Bosch Appliances VIP X1 Security Camera User manual

VIP X1

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: December 2006 (Version 2.5)

© Copyright 2006 Bosch Security Systems

Note

This manual was prepared with care and all information contained herein was reviewed. At the time of printing, the description was complete and correct. As the result of product improvements, the contents of this manual may change without notice. Bosch Security Systems assumes no liability for damage, either direct or indirect, arising from mistakes, incompleteness or discrepancies between this manual and the product described.

Trade marks

All names used in this manual for hardware and software are probably registered trade marks and should be treated as such.

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Chapter 1 Preface

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

EU Directives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Chapter 2 Safety information

Electric shock hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installation and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Chapter 3 Product description

Components supplied. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

System requirements for setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Configuration requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Operational requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Overview of functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connections on the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connections on the rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Chapter 4 Installation

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Power on/Power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Setup using the Configuration Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web browser

Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Configuration menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Unit identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Time server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Camera name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Display stamping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Picture settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

MPEG-4 encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Video input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Audio settings (audio version only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

JPEG posting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Storage medium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

iSCSI settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Partitioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Recording profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Recording scheduler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Alarm sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Alarm connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

VCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Alarm e-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

COM1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Multicasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Version information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Livepage configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Function test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Chapter 6 Operation

Operation with Microsoft Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

The LIVEPAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Saving snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Recording video sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

The RECORDINGS page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Installing Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Replaying USB hard drive recordings on PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Hardware connections between video servers. . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Operation with decoder software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Chapter 7 Maintenance and upgrades

Testing the network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Unit reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Transfer and disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

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Chapter 8 Appendix

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Processor load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Serial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Terminal block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Communication with terminal program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Chapter 9 Index


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Preface

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This manual is intended for persons responsible for the installation and operation of the VIP X1. International, national and any 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.

Conventions

In this manual, the following symbols and notations are used to draw attention to special situations:

Caution

This symbol indicates that failure to follow the safety instructions described may endanger persons and cause damage to the unit or other equipment.

It is associated with immediate, direct hazards.

Note

This symbol refers to features and indicates tips and information for easier, more convenient use of the unit.


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Intended use

The VIP X2 network video server transmits video and control signals over data networks (Ethernet LAN, Internet). Audio signals can also be transmitted with the audio version of the unit. The units are designed for use in CCTV systems.

Various functions can be triggered automatically by incorporating external alarm sensors. Other applications are not permitted.

In the event of questions concerning the use of the units which are not answered in this manual, please contact your sales partner or:

Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH

Robert-Koch-Straße 100

85521 Ottobrunn

Germany www.bosch-sicherheitssysteme.de

EU Directives

The VIP X2 network video server complies with the requirements of EU Directives 89/336 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 73/23, amended by 93/68

(Low Voltage Directive).

Rating plate

For exact identification, the model name and serial number are inscribed on the bottom of the housing. Please make a note of this information before installation if necessary so as to have it to hand in case of questions or when ordering spare parts.

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Electric shock hazard

❚ Never attempt to connect the unit to any power network other than the type for which it is intended.

❚ Use only the power supply unit provided.

❚ Never open the housing.

❚ Never open the housing of the power supply unit.

❚ If a fault occurs, disconnect the power supply unit from the power supply and from all other units.

❚ Install the power supply and the unit only in a dry, weather-protected location.

❚ If safe operation of the unit cannot be ensured, remove it from service and secure it to prevent unauthorized operation. Safe operation is no longer possible in the following cases,

– if there is visible damage to the unit or power cables,

– if the unit no longer operates correctly,

– if the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture,

– if foreign bodies have penetrated the unit,

– after long storage under adverse conditions, or

– after exposure to extreme stress in transit.

In such cases, have the unit checked by Bosch Security Systems.


Safety information


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. The documentation contains important safety instructions and information about permitted uses.

❚ Perform only the installation and operation steps described in this manual.

Any other actions may lead to personal injury, damage to property or damage to the equipment.

Maintenance and repair

❚ Never open the housing of the VIP X1. The unit does not contain any userserviceable parts.

❚ Never open the housing of the power supply unit. The power supply 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).

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Components supplied

❚ VIP X1 network video server (basic version or audio version)

❚ Power supply unit with four primary adapters

❚ Configuration cable

❚ Quick Installation Guide

❚ Product CD with the following content:

– Quick Installation Guide

– Manual

– System Requirements document

– Configuration Manager

– MPEG ActiveX control

– Player and Archive Player

– DirectX control

– Microsoft Internet Explorer

– Sun JVM

– Adobe Acrobat Reader

Note

Check that the delivery is complete and in perfect condition. Have your unit checked by Bosch Security Systems if you detect any damage.

System requirements for setup

❚ 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


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Configuration requirements


❚ 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. Make sure the graphics card is set to 16- or

32-bit color depth and that Sun JVM is installed and activated on your PC.

If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the

product CD supplied (see Components supplied, page 11).

Operational requirements


❚ Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system, access to a network and receiver software, for example VIDOS or Bosch Video Management

System or

❚ MPEG-4 compatible hardware decoder from Bosch Security Systems

(for example VIP X1D) as a receiver and connected video monitor

❚ For recording and playback: Access to an iSCSI server that is configured and ready for operation

Note

Take also note of the information in the System Requirements document on the product CD supplied. Make sure the graphics card for reception on the computer monitor is set to 16- or 32-bit color depth and that Sun JVM is installed and activated on your PC. If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the product CD supplied (see Compo-

nents supplied, page 11).

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Network video server

The VIP X1 is an ultra-compact network video server for one connected video source. It is primarily designed for encoding video and control data for transfer over an IP network. With its encoding in the MPEG-4 format, the VIP X1 is ideally suited for making existing analog CCTV cameras IP-compatible and for remote access to digital video recorders and multiplexers.

The VIP X1 is small enough to be easily integrated into small housings as well.

The use of existing networks means that integration with CCTV systems or local networks can be achieved quickly and easily.

Two units, a VIP X1 as a sender and a VIP XD as a receiver for example, can create a standalone system for data transfer without a PC. Video images from a single sender can be received simultaneously on multiple receivers. The audio version of the VIP X1 also allows the transmission of audio signals from and to compatible units. The PoE version (Power-over-Ethernet) of the VIP X1 enables power to be supplied via the network cable without an external power adapter.

This requires a network infrastructure that supports PoE standard IEEE

802.11af.

Receiver

Compatible MPEG-4 enabled hardware decoders (such as VIP XD) can be used as receivers. Computers with decoding software installed, such as VIDOS, or computers with the Microsoft Internet Explorer Web browser can also be used as receivers.

Video encoding

The VIP X1 uses the MPEG-4 video compression standard. Thanks to efficient encoding, the data rate remains low even with high image quality and can also be adapted to local conditions within wide limits.

Dual Streaming

Dual Streaming allows the incoming data stream to be encoded simultaneously according to two different, individually customized profiles. This feature creates two data streams that can serve different purposes, for example one for local recording and one optimized for transmission over the LAN.


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Multicast

In suitably configured networks, the multicast function enables simultaneous realtime video transmission to multiple receivers. The UDP and IGMP V2 protocols must be implemented on the network for this function.

Encryption

To prevent unauthorized access. the authentication process, as well as the actual data transmissions can be encrypted. Web browser connections can be protected using HTTPS.

Remote control

For remote control of external units such as pan or tilt heads for cameras or motorized zoom lenses, control data is transmitted via the VIP X1's bidirectional serial interface. This interface can also be used to transmit transparent data.

Tampering recognition and motion detectors

The VIP X1 offers a wide range of configuration options for alarm signaling in the event of tampering with the connected camera. An algorithm for detecting movement in the video image is also part of the scope of delivery and can optionally be extended to include special video analysis algorithms.

Snapshots

Individual video frames (snapshots) can be called up as JPEG images by the

VIP X1, stored on the computer's hard drive or displayed in a separate browser window.

Backup

A function for storing the video images displayed on the hard drive of your computer is available on the LIVEPAGE as well as on the RECORDINGS page.

Video sequences can be stored by means of a mouse click and can be redisplayed using the Player supplied as part of the scope of delivery.



Summary

The VIP X1 provides the following main functions:

❚ Video and data transmission over IP data networks

❚ Dual Streaming function for the encoder for simultaneous encoding with two individually definable profiles

❚ Multicast function for simultaneous picture transmission to multiple receivers

❚ Analog BNC composite video input (PAL/NTSC)

❚ Video encoding to international standard MPEG-4

❚ Integrated Ethernet port (10/100 Base-T)

❚ Transparent, bidirectional data channel with an RS232/RS422/RS485 serial interface

❚ Configuration and remote control for all internal functions with TCP/IP, also secured via HTTPS

❚ Password protection to prevent unauthorized connection or configuration changes

❚ Extensive, flexible recording options

❚ Four alarm inputs and one relay output

❚ Built-in video sensor for motion and tamper alarms

❚ Event-driven automatic connection

❚ Convenient maintenance via uploads

❚ Flexible control and data channel encryption

❚ Authentication according to international standard 802.1x

❚ PoE power supply according to IEEE standard 802.11af (variant)

The audio version also offers:

❚ Transmission and receipt of audio signals

❚ Bidirectional audio (mono) for line or microphone/speaker links

❚ Audio encoding to international standard G.711


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Connections on the front panel

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1 Audio line input Line In (audio version only)

3.5 mm stereo jack socket for connecting one audio line input signal

2 Terminal connector (audio version only) for microphone and loudspeaker connections

3 Audio line output Line Out (audio version only)

3.5 mm stereo jack socket for connecting an audio line output signal

4 Video input Video In

BNC socket for connecting a video source



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5 USB port for connecting a USB storage medium (external hard drive)

6 Factory reset button to restore factory default settings

7 Terminal block for alarm inputs, relay output, serial interface and power supply

8 Operating status LED lights up green when ready for operation

9 LED L lights up green when the unit is connected to the network

10 LED T flashes orange when data is being transmitted over the network

11 RJ45 socket ETH for connecting to an Ethernet LAN (local network),

10/100 MBit Base-T

For more information about the LEDs see page 126. For information about the

terminal block connections see page 127.


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Thanks to its ultra-compact dimensions, the VIP X1 is particularly well suited to installation in cabinets.

Caution

The unit is intended for use indoors or in housings. Select a suitable location for installation where the unit will not be subjected to conditions of extreme temperature or humidity. The ambient temperature must be between 0 and +50°C (+32 and +122°F); the relative humidity must not exceed 80%.

The unit generates heat during operation, so you should ensure that there is adequate ventilation and enough clearance between the unit and heatsensitive objects or equipment.

Please ensure the following installation conditions:

❚ Do not install the unit close to heaters or other heat sources. Avoid locations exposed to direct sunlight.

❚ Allow sufficient space for running cables.

❚ Ensure that the unit has adequate ventilation.

❚ When making connections, use only the cables supplied or use appropriate cables immune to electromagnetic interference.

❚ Position and run all cables so that they are protected from damage, and provide adequate cable strain relief where needed.

❚ Avoid impacts, blows and severe vibrations as these can irreparably damage the unit.


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Connections


Cameras

You can connect one video source to the VIP X1. Any cameras and other video sources that produce a standard PAL or NTSC signal are suitable.

– Connect the camera or another video source with a video cable (75 Ohm,

BNC connector) to the BNC Video In sockets.

– If the video signal is not looped through, termination is performed by a soft-

ware setting if necessary (see Video input, page 46).

