BX2 Setup Guide
BX2 Contents Introduction..................................................................................3 Features.......................................................................................4 Important Safeguards..................................................................6 Installing the Unit.........................................................................8 Simple Installation......................................................................10 Connecting external devices....
BX2 Introduction What is the… BX2 ? The BX2 range has combined multiplexing, digital recording and dome telemetry control to offer a high performance DVR with advanced network features. The BX2’s intuitive configuration menu system with network server capabilities bring CCTV and Networking into a single box solution.
BX2 Features Installation • Designed for BS-8418 compliance • Auto detect cameras on power up • Auto detect external storage on power up • Default 24-hour recording at Medium quality • Loop-through connections Operation • MultiMode recording • Play, record, copy and transmit simultaneously • Hidden camera option • Control via IR remote control Playback • VCR style playback • Full and multiscreen playback Events • Activity detection • 20 internal alarm inputs • 6 int
BX2 Design of the manual The manual has three parts: 1. Installation –Giving details of how to install the unit and connect external devices. 2. Setup –Giving details of the configuration menus of the unit. 3.
BX2 Important Safeguards Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. Power Sources This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Servicing Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
BX2 CE Mark If this product is marked with the CE symbol it indicates compliance with all applicable directives. Directive 89/336/EEC. A ‘Declaration of Conformity’ is held at Dedicated Micros Ltd., 11 Oak Street, Swinton, Manchester M27 4FL. Laser The unit supports an integrated CD writer, the following are additional warnings associated with installing and operating the CD writer, please pay particular attention to this information.
BX2 Installing the Unit Before you start Check the contents of the box The following items are included in the box: • BX2 • Hard disk caddies • IR remote handset • Mains cable with three pin plug fitted (North America) • Mains cable without plug fitted (other regions) • Rack mount kit (rack mount ears, rear supports, and fixing screws) • 485-bus cable Choosing a location for installation The unit is designed to be desk mounted.
1GB = 1024 Megabytes (MB) BX2 Kilobytes and Gigabytes are units of storage: 1MB = 1024 Kilobytes (KB) With analogue recording, the image quality is dependent on the type of VCR being used; VHS or S-VHS. The unit allows the image quality to be altered by adjusting the image size, for example, Low quality is 14KB, Medium is 18KB, and High is 25KB.
BX2 Simple Installation The unit can be installed in as little as 4 steps, and being plug-and-play, cameras will be detected and begin recording automatically. Rear Panel connections The illustration shows the rear panel connections.
BX2 Front Panel EVENT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SPOT RECORD COPY GOTO LIVE PLAY MODE MENU The main user interface is located on the front panel of the unit. Alternatively it is possible to connect a remote keyboard and have the same level of control. Camera control 1 - 16 Note: Camera keys for camera selection. The number of camera keys will depend on the number of video inputs supported on the product.
BX2 VCR buttons Pause Pause the image in Live and Playback mode. Rew Rewind/Search images in Playback mode. Play Playback recorded images and GOTO function. FFwd Fast forward / Search images in Playback mode.
Connect cameras to the video inputs, starting from input 1. BX2 STEP 1. Connect Cameras STEP 2. Connect Monitors Connect the video output marked MON A to the Main monitor (digital live, playback and multiscreens). Connect output marked MON B to the optional Spot monitor (analogue full-screen images).
BX2 14 STEP 3. Connect the External Devices If external devices need to be connected to the unit, go to the next section - ‘Connecting external devices’, before proceeding to Step 4.
Once the unit is in its final position and all external devices have been fitted and powered, connect the power to the rear of the unit. The power-up procedure may take up to one minute. The unit will be ready to use once it this is complete. BX2 STEP 4.
BX2 Connecting external devices The BX2 uses 485-Bus networking to interconnect Dedicated Micros products and accessories. Storage devices can be connected to the SCSI port, and telemetry cameras can be connected to the serial ports.
