V2x Series Encoder Hardware Manual V21, V22, V23, V24 2014/06/03
Encoder Hardware Manual Table of Contents Precautions ............................................................. 4 Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 6 Introduction ............................................................. 7 The List of Models ..................................................................................... 7 Package Contents.....................................................................................
Encoder Hardware Manual Other Accessories ................................................ 25 How to Install / Remove the Memory Card ............................................ 25 How to Insert the Memory Card ............................................................ 25 How to Remove the Memory Card ........................................................ 25 Accessing the Encoder ........................................ 26 Configure the IP Addresses ...................................................
Encoder Hardware Manual Precautions Read these instructions You should read all the safety and operating instructions before using this product. Heed all warnings You must adhere to all the warnings on the product and in the instruction manual. Failure to follow the safety instruction given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system or to other equipment.
Encoder Hardware Manual Federal Communications Commission Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Encoder Hardware Manual Safety Instructions Cleaning Disconnect this video product from the power supply before cleaning. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer Only install this device in a dry place protected from weather Servicing Do not attempt to service this video product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Encoder Hardware Manual Introduction The List of Models This hardware manual contains the following models: V21 1-Channel 960H/D1 H.264 Video Encoder V22 1-Channel 960H/D1 H.264 Extended Temperature Video Encoder V23 4-Channel 960H/D1 H.264 Video Encoder V24 4-Channel 960H/D1 H.264 Extended Temperature Video Encoder From the installation perspective, these models are very similar; therefore one manual is used for all of them. 7 www.acti.
Encoder Hardware Manual Package Contents Video Encoder Screw Pack Power Terminal Block Audio Terminal Block Audio Terminal Block (for V21 / V22) (for V23 / V24) Serial Communication Terminal Block Digital Input/Output Terminal Block Digital Input/Output Terminal Block Quick Installation Guide (for V21 / V22) (for V23 / V24) Warranty Card NOTE: The above pictures are for reference only; actual items may slightly vary. 8 www.acti.
Encoder Hardware Manual Physical Description V21 / V22 Item Description 1 Power LED Lights up when the device is powered on. 2 Serial Port Activity LED Lights up to when a serial device is connected to the encoder. 3 Video In Activity LED Lights up when an analog encoder is connected to the encoder. 4 Digital Input / Output Connector Connects to digital input or output devices, such as an alarm trigger, panic button, etc.
Encoder Hardware Manual 6 Serial Port Connector Connects to the serial port of an analog encoder for RS-485 / RS-422 communication to control encoder functions like pan-tilt, zoom, etc. See Connecting a Serial Device (Optional) on page 23 for more information. 7 Reset Button Used to restore the factory default settings, including the administrator’s password. Using a pointed object, such as a pen, press and hold the Reset button for 5 seconds or until the Power LED lights up.
Encoder Hardware Manual V23 / V24 Item Description 1 Power LED Lights up when the device is powered on. 2 Serial Port Activity LED Lights up to when a serial device is connected to the encoder. 3 Digital Input / Output Connector Connects to digital input or output devices, such as an alarm trigger, panic button, etc. Digital Input (DI) and Digital Output (DO) devices are used in applications like motion detection, event triggering, alarm notifications, etc.
Encoder Hardware Manual 5 Serial Port Connector Connects to the serial port of an analog encoder for RS-485 / RS-422 communication to control encoder functions like pan-tilt, zoom, etc. See Connecting a Serial Device (Optional) on page 23 for more information. 6 Reset Button Used to restore the factory default settings, including the administrator’s password. Using a pointed object, such as a pen, press and hold the Reset button for 5 seconds or until the Power LED lights up.
Encoder Hardware Manual Mounting the Device The encoder can be directly mounted on a flat surface, such as walls. Attach the four (4) supplied screws to secure the device. 13 www.acti.
Encoder Hardware Manual Connection Architecture The diagrams below show examples of the basic connection within a local network. Connecting V21 / V22 Connecting V23 / V24 14 www.acti.
Encoder Hardware Manual Making Connections This section describes the procedures in connecting analog cameras and a video output device and preparing the external devices that you can connect to the encoder. The encoder supports DC12V power input, Digital Input and Output (DI/DO), Audio Input and Output devices, as well as Serial Port Communication via RS-485 / RS-422 protocol using the bundled terminal blocks. The use of these devices, however, is optional.
Encoder Hardware Manual Connecting a Power Adapter (Optional) In case of using a non-PoE switch or your PoE switch has limited power supply, you can purchase a power adapter and directly connect the encoder to a power outlet. The power adapter must be connected to the supplied terminal block before use. To do this, follow the procedures below: 1. Loosen the screws of the 12V and GND pins of the power terminal block. 2.
Encoder Hardware Manual 3. Connect the wire with the white stripe to the 12V pin and the other to the GND pin. 4. Tighten the screws of the 12V pin and the GND pins to secure the wire connection. 5. Set the prepared power adapter for connection later. Below is an example of a power adapter with an attached terminal block. NOTE: The power adapter is not bundled in the package. 17 www.acti.