Audio connections (audio version only)

The audio version of the VIP X1 has two audio ports for audio line signals as well as a microphone input and a loudspeaker output.

The audio signals are transmitted two-way and in sync with the video signals.

As a result, you can connect a speaker or door intercom system at the destination point, for example.

Note

If possible you should use the line ports of the intercom for transmitting audio signals on the intercom systems. The following specifications should be complied with in all cases.

Line In:

Line Out:

Impedance 9 kOhm typ., 5.5 V p-p

max. input voltage

Impedance 16 Ohm min., 3 V p-p

max. output voltage

MIC (microphone): Impedance 2 kOhm typ., 2.8 V p-p

–20 dB in, supply 2.3 V typ.

max. input voltage,

SPK (speaker): Impedance 4 Ohm min., 6 V p-p power output RMS 1 W

max. output voltage,

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The stereo jack plugs must be connected as follows:

Contact

Tip

Middle ring

Lower ring

Function

Channel 1 (camera)

Not used

Ground

– Connect an audio source with line level to the Line In jack socket of the

VIP X1 with a 3.5 mm stereo jack plug.

– Connect a unit with line-in connection to the Line Out jack socket of the

VIP X1 with a 3.5 mm stereo jack plug.

If you wish to connect a microphone and a loudspeaker directly:

– Connect the microphone cords to the MIC and GND connections on the pushin terminal.

– Connect the loudspeaker cords to the SPK connections on the push-in terminal.

Data interface

The bidirectional data interface is used to control units connected to the VIP X1, such as a dome camera with a motorized lens.

The interface supports the RS232, RS422 and RS485 transmission standards.

The interface is made up of four terminals of the ST500 jack (for pin assignment,

see page 127).

The range of controllable equipment is expanding constantly. The manufacturers of the relevant equipment provide specific information on installation and control.

Caution

Please take note of the appropriate documentation when installing and operating the unit to be controlled. The documentation contains important safety instructions and information about permitted uses.

Note

A video connection is necessary to transmit transparent data.


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Network

You can connect the VIP X1 to a 10/100 Base-T network using a standard UTP category 5 cable with RJ45 connectors.

– Connect the unit to the network using the ETH socket.

Alarm inputs

The VIP X1 has four alarm inputs on the orange terminal block (for pin assign-

ment, see page 127). The alarm inputs are used to connect to external alarm

devices such as door contacts or sensors. With the appropriate configuration, an alarm sensor can automatically connect the VIP X1 to a remote location, for example.

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.

– Connect the lines to the appropriate terminals on the orange terminal block

(IN1 to IN4) and check that the connection is secure.

Relay output

The VIP X1 has a relay output for switching external units such as lamps or sirens. This relay output can be activated manually during a connection session with the VIP X1. The output can also be configured to automatically activate sirens or other alarm units in response to an alarm signal. The relay output is

also located on the orange terminal block (for pin assignment, see page 128).

Caution

The maximum rating of the relay contact is 30 V and 2 A.

– Connect the lines to the appropriate terminals on the orange terminal block

(R) and check that the connection is secure.



USB interface

The USB interface supports the USB 2.0 standard and enables a connection to an external hard drive using a USB interface.

When a connection is first made to a USB hard drive, the VIP X1 checks whether a compatible file system exists on the hard drive. If none is available, the VIP X1 creates a new one. In doing so, all existing data is deleted. If a compatible file system is already present on the hard drive, any data already stored remains on the drive. The drive can then easily be used for further recordings.

A PC can also be used for playing back recordings, irrespective of whether a

connection to the VIP X1 exists (see page 116).

Caution

Check whether any other data that should be backed up exists on the drive before plugging in the drive. All other data on the drive is deleted as soon as the VIP X1 is switched on.

– Connect the external drive to the USB port of the VIP X1 using a USB cable.


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Power on/Power off


Power supply

The VIP X1 comes with a plug-in power supply unit (PSU) with four primary adapters and a terminal block. The VIP X1 does not have a power switch. The unit is ready for operation as soon as it is connected to the power supply.

Caution

The VIP X1 may only be operated using the supplied PSU with the correct primary adapter for your power outlet. Where necessary, use suitable equipment to ensure that the power supply is free from interference such as voltage surges, spikes or voltage drops.

Do not connect the VIP X1 to the power supply until all other connections have been made.

– Plug the terminal block with the PSU cable connected into the orange socket on the VIP X1.

– Ensure that the correct primary adapter is attached to the power supply unit and that a suitable power outlet is available.

– Plug the power supply unit into the grounded power outlet. The unit is ready for operation as soon as the "operating status" LED stops flashing red during start-up and lights up green.

Provided the network connection has been correctly made, the green L LED also lights up. The flashing orange T LED indicates data traffic on the network.



Setup using the Configuration Manager

The Configuration Manager program can be found on the product CD contained in the 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 X1 is an alternative to configuration by means of a Web browser, as described in chapter 5 of this manual.

Installing the program

– Insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer.

– If the CD does not start automatically, open the Configuration Manager directory using Windows Explorer and double click Setup.exe.

– Follow the on-screen instructions.

Configuring the VIP X1

You can start the Configuration Manager immediately after installation.

– Double click the icon on the desktop or start the program via the Start menu.

After the program has started, the network is immediately searched for compatible video servers.


Installation


– You can start the configuration if a VIP X1 is shown in the list in the left section of the window. To do this, click the entry for the unit.

– 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

192.168.0.30) and click the Set button at the bottom right of the window.

The new IP address is valid the next time you start the unit.

– If required, enter a new subnet mask and additional network data.

Note

You must restart to activate the new IP address, a new subnet mask or a gateway address.

Restart

You can trigger the restart directly with the assistance of the Configuration Manager:

– Right-click the entry for the unit in the list in the left section of the window and select the Reset command from the context menu.

Additional parameters

You can check and set additional parameters with the assistance of the Configuration Manager. You can find detailed information on this in the documentation for this program.



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Connecting

The integrated HTTP server in every VIP X1 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.

Note

Make sure the graphics card is set to 16- or 32-bit color depth and that Sun

JVM is installed and activated on your PC. If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the product CD supplied (see Com-

ponents supplied, page 11).

Instructions for using the Web browser can be found in its online help.

System requirements

❚ Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher)

❚ Monitor resolution 1024 × 768 pixels

❚ Network access (Intranet or Internet)

Note

Take also note of the information in the System Requirements document on the product CD supplied.

Installing MPEG ActiveX

Note

Suitable MPEG ActiveX software must be installed on the computer to allow the live video images to be played back. If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the product CD supplied

(see Components supplied, page 11).


Configuration using a Web browser


– 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.


Establishing the connection

The VIP X1 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 X1 as the URL. The connection is established and after a short time you will see the LIVEPAGE with the video image.

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Maximum number of connections

If you do not connect, the device may have reached its maximum number of connections. Depending on the device and network configuration, up to 25 Web browser, or up to 50 VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System connections to each VIP X1 are supported.

Protected VIP X1

If the VIP X1 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.

Note

The VIP X1 offers the option to limit the extent of access using various au-

thorization levels (see page 32).

– Enter the user name and associated password in the corresponding text fields.

– Click OK. If the password is entered correctly, the Web browser displays the page called up.

Protected network

If a RADIUS server is used in the network for the management of access rights

(802.1x authentication) the VIP X1 must be configurated accordingly, otherwise no communication is possible.

For configuration you must connect the VIP X1 directly to a computer using a crossed network cable since communication via the network is only possible when the parameters Identity and Password have been set and authentication

was successful (see page 88).




Configuration menu

You can access the configuration menu via the SETTINGS page. This menu displays all the parameters of the unit, arranged in groups.

You can view the current settings by opening one of the configuration screens.

You can change the settings by entering new values or by selecting a predefined value from a list field.

All parameter groups are described in this chapter in the order in which they are listed in the configuration menu, from the top of the screen to the bottom.

Caution

The settings in the configuration menu should only be processed or modified by expert users or system support personnel.

All settings are backed up in the VIP X1 memory so they are not lost even if the power fails.

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.

– Click one of the entries in the submenu. The Web browser opens the corresponding page.

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.



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Unit identification


Unit name:

You can give the VIP X1 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 or Bosch Video Management System programs.

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.

Unit ID:

Each VIP X1 should be assigned a unique identifier that you enter here as an additional means of identification.

Password

A VIP X1 is generally protected by a password to prevent unauthorized access to the unit. You can use different authorization levels (User name:) to control access.



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.

User name:

The VIP X1 operates with three user names: service, user and live, which correspond to different authorization levels.

The service user name is the highest authorization level. After entering the correct password, you can access all the functions of the VIP X1 and change all configuration settings.

The user user name is the middle authorization level. You use it to operate the unit and also to control cameras, but you cannot change the configuration.

The live user name is the lowest authorization level. It can only be used to view the live video image and switch between the different live image displays.

Password:

You can define and change a separate password for each user name if you are logged in as service or if the unit is not password protected.

Enter the password for the selected user name here.

Confirm password:

Enter the new password a second time to eliminate typing mistakes.

Note

The new password is only saved when you click the Set button.

You should therefore click the Set button immediately after entering and confirming a password, even if you also wish to subsequently assign a password to another user name.



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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. Since the unit time is controlled by the internal clock, there is no need to enter the day of the week - it is added automatically.

– Enter the current clock time or click the Synchr. PC button to apply the system time from your computer to the VIP X1.



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The VIP X1 can receive the time signal from a time server using various time server protocols, and then use it to set the internal clock. The unit polls the time signal automatically once every minute.

Unit time zone:

Select the time zone in which your system is located.

Daylight saving time:

The internal clock can automatically switch between normal and daylight saving time (DST). The unit already contains the data for DST-switchovers up to the year 2015. These can be used or modified, if required.

Note

If you do not create a table, there will be no automatic switching. When editing the table, please note that the values generally occur in linked pairs

(DST start and end dates).

– First check the timezone setting. If it is not correct, select the appropriate timezone for the system, and click the Set button.

– Click the Details button. A new window will open showing an empty table.

– Select the region or the city which is closest to the system's location from the list box below the table.

– Click the Generate button to fill the table with the preset values from the unit.

– Click one of the entries in the table to make changes. The entry will be highlighted.

– Clicking the Delete button will remove the entry from the table.

– Choose other values from the list boxes under the table, to change the selected entry. Changes are immediate.




– If there are empty lines at the bottom of the table, for example after deletions, you can add new data by marking the row and selecting values from the list boxes.

– When you are finished, click the OK button to save and activate the table.

Time server IP address:

Enter the IP address of the time server here.

Time server type:

Choose the protocol used by the selected time server. Always choose SNTP

server as protocol, if it is supported by the time server. This protocol provides higher accuracy and is required for certain applications, as well as for later addons.

Choose Time server, if the server uses RFC 868 as protocol.

Camera name

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 config-

ured to do so (see page 37). The camera name makes the task of administering

cameras in larger video monitoring systems easier, for example using the

VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System programs.

Camera 1:

Enter a unique, unambiguous name for the camera in this field.



Display stamping

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Various overlays or "stamps" in the video image provide important supplementary information. These overlays can be enabled individually and are arranged on the image in a clear manner.

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. Or it can be set to Off for no overlay information.

Alarm mode stamping:

Choose On to display a text message overlay in the event of an alarm. It can be displayed at a position of your choice that you can then specify using the Cus-

tom option. Or it can be set to Off for no overlay information.

– Select the desired position from the lists.

