window will open. – In this window, click Delete to delete all entries. The entries will be deleted immediately; you cannot undo this process. – Click the Close button to close the window.
EN | 52 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 iSCSI settings If you select type iSCSI server as the storage medium, you then need to set up a connection to the desired iSCSI storage device and set the configuration parameters. Note The storage device selected must adhere to the iSCSI specification, be available on the network and be completely set up. Amongst other things, it must have an IP address and be divided into logical drives (LUN).
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 53 iSCSI LUN map The LUN map displays the logical drives configured for the iSCSI storage device. The current user is displayed for each drive. – Double-click a free drive (LUN). The associated information is called up and automatically displayed in the fields below the map. – If the logical drive is password protected, you must first enter the password in the Target password field and click the Set button.
EN | 54 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Initiator name: The initiator name is automatically displayed after a connection has been established. Initiator extension: Enter the initiator extension. For the sake of clarity, you can enter a name or the existing extension with a comment, for example "– Camera 2" Decoupling the drive used Each drive can only be associated with one user.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 55 Partitioning Four partitions can be set up for recordings of the cameras connected to the VIP X1600 module, in a similar manner to the partitioning often found on computer hard drives. Parameters such as size, quality and type of video recording or compression standard used can be specified for each partition. Modifying these parameters leads to reorganization, during which stored data is lost.
EN | 56 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Creating a partition Caution Modifications to the size or number of partitions lead to the entire hard drive being reorganized and the loss of all sequences stored on the drive. Consequently, you should check the recordings before any modification to the parameters mentioned and back up important sequences on the computer's hard drive.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 57 – Click the Create partition button to start the assistant for creating partitions. The first window appears. – You should always first read the information text in the upper section of the window. – Click in the text fields to enter values or use the other controls that are available, such as buttons, checkboxes or list fields. – Click the Next>> button in the lower section of the window to continue with the next step.
EN | 58 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Caution All modifications to settings are only effective if you complete the configuration in the last window by clicking Finish. – Switch to the last window if necessary. – Click Finish to complete the configuration. All settings are now transferred to the unit and subsequently become effective. Editing a partition You can modify the configuration of a partition at any time.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 59 You can perform the required modifications in the Partition properties window. – In the list, click the partition that you want to modify in order to select this partition. – Click the Edit partition button. A new window with the entries for the selected partition is opened. – Enter the necessary changes. – Click the Set button to save the modifications.
EN | 60 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Recording scheduler Set all parameters for recording. Recording can be performed continuously or in the case of an alarm. Partition: Select the partition in which you want to record. The recording is performed for every video input in the respective partition. Activating a partition for recording After configuration, you can activate the partition for recording by clicking the Start button.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 61 – Click the Stop button to deactivate the currently selected partition for recording. Recordings that are currently running will be interrupted and the configuration can be modified. Continuous recording You can specify the times during which continuous recording to the hard drive should take place. Separate selection fields per partition are available for each day of the week, allowing settings to be made per camera input.
EN | 62 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Alarm recording You can specify the times during which images from the cameras selected should be recorded in the event of an alarm. In a similar manner to continuous recording, separate selection fields are available for each partition, and consequently for each camera input. You can select up to 16 individual recording time intervals for each day of the week. Alarm recording occurs only during the highlighted time intervals.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 63 This segment in the partition functions in a similar manner to a ring buffer and is overwritten until an alarm is actually triggered. Recording occurs on the segment only for the duration of the preset post-alarm time and a new segment subsequently used in the same manner. This ensures that the alarm recorded is always secured for its entire duration and the space required to save each alarm recording is easy to calculate.
EN | 64 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Caution All modifications result in the re-organization of the partition and the loss of all sequences on this partition. Changes to the size of a partition (Total partition size) lead to the entire hard drive being reorganized and the loss of all recordings stored on the drive. Consequently, you should back up all important sequences on the computer's hard drive. Partition name: You can enter a new name for the partition.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 65 Number of alarm tracks: Select the number of alarm tracks to be used in the partition. One alarm event can be recorded in each alarm track. Accordingly, the number of alarms entered can be recorded and archived. A partition can contain a maximum of 128 alarm recordings. If the option Ring mode (see page 64) is set for a partition, the latest alarm recordings are always saved in the preset number.
