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CONTENTS Preface v Overview v Organization v Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines vi CHAPTER 1 Overview 1-1 How to Use this Manual 1-1 Planning for Your Installation 1-2 Items Required for Installation 1-3 Information Required for Configuring a Multi Services Platform 1-4 Information Required for Configuring VSM 1-5 Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System 1-7 Cisco VSM 1-8 Cisco Multi Services Platform 1-9 Cameras 1-10 Video Encoders 1-10 Client PCs 1-10 Deployment
Contents Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack 2-4 Preparing to Rack Mount 2-4 Rack Mounting 2-6 Installing Hard Drives 2-10 Connecting to Power, the Network, and External Devices 2-11 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform 2-11 Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Control Center 2-12 Configuring Network Settings 2-15 Setting the System Time 2-21 Configuring NTP 2-24 Where to Go from Here 2-29 CHAPTER 3 Configuring VSM 3-1 Setting the VSOM Log In Page as th
Preface Overview This manual is intended for those who will install and configure a video surveillance solution that includes Cisco Video Surveillance Manager (VSM) release 4.2/6.2 software components that are installed on Cisco Multi Services Platform devices.
Preface Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines For information about obtaining documentation, submitting a service request, and gathering additional information, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation, at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.
CH A P T E R 1 Overview This chapter explains how to use this manual and how to plan for an installation. It also provides overviews of the components that make up a Cisco Video Surveillance Manager (VSM)-based video surveillance system and describes common options for deploying such a system. After reviewing this information, you will be ready to install and configure your system.
Chapter 1 Overview Planning for Your Installation Table 1-1 How to Use this Manual Activity Reference Learn about the system Step 1 Review the introduction to the Cisco See the “Introducing the Cisco Video video surveillance system components, Surveillance System” section on including VSM software, Multi page 1-7 Services Platform devices, and other devices Step 2 Review options for deploying a VSM system See the “Deployment Scenarios” section on page 1-11 Prepare for deployment Step 3 Plan for
Chapter 1 Overview Planning for Your Installation • Information Required for Configuring a Multi Services Platform, page 1-4 • Information Required for Configuring VSM, page 1-5 Items Required for Installation Table 1-2 describes the items that a typical installation requires. Table 1-2 Required Items Item Description Items required for all installations Power source and power protection. The Multi Services Platform connects to a standard 110 volt AC outlet. Network connectivity.
Chapter 1 Overview Planning for Your Installation Table 1-2 Required Items Item Description Medium Phillips-head screwdriver. Used to attach rack rails to the Multi Services Platform chassis. Assistance from at least one other person. A Multi Services Platform is heavy. Information Required for Configuring a Multi Services Platform Table 1-3 lists the information that you need as you perform the initial configuration of a Multi Services Platform.
Chapter 1 Overview Planning for Your Installation Description Default gateway for the Multi Services Platform (if needed). Value Default gateway Description Domain name for the Multi Services Platform (if needed). Value Domain name Description IP addresses of up to 3 DNS servers for the Multi Services Platform (if needed). Value DNS Server IP addresses Description Domains for searching (if needed).
Chapter 1 Overview Planning for Your Installation Table 1-4 Overview of Basic VSM Configuration Tasks Configuration Task Required Information Adding servers—Configure information about each Multi Services Platform that will run VSMS and each Multi Services Platform that will run VSVM Obtain the IP address or host name of each server that you are adding.
Chapter 1 Overview Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System Table 1-4 Overview of Basic VSM Configuration Tasks (continued) Configuration Task Required Information Adding analog cameras— Obtain the following information for each analog Configure information about camera: each analog camera in your • Video encoder that it connects to. VSM deployment. • Video encoder input port that it connects to • VSMS that is to manage the camera.
Chapter 1 Overview Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System provide additional overview information about each component. Your IP network may also include switches, routers, servers, and other network infrastructure hardware and software components. Table 1-5 Cisco Video Surveillance System Components Component and Reference Description Provided By Cisco VSM, page 1-8. A suite of software components Cisco.