RS-232 Serial 1 & 2 Pin Allocation Serial 3 & 4 Pin Allocation Data Carrier Detect (DCD) 1 - Receive Data (RX) 2 2 Transmit Data (TX) 3 3 Data Terminal Ready (DTR) 4 - Ground (GND) 5 5 Data Set Ready (DSR) 6 - Ready To Send (RTS) 7 7 Clear To Send (CTS) 8 8 Ring Indicate (RI) 9 - BX2 RS232 RS422 RS-422 Serial 3 & 4 Pin Allocation Transmit Data (TX+) 1 Transmit Data (TX-) 9 Receive Data (RX+) 4 Receive Data (RX-) 6 RS485 RS-485 Note: Serial 3 & 4 Pin Allocation T
BX2 ON 1 2 3 4 5 Connecting Storage devices Images are recorded to the internal hard disk for instant playback and searching by the operator. The capacity of the internal disk effects the amount of images and time that can be recorded. For example, a 80GB unit can record for 8 days at default record rates, but a 320GB unit can record for 31 days at the same record rates. The internal hard disk is a temporary storage device as the images are constantly being overwritten after a certain period of time.
BX2 The unit can be connected to a standard 10/100-baseT Ethernet network and using the viewing application offers full control of the unit from a remote location. Network connection Refer to the Network Options in the Configuration section for full details on how to configure the units IP address. To connect the unit to a network you will need the following items: • One RJ-45 network cable (CAT5 or equivalent).
BX2 Connecting alarms and relays The unit supports twenty one alarms and six relays in total. The relays are divided between the 9 Way D-Type (AUX RELAYS) and the screw terminal (R1 / R2). Dry contact alarms can be wired directly to the alarm connection on the back of the BX2. There are 21 alarm inputs, 20 via the 25 way D connection and one using the Direct Connector (5&6). The Alarm connections are as follows.
BX2 1K2 5K6 Normally Closed, the resistive value is 1.2KΩ, as the circuit does not see the 5.6KΩ resistor. 1K2 5K6 Open Circuit (tamper), the resistive value is infinity as the circuit has been cut and therefore is ‘open’. 1K2 5K6 Short Circuit (tamper), the resistive value is 0Ω. WARNING: The maximum rating of all the relays is 500mA @ 48V, exceeding this load will cause damage to the relays.
BX2 Note: The alarm contacts do not have to correspond to the equivalent camera number, for example alarm 2 could trigger camera 1, 2 and 3 into alarm mode, refer to Alarms and Presets menu for configuration details.
The IP address used to dial in to the unit is the IP address used for PPP_Link2.The PPP IP address used in System Options->Network Settings->PPPSelection is the base PPPIPAddress. The dial in address is one greater than this. Ie if the PPPIPaddress is defined as “10.0.0.1”, the PPPIPaddress required to connect to the unit is “10.0.0.2”. BX2 NOTE: The unit will request a username and password, as defined in the ‘profiles’ configuration file. The default settings are ‘username’ and ‘password’.
BX2 Configuring the unit Using the Menus The unit uses on-screen (OSD) paged menu system to guide users through the installation process. The integrated web pages allow remote configuration using an internet browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. Entering the Menus There are two types of menu; User and Installer. User Menu To enter the User menu tap the Menu key. Note: If a password has been set and enabled it will be necessary to enter the User password to gain access to the menus.
BX2 To exit the menus Press and hold the Menu key to exit the menus. Tip: Tapping the Menu key until all the menus have been viewed will also exit. Example of using the menu to change the time: 1. Press and hold the Menu key to enter the installer menu. The ‘Time, Date & Language’ page is displayed. Time Date & Language 2.
BX2 4. Use the button to change the settings, in this example 15:45. Time Date & Language 5. Time & Date S 15:45 24/Nov/2005 Date Format Day, Month Language English System Shutdown Disabled Timezone Greenwich Mean Time GMT +0 Use the button to return to the left-hand side of the page and select another option. Or press the Menu key to move to the next menu.
BX2 Time, Date & Language Time, Date & Language Time & Date 15:38 22/11/2005 Date Format Day, Month Language English System shutdown Disabled Timezone Month, Day See below for full list Enabled Greenwich Mean Time GMT +0 Date As default, the date is entered DD:MM:YYYY, this can be changed using the Date format option below. Time The time should be entered in 24 hour format (HH:MM).
BX2 Camera Viewing An option is available to view all cameras or selected cameras. All the cameras are viewed by default. Cameras removed from viewing do not affect the cameras being recorded. Camera Viewing View All Cameras, Selected Cameras All Cameras To change the cameras to be viewed • Press the • A menu will display the cameras to be viewed. • Press the relevant camera button to toggle the camera in or out of the viewed sequence. This camera will be displayed.