EN | 66 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Total partition size: This displays how much storage space the partition occupies on the drive. Already Used file tracks are displayed in the graphic next to the parameter. Remaining for recording: This displays the maximum remaining recording time. The value is automatically updated after the parameters have been modified. Free space: This displays how much space is still available in the partition.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 67 Alarm sources You can configure the potential alarm triggers for the VIP X1600 module (for example the alarm inputs). Alarm input 1: to Alarm input 4: Select the option On to activate the alarm by the corresponding external alarm sensor. Otherwise, select Off. Select Active high if the alarm is to be triggered by closing the contact. Select Active low if the alarm is to be triggered by opening the contact.
EN | 68 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Alarm connections You can select how the VIP X1600 module responds to an alarm. In the event of an alarm, the unit can automatically connect to a predefined IP address. You can enter up to 10 IP addresses which the VIP X1600 module will contact in order in the event of an alarm, until a connection is made. Connect on alarm: Select On so that the VIP X1600 module automatically connects to a predefined IP address in the event of an alarm.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 69 Destination password: If the remote station is password protected, enter the password here. Auto-connect: Select the On option to automatically re-establish a connection to one of the previously specified IP addresses after each re-start, after a connection breakdown or after a network failure. Note Stream 2 is always transmitted for automatic connections. Bear this fact in mind when assigning the profile (see page 42).
EN | 70 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Video content analysis The VIP X1600 modules contain an integrated video content analysis (abbreviation: VCA), which can detect and analyze changes in the signal. Such changes can be due to movements in the camera's field of view. You can configure the video content analysis for each video input individually. – Click one of the tabs to open the configuration of the corresponding video input. – Enter the desired settings.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 71 Analysis: Select the option On to activate the video content analysis. As soon as the video content analysis is activated, metadata are created. Depending on the Analysis type selected and the relevant configuration, additional information overlays the video image in the small window. If you have selected MOTION+ analysis, for example, the sensor fields will light up in which movement is registered.
EN | 72 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Sensitivity The basic sensitivity of the motion detector can be adjusted for the environmental conditions to which the camera is subject. The sensor reacts to variations in the brightness of the video image. The darker the observation area, the higher the value that must be selected. Min. object size: You can specify the number of sensor fields that a moving object must cover to generate an alarm.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 73 Tamper detection You can reveal the tampering of cameras and video cables by means of various options. Run a series of tests at different times of the day and night to ensure that the video sensor is operating as intended. Note The options for tamper detection can only be set for fixed cameras.
EN | 74 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Scene too bright Activate this function if tampering associated with exposure to extreme light (for instance, shining a flashlight directly on the objective) should trigger an alarm. The average brightness of the scene provides a basis for recognition. Scene too dark Activate this function if tampering associated with covering the objective (for instance, by spraying paint on it) should trigger an alarm.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 75 Selecting the area You can select the image areas in the reference image that are to be monitored. The video image is subdivided into 858 square fields. You can activate or deactivate each of these fields individually. Note Select only those areas for reference monitoring in which no movement takes place and that are always evenly lit, as false alarms could otherwise be triggered. – Click Select area to configure the sensor fields.
EN | 76 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Alarm e-mail As an alternative to automatic connecting, alarm states can also be documented by e-mail. In this way it is possible to notify a recipient who does not have a video receiver. In this case the VIP X1600 module automatically sends an e-mail to a previously defined e-mail address. Send alarm e-mail: Select On if you want the unit to automatically send an alarm e-mail in the event of an alarm.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 77 Caution When a cellphone is used as the receiver, make sure to activate the e-mail or SMS function, depending on the format, so that these messages can be received. You can obtain information on operating your cellphone from your cellphone provider. Attach JPEG from camera: Click the checkbox to select the cameras from which JPEG images are sent. An enabled video input is indicated by a check mark.
EN | 78 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Relay You can configure the switching behavior of the relay outputs. For each relay, you can specify an open switch relay (normally closed contact) or a closed switch relay (normally open contact). You can also specify whether the output should operate as a bistable or monostable relay. In bistable mode, the triggered state of the relay is maintained. In monostable mode, you can set the time after which the relay will return to the idle state.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 79 Relay follows: If required, select a specific event that will trigger the relay. The following events are possible triggers: ❚ Off Relay is not triggered by events ❚ Connection Trigger whenever a connection is made ❚ Video alarm 1 Trigger by interrupting the video signal Note The relay is only triggered by an interruption in the video signal at input Video In 1, and not by interruptions in the other video signals.