– If you select the Custom option, additional fields are displayed where you can specify the exact position (Position (XY):).

– In the Position (XY): fields enter the values for the desired position.




Displayed alarm message:

Enter the message to be displayed for an alarm. The maximum text length is

31 characters.

Video watermarking:

Choose On if you wish the transmitted video images to be "watermarked".

After activation, all images are marked with a small green rectangle. A red rectangle indicates that the sequence (live or saved) has been manipulated.



Picture settings

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You can set the video image of the 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.

– Move the slide control to the required position.

– Click Default to reset all settings to their default value.

Contrast (0...255):

You can use this function to adapt the contrast of the video image to your working environment.

Saturation (0...255):

You can use this function to adjust the color saturation so as to make the reproduction of colors on your monitor as realistic as possible.

Brightness (0...255):

You can use this function to adapt the brightness of the video image to your working environment.




Low-pass filter (0...255):

You can use this function to filter fine-grained noise out of the image. Thus you reduce and optimize the bandwidth necessary for image transmission over the network. This may reduce the image resolution.

The higher the value given by the slide control the smoother the image signal.

Check your settings controlling the video window next to the slide controls.

Also watch the indicator for the processor load displayed on top of the window

on the left of the unit name (compare page 126).



MPEG-4 encoder

For encoding the video signal you can select two profiles 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). To this end, the VIP X1 simultaneously generates two data streams (Dual Streaming), which compression settings you can select individually, for example one setting for transmissions to the Internet and one for LAN connections.

Pre-programmed profiles are available, each giving priority to different perspectives.

❚ Profile 1: Low bandwidth (CIF)

High quality for low bandwidth connections, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels

❚ Profile 2: Low delay (2/3 D1)

High quality with low delay, resolution 464 × 576/480 pixels

❚ Profile 3: High resolution (4CIF/D1)

High resolution for high bandwidth connections, resolution 704 × 576/480 pixels

❚ 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: GSM

For GSM connections at 9,600 baud, resolution 176 × 144/120 pixels

Active profile:

Here you can select the desired profile for each of the two streams. You will see a preview for each data stream in the right section of the window. The preview of the data stream currently selected is marked by a green frame. Above the previews, various additional items of information regarding data transmission are displayed and continually updated.

– Click a tab at the bottom to select the associated stream.

– Select the desired setting from the list.

Note

Stream 2 is always transmitted for alarm connections and automatic connections. Bear this fact in mind when assigning the profile.

Preview for:

Select which video data stream should be displayed in the previews. You can deactivate the display of the video images if the performance of the computer is affected too strongly by the decoding of the data streams.

Check the box for the required data stream.



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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.

Note

All parameters combine to make up a profile and are dependent on one another. If you enter a setting that is outside the permitted range for a particular parameter, the nearest permitted value will be substituted when the settings are saved.

Profile name:

You can enter a new name for the profile here. The name is then displayed in the list of available profiles in the Active profile: field.




Target data rate:

You can limit the data rate for the VIP X1 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.

Encoding interval:

The figure selected here determines the interval at which images are encoded and transmitted. For example, entering 4 means that only every fourth image is encoded, the following three are skipped - this can be particularly advantageous with low bandwidths. The image rate in ips (images per second) is displayed beside the text box.

Video resolution:

Here you can select the desired resolution for the MPEG-4 video image. The following resolutions are available:

❚ QCIF

❚ CIF

❚ 1/2 D1

❚ 2CIF

176 × 144/120 pixels

352 × 288/240 pixels

352 × 576/480 pixels

704 × 288/240 pixels

❚ 4CIF/D1 704 × 576/480 pixels

❚ 2/3 D1 464 × 576/480 pixels

Default

Click Default to return the profile to the factory default values.

Details

After clicking the Details >> button, further settings for image quality and communication parameters are displayed.

These settings require familiarity with MPEG and video encoding standards.

Incorrect settings could result in useless video images.



Max. data rate:

This maximum data rate is not exceeded under any circumstances. Depending on the video quality settings for the I- and P-frames, this fact can result in skipping of individual images.

The value entered here should be at least 10% higher than the value entered in the Target data rate field.

P-frame quality:

This setting allows you to adjust the image quality of the P-frames depending on the movement within the image. The Auto option automatically adjusts to the optimum combination of movement and image definition (focus). Selecting Man-

ual allows you to set a value between 4 and 31 on the slide control. The value 4 represents the best image quality with, if necessary, a lower frame refresh rate depending on the settings for the maximum data rate. A value of 31 results in a very high refresh rate and lower image quality.

I-frame quality:

This setting allows you to adjust the image quality of the I-frames. The Auto option automatically adjusts the quality to the settings for the P-frame video quality. Selecting Manual allows you to set a value between 4 and 31 on the slide control. The value 4 represents the best image quality with, if necessary, a lower frame refresh rate depending on the settings for the maximum data rate.

A value of 31 results in a very high refresh rate and lower image quality.

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.



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Video input


You can activate the 75 Ohm terminating resistor for the video input on the VIP X1. The terminating resistance must be deactivated for the video signal to be looped through. The video input is closed at the time of delivery.

75 Ohm termination:

Select Off if the video signal is to be looped through.

Source type:

To allow video recorders to be connected as a video source, you can change the characteristic of the video source from the preset value of Camera to VCR.

Video recorders require a more tolerant setting for the internal PLL as a result of jitter effects caused by the mechanical components of a video recorder.

Note

In some cases, selecting the VCR option can lead to an improvement in the video image even with a camera connected.



Audio settings (audio version only)

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You can set the gain of the audio signals to suit your specific requirements.

The current video image is shown in the small window next to the slide controls to help you check the selected audio source and improve assignments. Your changes are effective immediately.

If you connect via Web browser you must activate the audio transmission on the

Livepage configuration page (see page 94). For other connections the trans-

mission depends on the audio settings of the respective system.

Line In 1: / Microphone (MIC):

You can set the gain of the audio signal for the line input and for the microphone input. Make sure that the display does not go beyond the green zone during modulation.

Line Out/Speaker (SPK):

You can set the gain of the line and loudspeaker output. Make sure that the display does not go beyond the green zone during modulation.

Selection

Click one of the option boxes and then click Set to display the level of the respective audio input for orientation and to set the gain.



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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 × 144/120 pixels (QCIF)

❚ Medium 352 × 288/240 pixels (CIF)

❚ Large 704 × 576/480 pixels (4CIF)

File name:

You can select how file names will be created for the individual images which are transmitted.

❚ Overwrite: The same file name is always used and any existing file will be overwritten with the current file.

❚ Increment: A number from 000 to 255 is added to the file name and automatically incremented by 1. When it reaches 255 it starts again from 000.

❚ Date/time suffix: The date and time are automatically added to the file name.

When setting this parameter, ensure that the unit's date and time are always correctly set. Example: the file snap011005_114530.jpg was stored on October 1, 2005 at 12.45 p.m. and 30 seconds.



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.

Path on FTP server:

Enter the exact path on which you wish to post the images on the FTP server.



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Storage medium


You can record the images from the camera connected to the VIP X1 on an

external USB hard drive (see page 23) or in an appropriately configured iSCSI

storage device.

It is also possible to let the Video Recording Manager (VRM) control all recording, when accessing an iSCSI server. The VRM is an external program for configuring recording tasks for video servers. For further information, please contact your local customer service at Bosch Security Systems.

Type:

Select the desired storage medium to subsequently configure the recording parameters.

If you select VRM, the Video Recording Manager will manage all recording, and you will not be able to make any further configurations here.

Caution

If you switch the storage medium from iSCSI server to USB hard drive, the settings on the iSCSI settings page will be lost and can only be restored by reconfiguring them.



Storage information

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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 Log 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.



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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).

iSCSI IP address:

– Enter the IP address of the required iSCSI server here.

– Click the Read button. The connection to the IP address will be established.

The iSCSI LUN map field contains the corresponding logical drives.


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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.

Note

In cases where the information cannot be read due to the network topology, you must enter the data manually, so that the VIP X1 can access the drive. In this case you should ensure that the entries correspond exactly with the configuration of the iSCSI device.

– After entering all the settings in the relevant fields, click Set. The VIP X1 attempts to create a connection to the required drive using this data.

As soon as a connection has been established, the selected drive is used for recordings.

Target IP address:

Enter the IP address of the required iSCSI server here.

Target node:

Enter the number of the iSCSI server target node.

Target LUN:

Enter the LUN of the required drive.

Target password:

If the drive is password protected, enter the password.

Note

You may not enter a new password. This is only possible by configuring the iSCSI storage device.




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 1"

Decoupling the drive in use

Each drive can only be associated with one user. If a drive is already being used by another person, you can decouple the drive and connect the drive with the VIP X1.

– Double-click a drive that is already being used in the LUN map. You will see a warning message.

– Confirm the decoupling of the current user. The drive is released and can now be connected to the VIP X1.



Storage information

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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 Log 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.



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Partitioning


One partition can be set up for recordings of the camera connected to the VIP X1, 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.

One partition is already pre-configured in the default configuration.

The partition is listed in the table on the page Partitioning together with the number of the video input (Camera), its partition name, alarm tracks, type and size.

In addition, the page provides you with an overview of the drive data; for example total memory and partitioned memory. A pie chart indicates how much memory space is partitioned for recordings.

Creating a partition

Note

You can set up only one partition.

Creating a new partition is performed using separate windows in which information is presented to you and you are led step by step through the necessary settings.

The process must be completed once.



– 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.

– Click the << Back button in the lower section of the window to view the previous step again.

– Click the Cancel button to cancel the process and close the help.

Saving changes

After you have made all necessary settings, you must transfer the settings to the unit and save them. To do this, you need to quit the help in the last window using the Finish button.




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.



Partition status

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This window provides information about the current configuration of the partition.

No changes can be made here.

– In the list, click the partition to highlight it.

– Click the Partition status button. A window will open showing information on the partition.

– Click OK to close the window.



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Editing a partition


You can modify the configuration of the partition at any time.

Caution

Changes to the partition lead to a reorganization of the partition, resulting in the loss of all sequences stored on it. Consequently, you should back up all important sequences on the computer's hard drive before modifying the partition.

You can perform the required modifications in the Partition properties window.

– In the list, click the partition to highlight it.

– Click the Edit partition button. A new window with the entries for the partition is opened.

– Enter the necessary changes.

– Click the Set button to save the modifications.

– After closing the window, click the Set button in the main window to transfer the changes to the unit and to save them.



Type of recording:

Select the required recording type.

In the case of Ring mode the recording proceeds continuously. If the maximum hard drive space has been reached, the oldest recordings are automatically overwritten.

In the case of Linear mode the recording proceeds until the entire hard drive space is full. The recording is then stopped until old recordings have been deleted.

Number of alarm tracks:

Caution

Alarm tracks must be set up in the partition for alarm recording.

The unit uses a special recording mode during alarm recording for optimal usage of storage capacity: as soon as a time gap for alarm recording begins, a recording is continuously made on one segment, which is the size of a complete alarm sequence (pre- and post-alarm time).

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.

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 61) is set for a partition, the latest alarm

recordings are always saved in the preset number. If the option Linear mode is selected, the recording is stopped as soon as the total number of alarm tracks has been recorded.

Alarm track size:

The size for an alarm track can be calculated according to various parameters.

The calculated size applies to all alarm tracks for the partition.

– Click the Calculate button. A window will open.

– Select the appropriate setting for each parameter from the list boxes.

