TransVu Express Configuration & Operation Guide
TransVu Express Contents Introduction.................................................................3 Features......................................................................4 Important Safeguards.................................................6 Accessing & Configuring the Unit...............................8 Main Menu..................................................................9 Navigating The Configuration Menus.........................11 System Settings.....................................
What is the… TransVu Express ? The TransVu Express is a Digital Video Recorder and network server designed specifically for transport and mobile applications. Rugged case design and aerospace grade anti-vibration (A/V) mounts allow the unit to withstand the vibrations generated within vehicles whilst a single connector keeps installation simple.
TransVu Express Features • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Developed specifically for transport applications Ruggedised design with aerospace shocks Simultaneous MPEG-4 and JPEG transmission and recording MultiMode Recording - Dynamically-switchable resolution, record-rate & compression (MPEG4/JPEG) per camera 30pps and 120pps model variants available Intelligent power management based on ignition and supply voltage sense Monitor output provides spot or main monitor functionality Web pages provide easy remote c
MAP Users can now navigate around their CCTV installation using a graphical map. Selecting the relevant camera from the map will instantly connect the user to that cameras image stream. With the ability to load bespoke map images and floor plans to reflect their installations, the Maps feature is ideal for quickly identifying camera locations around a site or CCTV network.
TransVu Express 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.
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., 1200 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Cheshire, WA4 4HS, UK.
TransVu Express Accessing & Configuring the Unit The unit can be configured either on the local monitor or over the network using a PC with Internet Explorer or similar browser. Both have near identical menu interfaces. Accessing the menus on a PC web browser Locating the Unit IP address The IP address of the unit is required to access the webpages.
When first accessing the unit, the main menu will be displayed. This menu allows access to the Configuration menus, the Viewer menus and also several Download options. Note: The Download options will only be available if viewing remotely via an IP connection. Event Search will only appear if enabled in the ‘Features->Other’ page. TransVu Express Main Menu Select the Configuration menu tab to access the unit’s Configuration menus, refer to ‘Navigating the Configuration Menus’ for further guidance.
TransVu Express 10 IMPORTANT: By default, no Usernames and Passwords are required to access any of the various menus. Usernames and Passwords can however be added to regulate access to the Configuration and Viewer menus. Refer to the ‘Display Settings-> User Accounts’ menu for information on establishing Usernames and Passwords.
The configuration pages are navigated using the menu tree (displayed on the left of each page). Selecting one of the menu options will display the relevant page. Associated sub-menus will also be available in the side menu. TransVu Express Navigating The Configuration Menus Relevant menus can also be accessed directly from other menu screens via the coloured softkey options shown at the base of each menu. The options available will depend on the menu being viewed.
TransVu Express System Settings The menus under the System Settings heading allow the unit’s core settings to be viewed, changed and the system software upgraded. The System option displays details about the unit including the IP address, unit serial number, MAC address and software version. The Status page displays information about the unit’s operating condition, shows how long the unit has been operating and the reason for the last reset. It also shows camera status and displays any failed cameras.
6.13 This menu shows the general information about the unit including the version of software installed, the unit’s serial number and the allocated DHCP IP address. Product Descriptor Details the product model. Serial Number PCB Serial Number Product Code Earliest Recording System Name Identifies the serial number of the specific unit. Displays the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) serial number of the unit. Displays a code identifying the unit’s specification.
TransVu Express Software Menu Software Revision Codec Revision Webpage Revision Framestore Revision PC Apps Revision Boot Software Rev. Telem PIC Rev. 14 This identifies the version of software the unit is running. This identifies the codec version the unit is running. This identifies the webpage version the unit is running. This identifies the Framestore Revision the unit is running. This identifies the revision archive of the Viewer and associated PC Apps software.
Unit Status This menu details information regarding the status of the unit, notably the total time the unit has been operating and the time since its last reset. Time since last reset Temp Total running time Reset code Restart reason Current PPS Codecs Cameras Connected Recording Cam Status AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Status Details the time since the unit was last reset. This details the current internal temperature (in Celsius) of the unit. Details the total time the unit has been operational.
TransVu Express Alarm Status This menu details information regarding the alarm status of the unit, detailing the status of alarm Contacts, Zones and the relays Outputs. Alarm Contacts Alarm Zones Relay Outputs 16 Details the state of the alarm contacts. Contacts will display dark green when open/passive, light green when closed/active. This details the status of the 6 available alarm zones. Zones will display dark green when passive, light green when active.
This menu details information regarding the status of the GPS device. It will show GPS information when any suitable GPS device* is correctly connected and configured. Device Status GPS Time GPS Satellites Direction Speed (knots) Speed (mph) Speed (km/h) AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express GPS Status Shows the current state of the connection between the unit and the GPS device. Options are ; OK Normal operation.
TransVu Express Latitude Latitude read by GPS unit. Longitude Logitude registered by GPS unit. The following data statements are standard GPS format responses: Last Read $GPRMC Details the recommended minimum GPS data. Last Read $GPGGA Details the Fix information. Last Read $GPGSA Details the Overall satellite data. Last Read $PGRMT Details the Sensor status information.