EN | 80 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 COM1 You can configure the serial interface parameters (orange terminal block) to meet your requirements. Note If the VIP X1600 module is working in multicast mode (see page 84), the first remote location to establish a video connection to the unit is also assigned the transparent data connection.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 81 Camera ID: If necessary, enter the ID of the peripheral you wish to control (for example a dome camera or pan/tilt head). Note If you are using a Bosch AutoDome, remember that the value of the Camera ID must always be selected one less than the Bosch camera number (for example: Bosch camera number: 1, Camera ID: 0). Baud rate: Select the value for the transmission rate in bit/s. Data bits: The number of data bits per character cannot be changed.
EN | 82 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Network The settings in this screen are used to integrate the VIP X1600 module into an existing network. Caution Changes to the IP address, subnet mask or gateway address are transferred to the unit by clicking Set. However, they only take effect after the unit is restarted. – Click Set after entering a new IP address. – To restart the device, enter the old IP address followed by /reset (for example 192.168.0.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 83 Gateway address: If you want the unit to establish a connection to a remote location in a different subnet, enter the IP address of the gateway here. Otherwise leave the box blank (0.0.0.0). Video transmission: If the unit is operated behind a firewall, TCP (HTTP port) should be selected as the transfer protocol. For use in a local network, select UDP. Caution Multicast operation is only possible with the UDP protocol.
EN | 84 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Multicasting In addition to a 1:1 connection between an encoder and a single receiver (unicast), the VIP X1600 can enable multiple receivers to receive the video signal from an encoder simultaneously.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 85 The multicast address can be the same for multiple streams. However it will be necessary to use a different port in each case so that multiple data streams are not sent simultaneously using the same port and multicast address. Note You must set the parameters for each encoder (video input) and for each stream individually. The numbering follows the labeling of the video inputs on the actual unit.
EN | 86 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Multicast audio port 1: to Multicast audio port 4: As well as video data, the audio versions can also send and receive audio signals. The audio signals are sent in a separate data stream parallel to the video data, which increases the network load. The audio data are encoded according to G.711 and require an additional bandwidth of approx. 80 kBit/s per direction.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 87 Livepage configuration In this window you can customize the appearance of the LIVEPAGE to suit your requirements. You can opt to have selected information and controls displayed in addition to the video image. If necessary, you can also replace the manufacturer's logo (upper left) and the product name (upper right) in the upper window area (banner) by individual graphics. Note You can use either GIF or JPEG images.
EN | 88 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 URL for logo: Enter the path to a suitable graphic if you want to replace the manufacturer's logo. The image file can be stored on a local computer, in the local network or at an Internet address. If necessary, click Browse to search for an appropriate graphic in the local network. URL for device logo: Enter the path to a suitable graphic if you want to replace the product name.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 89 Show system log: The system messages are displayed along with the date and time in a field next to the video image and provide information about the establishment and termination of connections, etc. Save event log: Check this option to save event messages in a text file on your local computer. You can then view, edit and print this file with any text editor or the standard Office software.
EN | 90 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Power supply/fans Information about the status of the fans and the power supply is displayed in this window. Note This page is only visible for a VIP X1600 module in slot 1. Check power redundancy: Select the option On if the VIP X1600 is to be supplied by two power supply units. This selection is important for displaying the power supply status messages correctly.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 91 Firmware and configuration upload Firmware upload: The VIP X1600 modules are designed so that their functions and parameters can be updated by means of firmware. To do this, transfer the current firmware package to the unit via the selected network. It will then be automatically installed there. In this way, a VIP X1600 module can be serviced and updated remotely without a technician having to change the installation on site.
EN | 92 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 If the LED of the corresponding VIP X1600 module on the front side of the VIP X1600 is showing red, the upload has failed and you need to repeat the upload. To perform the upload you must now switch to a special page: – In the address bar of your browser, after the VIP X1600 module's IP address enter /main.htm (for example 192.168.0.16/main.htm). – Repeat the upload.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 93 Function test The VIP X1600 offers a variety of configuration options. You should therefore check that it is functioning correctly after installation and configuration. The function test is the only way to ensure that the VIP X1600 operates as expected in the event of an alarm.
EN | 94 Configuration using a Web Browser Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual Operation EN | 95 6 Operation with Microsoft Internet Explorer A computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher) can receive live images from the unit, control cameras or other peripherals and replay saved video sequences. Note Make sure the graphics card is set to 16- or 32-bit color depth and that Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed and activated on your PC.