Click the Set button to accept the calculated value.




Format!

You can delete all recordings in the partition at any time.

Caution

Check the recordings before deleting and back up important sequences on the computer's hard drive.

– Click the Format! button to delete all recordings in the partition.

Delete all partitions

You can delete the partition at any time.

Caution

Deleting the partition leads to the entire hard drive being reorganized and the loss of all sequences stored on the drive. Consequently, you should check the recordings before deleting any partition and back up important sequences on the computer's hard drive.

– Click the Delete all partitions button. The line remains in the display containing the number 01, the partition name is deleted and the size is indicated as 0.

– Click the Set button to transfer the changes to the unit and to save them.



Recording profiles

You can define up to ten separate recording profiles. You then assign these to

individual days or times of day in the recording scheduler (see page 63).

Note

You can modify the names of the recording profiles on the tabs in the Re-

cording scheduler page (see page 63).

– Click one of the tabs to edit the corresponding profile.

– In the list click the name of the camera input to edit the settings.

– Click the Default button to return all settings to their defaults, if appropriate.

– Click the Copy settings button if you want to copy the currently visible settings to another profile. A dialog will appear, and you can select the target profile for the copied settings.

– Click the Set button in each profile tab to save the settings in the device.




Standard profile:

You can select the encoder profile to use for continual recording (compare

page .42).

Note

The recording profile can deviate from the standard setting Active profile and is only used during an active recording.

Encoder:

You can select which data stream to record here.

Alarm track recording:

Note

This parameter is only active, if the alarm tracks have been configured

(see page 61).

– Click the checkbox to activate alarm track recording. The pre-alarm time gap will be displayed automatically.

Post-alarm time:

You can select the post-alarm time gap from the list box.

Post-alarm profile:

You can select the encoder profile to use for recording during the post-alarm

time (compare page 42). The Standard profile option sets this to the same as

the standard profile.



Alarm input/Motion alarm/Video loss alarm:

You can select the alarm sensor that is to trigger a recording.

Note

The alarm sensor must be active to be able to trigger the recording.

The alarm inputs and video loss alarm are activated on the page Alarm

sources (see page 69). The motion alarm is configured and activated on

the page VCA (see page 73).

The numbering of the check boxes for the alarm inputs corresponds to the labeling of the alarm inputs on the VIP X1.



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Recording scheduler


In the recording scheduler you can assign weekdays and times to the recording profiles you have created during which images from the camera should be recorded in the event of an alarm.

You can assign as many time periods (in 15-minute intervals) for any day of the week to a profile. When you move the mouse cursor over the table, the time is displayed.

In addition to weekdays, you can also define holidays which differ from the regular scheduling for the week. This allows you to apply the settings for Sundays to other dates that fall on varying weekdays.

– Click the profile in the Time periods field that you want to assign intervals to.

– Click a field in the table, and holding the left mouse button down drag the cursor across all of the fields to be assigned to the selected profile.

– Use the right mouse button to deselect any of the intervals.

– Click the Select all button to select all of the intervals to be assigned to the selected profile.



– Click the Clear all button to deselect all of the intervals.

– When you are finished, click the Set button to save the settings in the device.

Holidays

You can define holidays, which will override the settings for the normal weekly schedule. This allows you to apply the settings for Sundays to other dates that fall on varying weekdays.

– Click the Holidays tab. Any days, which have already been defined, will be shown in the table.

– Click the Add button. This will open a new window.

– Select the desired date from the calendar. By dragging the mouse you can select a range of dates. These are handled as a single entry in the table.

– Click OK to accept the selection. The window will close.

– Assign the defined holidays to the recording profile as described above.

Delete holidays

You can delete user-defined holidays at any time.

– Click the Delete button. This will open a new window.

– Click the date to be deleted.

– Click OK. The selection is removed from the table and the window closed.

– Repeat for any other dates to be deleted.

Time periods

You can change the names of the recording profiles.

– Select a profile by clicking and then click Rename.

– Enter the desired name and click Rename again.




Activate recording

After configuration, you must activate the recording scheduler and start the recording.

After starting, the pages Recording profiles and Recording scheduler are deactivated, and the configuration cannot be modified.

You can terminate recording at any time and modify settings.

– Click the Start button to activate the recording scheduler.

– Click the Stop button to deactivate the recording scheduler. Recordings that are currently running will be interrupted and the configuration can be modified.

Recording status:

The graphic indicates the recording activity of the VIP X1. You will see an animated graphic while recording is taking place.



Alarm sources

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You can configure the possible alarm triggers for the VIP X1 (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.

Name:

You can enter a name for each alarm input, which is then displayed below the icon for the alarm input on the LIVEPAGE if configured correctly (see Livepage

configuration, page 94).

Video loss alarm:

Activate the checkbox if you want an interruption of the video signal to also trigger an alarm.



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Alarm connections


You can select how the VIP X1 responds to an alarm. In the event of an alarm, the unit can automatically connect to a pre-defined IP address. You can enter up to 10 IP addresses to which the VIP X1 will connect in sequence in the event of an alarm, until a connection is made.

Connect on alarm:

Select On so that the VIP X1 automatically connects to a predefined IP address in the event of an alarm.

By setting Follows input 1 the unit maintains the connection that has been automatically established for as long as an alarm exists on alarm input 1.

Note

Stream 2 is always transmitted for alarm connections. Bear this fact in

mind when assigning the profile (see page 42).

Number of destination IP address:

Specify the numbers of the IP addresses to be contacted in the event of an alarm. The unit contacts the remote stations one after the other in the numbered sequence until a connection is made.

Destination IP address:

For each number enter the corresponding IP address for the desired remote station.



Destination password:

If the remote station is password protected, enter the password here.

You can save up to ten target IP-addresses on this page. This means that also only ten passwords for connections can be defined here. If more than ten connections are necessary, for example when connections are initiated by a controlling system, such as VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System, you can define a general password. The VIP X1 can make connections with this general password to all devices protected by that same password. In such cases, proceed as follows:

– Select 10 in the Number of destination IP address list box.

– Enter 0.0.0.0 in the Destination IP address field.

– Enter the password in the Destination password field.

– Set the user password of all the devices to be connected to this password.

Note

Setting target 10 to the destination IP address 0.0.0.0 will override its function as the tenth address to try for auto-connect by the VIP X1 on alarm.

Instead the parameter is used only to store the general password.

Remote port:

Choose the browser-port, depending on the network configuration. Port 443 for

HTTPS connections is only available if the On option in SSL encryption is active.

SSL encryption:

SSL encryption can be used to protect data, such as the password, used for connection establishment. If you activate the On option, only encrypted ports are available for the Remote port parameter.

Note

SSL encryption must be activated and configured on both sides of a connection. The appropriate certificates must also have been uploaded to the

VIP X1 (see page 99).

You can configure and activate encryption for media data (video, audio, meta-

data) on the Encryption page (see page 91).




Auto-connect:

Select the On option to automatically re-establish a connection to one of the previously specified IP addresses after each restart, 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).

Audio: (audio version only)

Select the option On if you wish to additionally transmit a standalone G.711 encoded audio stream with alarm connections.



VCA

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The VIP X1 contains an integrated video content analysis (VCA), which can detect and analyze changes in the signal on the basis of image processing.

Such changes can be due to movements in the camera's field of view.

– Enter the desired settings.

– If necessary, click the Default button to return all settings to their default values.

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 preview window next to the parameter settings. If you have selected MOTION+ analysis, for example, the sensor fields in which movement is registered are marked by rectangles.




Note

On the Livepage configuration page, you can enable additional informa-

tion overlays for the live video image too (see page 96).

Analysis type:

Select the required analysis algorithm. By default, only MOTION+ is available – this offers a motion detector and essential recognition of tampering. The current alarm status is displayed for information purposes.

Note

Additional analysis algorithms with comprehensive functions such as

IVMD are available from Bosch Security Systems.

Motion detector (MOTION+ only)

For the detector to function, the following conditions must be met:

❚ Analysis must be activated.

❚ At least one sensor field must be activated.

❚ The individual parameters must be configured to suit the operating environment and the desired responses.

❚ The sensitivity must be set to a value greater than zero.

Caution

Reflections of light (off glass surfaces, etc.), switching lights on or off or changes in the light level caused by cloud movement on a sunny day can trigger unintended responses from the motion detector and generate false alarms. Run a series of tests at different times of the day and night to ensure that the video sensor is operating as intended.

For indoor surveillance, ensure constant lighting of the areas during the day and at night.

Sensitivity: (MOTION+ only)

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: (MOTION+ only)

You can specify the number of sensor fields that a moving object must cover to generate an alarm. This setting prevents objects that are too small from triggering an alarm.

A minimum value of 4 is recommended. This value corresponds to four sensor fields.

Global change %: (MOTION+ only)

You can define the percentage of sensor fields that must register a change simultaneously before generating an alarm. This setting is independent of the sensor fields selected under Select area.

This option allows you to detect, independently of motion alarms, manipulation of the orientation or location of a camera resulting from turning the camera mounting bracket, for instance.

Selecting the area (MOTION+ only)

The areas of the image to be monitored by the motion detector can be selected.

The video image is subdivided into 858 square sensor fields. You can activate or deactivate each of these fields individually. If you wish to exclude particular regions of the camera's field of view from monitoring due to continuous movement (by a tree in the wind, etc.), the relevant fields can be deactivated.

– Click Select area to configure the sensor fields. A new window will open.

– If necessary, click Clear all first to clear the current selection (fields marked red).

– Left-click the fields to be activated. Activated fields are marked red.

– If necessary, click Select all to select the entire video frame for monitoring.

– Right-click any fields you wish to deactivate.

– Click OK to save the configuration.

– Click the close button (X) in the window title bar to close the window without saving the changes.




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. Dome cameras or other motorized cameras cannot be protected in this manner as the movement of the camera itself causes changes in the video image that are too great.

Sensitivity:

Note

This and the following parameter are only accessible if the reference check is activated.

The basic sensitivity of the tamper detection can be adjusted for the environmental conditions to which the camera is subject.

The algorithm reacts to the differences between the reference image and the current video image. The darker the observation area, the higher the value that must be selected.

Trigger delay (sec):

You can set delayed alarm triggering. The alarm is only triggered after a set time interval in seconds has elapsed and then only if the triggering condition still exists. If the original condition has been restored before this time interval elapses, the alarm is not triggered. This allows you to avoid false alarms triggered by short-term changes, for example cleaning activities in the direct field of vision of the camera.

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. The average brightness of the scene provides a basis for recognition.



Scene too noisy

Activate this function if tampering associated with EMC interference (noisy scene as the result of a strong interference signal in the vicinity of the video lines), as an example, should trigger an alarm.

Reference check

You can save a reference image that is continuously compared with the current video image. If the current video image in the marked areas differs from the reference image, an alarm is triggered. This allows you to detect tampering that would otherwise not be detected, for example if the camera is turned.

– Click Reference to save the currently visible video image as a reference.

– Click Select area and select the areas in the reference image that are to be monitored.

– Check the box Reference check to activate on-going matching. The stored reference image is displayed in black and white below the current video image, and the selected areas are marked in red.




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. A new window will open.

– If necessary, click Clear all first to clear the current selection (fields marked red).

– Left-click the fields to be activated. Activated fields are marked red.

– If necessary, click Select all to select the entire video frame for monitoring.

– Right-click any fields you wish to deactivate.

– Click OK to save the configuration.

– Click the close button (X) in the window title bar to close the window without saving the changes.