A schedule can be used to record selected cameras at different times, change the record rates and determine whether alarms or activity are enabled. BX2 Schedule Schedule Schedule Type Timed Night On Weekend Off Keyswitch None Holiday Edit Note: Zone Control, Timed On Between, 7 Day Timer, Off, On On Between, Off Direct, Aux, Module 1-16, None The Keyswitch and Holiday functions will only be available when ‘Timed’ has been selected in the Schedule Type option.
BX2 The options are: • On - Night settings would be permanently applied. • 7 Day Timer - This activates a sub menu where Day and Night times can be allocated, refer to the 7 Day Timer section. • On between - this allows the start and end times to be set when the Night settings will be applied. • Off - When the night option is off the Day settings will be applied at all times (default).
The input which activates the keyswitch can be configured for one of the following options: • None - There is no keyswitch operation enabled. • Direct - The direct input on the rear panel has been allocated as the keyswitch trigger. • Aux - The Aux input on the rear panel has been allocated as the keyswitch trigger, select a contact. BX2 Keyswitch • Module 01 - Module 16 - select any input on any module to be the keyswitch trigger.
BX2 Standard Recording Schedule The record rate and the image size determine how long cameras can be recorded for and the update rate for each camera. Settings can be applied to day, night and weekend schedules. The record rate for the unit has a maximum record rate (Standard and Alarm) of 100PPS for PAL standard cameras and 120PPS for NTSC standard cameras.
BX2 Recording Rates Note: VCR time-lapse Digital Sprite milliseconds mode (hours) record rate (pps) (ms) 3 (2) 25 (30) 40 (33) 12 12 83 24 6 167 48 3 333 72 2 500 168 1 1000 Figures in brackets are for NTSC systems. To work out the update rate per camera (the number of seconds before the camera is updated) divide the number of cameras included in the standard record setting by the selected record rate (PPS).
BX2 Image Size The unit supports both JPEG and MPEG-4 compression for high quality recording and image display. Images recorded using the standard recording settings are stored in JPEG format. The settings applied to these images are configurable. The image size has two configurable parameters, File Size and Image Resolution. The file size setting can be configured between 5 to 45 KB. This determines the size of the images that will be stored on the hard drive.
BX2 JPEG Image Size High. Medium, Low Standard recording High Alias Resolution Size High 704x512 25KB Medium 704x256 18KB Low 352x256 08KB Record Cameras Each camera can be individually included or excluded from the standard record settings. Using the button to highlight the Record cameras option and press to enter the Record Cameras menu. Use the corresponding camera key to select/deselect the camera, a blank box indicates the camera is not included in the record sequence.
BX2 Camera Profile Selector MultiMode recording offers the ability to set different recording rates, resolutions and compression across scheduled, normal and alarm modes, or to mix a standard setting for many cameras with individual settings for particular cameras and time of day. By varying the quality (bitrate) of the recorded image, users can increase recording capability of the unit.
Select the profile recording that is to be applied when the unit switches to event recording mode, again the options available are: BX2 Event Profile MPEG01 to MPEG12 JPEG01 to JPEG12 When this option is highlighted additional information will displayed on the screen and it is also possible to access the edit profile screen by pressing the PLAY button, see below for more information.
BX2 MPEG Profile Parameters MPEG Profile Parameterss Profile MPEG 01 Description XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Image Size High MPEG Quality Constant Bitrate MPEG Bitrate 8kbits/second Record Rate 01 PPS 01 - 25 I-Frame Interval 60 Sec 01 - 60 Disabled, Alarms, Activity, Both CBR, High 02 - 11, Med 12 - 21, Low 22 - 32 08 - 8192 Profile This identifies the profile that is being configured and can not be changed.
BX2 Network Options This option allows you to configure the Network connection on the unit. Network Options Disabled, Enabled DHCP Disabled TCP/IP address 172.016.080.007 Subnet mask 255.255.000.000 Default gateway 000.000.000.
BX2 More Network Options Bandwidth selection Edit PPP selection Edit Viewing Resolutions Edit Secondary web server port 0000 Primary DNS 000.000.000.000 Secondary DNS 000.000.000.000 0000-9999 Bandwidth Selection It is possible to set maximum limits for the bandwidth utilisation on the Network port of the unit.
This is a read only setting and shows the buffer size for the network type selected. Note: BX2 Transmission Image Buffer If Custom is selected in the Type option, it is possible to configure this setting from 1 to 8. Ethernet MTU The Ethernet MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) is the largest physical packet size, measured in bytes, that a network can transmit. Any messages larger than the MTU are divided into smaller packets before being sent.