Chapter 1 Overview Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System • Cisco Video Surveillance Media Server (VSMS)—Manages cameras, records and archives video, and provides access to live and recorded video. • Cisco Video Surveillance Operations Manager (VSOM)—Provides a web-based user interface for configuring, managing, displaying, and controlling video throughout an IP network. Also provide features for managing video devices and users.
Chapter 1 Overview Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System Cameras Cameras provide video images and, depending on the camera, audio. VSM supports a wide variety of fixed and movable pan, tilt, zoom (PTZ) cameras of these types: • Analog cameras—Capture video and (on some models) audio and output this information in one or two analog streams (depending on the model).
Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios • CPU—Intel Core 2 Quad Q9650, 3.0 Ghz (Hewlett-Packard xw4600 workstation) • Memory—4 GB DDR2 (3.5 GB usable) • Graphics card—ATI4850, 512 MB • Browser—Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or 7 • Network connection—Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) For standard definition video streams, client PCs with this configuration support the loads that Table 1-6 shows. For high definition video streams, client PCs with this configuration support the loads that Table 1-7 shows.
Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios The following sections provide overviews of common VSM deployment scenarios. For more information about these and other deployment options, refer to VSM design guides or contact Cisco or your Cisco partner. • Single Site Deployment, page 1-12 • Multiple Site Deployment with Centralized VSM Management, page 1-13 Single Site Deployment In a single site deployment, one or more Multi Services Platforms are located at the same facility.
Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios Figure 1-2 Single Site Deployment with Several Multi Services Platforms Multiple Site Deployment with Centralized VSM Management In a multiple site deployment, Multi Services Platforms at separate locations connect through a wide area network (WAN). Each location can have one or more Multi Services Platforms and client systems can access VSM if they can connect to the network.
Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios Figure 1-3 Multiple Site Deployment—Centralized VSM Management In a distributed VSM management deployment, one Multi Services Platform at each site runs VSOM. Other VSM software may also run on that server, or may run in any combination on other Multi Services Platforms at the site. VSM is configured and managed independently at each site.
Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios Figure 1-4 Multiple Site Deployment—Distributed VSM Management Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
CH A P T E R 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform The Cisco Multi Services Platform comprises a set of server models that run Cisco VSM software and provide recording and storage of streams from surveillance cameras. The servers are available in 1 RU, 2 RU, and 4 RU models, and provide varying amounts of video storage. For more information, see the “Cisco Multi Services Platform” section on page 1-9.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Unpacking the Multi Services Platform Table 2-1 Step 3 Overview of Installation and Set Up Tasks (continued) Task Description Install hard drives, if needed. If you received the Multi Services Platform 2 RU or 4 RU model, install the hard drives that you received with the server. Hard drives are preinstalled in the 1 RU model.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Unpacking the Multi Services Platform • 2 RU model—Ships in two boxes. One box contains the chassis and one box contains from 4 to 12 hard drives. • 4 RU model—Ships in two or three boxes. One box contains the chassis. If you ordered up to 12 hard drives, they are included in one additional box. If you ordered more than 12 hard drives, they are included in two additional boxes.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Note If your shipment includes more than one Multi Services Platform, make sure that the serial number of each Multi Services Platform matches the hard drives that are intended for it, as described in the previous procedure. Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack The Multi Services Platform is designed to be installed in a standard 19-inch rack.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Rack Precautions • Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are extended to the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them. • In a single rack installation, attach stabilizers to the rack. • In a multiple rack installation, couple the racks to each other. • Make sure that the rack is stable before extending a component from the rack.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack • Consider the connection of equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that possible overloading of circuits may have on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Consider equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this issue. • Maintain a reliable ground. The rack itself should be grounded.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Figure 2-1 a. Attaching Inner Rack Rails Place the inner rack rail on one side of the chassis, aligning the hooks of the chassis with the holes in the rail. The rail marked R attaches to the right of the chassis as you face the front of the chassis. The rail marked L attaches to the left.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Figure 2-2 a. Outer Rack Rails Make sure that the right short and long outer rack rail brackets are connected to each other and that the left short and long outer rack rail brackets are connected to each other. The brackets are marked R and L.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Figure 2-3 Placing the Server in a rack a. Confirm that the inner and outer rack rails are installed on the Multi Services Platform and on the rack. b. Align the chassis inner rack rails with the front of the outer rack rails. c. Slide the chassis inner rack rails into the outer rack rails, keeping even pressure on both sides of the device.