Encoder Hardware Manual Connecting the Digital Input/Output Devices (Optional) Depending on your surveillance needs, you may connect digital input / output devices to your encoder. Digital Input (DI) devices can be used to notify the encoder about an activity in the camera or the encoder site. DI can be triggers of events. For example, you can connect a “panic button” to the encoder; as such when the panic button is pressed, the alarm signal will be sent through the encoder.
Encoder Hardware Manual How to Connect DI/DO Device to V23 / V24 The digital input and output pins of V23 / V24 are configurable; meaning, either a digital input or digital output device can be connected to a particular DIO pin. Once connected, the pin must be defined through the Web Configurator (see the Encoder Firmware Manual for more information). 1. Configure the DIO ports in Web Configurator (see the Encoder Firmware Manual for more information). 2.
Encoder Hardware Manual DI/DO Connection Specifications The table below shows the DI/DO connection specifications: Device Connection design DI TTL - compatible logic levels To trigger (low) Logic level 0: 0V ~ 0.4V Normal (high) Logic level 1: 3.
Encoder Hardware Manual High Voltage DO Device Connection Even though the encoder provides 12V power, this may not be enough for some high voltage DO devices, such as a ceiling light or a motor that opens or closes a gate. In this case, there is a need to connect an external relay. See wiring scheme below: Note that when choosing an appropriate relay, please refer to its specifications and make sure they match the above design.
Encoder Hardware Manual Connecting Audio Devices (Optional) Audio input / output devices, such as an active microphone or speaker can be connected to the encoder using the supplied terminal block. Press and hold the orange tab as you insert the wire through the pin slot, then release the orange tab to secure the wire.
Encoder Hardware Manual Connecting a Serial Device (Optional) The encoder can be connected to a camera with Pan-Tilt (PT) functions or a PT Scanner (Pan-Tilt Head) using the serial port connector. This allows the encoder to do pan and tilt using protocols, such as Pelco-D, etc. Most PT devices accept protocol commands via RS-485 or RS-422 connection, which are both supported by the encoder. Check the connection available on the PT device and connect it to the encoder following the procedures below. 1.
Encoder Hardware Manual CAUTION: Incorrect wiring may cause damage to the connected devices. DISCLAIMER: ACTi will not be responsible for any damage caused by improper wiring. 2. Connect a ground wire to the GND terminal pin to complete the connection. For more information on connecting PT scanners, please refer to the Knowledge Base article: Pan and Tilt Scanner for ACTi Zoom Encoders (http://www.acti.com/support/KnowledgeBase/outside/detail.asp?KB_ID=KB20110120001) available on the website. 24 www.
Encoder Hardware Manual Other Accessories How to Install / Remove the Memory Card The encoder supports local video recording or saving of snapshots to a memory card. NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards. How to Insert the Memory Card Insert a memory card into the card slot with the metallic contacts facing down the encoder. Push the card until it clicks into place.
Encoder Hardware Manual Accessing the Encoder Configure the IP Addresses In order to be able to communicate with the encoder from your PC, both the encoder and the PC have to be within the same network segment. In most cases, it means that they both should have very similar IP addresses, where only the last number of the IP address is different from each other. There are 2 different approaches to IP Address management in Local Area Networks – by DHCP Server or Manually.
Encoder Hardware Manual Double-click the mouse button on the encoder model, the default browser of the PC is automatically launched and the IP address of the target encoder is already filled in the address bar of the browser. If you work with our encoders regularly, then there is even a better way to discover the encoders in the network – by using IP Utility.
Encoder Hardware Manual Use the default IP address of a encoder: If there is no DHCP server in the given network, the user may have to assign the IP addresses to both PC and encoder manually to make sure they are in the same network segment. When the encoder is plugged into network and it does not detect any DHCP services, it will automatically assign itself a default IP: 192.168.0.100 Whereas the default port number would be 80.
Encoder Hardware Manual Manually adjust the IP addresses of multiple encoders: If there are more than 1 encoder to be used in the same local area network and there is no DHCP server to assign unique IP addresses to each of them, all of the encoders would then have the initial IP address of 192.168.0.100, which is not a proper situation for network devices – all the IP addresses have to be different from each other.
Encoder Hardware Manual Access the Encoder Now that the encoder and the PC are both having their unique IP addresses and are under the same network segment, it is possible to use the Web browser of the PC to access the encoder. You can use any of the browsers to access the encoder, however, the full functionality is provided only for Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Encoder Hardware Manual The following examples in this manual are based on Internet Explorer browser in order to cover all functions of the encoder. Assuming that the encoder’s IP address is 192.168.0.100, you can access it by opening the Web browser and typing the following address into Web browser’s address bar: http://192.168.0.100 Upon successful connection to the encoder, the user interface called Web Configurator would appear together with the login page.
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