EN | 96 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Establishing the connection Any VIP X1600 module must be assigned a valid IP address to operate on your network. The following default address is preset at the factory: 192.168.0.1 – Start the Web browser. – Enter the IP address of the VIP X1600 module as the URL. The connection is established and after a short time you will see the LIVEPAGE with the video image.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 97 The LIVEPAGE Once the connection is established, the Web browser displays the LIVEPAGE. It shows the live video image on the right of the browser window. Depending on the configuration, various text overlays may be visible on the live video image (see Display stamping, page 38). Other information may be shown next to the live video image on the Livepage.
EN | 98 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Image selection You can view the image from each camera individually on a full screen. – Click one of the tabs Camera 1 ... Camera 4 above the video image to view the corresponding camera image. – Click Quad video above the video image to view all four video images. – Click one of the tabs MPEG-4 Stream 1, MPEG-4 Stream 2 or M-JPEG below the video image to toggle between the different displays of the camera images.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 99 Digital I/O In the event of an alarm, the alarm LED of the triggering alarm input lights up in green next to the video image. The unit's configuration determines whether the alarm is displayed, as well as additional details (see Livepage configuration, page 87). The alarm icons Input 1 ... Input 4 are for information purposes and indicate the status of an alarm input: Active high = icon lit green, Active low = icon not lit.
EN | 100 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Audio function Depending on the configuration, audio data can be transmitted from the unit. All users who are connected by browsers receive the audio signals sent by the unit. Note It is not possible to send audio signals to the unit. Operation Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 101 Saving snapshots You can save individual images from the video sequence(s) currently shown on the LIVEPAGE in JPEG format on your computer's hard drive. You can save snapshots from each of the four cameras in the Quad video view. The icons below the camera images apply to the four camera images in a sequence from left to right as follows: ❚ upper left, upper right, lower left, lower right. – Click the icon for saving single images.
EN | 102 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Installing MPEG viewer You can play back saved video sequences using the MPEG viewer from Bosch Security Systems which can be found on the product CD supplied (see Components supplied, page 11). Note Suitable MPEG ActiveX software must be installed on the computer in order to play back saved video sequences using the MPEG viewer. – Insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 103 The RECORDINGS page You can access the RECORDINGS page for playing back recorded video sequences from the LIVEPAGE as well as from the SETTINGS menu. The RECORDINGS link is only visible if a storage medium has been selected (see page 50). – Click in the navigation bar in the upper section of the window on the link RECORDINGS. The playback page appears. Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
EN | 104 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Selecting recordings In the left section of the page, first select the partition whose recordings you want to view. All sequences that are saved in the partition are displayed in the list. A running number (track) is assigned to each sequence. Start time and stop time, recording duration, number of alarms, and recording type are displayed. – Click a partition name from the list to display the recordings for this partition. – Click a list entry.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 105 – If required, drag the green arrow to the point in time at which the playback should begin. Alternatively you can double-click directly in the gray time interval or in the timescale to jump to the position selected in this manner. The date and time display below the bar provides orientation to the second. You can control playback by means of the buttons below the video image.
EN | 106 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 In addition, you can set markers in the sequences, so-called bookmarks, and jump directly to these. These bookmarks are indicated as small yellow arrows above the time interval. Use the bookmarks as follows: Jump to the previous bookmark Set bookmark Jump to the following bookmark – Right-click a bookmark to delete it. Note Bookmarks are only valid while you are in the RECORDINGS page; they are not saved with the sequences.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 107 Backup You can back up the videosequences or single images stored on the hard drive of the unit to the computer's hard drive. First select the required sequence as described in the previous section.
EN | 108 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Installing MPEG viewer You can play back saved video sequences using the MPEG viewer from Bosch Security Systems which can be found on the product CD supplied (see Components supplied, page 11). Note Suitable MPEG ActiveX software must be installed on the computer in order to play back saved video sequences using the MPEG viewer. Further information can be found on page 95. – Insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 109 Hardware connections between video servers You can easily connect a VIP X1600 with connected cameras as a sender, and a suitable MPEG-4 compatible hardware decoder (for example VIP XD) with a connected monitor as a receiver via an Ethernet network. In this way it is possible to cover long distances without the need for major installation or cabling work.