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Installing Hard Drives Installing Hard Drives If you ordered a Multi Services Platform 2 RU or 4 RU model, you must install the hard drives that you ordered for the system. To install hard drives, perform the following procedure. Each of the hard drives that you received should be the same, so you can install them in any order and into any open slot on the front of the Multi Services Platform.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Connecting to Power, the Network, and External Devices Connecting to Power, the Network, and External Devices After you mount the Multi Services Platform in a rack and install the hard drives, you are ready to connect a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the server, and to connect the server to power and to your network.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform • System time and date—Time and date in the location that the Multi Services Platform is to operate. • Network Time Protocol (NTP)—Options that the Multi Services Platform requires to synchronize its clock with an NTP server. Configuring NTP is optional but recommended.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform The system boots up. It displays several screens of information during this process. It also displays several prompts for information or optional actions. Note Step 2 Do not respond to the prompts that appear during boot up. Instead, let the system accept the default values and continue with the boot process.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-5 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Accessing the YaST Control Center The YaST Control Center window appears, as shown in Figure 2-6. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-6 Note YaST Control Center Window The YaST Control Center times out after 5 minutes of inactivity. If a timeout occurs, enter the password secur4u to redisplay the Control Center. Configuring Network Settings This section explains how to configure the settings that the Multi Services Platform requires to operate on your network.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-7 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Accessing Network Configuration Options The YaST2 window appears, as shown in Figure 2-8. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-8 YaST2 Window Step 3 In the YaST2 window, make sure that the Traditional Method with ifup radio button in the Network Setup Method area is selected (see Figure 2-8), then click Next. Step 4 Take these actions: a. Make sure that the first controller that is listed in the Network Card Configuration Overview area is selected, as shown in Figure 2-9.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-9 b. Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Choosing a Network Card Click Edit at the bottom of the screen. The Network Address Setup area appears, as shown in Figure 2-10. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-10 Step 5 Network Address Setup Area Make sure that the Address tab is selected in the Network Address Setup area, then take these actions: a. Click the Static Address Setup radio button. b. In the IP Address field, enter the IP address for the server. c. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the subnet mask for the server. d.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Step 6 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform In the Routing Configuration area, take these actions: a. In the Default Gateway field, enter the default gateway for the server, if applicable in your network configuration. b. Click OK. The Network Address Setup area appears again. Step 7 In the Network Address Setup area, take these actions: a.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Step 8 d. (Optional) If this server will access up to 3 DNS servers, enter the IP address of the servers in the Name Server 1, Name Server 2, and Name Server 3 fields. e. (Optional) In the Domain Search field, enter one or more domains for searching. Separate multiple domains with a comma, space, or carriage return. f. Click OK.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-12 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Accessing System Time Options The Clock and Time Zone area appears, as shown in Figure 2-13. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-13 Clock and Time Zone Area Step 3 In the Region panel, click the region in which the MSP is located. Step 4 In the Time Zone panel, click the time zone in which the MSP is located. Make sure that UTC is selected from the Hardware Clock Set To drop down list, as shown in Figure 2-14.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Step 5 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Click Change next to the Time and Date field. The Change System Date and Time window appears, as shown in Figure 2-15. Figure 2-15 Step 6 Step 7 Change System Date and Time Window In the Change System Date and Time window, take these actions: a. In the Current Time field, enter the current hour, minutes, and seconds in 24 hour format.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform To configure NTP, follow these steps: Procedure Step 1 Access the YaST Control Center window as described in the “Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Control Center” section on page 2-12. Step 2 In the left panel of the YaST Control Center window, click Network Services, then click NTP Configuration in the right panel, as shown in Figure 2-16.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-17 Step 4 Advanced NTP Configuration Area Make sure that the During Boot radio button is selected, as shown in Figure 2-18. Figure 2-18 Step 5 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Choosing the During Boot Radio Button Uncheck the Configure NTP Daemon via DHCP check box, as shown in Figure 2-19. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-19 Unchecking the Configure NTP Daemon via DHCP Check Box Step 6 Click Add. Step 7 The New Synchronization area appears, as shown in Figure 2-20. Figure 2-20 New Synchronization Area Step 8 In the New Synchronization area, make sure that the Server radio button is selected, and click Next. Step 9 The NTP Server panel appears, as shown in Figure 2-21.
