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1 ○ Introduction 3 About This Manual 3 Notes Before Starting 3 Modification and Development 4 Installation 4 NVS Installation 5 2 ○ Product Description 5 DDNS Registration 8 Quick Start 9 NVS Setup 11 NVS Initial Setup via a Crossover Cable 11 3 ○ 4 ○ Network Setup 13 Guide to Network Setup 13 Case A : Dynamic IP or PPPoE + Personal Router 14 Case B : Static IP + Personal Router 16 Case C : Static IP 18 Case D : Dynamic IP + DSL/Cable Modem 19 Case E : PPPoE + DSL Modem
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 1 About This Document If an administrator has previous knowledge of networking, please follow the Quick Start Guide. If an administrator is new to networking and has no previous knowledge of the subject, please follow the step-by-step procedures for configuring, installing, and accessing your Network Video Server (NVS). Please follow the entire walk-through without skipping any steps.
INTRODUCTION 1 Modification and Development The Linux-based operating system and flash memory file system enable advanced users and application developers to customize the Network Video Server. An SDK developer kit is available for users to interface ActiveX controls and other applications. Attempts to modify the NVS will void all warranties and is not supported by Bluenet Video. Further development tools and documentation for assistance may be accessible in future releases.
NVS INSTALLATION 2 Product Description Front Panel • Power Supply Connector Use the power jack to connect your regulated 12V DC power adapter • Serial Communication Connector The 9-pin D-sub connector includes 2-channel serial communication. COM1 is typically used for Pan/Tilt Camera and COM2 is for Digital In/Out COM1 : RS-485/RS-232C (Option), COM2 : RS-232C • Network Connector The server is designed to operate on a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet network.
NVS INSTALLATION 2 Top View • Power LED This red light becomes illuminated when 12V DC power is supplied to the unit. This indicator should always be lit when in use. If it is not lit or flashes when power is supplied, the Video Server is not operating properly. • Active LED When in use, this orange indicator should always be flashing or flickering. During reboots or power cycling, it may take several seconds for the unit to initialize and illuminate the indicator.
NVS INSTALLATION Serial Connector 2 • COM1 > In case of RS-485 Pin Signal Remarks 2 D- Input/Output 3 D+ Input/Output > In case of RS-232C Pin Signal 2 RXD Remarks Input 3 TXD Output 5 GND Power L Check the COM 1 communication type located on the underside label of the NVS. • COM2 : RS-232C Pin Signal Remarks 6 +12V Power Output 7 RXD Input 8 TXD Output 9 GND Power L Sensor I/O module is optional.
NVS INSTALLATION DDNS 2 Registration For users that have DYNAMIC addressing from their Internet Service Provider (ISP) you will need to register with our DDNS service. We recommend you determine if you use dynamic addressing and if you do, register your Network Video Server on our DDNS website FIRST, before you configure, setup, or install the NVS. You do not need to register with our DDNS if you were supplied a STATIC IP address from your ISP.
NVS INSTALLATION 2 Quick Start Please follow the steps below to complete the initial setup of the Network Video Server (NVS) L Please do not power on the NVS until instructed. L Temporarily disable any proxy servers configured in Internet Explorer L If connecting the NVS directly to a modem, power down and reset the modem. Leave the modem powered down until configurations are finalized with the NVS and the NVS has been correctly connected to the modem.
⑪ Configure the NVS’s TCP/IP settings as you would any other PC on your network, providing a proper IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server. Input a DDNS Server address of : www.mybluenetvideo.com L If this is standalone unit with a direct connection to a cable/DSL/Broadband modem then input the addresses you have received from your ISP. If you received no IP address from your ISP, please select Dynamic or PPPoE and choose the proper settings.
NVS SETUP 3 NVS Initial Setup via a Crossover Cable This section provides a guide on how to connect the NVS to your PC/laptop for initial setup. Please follow the instructions in the order they appear, without skipping steps. Do not supply power to the Network Video Server, until instructed. In order to access the Network Video Server’s firmware you will need to connect the Video Server directly to a PC or laptop computer via the supplied crossover cable.
NVS SETUP ⑥ 3 Now you will be able to access the viewer software within the NVS L Open Internet Explorer and type the IP address of 192.168.1.80 (default IP of the NVS from the factory) into the Address Bar of the web browser (as seen below). Press Enter. L If a message appears after pressing “Enter” similar to the image depicted below, choose “Try Again”. This message will vary depending on the operating system. ⑦ Now you will be able to see the login screen for the Network Video Server.