Alarm e-mail

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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 X1 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.

Mail server IP address:

Enter the IP address of a mail server that operates on the SMTP standard (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol). Outgoing e-mails are sent to the mail server via the address you entered. Otherwise leave the box blank (0.0.0.0).

Layout:

You can select the data format of the alarm message.

❚ Standard (with JPEG): e-mail with attached JPEG image file.

❚ SMS: e-mail in SMS format to an e-mail-to-SMS gateway (for example to send an alarm by cellphone) without an image attachment.




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 enable the attachment of JPEG images of the camera.

Destination address:

Enter the e-mail address for alarm e-mails here. The maximum address length is 49 characters.

Sender name:

Enter a unique name for the e-mail sender, for example the location of the unit.

This will make it easier to identify the origin of the e-mail.

Send e-mail for testing:

Test the e-mail function by clicking the Send now button. An alarm e-mail is immediately created and sent.



Relay

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You can configure the switching behavior of the relay output. 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.

You can select different events that automatically activate the output. It is possible, for example, to turn on a floodlight by triggering a motion alarm and then turning the light off again when the alarm has stopped.

Idle state:

Select Open if you want the relay to operate as an NO contact, or select Closed if the relay is to operate as an NC contact.

Operating mode:

Select an operating mode for the relay.

For example, if you want an alarm-activated lamp to stay on after the alarm ends, select Bistable. If you wish an alarm-activated siren to sound for 10 seconds, for example, select 10 sec.




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

❚ Motion alarm 1

Trigger by means of motion alarm as configured on the page VCA (see

page 73)

❚ Local input 1

Trigger by external alarm input 1

❚ Remote input 1

Trigger by remote station's switching contact (only if a connection exists)

Relay name:

You can assign a name for the relay here. The name is shown on the button next to Trigger relay. The Livepage can also be configured to display the name under the relay icon.

Trigger relay:

Click the button to trigger the relay manually (for testing or to operate a door opener, for example).



COM1

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You can configure the serial interface parameters (orange terminal block) to meet your requirements.

Note

If the VIP X1 is working in multicast mode (see page 89), the first remote

location to establish a video connection to the unit is also assigned the transparent data connection. However after about 15 seconds of inactivity the data connection is automatically terminated and another remote location can exchange transparent data with the unit.

Serial port function:

Select a controllable unit from the list. If you wish to use the serial port to transmit transparent data, select Transparent. Select Terminal if you wish to operate the unit from a terminal.

Note

After selecting a unit, the remaining parameters in the window are set automatically and should not be changed.

Camera ID:

If necessary, enter the ID of the peripheral you wish to control (for example a dome camera or pan/tilt head).



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Baud rate:

Select the value for the transmission rate in bit/s.


Data bits:

The number of data bits per character cannot be changed.

Stop bits:

Select the number of stop bits per character.

Parity check:

Select the type of parity check.

Interface mode:

Select the desired protocol for the serial interface.

Half-duplex mode:

Choose the setting appropriate for your application.



Network

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The settings in this screen are used to integrate the VIP X1 into an existing network.

Caution

Some changes, for example 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!

Note the indicator Reboot after ’Set’ necessary!




– Click Set after entering a new IP address.

– To restart the unit, enter the old IP address followed by /reset (for example

192.168.0.30/reset) in the address bar of your Web browser. The

VIP X1 restarts, after which it can only be accessed at the new IP address.

IP address:

Enter the desired IP address for the VIP X1 in this field. The IP address must be valid for the network.

Subnet mask:

Enter the appropriate subnet mask for the selected IP address here.

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. The TCP protocol does not support multicast connections.

Note

The MTU value in UDP mode is 1514 bytes.

HTTP browser port:

Select a different HTTP browser port from the list if required. The default HTTP port is 80. If you want to limit connection to HTTPS you must deactivate the

HTTP port. To do this activate the Off option.



HTTPS browser port:

To limit browser access to encrypted connections, choose an HTTPS port from the list. The standard HTTPS port is 443. By activating the Off option, you can deactivate HTTPS ports and limit connections to unencrypted ports.

The VIP X1 uses the TLS 1.0 encryption protocol. Ensure that the browser has been configured to support this protocol. Also ensure that Java application support is activated (in the Java Plug-in Control Panel of the Windows Control

Panel).

Note

If you want to limit connections to SSL encryption, you must set the Off option in the HTTP browser port, the RCP+ port 1756, and Telnet support.

This deactivates all unencrypted connections allowing connections on the

HTTPS port only.

You can configure and activate encryption for media data (video, audio, meta-

data) on the Encryption page (see page 91).

RCP+ port 1756:

You can activate the unencrypted RCP+ port 1756 for exchanging connection data. If you want to allow only encrypted connections, you must set the Off option to deactivate the port.

Telnet support:

If you want to allow only encrypted connections, you must set the Off option to deactivate Telnet support, making Telnet connections impossible.

Ethernet link type:

Choose the setting appropriate for your application.

1. SNMP host address: / 2. SNMP host address:

The VIP X1 supports the SNMP V2 (Simple Network Management Protocol) for managing and monitoring network components, and can send SNMP messages

(traps) to IP addresses. It supports SNMP MIB II in the unified code. If you wish to send SNMP traps, enter the IP addresses of one or two required target devices here.




SNMP traps:

You can choose, which traps are sent.

– Click Select. A dialog box appears.

– Click the check boxes of the appropriate traps.

– Click OK to close the window and send all of the checked traps.

Authentication:

If a RADIUS server controls access rights in the network, you must activate authentication here. Otherwise there will be no communication with the device.

The respective data must also be stored in the RADIUS server.

For configuration you must connect the VIP X1 directly to a computer using a crossed network cable since communication via the network is only possible when the parameters Identity and Password have been set and authentication was successful.

Identity:

Enter the user name that the RADIUS server uses for identification of the

VIP X1.

Password:

Enter the password that is stored in the RADIUS server.

Automatic IP assignment:

If the network has a DHCP server for dynamic IP allocation, you can activate the acceptance of the automatically assigned IP address here. In this case, the IP entered above on this page will be overwritten the next time the unit boots

(restart).

Caution

The DHCP server must support the allocation of static IP addresses based on MAC addresses and must be configured accordingly, so that the unit receives the same IP address after each restart. If not, the unit may no longer be accessible via its IP address, or controlling systems, such as

VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System loose the allocations.



Multicasting

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In addition to a 1:1 connection between an encoder and a single receiver (unicast), the VIP X1 can enable multiple receivers to receive the video signal simultaneously. The device either duplicates the data stream itself and then distributes it to multiple receivers (Multi-unicast) or it sends a single data stream to the network, where the data stream is simultaneously distributed to multiple receivers in a defined group (Multicast). For each encoder (video input) you can enter a dedicated multicast address and port for each stream. You can switch between the streams by clicking the appropriate tabs.

Note

Multicast operation requires a multicast-enabled network that uses the

UDP and the Internet Group Management IGMP protocols. Other group management protocols are not supported. The TCP protocol does not support multicast connections.

A special IP address (class D address) must be configured for multicast operation in a multicast-enabled network.

The network must support group IP addresses and the Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP V2). The address range is from 225.0.0.0 to

239.255.255.255.

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.

Multicast address video 1:

Enter a valid multicast address for each stream to be operated in multicast mode

(duplication of the data streams in the network).




With the setting 0.0.0.0 the encoder for the relevant stream operates in multi-unicast mode (copying of data streams in the unit). The VIP X1 supports multi-unicast connections for up to five simultaneously connected receivers.

Note

Duplication of data places a heavy demand on the unit and can lead to impairment of the image quality under certain circumstances.

Port:

Assign a different port to each data stream if there are simultaneous data streams at the same multicast address.

Enter the port address of the required stream here.

Streaming

Click the checkbox to activate multicast streaming mode for the relevant stream.

An enabled stream is indicated by a check mark.

Multicast packet TTL:

You can enter a value to specify how long the multicast data packets are active on the network. This value must be greater than one if multicast is to be run via a router.



Encryption

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Encryption:

You can activate the encryption of media data (video, audio, meta data) here.

Activation here also causes the exchange of connection data (RCP+) to be encrypted.

Caution

If you want to have encrypted data channels, you should only allow secured Web browser connections via SSL. To do this, you must deactivate

all open ports and protocols (see page 87). Connections then are possible

via an HTTPS port only.

You can select data channels individually for encryption. As soon as a key has been generated, only encrypted data is transmitted in the respective channel. If you delete the key, unencrypted data is transmitted in the respective channel.

Note

Encrypting video data requires a lot of computing power.




– Select On in the Encryption: list box to activate encryption. Activation generates keys for all channels.

– Click the Keys >> button to display a list of data channels and associated keys.

– Click an entry to select it.

– Hold the [Ctrl] key down to mark multiple entries.

– Click the Clear keys button to delete the keys for the marked channel. The data in this channel is no longer encrypted.

– Click the Generate keys button to generate a new key for a marked channel.

– Click the Edit button to enter a key for a marked entry manually.

Automatic key exchange:

You can activate an automatic key exchange between two devices (or a device and a software decoder) across an encrypted connection. If the checkbox is marked keys are exchanged automatically.



Version information

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The details in this window are for information only and cannot be changed. Keep a record of these numbers in case technical assistance is required.

Note

You can use the mouse to mark and copy the firmware and hardware version numbers, for example to send them via e-mail.



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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. The file paths must correspond to the access mode (for example C:\Images\Logo.gif for access to local files, or http://www.mycompany.com/images/logo.gif for access via the Internet/Intranet).

For access via the Internet/Intranet, ensure that a connection is always available to display the image. The image file is not stored in the VIP X1.

– Check the box for the items that are to be displayed on the LIVEPAGE.

The selected items are indicated by a check mark.



– Go to the LIVEPAGE to check whether and how the required items are displayed.

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. 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.

Note

If you want to use the original graphics again, simply delete the entries in the fields URL for logo and URL for device logo.

Transmit audio: (audio version only)

The audio signals are sent in a separate data stream parallel to the video data, and so increase the network load. The audio data are encoded according to

G.711 and require an additional bandwidth of approx. 80 kBit/s for each connection.

Show alarm inputs:

Alarm inputs are shown next to the video image as icons, along with their assigned names. If an alarm is active the corresponding icon changes color.

Show relay output:

The relay output is shown next to the video image as an icon, along with its assigned name. If the relay is switched, the icon changes color.




Show VCA metadata:

Additional information from the video content analysis VCA are displayed in the

live video image, if the analysis is activated (see page 73). If you have selected

MOTION+ analysis, for example, the sensor fields in which movement is registered are marked by rectangles.

Show VCA trajectories: (IVMD 2.0 only)

The trajectories (motion lines of objects) generated by the video content analysis with IVMD 2.0 algorithm are displayed in the live video image, if this analysis

type is activated (see page 73).

Show event log:

The event messages are displayed along with the date and time in a field next to the video image.

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.

Save system log:

Check this option to save system 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.

File for event log:

Enter the path to save the event log here.

– If necessary, click Browse to find a suitable folder.



File for system log:

Enter the path to save the system log here.


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Path for JPEG and MPEG files:

Enter the path for the storage location of individual images and video sequences that you can save from the LIVEPAGE.


Licenses

You can enter the activation key to release additional functions or software modules.

Note

The activation key cannot be deactivated again and is not transferable to other units.



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Maintenance


Firmware upload:

The VIP X1 is designed in such a way that its functions and parameters can be updated with 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 X1 can be serviced and updated remotely without a technician having to change the installation on site.