Chapter 2 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-21 Step 10 Step 11 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform NTP Server Area In the NTP Server area, take these actions: a. In the Address field, enter the IP address or host name of your NTP server. b. (Optional) Click Test to make sure that the Multi Services Platform can access the NTP server. c. Check the Use for Initial Synchronization check box. d. Click OK.
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Where to Go from Here Where to Go from Here Congratulations. If you have successfully completed the procedures that this chapter describes, your Multi Services Platform is configured and running on your network. Now you are ready to configure the VSM software, as described in Chapter 3, “Configuring VSM.” Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
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CH A P T E R 3 Configuring VSM This provides instructions for performing the basic configuration of VSOM. Basic configuration involves providing information about VSMS, VSVM, video encoder, and camera devices that will operate in your VSM deployment, and scheduling video recording.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page Step 2 Take either of these actions to access the Management Console: • From the keyboard and monitor that are attached to the Multi Services Platform, click the Cisco Video Surveillance Management Console icon on the server desktop (see Figure 3-1).
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page Figure 3-3 Step 4 Choosing Operations Manager In the dialog box that prompts for a user name and password take these actions: a. In the Username field, enter root. The user name is not case sensitive. b. In the Password field, enter secur4u. The password is case sensitive. Step 5 Under Select Homepage, choose the Change default homepage to VSOM radio button, as shown in Figure 3-4.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-4 Step 6 Choosing the VSOM Default Home Page Click Update. Configuring VSM The following sections describe how to make basic configuration settings for VSM. This process includes configuring options for servers, video encoders (if needed), cameras, and recording schedules. You can configure cameras and video encoders even if they are not yet set up in your deployment.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager You perform the basic configuration of VSM by using the VSOM Operations Manager, which you control through the VSOM Operator pages. You can access these pages from a client PC that meets the requirements that the “Client PCs” section on page 1-10 describes. To access the VSOM Operations Manager, perform the following steps.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-5 VSOM Operator Page Adding Servers Adding servers is the process of configuring information about each Multi Services Platform that runs VSMS and each Multi Services Platform that runs VSVM in your VSM deployment. This information includes the name and IP address or host name of each server. If a Multi Services Platform runs VSMS and VSVM, add that server twice, once for each component.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Step 2 In the VSOM Operator page, click the Admin link, which appears near the top left of the page (see Figure 3-6). Figure 3-6 Admin Link The Administration area appears. Step 3 Take the following actions to configure each server that will run VSMS: a. Click Servers under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page, as shown in Figure 3-7. Figure 3-7 Accessing the Servers Area The Servers area appears. b.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-8 c. In the Server Information area in the Details tab, choose Video Surveillance Media Server (VSMS) from the Server Type drop-down list, as shown in Figure 3-9. Figure 3-9 d. Choosing to Add a Server Choosing a VSMS Server Type In the Server Name field (see Figure 3-10), enter a name for the server. Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the server. For example, enter the location of the server or its primary use.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-10 e. Server Name Field (Optional) In the Description field (see Figure 3-11), enter a description for the server. For example, the description could include the location or type of the server. Figure 3-11 f. Description Field In the Host IP/Name field (see Figure 3-12), enter the host name or IP address of the server that you are adding. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-12 Step 4 Host IP/Name Field g. Click the Submit button to add the server. h. Repeat this Step 3 for each server on which you will run VSMS. If you will use VSVM, take the following actions to configure the server that will run VSVM: a. Click Servers under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page, as shown in Figure 3-7 on page 3-7. The Servers area appears. b.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-13 d. Choosing a VSVM Server Type In the Server Name field, enter a name for server. Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the server. The name can include any combination of characters and spaces e. (Optional) In the Description field, enter a description for the server. For example, the description could include the location or type of the server. f.