NETWORK SETUP 4 Guide to Network Setup Please configure the NVS at the location of its installation. You must determine your network scenario in order to configure the NVS with the proper TCP/IP settings. This tutorial will guide you through the process. Before actually configuring the NVS, determine what settings you will apply. Record those settings that you will use to configure your NVS for reference. When configuring your NVS, treat the NVS as another PC on your network.
4 NETWORK SETUP ⑤ Depicted below are several basic network scenarios. Determine which scenario describes your network. If your network does not match one of the below scenarios and are unsure how to setup your NVS, please contact your network administrator, then call our Support Center. L Dash line box signifies areas of tour network that you can't control. Only the ISP has access to these devices.
NETWORK SETUP Default Gateway 4 • 192.168.0.1 [Example] L This IP address must be the IP address of your router (private or LAN side) L Use the same Default Gateway you noted under “Current TCP/IP Settings” Primary DNS Server • Use the 1st DNS Server from “Assigned IP Address from My ISP” L if you did not receive any IP addresses from your ISP, please contact them and acquire the IP address of their DNS server. DDNS Server • www.mybluenetvideo.
NETWORK SETUP 4 Case B : Static(Fixed) IP + Personal Router [Efficient] L If you have 1 static IP address from your ISP follow the below instructions. If you have 2 or more available static IP addresses from your ISP follow CASE C. Configure your NVS's TCP/IP properties as follows : Network Type • STATIC Internet Address • A private IP address such as 192.168.0.200 [Example] L You need to assign the NVS an IP address, just as you would assign a PC.
NETWORK SETUP DDNS Server 4 • www.mybluenetvideo.com L This is the same site you will register with later to accommodate dynamic IP from your ISP. Web Server Port • 8888 L Do NOT use the default port 80, you must change this number. L You may select any number between 1025-30000. Video Server Port • 7777 L you may select any number between 1025-30000. Network Video Server User’s Manual /BB01 www.bluenetvideo.
NETWORK SETUP 4 Case C : Static(Fixed) IP [Dedicated line directly to the NVS] Configure your NVS's TCP/IP properties as follows : Network Type • STATIC Internet Address • A static IP address received from your ISP, such as 24.107.88.125 [Example] L You need to assign the NVS an IP address, just as you would assign a PC. L This must be a public IP address. Subnet Mask • Subnet mask assigned from your ISP, such as 255.255.255.240 [Example] Default Gateway • 24.107.88.
NETWORK SETUP 4 Case D : Dynamic IP + DSL/Cable Modem [Connected directly to the NVS] Configure your NVS's TCP/IP properties as follows : Network Type • DYNAMIC DDNS Server • www.mybluenetvideo.com L This is the same site you will register with later to accommodate dynamic IP from your ISP. Web Server Port • 80 [default] L You may select any number between 1025-30000. Video Server Port • 7777 L you may select any number between 1025-30000.
4 NETWORK SETUP Case E : PPPoE + DSL Modem [Connected directly to the NVS] Configure your NVS's TCP/IP properties as follows : Network Type • PPPoE (PPPoE function currently unavailable) User ID • Use the User ID or Username you received from your ISP for this direct connection User Password • Use the Password you received from your ISP for this direct connection DDNS Server • www.mybluenetvideo.
4 NETWORK SETUP Port Forwarding After entering the correct TCP/IP settings you will be ready for “Port Forwarding” (Cases A, B). Please record the TCP/IP settings of your NVS for future reference. You may need this information to access your NVS and to configure “Port Forwarding”. In Case F, please contact your ISP with regard to Port Forwarding.
NETWORK SETUP 4 Starting NVS After correctly forwarding the Web Server Port and the Video Server Port through your router (if applicable), you may then install the NVS in a proper location. ① Locate the serial number located on the label attached to the bottom of the NVS, you will need this for DDNS registration. ② Connect a device to the NVS (camera, DVR, Pan/Tilt/Zoom, etc.) and supply power to the device.
NETWORK SETUP ⑦ 4 Access your NVS via the Internet: If you use Case B i) Open Internet Explorer. ii) Type the static IP received from your ISP followed by the Web Port Number of the NVS. http://24.106.88.123:8888 (example) If you use Case C i) Open Internet Explorer. ii) Type the IP of the NVS. If you use Case A, D, E i) Open Internet Explorer. ii) Visit our DDNS website: www.mybluenetvideo.
5 WEB VIEWER Viewer Screen This section is designed to familiarize you with the main interface of the NVS. Displaying the OSD and Digital Zoom are only taking place on the local machine, not on the video server itself. To make global changes on the video server and its video, you must login as an administrator. 1 ○ Camera Image Display 2 ○ OSD - Camera Name / Date / Time 3 ○ OSD - This indicator displayed represents the function caption when a specific user logs on.