You obtain the current firmware from your customer service or from the download area on our Internet site.

Caution

Before launching the firmware upload make sure that you have selected the correct upload file. Uploading the wrong files can result in the unit no longer being addressable, in which case you must replace the unit.

You should never interrupt the installation of firmware. An interruption can lead to the faulty programming of the flash-EPROM. This in turn can result in the unit no longer being addressable, in which case it will have to be replaced.

– First store the firmware file on your hard drive.

– Enter the full path of the firmware file in the field or click Browse... button to locate and select the file.

– Next, click Upload to begin transferring the file to the unit. The progress bar allows you to monitor the transfer.

The new firmware is unpacked and the Flash EPROM is reprogrammed.

The time remaining is shown by the message going to reset Reconnecting

in ... seconds. The unit restarts automatically once the upload has successfully completed.



If the operating status LED lights up red, the upload has failed and must be repeated. To perform the upload you must now switch to a special page:

– In the address bar of your browser, enter /main.htm after the IP address of the VIP X1 (for example 192.168.0.30/main.htm).

– Repeat the upload.

Configuration download:

You can save configuration data for the VIP X1 on a computer and then load saved configuration data from a computer to the unit.

– Click the Download button. The computer displays a dialog box.

– Follow the on-screen instructions to save the current settings.

Configuration upload:

– Enter the full path of the file to upload or click Browse... to select the required file.

– Make certain that the file to be loaded comes from the same device type as the unit you want to reconfigure.

– Next, click Upload to begin transferring the file to the unit. The progress bar allows you to monitor the transfer.

Once the upload is complete the new configuration is activated. The time remaining is shown by the message going to reset Reconnecting in ... sec-

onds. The unit restarts automatically once the upload has successfully completed.

SSL certificate upload:

In order to work with an SSL connection, both sides of the connection must possess the appropriate certificates. You can upload a certificate consisting of one or more files to the VIP X1 here.

Files must be uploaded one at a time.

– Enter the complete path name of the file you wish to upload, or click

Browse... to locate the file.

– Click Upload to start the file transfer.




– After successful upload of all files you must reboot the device. Enter the IP address of the VIP X1 followed by /reset (for example 192.168.0.30/ reset) in the address bar of your Web browser.

The new SSL certificate is valid.



Function test

The VIP X1 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 X1 operates as expected in the event of an alarm.

Your check should include the following functions:

❚ Can the VIP X1 be called remotely?

❚ Does the VIP X1 transmit all the data required?

❚ Does the VIP X1 respond to alarm events as required?

❚ Do the recordings occur as intended?

❚ Is it possible to control peripherals if necessary?






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Operation with Microsoft Internet Explorer

A computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher) can receive live images from the VIP X1, control cameras or other peripherals and replay stored video sequences.

Note

Make sure the graphics card is set to 16- or 32-bit color depth and that

Sun JVM is installed and activated on your PC. If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the product CD supplied (see

Components supplied, page 11). You can find notes on using Internet

Explorer in the online help in Internet Explorer.


❚ Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system, access to a network and

Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or higher)

❚ Monitor resolution 1024 × 768 pixels, 16- or 32-bit color depth

❚ For playing back recordings: connection to iSCSI server

Note

Take also note of the information in the System Requirements document on the product CD supplied.


Note

Suitable MPEG ActiveX software must be installed on the computer to allow the live video images to be played back. If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the product CD supplied


– 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.



Operation


Establishing the connection

The VIP X1 must be assigned a valid IP address to operate on your network.


– Start the Web browser.

– Enter the IP address of the VIP X1 as the URL. The connection is established and after a short time you will see the LIVEPAGE with the video image.

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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 37).

Other information may be shown next to the live video image on the LIVEPAGE.

What is shown will depend on the settings you have made on the Livepage con-

figuration screen (see page 94).

Maximum number of connections

If you do not connect, the device may have reached its maximum number of connections. Depending on the device and network configuration, up to 25 Web browser, or up to 50 VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System connections to each VIP X1 are supported.

Protected VIP X1

If the VIP X1 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.

Note

The VIP X1 offers the option to limit the extent of access using various au-

thorization levels (see page 32).

– Enter the user name and password in the corresponding text fields.

– Click OK. If the password is entered correctly, the Web browser displays the page called up.

Image selection

You can view the image from the camera in different displays.

– 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 image.


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Camera control

Control options for peripherals (for example a pan/tilt head or a dome camera) depend on the type of unit installed and on the configuration of the VIP X1.

If a controllable unit is configured and connected to the VIP X1, the controls for the unit are displayed next to the video image.

– To control a peripheral, click the appropriate controls.

– Move the mouse pointer over the video image. Additional options for controlling peripherals are displayed with the mouse pointer.

Digital I/O

The alarm icons Input 1 ... Input 4 are for information purposes and indicate the status of an alarm input: When an alarm is triggered the respective icon lights up in green. The unit's configuration determines whether the alarm is displayed, as

well as additional details (see Livepage configuration, page 94).

Trigger relay

You can switch a connected unit by means of the relay in the VIP X1 (for example a light or a door opener).

– To activate this, click the icon for the relay next to the video image. The icon will be red when the relay is activated.



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The System log field contains information about the operating status of the VIP X1 and the connection. You can save these messages automatically in

a file (see page 96).

Events such as the triggering or end of alarms are shown in the Event log field.

You can save these messages automatically in a file (see page 96).

Audio function (audio version only)

Depending on the configuration, the VIP X1 can send and receive audio signals.

All users who are connected by browsers receive the audio signals sent by the VIP X1.

Audio signals can only be sent to the VIP X1 by the user who connects to the unit first.

– On the LIVEPAGE, click anywhere next to the video image to remove the focus from the ActiveX.

– Hold down the F12 key to make a voice connection to the VIP X1.

The browser's status bar displays the message Send Audio ON.

– Release the F12 key when you want to stop sending audio signals to the VIP X1. The status bar in Internet Explorer displays the message

Send Audio OFF.

Note

When the connection maintaining voice contact with the VIP X1 is broken, the next user to make a connection to the VIP X1 can send audio data to the VIP X1.


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Saving snapshots

You can save individual images from the video sequence currently shown on the

LIVEPAGE in JPEG format on your computer's hard drive.

– Click the icon for saving single images. The image is saved at a resolution of

704 × 576 pixels (4CIF). The storage location depends on the configuration

of the VIP X1 (see page 97).

Recording video sequences

You can save sections of the video sequence currently shown on the LIVE-

PAGE on your computer's hard drive.

– Click the icon for recording video sequences to start recording. The storage

location depends on the configuration of the VIP X1 (see page 97). The flash-

ing red dot in the icon indicates that recording is in progress.

– Click the icon for recording video sequences again to stop recording.

Note

You can play back saved video sequences using the Player from

Bosch Security Systems which can be installed from the product CD sup-

plied (see page 115).

Image resolution

Sequences are saved at the resolution that has been preset in the configuration

for the encoder (see page 44).



Running recording program

The hard drive icon below the camera images on the LIVEPAGE changes during an automatic recording.

The icon lights up green and displays a moving graphic to indicate a running recording. If no recording is taking place, a gray icon is displayed.


Operation


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.



Selecting recordings

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 list entry. The playback for the selected sequence starts immediately in the video window.

Controlling a playback

You will see a time bar below the video image for quick orientation. If a particular sequence has been selected for playback by means of click, the selected sequence appears in the list in blue with a green border. The associated time interval is displayed in the bar in gray. A green arrow above the bar indicates the position of the image currently being played back within the sequence.

The time bar offers various options for navigation in and between sequences.

– You can change the time interval displayed by moving the gray area to the left or right while holding down the mouse button.

– You can change the time interval displayed by clicking the zoom keys (magnifying glass icons). The display can span a range from two months to a few seconds.

– You can select a different sequence for playback by clicking on the corresponding gray marking.


Operation


– 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.

The buttons have the following functions:

Start playback or pause

Jump to the start of active video sequence or to the previous sequence in the list

Jump to the end of active video sequence or to the next sequence in the list

You can use the slide control to control playback speed and fast forward/rewind: positioning in the middle indicates playback at recording speed, left indicates rewind, and right fast forward. The fast forward or rewind speed changes, depending on how far you move the slide control toward the runner icons.

You can continuously select playback speed by means of the speed regulator:

Red bars within the gray sequence fields indicate the points in time where alarms were triggered. Drag the green arrow to navigate to these points quickly.



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. As soon as you leave the page all bookmarks are deleted.


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Backup

You can back up the video sequences or single images stored on the hard drive of the VIP X1 to the computer's hard drive.

First select the required sequence as described in the previous section. The following buttons are available for the backup:

Back up a sequence to the computer's hard drive

Back up a single image to the computer's hard drive

– Start playback of the sequence that you want to save either completely or partially on the computer's hard drive.

– Click the icon for the sequence backup. The backup starts immediately – this process is displayed by a flashing red dot in the icon.

– Click the sequence backup icon again to end the backup.

This procedure can be repeated many times within the sequence to back up multiple extracts from a longer sequence.

– Click the button for backing up a single image to back up only snapshots from the running sequence to your computer's hard drive.

The single images are immediately displayed in the Screenshots area after clicking.

The storage location for the sequences and single images can be specified in

the configuration of the VIP X1 (see page 97).



Installing Player

You can play back saved video sequences using the Player from

Bosch Security Systems which can be found on the product CD supplied


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Note

Suitable MPEG ActiveX software must be installed on the computer in order to play back saved video sequences using the Player.

– Insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. If the CD does not start automatically, open the CD in Windows Explorer and double click the

index.html file to start the menu.

– Select a language from the list box at the top and click Tools in the menu.

– Click Archive Player; the installation starts. Follow the instructions in the installation program. The Player is installed together with the Archive Player.

– After a successful installation, two new icons for the Player and the Archive

Player appear on the desktop.

– Double click the Player icon to start the Player.


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Replaying USB hard drive recordings on PC

If you store recordings on an external USB hard drive (see pages 23 and 50),

you can connect this drive to a PC and view the recordings there.


❚ Computer with Windows 2000/XP operating system and Microsoft Internet

Explorer (version 6.0 or higher)

❚ Available USB 2.0 port

❚ Monitor resolution 1024 × 768 pixels

Note

Make sure the graphics card is set to 16- or 32-bit color depth and that

Sun JVM is installed and activated on your PC. If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the product CD supplied (see

Components supplied, page 11). You can find notes on using Internet

Explorer in the online help in Internet Explorer.


Note

Suitable MPEG ActiveX software must be installed on the computer to allow the video images to be played back. If necessary, you can install the required software and controls from the product CD supplied

(see page 103).

Playback

– End all running recording programs on the VIP X1.

– Detach the USB drive from the VIP X1.

– Connect the drive to a free USB port in the computer using a USB cable.

– Open the directory for the drive using Explorer and double-click on the video-

jet.exe file.

The software of a virtual video server is started, and you can access the playback page on this unit by entering the IP address of your own computer in

Internet Explorer (for example 192.168.0.1).



– Start Internet Explorer.

– Enter the IP address of your computer as the URL. The Web browser opens the page for playing back recordings.

You can select recordings and control playback, in the same way as when

accessing a normal VIP X1 (see page 111).

Note

You must restart the virtual video server software if you restart the computer or if you change the USB drive, by double-clicking on the video-

jet.exe file again.


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Hardware connections between video servers

You can easily connect a VIP X1 with connected camera 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.