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Video encoders are required only if your deployment includes analog cameras. If you will not use video encoders, skip this section. Procedure Step 1 Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the “Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager” section on page 3-5 Step 2 In the VSOM Operator page, click the Admin link, which appears near the top left of the page (see Figure 3-14). Figure 3-14 Admin Link The Administration area appears.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-15 Accessing the Encoders Area . The Encoders area appears. Step 4 In the Encoders area, click Add a New Encoder, as shown in Figure 3-8. Figure 3-16 Step 5 Choosing to Add an Encoder In the Encoder Information area in the Details tab, take these actions: a. Choose the model of the video encoder that you are adding from the Encoder Type drop-down list, as shown in Figure 3-17. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-17 b. Choosing an Encoder Type In the Encoder Name field (see Figure 3-18), enter a name for the video encoder. Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the device. The name can include any combination of characters and spaces. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-18 c. Encoder Name Field (Optional) In the Description field (see Figure 3-19), enter a description for the video encoder. For example, the description could include the location or type of the video encoder. Figure 3-19 d. Description Field In the Host IP/Name field (see Figure 3-20), enter the host name or IP name of the video encoder that you are adding. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-20 Step 6 Host IP/Name Field If the video encoder allows access from VSMS only if VSMS provides valid authentication credentials, take these actions in the Authentication area in the Details Tab: a. In the Username field (see Figure 3-21), enter the user name that VSMS provides when accessing the video encoder. The user name is configured on the video encoder and the value that you enter in this field must match the configured name exactly.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-22 c. New Password Field In the Confirm Password field (see Figure 3-23), reenter the password. Figure 3-23 Confirm Password Field Step 7 Click the Submit button to add the encoder. Step 8 Repeat Step 4 through Step 7 as needed to add other video encoders. Adding Analog Cameras Adding analog cameras is the process of configuring information about the analog cameras that will operate in your VSM deployment.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Procedure Step 1 Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the “Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager” section on page 3-5 Step 2 In the VSOM Operator page, click the Admin link, which appears near the top left of the page (see Figure 3-24). Figure 3-24 Admin Link The Administration area appears. Step 3 Click Analog Cameras under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page, as shown in Figure 3-25.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Step 4 In the Analog Cameras area, click Add a New Analog Camera, as shown in Figure 3-26. Figure 3-26 Step 5 Choosing to Add an Analog Camera In the Camera Information area in the Camera Type tab, take these actions: a. In the Camera Name field (see Figure 3-27), enter a name for the camera. Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the camera. The name can include any combination of characters and spaces. Figure 3-27 b.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-28 c. From the Status drop-down list, make sure that Enabled is selected, as shown in Figure 3-29. Figure 3-29 d. Description Field Status Enabled From the Encoder drop-down list (see Figure 3-30), choose the video encoder that the camera connects to. This list displays the video encoders that you added as described in the “Adding Video Encoders” section on page 3-11. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-30 e. From the Encoder Channel drop-down list (see Figure 3-31), choose the video encoder input port that the camera connects to. Figure 3-31 Step 6 Encoder Drop-Down List Encoder Channel Drop-Down List In the Camera Feed area in the Camera Type tab, take these actions: a. From the Server drop-down list (see Figure 3-32), choose the VSMS that is to manage the camera feed.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-32 b. Server Drop-Down List From the Media Type drop-down list (see Figure 3-33), choose the digital video encoding type for the video stream from the camera. The options in this list depend on the video encoder that you chose for this camera. Figure 3-33 c. Media Type Drop-Down List From the Format drop-down list (see Figure 3-34), choose the format for the video stream from the camera.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-34 d. Format Drop-Down List From the Resolution drop-down list (see Figure 3-35), choose the resolution for the video stream from the camera. The options in this list depend on the video encoder that you chose for this camera. Figure 3-35 e.