BX2 PPP IP Enter the IP address allocated to the PPP functionality. Use the numbers. and buttons to scroll through the available NOTE: The IP address defined here is the base PPP IP address. The IP address used for dial in to the PPP_Link2 is one greater than this ie if a PPP IP address is defined as “10.0.0.1” in the PPP Selection menu, the IP address associated with PPP_Link2 is “10.0.0.2”.
• For a dial-out connection, this defines the mask for the range of IP addresses with which the unit will communicate over the connection established with this profile. This field is not relevant for a dial-in connection. All fields on one line are separated by white-space, and comments can be added by preceding the line with a ‘#’ character. BX2 Example entry for defining a dial-in user (“remoteuser”, password “D1alin”) on Serial 1.
BX2 Parameters These are the parameters for the highlighted MPEG profile, the example shows that the image resolution for MPEG 12. Secondary Web Server Port The unit can be configured to send video via a web port. If the standard web port (80) is already utilised on the network, it is possible to configure a secondary web server port.
The unit supports enhanced network features, the firewall option adds security to the system. It ensures only authorised users gain access to the unit by utilising IP address and port filtering. Note: BX2 Firewall Options It is recommended that the Firewall Options feature be configured via the Web interface, refer to the Networking Guide for full configuration information.
BX2 Alarm Options The Alarm Options menu provides the ability to configure parameters that are non specific to camera inputs.
The unit has a built in buzzer which can be enabled to be automatically triggered if any of the video inputs no longer detects the 1Volt pk-pk signal. BX2 Camera Fail Buzzer This buzzer can be enabled or disabled within this menu, by default the option is disabled. Relays It is possible to configure any of the on-board relays or the additional modules to automatically trigger under specific conditions.
BX2 Weekend Notification This option allows the BX2 to notify the Operator that the unit has been switched into weekend operation mode by automatically closing the relay output when this occurs. Any of the AUX relays or the additional relay modules can be selected. It is possible to check the status of the relays once configured by using the Relay Test menu. Relay test The relay test option provides access to a submenu where any of the relays (on-board and additional relay module) can be tested, i.e.
The alarm entry timer is the time interval between an entry initiator being activated and alarms being triggered. This timer will allow a key holder to enter the premises and have sufficient time to disable the alarm system without triggering an alarm. This is set in seconds.
BX2 Zone Activation Activation Type Schedule Activation Active Day Night 24 Hour Activation Weekend Schedule Activation This allows the Operator to configure when an alarm will be active, i.e. active during Day and Weekend but inactive at Night. Move the cursor to the required setting and press the Weekend options.
This is the minimum time period in seconds from the start of the alarm that will be protected from being overwritten. This time will include the alarm trigger, the pulse extension and any post alarm recording (if applicable). This does not include the pre-alarm images.
BX2 Zone NOT Input The unit will only issue the alarm actions if the trigger is received on the zone alarm input and not on the Zone NOT input. The allocated alarm trigger can be any of these options; VMD, Presets, System, Keywords, No Contact and General.
This feature is similar to the zone on entry option, but works in the reverse, this allocates an exit route from the keyswitch to the exit allowing an operator to enable the alarm system for the premises and allow them to pass through the specified alarm areas without triggering the alarm, in compliance with BS8418, the British Standard for remote monitoring stations. Diversion from the exit route will result in an alarm being triggered immediately.
BX2 Archive Alarms This will force the unit to automatically download the alarm images via FTP to a central FTP Server or directly to a local CD. Tip: Refer to Archive on Event in the Record Option menu. Protect Alarm Images If the recorded alarm images are to be automatically protected (indefinitely or for a set period) then the ‘Protect Alarm Images’ option must be enabled.
BX2 Zone 01 Actions Page Page 3 Goto Camera Preset Disabled Enabled Apply zone 01 actions to Zone 02 Zones 02 - 32, All zones Goto Camera Preset It is possible to action a camera to be sent to a preset position when an alarm zone is triggered. Highlight the option and press the button to enable this feature. When enabled a Preset and Camera option will be displayed. Use the press the or to scroll through the preset options.
BX2 General Contacts General Contacts 1 - 32 1 2 Module Aux Aux Contact 01 01 N/O N/O Nuisance count 00 00 00 - 15 Stuck time (mins) 000 000 000 - 999 Pulse extension (secs) 000 000 000 - 999 Enabled Input Source Aux, Direct, 01 - 16 01 - 20 N/O, N/C End of Line General Contact The unit has 32 General Contacts that can be accessed and configured within this menu, Use the select the required contact. button to Enabled Each input can be enabled or disabled.