The log files stored in the unit can be accessed from this page. Selected logs are displayed on the page below. About (Blue) Refresh (Purple) AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Logs Select to open the System->Status->About page. Refreshes the information on the current page.
TransVu Express Language This menu allows the system language to be set. Changing the System Language will effect all menu pages. If required, the language can also be changed for the current session only. System Language Reset (Red) Note: The unit MUST be reset to implement system language changes. Session Language Choose 20 Select to change the system language setting. Select to reset the unit. Select to change the language settings for the current session only.
This menu allows the time and date to be set on the unit. Required timezone information can also be established and the unit time synchronised to that of the PC being used to view the webpages. System Time Current Time Zone Time Zone Reset (Red) The current system time and date is displayed. Displays the currently selected time zone settings. Select the relevant timezone offset from the drop down menu.
TransVu Express Serial Ports This menu allows configuration of the unit’s Serial ports, refer to ‘Installing the Unit’ for installation information. Serial Port Port Config Interface Type Baud Parity Data 22 These are the two serial ports available. The serial ports can be configured to specific uses.
Flow Control Protocol Note: These options allow the Serial port communication settings to be configured. These options allow the Serial port communication settings to be configured. This is a drop down list of serial telemetry protocols supported by the unit. When a telemetry protocol is selected, these settings will default to pre-determined values and should not normally be altered.
TransVu Express Power Manager This menu allows configuration of power management and ignition line control functions. Power Management Powerman Version Ignition Off Timeout Low Supply Timeout Minimum Supply Nominal Supply Ignition Enabled Ignition Threshold 12v Output 24 Select ‘Enabled’ to activate all configured Power Management functions. Details the version number of the installed Powerman controller software. Enter a time (in seconds) from the ignition being switched Off to the unit powering down.
This menu allows configuration of the attached Global Positioning System interaction.
TransVu Express Audio The Audio menu allows settings for the bi-directional audio channels to be edited. Audio can be recorded from line input. Challenge audio i.e.originating from an Operator using NetVu ObserVer at a Remote Video Receiving Centre (RVRC) can be recorded. This combined audio is then available on Audio Output 1.
This menu enables the activation of system features such as Email Reporting and the establishment of display configurations for both PAL and NTSC monitors. There are a series of sub menus accessed by using the coloured buttons at the top of the page. TransVu Express Features System (red button) User Logging Enable External Modules GPS Remote Reporting Note: When de-selected here, the ‘Remote Reporting’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree.
TransVu Express Automatic FTP Download Note: When de-selected here, the ‘FTP Download’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree. Challenge Audio Email Reporting Note: SMB server support Accelerometer 28 Select this option to activate the Camera Masking function, refer to ‘ Alarm Settings-Camera Masking’ for more information. When de-selected here, the ‘Camera Masking’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree. SMS Note: Select this option to activate the Webcam function.
TransVu Express Network (green button) Secondary Web Port Telem UDP Port Selection Telemetry Port Note: This option will only be displayed when ‘User Defined’ is selected in the Telem UDP Port Selection option. Samba Workgroup Note: If the default port setting for web serving has already been allocated, it is possible to configure a second port number i.e. the secondary web port can be set to 8000 if the default web port (80) is blocked by the network or firewall.
TransVu Express Video (yellow button) Detected Video Standard Horizontal/Vertical Deinterlace mask Comb Filter Disable Transcoding 30 The unit automatically detects the video standard being used i.e. PAL/ NTSC. Edit the resolution settings. This will be the fundamental resolution for the unit. Select this option to improve display clarity and minimise the comb effect that may be visible when recording high motion scenes in 4CIF mode. Enable this option to activate the Comb Filter function.
TransVu Express Other (blue button) Auto Update Web Variables Enable Event Search Page Enable RVRC page Note: Configures the unit to update all system variables required for an automatic upgrade without requiring confirmation. Do not check this box if you run a customised applet. Select to enable the Event Search option. When enabled, the option will appear within the Configuration Menu tree. Refer to ‘Navigating the Configuration Menus->Event Search’ for further details.
TransVu Express Maintain This menu allows the unit to be reset and a software upgrade to be performed via a connected USB device. Current unit settings can also be saved for future use and previously saved settings restored. Configuration Default (Green) Note: Select to return the unit to its factory default settings. Selecting the Default button will cause the system to reboot. Save (Purple) Restore (Blue) Note: Select to save current unit settings to the selected media.
This menu enables installed PowerScripts to be activated/deactivated on start-up. Use the tickbox(es) to select/deselect installed PowerScripts, then select Save (Green). A system reset will be required for the changes to take affect. Note: TransVu Express PowerScript Mgmt Changes this page will alter the ‘Default.C’ file. If you already have a custom PowerScript on your unit which uses Default.C, please contact AD Technical Support for guidance Tel: +44 (0) 845 600 9502 for further guidance.