Installation

Compatible video servers are designed to connect to one another automatically, provided they are correctly configured. They only need to be part of a closed network. Proceed as follows to install the units:

– Connect the units to the closed network using Ethernet cables.

– Connect them to the power supply.

Note

Make sure that the units are configured for the network environment and that the correct IP address for the remote location to be contacted in the event of an alarm is set on the Alarm connections configuration page

(see page 70).

Connecting

There are three options for establishing a connection between a sender and a compatible receiver in a closed network:

❚ an alarm,

❚ a terminal program or

❚ Internet Explorer.

Note

Connecting with a Web browser is described in the manual of the relevant unit that is to be used as the receiver, for example VIP XD.



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 70).

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.

Connecting with a terminal program

Various requirements must be met in order to operate with a terminal program

(see page 129).

– Start the terminal program and enter the command 1 in the main menu to switch to the IP menu.

– Enter the command 4 in the IP menu to change the remote IP address, then enter the IP address of the unit you wish to connect to.

– Return to the main menu by entering the command 0. Then enter the command 4 to switch to the Rcp+ menu.

– In the Rcp+ menu, enter the command 5 to activate the automatic connection.

Closing the connection with a terminal program

– Start the terminal program (see page 129) and enter the command 4 in the

main menu to switch to the Rcp+ menu.

– In the Rcp+ menu, enter the command 5 to deactivate the automatic connection.


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Operation with decoder software

The VIP X1 video server combines with VIDOS to provide a high-performance system solution.

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.

Many options are provided for operation and configuration when using a VIP X1 with VIDOS. Please refer to the software documentation for more details.

Another software supporting the VIP X1 is Bosch Video Management System.

Bosch Video Management System is a unique enterprise IP video security solution that provides seamless management of digital video, audio and data across any IP network. It is designed to work with Bosch CCTV products as part of a total video security management system. Now you can integrate your existing components into one easy-to-manage system, or use Bosch’s full-line capabilities and benefit from a complete security solution based on cutting-edge technology and years of experience.

The video server VIP X1 is also designed for use with DiBos 8 Video Recorders.

DiBos 8 can record up to 32 video and audio streams, and is available as software or as a hybrid DVR with additional analog camera and audio inputs. DiBos supports various functions of the video server VIP X1, such as controlling relays, remote control of peripheral devices and remote configuration. DiBos 8 can use alarm inputs to trigger actions and, when motion detection MOTION+ is active, can record the relevant cells, making intelligent motion detection possible.



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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 unit.

If the unit is found, the response appears as Reply from ... followed by the number of bytes sent and the transmission time in milliseconds. If not, the unit cannot be accessed over the network. This might be because:

❚ The unit is not properly connected to the network. Check the cable connections in this case.

❚ The unit is not correctly integrated into the network. Check the IP address, subnet mask and gateway address.

Unit reset

You can use the Factory Reset button to restore the unit to its original settings.

Any changes to the settings are overwritten by the factory defaults. A reset may be necessary, for example, if the unit has invalid settings that prevent it from functioning as desired.

Caution

All configured settings will be discarded during a reset. If necessary, back up the current configuration using the Download button on the Mainte-

nance configuration page (see page 98).

Note

After a reset, the unit can only be addressed via the factory default IP address. The IP address can be changed as described in the chapter "Instal-

lation" (see page 25).

– If necessary, back up the current configuration using the Download button

on the Maintenance configuration page (see page 98).


Maintenance and upgrades


– Using a pointed object, press the Factory reset button located below the USB

port until the LED flashes red (see page 17). All settings will revert to their

defaults.

– Change the IP address of the VIP X1 if necessary.

– Configure the unit to meet your requirements.

Repairs

Caution

Never open the housing of the VIP X1. The unit does not contain any userserviceable 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.

Transfer and disposal

The VIP X1 should only be passed on together with this installation and operating manual.

Your Bosch product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused.

This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.

In the European Union, there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic products. Please, dispose of this equipment at your local community waste collection/recycling center.

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Troubleshooting

If you are unable to resolve a malfunction, please contact your supplier or systems integrator, 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 unit (for example 192.168.0.30/version.htm).

– Write down the information or print out the page.

The following tables are intended to help you identify the causes of malfunctions and correct them where possible.


Appendix


General malfunctions

Malfunction Possible causes Solution

No connection between the unit and terminal program.

Incorrect cable connections. Check all cables, plugs, contacts, terminals and connections.

The computer's serial interface is not connected.

Check the other serial interface.

No image transmission to remote station.

No connection established, no image transmission.

Interface parameters do not match.

If necessary select a different interface and make sure that the computer's interface parameters match those of the unit. Try the following standard parameters:

19,200 baud, 8 data bits, no parity,

1 stop bit. Next, disconnect the unit from the power supply and reconnect it again after a few seconds.

Camera error.

Faulty cable connections.

The unit's configuration.

Faulty installation.

Wrong IP address.

Connect local monitor to the camera and check the camera function.

Check all cables, plugs, contacts and connections.

Check all configuration parameters.


Check the IP addresses

(terminal program).

No audio transmission to remote station.

Faulty data transmission within the LAN.

The maximum number of connections has been reached.

Hardware fault.

Check the data transmission with ping .

Wait until there is a free connection and then call the sender again.

Faulty cable connections.

Incorrect configuration.

The audio voice connection is already in use by another receiver.

Check that all connected audio units are operating correctly.


Check the audio parameters on the

Audio settings and Livepage

configuration configuration pages.

Wait until the connection is free and then call the sender again.

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Malfunction

The unit does not report an alarm.

Control of cameras or other units is not possible.

The unit is not operational after a firmware upload.

Possible causes

No alarm response specified.

Solution

Alarm source is not selected. Select possible alarm sources on the Alarm sources configuration page.

Specify the desired alarm response on the Alarm connections configuration page, change the

IP address if necessary.

The cable connection between the serial interface and the connected unit is not correct.

Check all cable connections and ensure all plugs are properly fitted.

The interface parameters do not match those of the other unit connected.

Make sure that the settings of all units involved are compatible.

Power failure during programming by firmware file.

Incorrect firmware file.

Have the unit checked by Customer Service and replace if necessary.

Enter the IP address of the unit followed by /main.htm in your Web browser and repeat the upload.

iSCSI connections malfunctions

Malfunction

No LUNs are displayed after connection to the iSCSI server.

Possible causes

Incorrect LUN mapping during iSCSI server configuration.

Solution

Check the iSCSI server configuration and reconnect.

„LUN FAIL“ is displayed below a node after connection to the iSCSI server.

The LUN map was not readable as it was assigned to the wrong network interface.

Check the iSCSI server configuration and reconnect.

LUN mapping is not possible.

Some iSCSI systems don’t support initiator extensions.

Delete the initiator extension on the

iSCSI settings configuration page.


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LEDs

The VIP X1 network video server has a number of LEDs on its rear panel that show the operating status and can give indications of possible malfunctions:

Operating status LED

Not lit:

Lit green:

Flashes green:

Lit red (briefly):

VIP X1 is switched off.

VIP X1 is switched on.

VIP X1 is being accessed.

Startup in progress.

Lit red (continuously): Defect in VIP X1, firmware upload failed.

LED L

Lit green: Connected to the network.

LED T

Flashing orange: Data transfer via the network.

Processor load

When accessing the VIP X1 with a Web browser the indicator for the processor load is displayed in the upper left of the window next to the device name.

Move the mouse cursor over the icon to display numerical values for the processor. This information can help with problem solving or when fine tuning the device.



Serial interface

Options for using the serial interface include transferring transparent data, controlling connected units or operating the unit with a terminal program.

The serial interface supports the RS232, RS422 and RS485 transmission stan-

dards. The standard used depends on the current configuration (see page 83).

Connection is via the terminal connector.

Terminal block

The terminal block has several contacts for:

❚ 4 alarm inputs

❚ 1 relay output

❚ Serial data transmission


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Pin assignment

The pin assignment for the serial interface depends on the interface mode that

is used (see page 84):

Contact

IN1

IN2

IN3

IN4

GND

GND

R (top)

RS232 function

Alarm input 1

Alarm input 2

Alarm input 3

Alarm input 4

GND (ground)

GND (ground)

Relay

R (bottom) Relay

CTS CTS (clear to send)

RTS

RXD

RTS (ready to send)

RxD (receive data)

TXD

+

–

TxD (transmit data)

12 V (power supply)

GND (ground)

RS422/485 function

Alarm input 1

Alarm input 2

Alarm input 3

Alarm input 4

GND (ground)

GND (ground)

Relay

Relay

RxD- (receive data minus)

TxD- (transmit data minus)

RxD+ (receive data plus)

TxD+ (transmit data plus)

12 V (power supply)

GND (ground)

To operate the alarm inputs, connect each alarm input to a ground contact

(GND) via a trigger contact.



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Data terminal

If a VIP X1 cannot be found in the network or the connection to the network is interrupted, you can connect a data terminal to the VIP X1 for initial setup and setting of important parameters. The data terminal consists of a computer with a terminal program.

You require a serial transmission cable with a 9-pin Sub-D connector to connect to the computer and open ends for connection to the terminal plug of the VIP X1

(pin assignment see page 127).

HyperTerminal, a communications accessory included with Microsoft Windows, can be used as the terminal program.

Note

Information on installing and using HyperTerminal can be found in the manuals or in the online help for MS Windows.

– Disconnect the VIP X1 from the Ethernet network before working with the terminal program.

– Connect the serial interface of the VIP X1 using any available serial interface on the computer.

Configuring the terminal

Before the terminal program can communicate with the VIP X1, the transmission parameters must be matched. Make the following settings for the terminal program:

❚ 19,200 bit/s

❚ 8 data bits

❚ No parity check

❚ 1 stop bit

❚ No protocol


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Command inputs

After the connection has been established, you must log on to the VIP X1 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.

– When you have entered a value, such as an IP address, check your input again before pressing the [ENTER] key to transfer the values to the VIP X1.

Assigning an IP Address

Before you can operate a VIP X1 in your network you must first assign it an

IP address that is valid for your network.


– Start a terminal program such as HyperTerminal.

– Enter the user name service. The terminal program displays the main menu.

– Enter the command 1 to open the IP menu.



– 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.

Restart

Briefly interrupt the power supply to the VIP X1 for a restart (disconnect the power supply unit from the mains supply and switch on again after a few seconds).

Additional parameters

You can use the terminal program to check other basic parameters and modify them where necessary. Use the on-screen commands in the various submenus to do this.


Appendix


Glossary

Brief explanations of some of the terms and abbreviations used in this manual are given below.

10/100 Base-T

802.1x

ARP

Baud

Bit/s

CIF

DHCP

DNS

FTP

Full duplex

GoP

HTTP

HTTPS

ICMP

ID

IEEE

IGMP

Internet Protocol

IP

IP address

IEEE-802.3 specification for 10 or 100 MBit/s Ethernet

The IEEE standard, 802.1x, provides a general method of access control and authorization for IEEE 802-based networks.

An authenticator provides authentication by accessing an authentication server (see RADIUS server) to check connection requests, and grants or refuses access to the available services

(LAN, VLAN, WLAN).

Address Resolution Protocol: a protocol for mapping MAC and

IP addresses

Unit of measure for the speed of data transmission

Bits per second, the actual data rate

Common Intermediate Format, video format with 352 × 288/240 pixels

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol allows a network device to receive a dynamically allocated IP address and other network parameters from a server in a network.