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM – To choose Universal Datagram Protocol (UDP) unicast, click the UDP radio button – To choose UDP multicast, click the UDP radio button, then in the Multicast Address field enter the multicast address that the video encoder should use to multicast the video to VSMS Figure 3-36 f. Transport Option If the Bitrate drop-down list appears (see Figure 3-37), choose the bit rate for the video stream from the camera.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM g. If the Frame Rate drop-down list (seeFigure 3-38), choose the frame rate per second for the video stream from the camera. The Frame Rate drop-down list appears only if you chose JPEG for the media type. Figure 3-38 h. Frame Rate Drop-Down List Use the Quality slider (see Figure 3-39) to specify the quality of the video stream. The slider displays a numerical value when you move it.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-39 Quality Slider Step 7 Click the Submit button to add the analog camera. Step 8 Repeat Step 4 through Step 7 as needed to add other cameras. Adding IP Cameras Adding IP cameras is the process of configuring information about the IP cameras that will operate in your VSM deployment. This information includes the name of the camera, information about its video stream, and its log in credentials.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Step 2 In the VSOM Operator page, click the Admin link, which appears near the top left of the page. (see Figure 3-40). Figure 3-40 Admin Link The Administration area appears. Step 3 Click IP/Network Cameras under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page.as shown in Figure 3-41. Figure 3-41 Accessing the IP/Network Cameras Area . The IP/Network Cameras area appears. Step 4 In the IP/Network Cameras area, click Add a New IP/Network Camera.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-42 Step 5 Choosing to Add an IP/Network Camera In the Camera Information area in the Camera Type tab, take these actions: a. In the Camera Name field (see Figure 3-43, enter a name for the analog camera. Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the camera. The name can include any combination of characters and spaces. Figure 3-43 b.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-44 c. From the Camera Type drop-down list (see Figure 3-45, choose the model of the camera that you are adding. Figure 3-45 d. Description Field Camera Type Drop-Down List In the Host IP/Name field (see Figure 3-46), enter the IP address or host name of the camera. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-46 e. From the Status drop-down list (see Figure 3-47), make sure that Enabled is selected. Figure 3-47 Step 6 Host IP-Name Field Status Drop-Down List In the Camera Feed area in the Camera Type tab, take these actions: a. From the Server drop-down list (see Figure 3-48), choose the VSMS that will manage the video stream. This list displays the servers that you configured as described in the “Adding Servers” section on page 3-6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-48 b. From the Media Type drop-down list (see Figure 3-49), choose the digital video encoding type for the video stream from the camera. Figure 3-49 c. Server Drop-Down List Media Type Drop-Down List From the Format drop-down list (see Figure 3-50), choose the format for the video stream from the camera. The options in this list depend on the camera model that you chose. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-50 d. Format Drop-Down List From the Resolution drop-down list (see Figure 3-51), choose the resolution for the video stream from the camera. The options in this list depend on the camera model that you chose. Figure 3-51 e.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM – To choose UDP multicast, click the UDP radio button, then in the Multicast Address field enter the multicast address that camera should use to multicast the video to VSMS Figure 3-52 f. Transport Option From the Bitrate drop-down list (see Figure 3-53), choose the bit rate for the video stream from the camera. The Bitrate drop-down list appears only if you chose MPEG-2, MPEG-4, or H.264 for the media type.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM g. From the Frame Rate drop-down list (see Figure 3-54), choose the frame rate per second for the video stream from the camera. The Frame Rate drop-down list appears only if you chose JPEG for the media type. Figure 3-54 h. Frame Rate Drop-Down List Use the Quality slider (see Figure 3-55) to specify the quality of the video stream. The slider displays a numerical value when you move it.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-55 Step 7 Quality Slider In the Camera requires authentication area in the Camera Type tab, take these actions: a. Check the Camera requires authentication check box (see Figure 3-56) if the camera allows access from VSMS only if VSMS provides valid authentication credentials. Figure 3-56 b. Camera Requires Authentication Check Box In the Username field (see Figure 3-57), enter the user name that VSMS provides when accessing the camera.