BX2 Open, the resistive value is 6.8K ohms (1.2K + 5.6K). Closed, the resistive value is 1.2K ohms, as the circuit does not see the 5.6K ohm resistor. Open Circuit Tamper, the resistive value is infinity as the circuit has been cut and therefore is ‘open’. Short Circuit Tamper, the resistive value is 0 Ohms.
BX2 Nuisance count This is a repetitive detector value and is part of the advanced alarm feature. When an alarm is received on the unit it will store the alarm time and will monitor the number of times the same detector is triggered within an hour period. If the detector is triggered the number of times that has been set for the nuisance count then the unit will de-activate this detector from triggering an alarm on the system for an hour.
The unit supports Video Motion Detection and Activity Detection functionality, this menu allows the global parameters of this feature to be configured.
BX2 60 VMD Buzzer The on-board buzzer can be enabled to automatically activate when VMD is detected on any of the video inputs.
BX2 Display Options Display Options Top left, Top right, Bottom left, Bottom right P in P position Top left Quad sequence Segment Main monitor text Both Both, None, Clock only, Title only Spot monitor text Both Both, None, Clock only, Title only Text background On Sequence dwell 05 secs.
BX2 Sequence Dwell The sequence dwell time can be set from 1 to 99 seconds. The dwell time is the length of time a camera is displayed before switching to the next camera in the sequence. Tip: The cameras on the sequence can be edited by pressing and holding the Sequence button in Live mode. Multiscreen Interlace Image flicker can be eliminated from a multiscreen display by turning the Multiscreen Interlace feature On.
The unit can be password protected to ensure only authorised personnel can gain access to the configuration menus of the system. BX2 Passwords There are a set of default passwords set at the factory. These should be changed as soon as practical to ensure the security of the unit.
BX2 System Options System Options Unit number 01 System name XXX Factory default Reset System resolution 704x512 IR Receiver Enabled Serial & telem ports Edit System logs Edit Status page On Registration Edit 01 - 16 Enabled, Disabled LCD contrast adjust Unit number When multiple units are connected together via the 485-bus, a unit number must be set to identify each unit. Note: Modifying the unit number will disable control via a remote keyboard.
This allows each serial port (Serial 1, 2, 3 (Bus A) and 4 (Bus B)) to be configured for a specific function. The unit supports a number of serial protocols, this menu allows the peripheral serial protocol to be selected.
BX2 The unit supports numerous protocols for control of PTZ cameras, Dome cameras and analogue control equipment.
There are a number of system logs supported on the unit, these logs can be viewed and used for Administration purpose. BX2 System Logs Each log requires enabling to ensure entries are created by the unit, refer to the Networking Guide for details on how to enable and view the system logs. Note: If a log is not enabled, the option to view this log will not be displayed within this menu.
BX2 Record Options Record Options 0000 - 9999 Days Timed expiry 0000 Day(s) Disk configuration Edit Image protection Edit Automatic Archiving Disabled Record mode Standard loop Scheduled rates Enabled Local 4CIF Interlace Disabled Disabled, Enabled Record text in images Disabled Disabled, Enabled/Edit Record Audio Edit Event database details View Disabled, Enabled/Edit Standard loop, Write once Disabled, Enabled Timed expiry Images recorded onto disk can be programmed to expire afte
Enter the date and start time for the period containing the recorded images. BX2 From To Enter the date and end time for the period to be protected. Protect Images Select how long, in days, the images will be protected. Press the button to confirm the settings. You will be prompted to confirm the settings, highlight ‘Confirm’ and press the Menu or Mode key. The images within the time period will be displayed within the list section.
BX2 Note: When FTP is selected it will be necessary to configure the FTP settings for the unit. For further details on configuring Automatic Archiving to an FTP Server refer to the Network Guide. Additionally, when FTP is selected in the event destination parameter, an additional option is included in the download menu allowing for continuous archiving to be selected.
This enables a watermark to be generated for each image partition and stored in a text file which will be downloaded with the video images to the archive destination. BX2 Watermark Partition The watermark is logged in the archive log file. Download on Demand If a manual download option has been selected, highlighting this option will start the download process. A screen prompt will warn that the FTP download process will commence when the unit receives confirmation.