Domain Name Service

File Transfer Protocol

Simultaneous data transmission in both directions (sending and receiving)

Group of Pictures

Hypertext Transfer Protocol: protocol for transmission of data over a network

Hypertext Transfer ProtocoL Secure provides secure transfer of data between web server and web browser.

Internet Control Message Protocol

Identification: a machine readable character string

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Internet Group Management Protocol

The main protocol used on the Internet, normally in conjunction with the Transfer Control Protocol (TCP):

TCP/IP

See Internet Protocol

A 4-byte number uniquely defining each unit on the Internet.

It is usually written in dotted decimal notation, for example

"209.130.2.193"


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ISDN

JPEG kBit/s

LAN

Local area network

LUN

MAC

MIB

MPEG-4

Storage over IP process for storage networks; specifies how storage protocols are operated over IP.

Integrated Services Digital Network

An encoding process for still images

(Joint Photographic Experts Group)

Kilobits per second, the actual data rate

See Local area network

A communications network serving users within a limited geographical area such as a building or university campus. It is controlled by a network operating system and uses a transfer protocol.

Logical Unit Number (logical drive in iSCSI storage systems)

Media Access Control

Management Information Base; a collection of information for remote servicing using the SNMP protocol

A further development of MPEG-2 designed for transmitting audiovisual data at very low transfer rates (for example over the

Internet)

Net mask

NTP

Parameters

QCIF

RADIUS server

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 "255.255.255.192"

Network Time Protocol is a standard for synchronizing the system clocks in computers in packet switching networks. NTP uses the stateless protocol, UDP. NTP was designed to provide dependable time synchronization in networks with variable latency (ping times).

Values used for configuration

Quarter CIF, video format with 176 × 144/120 pixels

Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service is a client-server protocol for authentication, authorization, and accounting of users in dial-in connections for computer networks. RADIUS is the de-facto standard for centralized authentication of dial-ins for modems, ISDN, VPN, wireless LAN (see 802.1x), and DSL.

RFC 868 A protocol for synchronizing computer clocks over the Internet

RS232/RS422/RS485 Standards for serial data transmission

RTP

SNIA

Realtime Transport Protocol; a transmission protocol for realtime video and audio

Storage Networking Industry Association; association of companies for defining the iSCSI standard

SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol; a protocol for network management, for managing and monitoring network components


Appendix


SNTP

SSL

Subnet mask

TCP

Telnet

TLS

TTL

UDP

URL

UTP

WAN

Wide area network

Simple Network Time Protocol is a simplified version of NTP

(see NTP)

Secure Sockets Layer is an encryption protocol for data transmission in IP-based networks

See Net mask

Transfer Control Protocol

Login protocol with which users can access a remote computer

(Host) on the Internet

Transport Layer Security versions 1.0 and 1.1 are standardized enhancement of the SSL 3.0 protocol (see SSL)

Time-To-Live; life cycle of a data packet in station transfers

User Datagram Protocol

Uniform Resource Locator

Unshielded Twisted Pair

See Wide area network

A long distance link used to extend or connect remotely located local area networks



Specifications

Device

Operating voltage

Power consumption

LAN interface

Data interfaces

Alarm inputs

Relay output

Video input

Audio input (Line In)

Audio output (Line Out)

Microphone input

Speaker output

Displays

Operating conditions

Regulatory approvals

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12 ... 24 V DC, power supply unit with various primary adapters included

PoE: IEEE 802.11af, class 2

Approx. 6 VA

1 × Ethernet 10/100 Base-T, automatic adjustment, half/full duplex, RJ45

1 × RS232/RS422/RS485, bidirectional, ST500

1 × USB 2.0

4 × push-in terminals (non-isolated closing contact), maximum trip resistance 10 Ohm

1 × push-in terminal, 30 V p-p

, 2 A

1 × BNC jacks

0.7 ... 1.2 V p-p

, 75 Ohm, PAL/NTSC

1 × 3.5 mm stereo jack socket,

5.5 V p-p

max., impedance 9 kOhm typ.

1 × 3.5 mm stereo jack socket,

3 V p-p

max., impedance 16 Ohm min.

1 × push-in terminal, 2.8 V p-p

max. at –20 dB, impedance 2 kOhm typ., supply 2.3 V typ.

1 × push-in terminal, 6 V impedance 4 Ohm min.

p-p

max., 1 W rms,

3 × LED (operating voltage, network connection, data transfer) in rear panel

Temperature: 0 ... +50°C (+32 ... +122°F) relative humidity: 20 ... 80%, non-precipitating

CE: IEC 60950; UL 1950; AS/NZS 3548;

EN 55103-1, -2; EN 55130-4; EN 55022;

EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;

FCC 47 CFR Chapter 1 Part 15


Appendix

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Dimensions (w × h × l)

Weight


98 × 85 × 26 mm (3.86 × 3.35 × 1.02 in.) including feet and BNC connections

Basic version:

Audio version: approx. 170 g approx. 195 g

Protocols/standards

Video standards

Video coding protocols

Video data rate

Image resolutions

(PAL/NTSC)

Total delay

Image refresh rate

Network protocols

PAL, NTSC

MPEG-4, JPEG

9,600 kBit/s ... 10 MBit/s

704 × 576/480 pixels (4CIF/D1)

704 × 288/240 pixels (2CIF)

464 x 576/480 pixels (2/3 D1)

352 × 576/480 pixels (1/2 D1)

352 × 288/240 pixels (CIF)

176 × 144/120 pixels (QCIF)

120 ms (PAL/NTSC, MPEG-4, no network delay)

1 ... 50/60 fields/s variable (PAL/NTSC),

Field/image-based encoding

RTP, Telnet, TCP, UDP, IP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP,

IGMP V2, IGMP V3, ICMP, ARP, SNMP V2, 802.1x

Audio version only:

Audio coding protocol

Audio sampling rate

Audio data rate

G.711

8 kHz

80 kBit/s



Index

A

Activate recording

68

Activation key

97

Actuator

22

Alarm

37

,

106

Alarm e-mail

79

Alarm input

22

Alarm message

38

Alarm sources

69

Alarm track recording

64

Audio connections

20

Audio settings

47

Audio source selection

47

Audio stream on alarm

72

Auto-connect

72

Automatic key exchange

92

B

Backup

114

Banner

94

Baud rate

84

Brightness

39

Browser window

105

C

Camera

83

Camera name

36

Camera selection

105

Cameras

20

Changes

31

,

57


Changes in light level

74

Color depth

12

,

27

,

103

,

116

COM1

83

Components supplied

11

Configuration

27

,

99

Configuration download

99

Configuration mode

30

Connecting

27

,

118

Connecting on alarm

70

Connections

29

Continual recording

64

Contrast

39

Control

83

Control functions

106

Controlling playback

111

Conventions

7

Creating a partition

56

D

Danger

9

Data bits

84

Data interface

21

Data terminal

129

Date

34

Date format

34

Daylight saving time

35

Default settings

63

Defaults

44

,

73

Defaults recording profiles

63

Deleting partitions

62

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Index

Index

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Deleting recordings

62

Device reset

121

Display stamping

37

Dome camera

21

Dual Streaming

13

,

41

E

Echo

130

Editing a partition

60

Electromagnetic compatibility

8

E-mail

79

Encoding

13

Encryption

91

Encryption protocol

87

EPROM

98

Establishing the connection

28

,

104

Event log

96

,

107

F

False alarms

74

Firewall

86

Firmware upload

98

Firmware version

93

Formatting

62

Front panel

16

,

17

FTP server

48

,

49

Function test

101

G

Gateway

86

General password

71

H

Half-duplex mode

84

Hardware version

93


Holidays

67

I

Identification

8

,

32

IEEE 802.1x

88

IGMP V2

89

Image quality

90

Image resolution

108

Image selection

105

Indicator processor load

126

Installation

10

Installation conditions

19

Installation location

19

Interface

127

Interface mode

84

Internal clock

34

IP address

86

,

130

iSCSI settings

52

J

JPEG format

48

JPEG posting

48

JPEG posting interval

49

L

Language

34

Licenses

97

Linear mode

61

Live video images

27

,

103

Livepage

94

Loudspeaker

21

,

47

Low Voltage Directive

8

Low-pass filter

40



M

Main functions

15

Maintenance

10

Make contact

22

Manufacturer logo

94

Marker

113

maximum number

29

Media playback

110

Microphone

21

,

47

Monitor resolution

27

,

103

,

116

Motion detector

73

Motion detector defaults

73

Motion detector object size

75

Motion detector sensitivity

74

,

76

MPEG ActiveX

27

,

103

,

115

,

116

MPEG viewer

115

MPEG-4 encoder

41

MTU value

86

Multicast

89

Multicast address

89

Multicast connection

86

,

89

Multicast function

14

Multicasting

89

Multi-unicast

89

N

Navigation

31

Network

22

,

85

Network check

121

Network connection

24

Number of connections

29

,

105

O

Operation

9

,

103


Overview of functions

13

P

Parameters

26

,

131

Parity

84

Partition

56

Partition status

59

Partitioning

56

Password

29

,

32

,

33

,

105

Peripheral device control

106

Picture settings

39

Pin assignment

128

Playback

110

Playback button

112

Playback on PC

116

Port

86

,

90

Post-alarm profile

64

Post-alarm time

64

Power off

24

Power on

24

Power supply

9

Power switch

24

Power-over-Ethernet

13

Processor load

126

Product name

94

Profile settings

43

Profiles

41

Protocol

84

Protocols

136

R

RADIUS

88

Rear panel

17

Receiver

13

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Index

Index

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Receiver password

71

Recording activity

68

Recording program

109

Recording scheduler

63

,

66

Recording video sequences

108

Reflections of light

74

Regulations

7

Relay

81

Relay output

22

,

81

Remote control

14

Repair

10

,

122

Reset

121

Reset of profile

44

Restart

26

,

131

Ring mode

61

Router

90

S

Safety

9

Saturation

39

Saving event log

96

Saving system log

96

Selecting a profile

41

Selecting the area

75

,

77

,

78

Sensor fields

75

,

78

Serial number

8

Serial port function

83

Setup

11

Signal source

22

Size alarm track

61

SMS

79

Snapshots

14

,

108

SNMP

87

SNTP server

36


Software decoder

120

Source type

46

Specifications

135

SSL certificate

99

Standards

136

Stop bits

84

Storage information

51

,

55

Storage medium

50

Streaming

90

Subnet mask

86

Symbols

7

Synchronize

34

System log

96

,

97

,

107

System requirements

27

T

Tamper detection

76

Target data rate

44

TCP

86

Terminal

83

Termination

46

Test

101

Time

34

,

37

Time server

35

Time server IP address

36

Time server protocol

35

Time server type

36

Time signal

35

Time zone

35

TLS

87

Transmission parameters

129

Transmission protocol

86

Transmission rate

84

Transmission standards

21

,

127



Transmit audio

95

Transparent

83

Traps

88

Trigger relay

82

TTL

90

U

UDP

86

Unicast

89

Unit date

34

Unit ID

32

Unit identification

32

Unit name

32

Unit time

34

URL

28

,

104

,

117

User name

33

V

VCA metadata

73

,

96

VCR

46

Version

93

Video content analysis

73

Video input

16

,

46

Video loss alarm

69

Video recorder

46

Video sensor

73

Video signal interruption

69

W

Watermarking

38


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Index


Index Bosch Security Systems | 2006-12 | V2.5

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

© 2006 Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH

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