EN | 110 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Connect on alarm With the appropriate configuration, a connection between a sender and a receiver is made automatically when an alarm is triggered (see page 68). After a short time the live video image from the sender appears on the connected monitor. This option can also be used to connect a sender and a compatible receiver using a switch connected to the alarm input. You do not need a computer to make the connection in this case.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 111 Operation with decoder software The video server VIP X1600 provides a highly efficient systems solution together with the VIDOS software. VIDOS is a software package for operating, controlling and managing of CCTV installations (such as surveillance systems) at remote locations. It runs under Microsoft Windows operating systems. It is primarily designed for decoding video, audio and control data received from a remote sender.
EN | 112 Operation Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 113 7 Maintenance and upgrades Testing the network connection You can use the ping command to check the connection between two IP addresses. This allows you to test whether a unit in the network is active. – Open the DOS command prompt. – Type ping followed by the IP address of the VIP X1600 module. If the VIP X1600 module is found, the response appears as Reply from ... followed by the number of bytes sent and the transmission time in milliseconds.
EN | 114 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Repairs Caution Do not modify any component of the VIP X1600 modules or the VIP X1600 base. The unit does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Ensure that all maintenance or repair work is carried out only by qualified personnel (electrical engineers or network technology specialists). In case of doubt, contact your dealer's technical service center.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 115 8 Appendix Troubleshooting If you cannot resolve a fault, please contact your supplier or system administrator or go directly to Bosch Security Systems Customer Service. The version numbers of the internal processors can be viewed on a special page. Make a note of this information before contacting Customer Service. – In the address bar of your browser, enter /version.htm after the IP address of the VIP X1600 module (for example 192.168.0.
EN | 116 Malfunction Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Possible causes Solution No connection estab- The module's configuration. Check all configuration parameters. lished, no image transmission. Faulty installation. Check all cables, plugs, contacts and connections. Wrong IP address. Faulty data transmission within the LAN. No audio transmission to remote station. Check the IP addresses (terminal program). Check the data transmission with ping.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 117 LEDs The VIP X1600 network video server is equipped with a number of LEDs that show the operating status and can give indications of possible malfunctions. RJ45 sockets 10/100/1000 Base-T Green LED lit up: Network connection exists. Orange LED flashes: Data transmission via the network. Module 1 / Module 2 / Module 3 / Module 4 LED off Slot not occupied. LED lit green VIP X1600 module is switched on.
EN | 118 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Terminal block The terminal block has several contacts for: ❚ 4 alarm inputs ❚ 4 relay outputs ❚ Serial data transmission Pin assignment (starting at upper left) Contact Function IN1 Input alarm 1 IN3 Input alarm 3 GND Ground alarm inputs R1 Relay output 1 R2 Relay output 2 R3 Relay output 3 R4 Relay output 4 CTS Clear to send RXD Receive data GND Ground IN2 Input alarm 2 IN4 Input alarm 4 GND Ground alarm inputs R1 Relay
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 119 Communication with terminal program Data terminal In the case where a VIP X1600 module cannot be found in the network or the connection to the network is interrupted, you can connect a data terminal to the VIP X1600 module for implementation and setting of important parameters. The data terminal consists of a computer with a terminal program.
EN | 120 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Command inputs After the connection has been established, you must log on to the VIP X1600 module to access the main menu. Other submenus and functions can be accessed using the on-screen commands. – If necessary, turn off the local echo so that entered values are not repeated on the display. – Enter one command at a time.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 121 – Enter 1 again. The terminal program displays the current IP address and prompts you to enter a new IP address. – Enter the desired IP address and press Enter. The terminal program displays the new IP address. – Use the displayed commands for any additional settings which you require. Note You must restart to activate the new IP address, a new subnet mask or a gateway address.
EN | 122 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Glossary Brief explanations of some of the terms and abbreviations used in this manual are given below. 10/100/1000 Base-T IEEE-802.
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 123 MIB Management Information Base; a collection of information for remote servicing using the SNMP protocol MPEG-4 A further development of MPEG-2 designed for transmitting audiovisual data at very low transfer rates (for example over the Internet) Net mask A mask that explains which part of an IP address is the network address and which part is the host address. It is usually written in dotted decimal notation, for example "255.255.255.
EN | 124 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Specifications VIP X1600 base Device Operating voltage 12 V DC, redundant Power consumption Maximum 60 W with 4 VIP X1600 modules LAN interface 2 × Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-T, automatic adjustment, half/full duplex, RJ45 Displays 5 × LED (status modules, operation/error) 2 × LED (network connection, data transmission) on every LAN interface Operating conditions Temperature: 0 ... +50 °C (+32 ... +122 °F) relative humidity: 20 ...