WEB VIEWER 11 ○ 5 Stretch will fit the video to the viewer window regardless of resolution. In essence this provides: • 160×120 resolution : 4× digital zoom effect • 320×240 resolution : 2× digital zoom effect • 640×480 resolution : no change 12 ○ OSD (On Screen Display) : Click this icon to display the captions. 13 ○ Click this icon to save an image.
ADMIN TOOL 6 This section is provided to familiarize the user with the administration tools. Intuitive options are not explained in detail. All the options under Administration Tools take effect in real time the instant the new settings are applied. These settings will be global, affecting all users currently logged on. All settings are global and take place immediately except for the ‘Caption’ settings, which require all users to logout or refresh their browser before noticing a change on the OSD.
6 ADMIN TOOL Control Tool Com1 For PTZ devices only. Select the PTZ control protocol. Com2 For Digital I/O module only. Select the module type. Com1 Type Select the type of COM1 port. Com1 Wait Time Wait time for the response after data is sent to PTZ device. It is important value when COM1 is RS-485 type and bi-directional(full-duplex) protocol is used. In this case, If this time is too short you can lose the data from device.
ADMIN TOOL 6 TCP/IP Tool Network Type Select a Static or Dynamic address scheme that is used by the Internet Service Provider (not the addressing scheme used by a personal router). Internet Address Input a value to assign an IP address to the NVS. Subnet Mask Input a value to assign a subnet mask to the NVS. Default Gateway Input the IP address of the default gateway. Primary DNS Server Input the IP address of an ISP’s DNS server.
ADMIN TOOL 6 SMTP Tool This function is used to email the specified email recipient and notify that individual of the IP address / web port number used to access the NVS. This email function is only activates on power-on reset time of NVS. SMTP Server Enter an SMTP server to send email. Send E-mail box If this check box is set to on, email function is enabled. From Input the email address of sender. The email address should be admitted to the SMPT sever. To Input the email address of receiver.
ADMIN TOOL 6 Date & Time Tool Current Date/Time New Date/Time It shows the current Date/Time setting of NVS. Select the method of Date/Time setting. Date/Time can be set by local computer or timeserver or manual. To prevent the time and date from resetting when the server is powered down, we recommend choosing the option to sync with a time server. Network Video Server User’s Manual /BB01 www.bluenetvideo.
ADMIN TOOL 6 Users Tool System Manager Specify an ID and Password for the System Administrator of the NVS. The System Administrator will have all rights and privileges to manage the system. General Manager Give access privileges up to 40 separate user accounts. L Only 20 users may be logged on simultaneously, regardless of what user identities are logged on. To add a user Input an ID and Password, verify Password, select Authority, click ADD.
APPENDIX 7 A : Determining Current TCP/IP settings For Windows 98 / ME Users • Note the settings under the IP Address, DNS Configuration, and Gateway tabs. If you do not see any information listed, your settings have been obtained automatically. L If your IP settings are obtained automatically, you could use the MS-DOS prompt (or Command Prompt) to determine your IP address. For information on how to do this, please read the FAQ.
APPENDIX 7 B : Changing your computer's IP address and subnet mask For Windows 98 / ME Users • Select 'Use the following IP address' and change the IP address and Subnet Mask. For Windows 2000 or Windows XP • Select 'Use the following IP address' Network Video Server User’s Manual /BB01 www.bluenetvideo.
7 APPENDIX C : Port Forwarding After assigning the NVS a web server port and video server port you must use Port Forwarding (for cases A and B) Please consult your router’s user guide on how to correctly configure Port Forwarding. For your convenience, we have provided two example configurations. For D-Link DI-604 broadband routers: ① Open a web browser and type http://192.168.0.1 into your Address bar.
APPENDIX ⑤ Enter the Web Port number you have assigned the NVS into the Start and End fields. ⑥ Select TCP as the Protocol. ⑦ Enter the IP address of the NVS. ⑧ Check the “Enabled” checkbox. ⑨ 4 ~○ 8 for the Video Server Port that you have assigned the NVS. Repeat steps ○ ⑩ Click “Save Settings” ⑪ After the settings have been saved exit the browser. Port Forwarding is complete. Network Video Server User’s Manual /BB01 www.bluenetvideo.