BX2 Write Once Options Reset write once rec. Reset Allow user reset Disabled Minimum low disk 20% 0064GB On disk full Overwrite Write once last reset at 26/May/2005 09:48 Press MENU/MODE when done Reset Write Once Record This will reset the earliest ‘Write Once’ record time and date to the current time and date. This is necessary when archiving has been successful and the process is to restart. To reset the Write Once record option, hold down the Camera 1 button for 5 seconds.
The record text in image when enabled has an Edit option to display the submenu for record text configuration. BX2 Record Text in Images Display Text The text displayed can be automatically removed from the screen after a user defined time or alternatively the text shall remain on the screen indefinitely (default). Select the number of seconds up to 999 sec maximum.
BX2 Last Reset Time This read only setting is generated by the unit and shows the date and time of the last database reset (i.e. when the maximum entry database is changed, the database is reset). Current Number of Entries This read only setting identifies the existing number of entries within the event database.
BX2 Camera Setup Camera Setup Camera 1 - Detected Title Camera 1 Input termination On Camera type Colour Colour adjust ------|------ Contrast adjust ------|------ Camera video input Connected Telemetry type None XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX On, Off Colour, Mono, IP Camera, Disabled Connected, Disconnected None, Serial 1, Bus A Input Termination Termination can be set On or Off. Note: Termination must be ‘Off’ for cameras that are looped through to other devices.
BX2 Type The unit can recognise a range of IP cameras as well as digital video feeds from NetVu Servers. These include; NetVu Server Axis 2120 Axis 211 Axis 2140 AL9710 JVC VN-C20 JVC VN-C625 JVC VN-C655 Note: Other cameras utilising the same stream/telemetry protocol as those listed above will also be supported. URL Enter the IP address that will send the IP stream Port Enter the port number to be used for this stream.
• Serial 1 - Selected RS-232 protocol (default disabled). • Serial 2 - Selected RS-232 protocol (default disabled). • Serial 3 - Selected Bus A RS-485 protocol (default Dennard). • Serial 4 - Selected Bus B RS-485 protocol (default Pelco). • Coax - Pelco. • Coax - Dennard. • Coax - BBV. • Use the Note: BX2 The options available are: None - Camera does not have an associated serial device. or buttons to scroll through the available options.
BX2 Alarms and Presets Alarms and Presets Camera 1 - Detected Pulse extension 000 - 999 secs 005 secs Module /Aux Contact Input Source Preset > Aux -- N/O 000 > 01 01 N/C 001 > 02 02 N/C 002 > 03 04 N/C 003 > --- -- N/O 000 > --- -- N/O 000 Zone Input Camera XX The currently selected camera number is displayed, along with its status detected or not detected. Press a camera button to to configure alarms and presets for that specific camera.
It is possible for a camera specific alarm to also trigger an alarm zone. If the input is to trigger a zone as well as send a camera to a preset position enable the corresponding Zone Input box. BX2 Zone Input The trigger will appear under ‘Presets’ in the Zone Setup menu. Note: If the option is disabled, the alarm will still send a camera to a preset position but no further action will be taken.
BX2 Activity Camera Setup Activity detection is used to record more images to disk from cameras that have activity. The sensitivity of activity can be adjusted and areas can be masked off according to the scene type.
Cameras sited indoors where there is very little background movement can be set to Indoor high or Indoor low sensitivity. The sensitivity levels are: • Indoor High (most sensitive setting). • Indoor Low. • Outdoor High. • Outdoor Low. • Very Low (lowest sensitivity level). BX2 • Activity Grid A16 x 16 grid can mask areas where activity detection is enabled. Select ‘Setup’ and follow the on-screen menus to configure the activity grid.
BX2 Camera 01 VMD Actions Page Next Page Enabled, Disabled Create database entry Enabled Change record rate None Report VMD activity Disabled Enabled, Disabled Create zone input Disabled Enabled, Disabled Record still image Disabled Enabled, Disabled Protect VMD images Disabled Enabled, Disabled Archive event Disabled Enabled, Disabled Email image Disabled Enabled, Disabled Email image res.
It is possible to automatically protect VMD recordings to ensure these images are not overwritten and remain on the hard drive of the unit. Images can be protected for a set period of time or indefinitely. BX2 Protect VMD Images Archive Event This will force the unit to automatically download the alarm images via FTP to a central FTP Server, or directly to a local CD/DVD. Refer to the Archive on Event in the Record Options menu.