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-57 c. Username Field In the Password field (see Figure 3-58), enter the password that VSMS provides when accessing the camera. The password is configured on the camera and the value that you enter in this field must match the configured password exactly. The password can contain alphabetic and numeric characters only and is case sensitive. Figure 3-58 d. Password Field In the Confirm Password field (see Figure 3-59), reenter the password.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Configuring Archives An archive is a recording of the feed from a camera in your VSM deployment. Configuring archives is the process of designating a camera feed that you want to record, setting parameters for the recording, and specifying a schedule for the recording. The feed includes video and, depending on the camera and VSM configuration, may include audio. A recorded feed is called an archive.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Step 3 Click Archives under Video Feeds in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page, as shown in Figure 3-61. Figure 3-61 Step 4 Choosing Archives In the Archives area, click Start/Schedule a New Archive, as shown in Figure 3-62. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-62 Step 5 In the Archive Source area in the Feeds tab, take these actions: a. Click the radio button that corresponds to the camera feed that you want to record (see Figure 3-63 for an example). Figure 3-63 b. Step 6 Choosing to Schedule a New Archive Choosing to Schedule a New Archive Click Next. In the Archive Information area in the Details tab, take these actions: a. In the Archive Name field (see Figure 3-64), enter a name for the camera.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-64 b. (Optional) In the Description field (see Figure 3-65), enter a description for the archive. Figure 3-65 c. Archive Name Field Description Field From the Status drop-down list (see Figure 3-66), make sure that Enabled is selected. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-66 d. Status Drop-Down List From the Force Start drop-down list (see Figure 3-67), choose either of these options: – Default—VSMS verifies whether there is enough capacity to store the archive that you are configuring. If there is not enough capacity when you submit the archive, the archive operation does not start and VSMS generates an error message.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-67 e. Force Start Drop-Down List From the Keep on Server drop-down list (see Figure 3-68), choose the number of days that VSMS retains the archive after the recording stops. The system deletes the archive after this period. If you choose Forever, the archive is never deleted. Figure 3-68 Keep On Server Drop-Down List Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Step 7 Click the Archive Type tab and take the appropriate actions in the Archive Type area to designate and configure the archive type: • To record during one or more designated periods, see Figure 3-69 and take these actions: 1. Click the Simple Schedule radio button. 2. In the Start on and End On fields, specify the start date and the end date for the recording. In the corresponding At fields, enter the start time and end time for the recording.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM • To designate a regular weekly schedule for recording, see Figure 3-70 and take these actions: 1. Click the Recurring Schedule radio button. 2. In the Start On field, type or use the calendar to enter the date on which the schedule becomes active. 3. Specify the days on which the recording executes during identical time periods: a. Check the check box that corresponds to each day on which you want the recording to execute identically. b.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM Figure 3-70 • Options for Configuring a Weekly Recording Schedule To designate a continuos loop schedule, see Figure 3-71 and take these actions: 1. Click the Continuous Loop radio button. 2. In the Loop Duration field, enter the duration of the loop by entering a number and choosing the time unit from the drop-down list. The system archives video for the duration that you specify. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Where to Go from Here Figure 3-71 Step 8 Options for Configuring a Continuous Loop Recording Schedule Click Submit. If you configured a continuous loop archive, recording starts immediately. Other recording types start as they are scheduled. Where to Go from Here After you complete the basic configuration of VSM and deploy the cameras and encoders (if required) that you added during the configuration process, you should be able to display live video from any camera.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Where to Go from Here Figure 3-72 • Step 2 Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the “Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager” section on page 3-5. Click Camera Fields (see Figure 3-73) to see a list of configured cameras. Figure 3-73 Step 3 Ops Link Displaying Configured Cameras Click the camera from which you want to display video. For information about configuring advanced options and operating your system, see your Cisco VSM documentation.
Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Where to Go from Here Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.