8 FAQ I can’t connect!! In the case of a connection failure. Modem Reboot > Modem Reboot Finished > Router Reboot > Router Reboot Finished > NVS Reboot > NVS Reboot Finish > Verify DDNS and NVS communication via www.mybluenetvideo.com, if applicable. How do I choose a unique IP address that matches my network? For your home or small office, ensure that all devices on your network are running. PING an IP address that you plan to assign to the NVS.
FAQ 8 How do I find out my IP address information if my settings were automatically detected? • • Windows 98 / ME Users ① Open an MS-DOS Prompt ② At the prompt type: “winipcfg” (without the quotes) ③ Use the drop down list to select your 10/100 Ethernet Adapter (not a PPP adapter) ④ Now you will see your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway information ⑤ For DNS information contact your Internet Service Provider Windows 2000 / XP Users ① Open a Command Prompt ② At the prompt type -
FAQ 8 My 10M light is not flashing or solid? Verify the cable connection. 99% of the time the cable’s connection to the unit is causing this problem. Try using a different network cable or crossover cable (for PC connection only). Try reinserting the cable, if this still doesn’t solve the problem call our Support Center. I want to prevent users from viewing my camera. ① Go into Administration Tools of the NVS.
FAQ 8 Can I use the Network Video Server on my dial-up Internet connection? It is possible, but we recommend a high-speed broadband connection of at least 128Kb/sec. I’m accessing my video server remotely over the Internet and the video stream is choppy, is this normal? Yes. The frames/second received remotely are determined by your bandwidth capabilities both at your site where the NVS is installed and your remote location.
9 SPECIFICATION BB01 Specification Model Hardware BB01 CPU 32Bit RISC Processor OS Embedded Linux Flash Memory 4MB Viewer Network Compression Video Web Browser based Monitoring Protocol TCP/IP, HTTP, SMTP, PPP, UDP Interface 10 base-T Ethernet (RJ-45) Algorithm M-JPEG Rate 1/10 ~ 1/200 Input 1CH. NTSC/PAL Output 1CH. NTSC/PAL 30 frame/sec (320 × 240) Frame Rate Communication RS-485 / RS-232C (Option) Protocol Sensor I/O (option) Pelco-D etc.
TCP/IP Internet Basics 10 Network A computer network basically is a group of devices linked together usually using a communications protocol or language called TCP/IP. Normally these devices consist of PCs (personal computers), servers, and other devices. Most likely if you have multiple computers at a site, the chances are they are linked together forming a computer network. A local network is a private network of computing devices.
TCP/IP Internet Basics 10 be shared with your current telephone lines. 2. Cable Access – This type of service travels along the same cable as your CATV (Cable TV). That is why the provider of cable high-speed Internet is usually a cable TV company, since they can use the existing cable ran to the residence or place of business. It is a shared medium between you and your neighbors and is not a dedicated line.
TCP/IP Internet Basics 10 of the plumbing rather than through a straw. The same concept applies with the Internet. For a large amount of data to travel the Internet then there has to be a large pipe to accommodate that data. When receiving high-speed Internet, the provider should give a bandwidth quote telling you how much bandwidth they will provide you. There are two types of bandwidth that you need to be aware off and many times the quote on your bandwidth will be displayed like this 1000/128.
TCP/IP Internet Basics 10 can still access the DVMR using a dial-up connection, but you might receive a single image every several seconds. It is highly recommended to access the NVS through a high-speed connection as well. You may ask, “So exactly what numbers would be good rates? What can I compare it to?” Below is a chart describing various bandwidth rates (speeds) that you can compare and determine which would suit your needs for live video data transfer.
TCP/IP Internet Basics 10 Network Equipment Now that you have an idea of high-speed Internet access, you have to determine what type of equipment you have on the site, so you will better understand how to connect your NVS to your current network. Router: A router basically divides networks. Typically a router divides the network from the ISP’s (Internet Service Provider) network and your local network. You must have a router to separate these networks.
10 TCP/IP Internet Basics PORT FORWARDING Port forwarding is a feature in many routers that allows a device serving data within a local network to be accessed from outside the network (i.e. Internet). By default routers block requests from the outside if they haven’t been initiated from within the local network. The router basis these requests on the application’s TCP and/or UDP port number. The NVS uses 2 TCP ports. Consider the scenario in which a NVS is attached to a router.
TCP/IP Internet Basics 10 other on a local network. RJ-45 is a type of connector similar to a standard telephone jack that is used in Ethernet cabling. A standard Cat5 network cable has RJ-45 connectors attached that allow direct connections to routers, switches, and PCs. You can distinguish between a telephone line connector and RJ-45 connector by its size. RJ-45 is slightly larger than a telephone line connector (RJ-11), and RJ-45 houses eight wires as opposed to four.
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