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 125 Specifications VIP X1600 module Device Operating voltage Supply via housing VIP X1600 base Power consumption Maximum 12 W Data interface 1 × RS232/RS422/RS485, bidirectional terminal plugs Alarm inputs 4 × non-isolated closing contact, terminal plugs, max. activation resistance 10 Ohm Relay outputs 4 × 30 Vp-p, 2 A, terminal plugs Video inputs 4 × BNC socket 0.7 ... 1.
EN | 126 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Protocols/standards Video standards PAL, NTSC Video coding protocols MPEG-4, JPEG Video data rate 9.6 kBit/s ... 6 MBit/s per channel Image resolutions (PAL/NTSC) 704 × 576/480 pixels (4CIF/D1) 704 × 288/240 pixels (2CIF) 464 × 576/480 pixels (2/3 D1) 352 × 576/480 pixels (1/2 D1) 352 × 288/240 pixels (CIF) 176 × 144/120 pixels (QCIF) Overall delay 120 ms (PAL/NTSC) Image refresh rate 1 ...
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual EN | 127 9 Index A Camera name 38 Activate audio function 47 Camera selection 98 Activate partition 60 Cameras 22 Activation key 90 Changes 33, 57 Actuator 23 Changes in light level 71 Alarm 39, 99 Color depth 12, 29, 95 Alarm e-mail 76 COM1 80 Alarm input 23 Components supplied 11 Alarm message 39 Configuration 29, 92 Alarm recording 62 Configuration download 92 Alarm sources 67 Configuration mode 31 Alarm tracks 62 Connecting 29, 109
EN | 128 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Default camera 69 Hardware version 86 Defaults 45, 70 Heat 17, 20 Deleting partitions 59 Heat load 17 Deleting recordings 66 Display stamping 38 Dome camera 22 Dual streaming 13, 41 DVR 14 I Identification 8, 34 IGMP V2 84 Image quality 85 Image resolution 101 E Image selection 98 Echo 120 Installation 10, 17, 20 Editing a partition 58 Installation conditions 17 Electromagnetic compatibility 8 Installation location 17 E-mail 76 Instal
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual M EN | 129 O Main functions 15 Operation 9, 95 Maintenance 10 Overview of functions 13 Make contact 23 Manufacturer logo 87 Marker 106 Media playback 103 Memory medium 50 Monitor resolution 29 Motion detector 70 Motion detector defaults 70 Motion detector object size 72 Motion detector sensitivity 72, 73 Mounting kit 20 MPEG ActiveX 29, 95, 102, 108 MPEG viewer 14, 102, 108 MPEG-4 encoder 41 MTU value 83 Multicast 84 Multicast address 85 Multicast audio
EN | 130 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Reflections of light 71 Streaming 85 Regulations 7 Subnet mask 82 Relay 78 Symbols 7 Relay output 23, 78 Synchronize 36 Remote control 14 System log 89, 99 Repair 10, 114 System requirements 29 Reset 113 Reset of profile 45 Restart 27, 113, 121 Ring mode 64, 65 Router 86 S Safety 9 T Tamper detection 73 Target data rate 44 TCP 83 Technical data VIP X1600 Base 124 VIP X1600 Module 125 Terminal 80 Saturation 40 Termination 46 Saving even
VIP X1600 | Installation and Operating Manual Unit ID 34 Unit identification 34 Unit name 34 Unit time 36 URL 30, 96 User name 35 V VCA metadata 71, 88 VCR 46 Ventilation 20 Ventilator 90 Version 86 Video content analysis 70 Video input 46 Video inputs 16 Video loss alarm 67 Video recorder 46 Video sensor 70 Video signal interruption 67 Video sources 22 W Watermarking 39 Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
EN | 132 Installation and Operating Manual | VIP X1600 Bosch Security Systems | 2006-03 | V2.
Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH Robert-Koch-Straße 100 85521 Ottobrunn Germany www.bosch-sicherheitssysteme.de Bosch Security Systems B.V. P.O. Box 80002 5600 JB Eindhoven The Netherlands www.boschsecuritysystems.com Copyright © 2006 BOSCH Sicherheitssysteme GmbH Subject to change. Printed in Germany.