BX2 Camera 01 VMD Zones Camera 01 VMD zones Edit VMD grid Setup VMD test Walktest VMD Zones This option allows the VMD Zone configuration options to be accessed. Camera 01 VMD Zones 01 - 16 Zone 01 Zone 01 Mode Normal Zone 01 pixel count 20% 02 - 100% Zone 01 pixel change 20% 02 - 100% Normal, Last trigger, Static, Zone disabled Zone There are settings that can be configured for each of the 16 advanced VMD zones, each can be selected for configuration within this option.
The VMD grid covers 16 default areas of the screen, it is possible to configure the grid to only cover the areas of interest. Note: BX2 VMD Grid Ensure the camera to be configured has been selected prior to highlighting the Setup option. When Setup is selected a prompt is displayed. Follow the instructions on screen to configure this option. To edit the grid; 1. Move the ‘*’ to the start point of the zone to be created. Use the 7 and 8 buttons to move between the default zones. 2.
BX2 Text Insertion Setup Note: This menu is only displayed if ‘Text in Image’ has been enabled in the ‘Record Options’ menu.
This is the number of lines that will be displayed in live and replay using the OSD (On-Screen Display) on the main monitor, along with the relevant images. The default setting is 20 lines. BX2 Number of Lines Width of Lines This identifies the length of the lines that will be stored with the image. The default setting is 50 characters, which is generally the full screen. Text Colour It is possible to select which colour the text from the peripheral serial device will be displayed within the image.
BX2 An asterisk (*) will be replaced with any number of characters multiple characters when used to search for text. For example, S*LE will trigger and event for words such as SALE, SCALE, SIMPLE etc. To enable individual keywords, ensure the box at the end of the line is solid green. NOTE: Keywords that contain spaces, such as NO SALE must use the transparent character rather than the solid black character to signify the space. Otherwise it will not trigger an event.
BX2 Appendix Rack mounting kit A rack mounting kit is supplied with this product. It is important to use this correctly. The kit contains: (Rack mount screws) (Rack mount ears) (Rear supports) Installation Before connecting cables to the back of the unit; 1. Attach the rear supports to the rack. 2. Using the supplied screws, attach the rack mount ears to each side of the unit. 3. Position the unit on the rear supports. 4. Attach the rack mount ears to the front of the rack.
BX2 Important Installation Information Warning: The rear supports must be used when rack mounting the unit. Failure to do so may cause damage to the unit. The ambient operating temperature must not exceed 40°C (104°F). Special care should be taken if the unit is being installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly. Ensure the unit is not mounted in a position that could obstruct cooling airflow. The unit case is ventilated. These openings should not be blocked or covered.
BX2 Operator Reference EVENT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SPOT RECORD COPY GOTO LIVE PLAY MODE MENU Playback • To playback images tap to rewind to the desired location and then press . Press for review mode or press and hold play for the GOTO option. • When in playback, tap search speed. • Tap to pause the current image. Tapping or to search rewind or fast forward, multiple taps will increase the or whilst paused will frame advance or rewind.
BX2 Viewing Single Cameras Full Pressing a camera button will display a full screen image of that camera. Zooming an image Press the same camera button to toggle zoom on and off. When zoom is enabled, use Freezing an image Double tap the camera button or press to scroll around the image toggle freeze frame on or off. Viewing Multiple Cameras Picture in Picture Press and hold the PIP button to edit the display, use camera button to fill that segment.
BX2 Sequencing Cameras Sequence Press the Sequence button to toggle the main monitor sequence on or off. Press and hold the Sequence button to edit the sequence. Use the camera buttons to include or remove cameras from the sequence. Press MODE/MENU to exit. Note: The spot monitor sequence can only be activated or edited in spot mode. Viewing Cameras on the Spot Monitor Press the MODE/MENU button to toggle ‘spot’ mode, indicated on the main monitor and the front panel LED.
BX2 Index 24Hr Activation 485-Bus devices 7 day Timer Active Period Activity Camera Setup Activity Grid Activity Options Advanced Alarms Advanced VMD Zones Alarm Buzzer Alarm Duration Alarm Entry Timer Alarm Exit Timer Alarm Options Alarms and Presets Alarms and Relays Alarm Zone Config Alias Allow User Reset Appendix Apply actions to Apply Zone A quick overview of digital recording Archive Alarms Archive Event Audio Automatic Archiving Bandwidth Selection Base camera number Baud Rate, Parity, Data Bits, S
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