TransVu Express Database The database records all events registered by the unit. This page allows the database to be reset, and can be used to limit the number of entries held in it. Function Last database reset time Current number of entries Reset database 34 Description This read only section is generated by the unit and identifies the last time that the database was reset. This read only section shows how many events are held in the database.
This page allows one of the USB sockets on the unit to be configured for use as an external storage output. A high capacity USB device could then be connected and used to store recorded video images. Allocation Table Mount Point Mounted Appdrive Video Physical Devices Clear Video (Red) Refresh (Purple) AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Video Storage The table allows a USB input to be assigned to the external storage output. Select the relevant ‘Allocate’ button.
TransVu Express Utilising USB Memory 1. Navigate to System -> Video Storage. The Video Storage Allocation table displays drives that are available for video recording. Entries with the prefix ‘/ HDD0’ indicate the units local hard drive (if installed), entries prefixed by ‘/udd0’ are recordable media connected to the unit via USB sockets, an entry prefixed by ‘/mdd’ is the installed SD card. 36 1. Plug a USB storage device into one of the available USB ports and click the purple Refresh button.
TransVu Express 3. Note: Allocate the formatted and mounted storage for video storage by clicking on the ‘Allocate’ button. Allocation takes between a few seconds and a few minutes, depending on the size of the drive, and the Feedback column will display information about the allocation process. The unit will require a Reset once allocation is complete. The unit application drive is protected, if it is allocated the unit will only remove the video folder. Formatting any other device will remove all data.
TransVu Express Note: 38 The system displays a confirmation box to ensure the correct device has been selected. Click OK to confirm, then reboot the system. Once the power has cycled, the system will build the required PAR files ready for recording to commence, progress will be displayed in the Feedback column. There will be a pause before recording begins, dependant on the size of the USB device as video partitions are built.
The menus under the Display Settings heading allow the unit’s Viewer display settings to be altered and User Account details to be viewed and changed. The Viewer Defaults page allows the Viewer menu settings to be configured. The Display page controls how the local monitors present information. They control whether text will be displayed on the Main or Spot monitors, the colour of that text, and how long cameras being displayed in sequence will be shown on screen.
TransVu Express Viewer Defaults This menu allows configuration of settings for the Viewer function, refer to ‘Operating The Viewer’ for more information regarding this feature Default settings can be configured for accessing the Viewer function via a local monitor and also remotely via a network connection.
Note: It will be necessary to reboot the unit to implement any change to the Video Output Mode. The unit can be rebooted via the Reset (Red) option. Decoder Mode Note: PAL Default PAL Reduced Select from Normal Display or Decoder Mode. Normal Display allows cameras to be accessed and controlled via the Viewer menu. In Decoder Mode, connected cameras can be accessed, viewed or controlled via Dedicated Micros Pick-a-Point system.
TransVu Express Display This menu allows configuration of monitor settings used when viewing camera images and text data. Main monitor text Background Colour Text Colour Sequence Dwell (secs) Sequence main on startup Softkey Timeout Enable custom segment setup Camera selection switches to full screen Select All (Blue) 42 It is possible to select text to be displayed on the main monitor.
This menu allows images to be imported and used as maps that can be displayed in the Viewer Menus. The map can then have hotspots added to allow quick navigation to individual cameras. An overview ‘System Selection Map’ can also be added to navigate between different systems. Configure Map Graphic Location Map Screen Offset Camera Select Activate Hotspot Hotspot Radius Increment by Decrement (Red) Increment (Green) Hotspot X coord Hotspot Y coord AD Holdings ©2011 Leave as ‘Local System Map’.
TransVu Express 44 Note: The hotspot can also be positioned by clicking directly on the map. Hotspot Origin (deg) This option should be used when the hotspot relates to a Dedicated Micros Oracle Dome camera. Clicking the hotspot will send the Oracle Dome camera to a pre-determined view (absolute positioning). However if the dead centre of the hotspot is selected, the camera will be viewed from its current location. The absolute positioning point will depend on the data entered here.
The Map Data menu allows Map Config data to be Imported/Exported. This enables map data to be saved and stored for future use, or used between multiple units. Note: The Map Data menu will only be available when viewing the menu pages remotely i.e. via the webpages. TransVu Express Map Data To save map data, highlight and copy all text displayed in the Map Data text window, then save this data as a text file.
TransVu Express User Accounts The unit can protect configuration procedures by limiting access via usernames and passwords. Account Types • • • • • 46 The available account types for which users and passwords can be assigned privileges are: Admin FTP Assigning username and password requirements for the Admin FTP function will limit access to the unit via an FTP connection.
• Local Users Assigning Local Users access privileges will limit access to the Viewer pages for local users. When implemented, the local user will be prompted for a username and password before access to the Viewer pages (via the main menu) will be granted. Remote Users Assigning Remote Users access privileges will limit access to the Viewer pages for remote users.
TransVu Express 48 Camera Settings The Camera Settings menus allow configuration of cameras connected to the unit. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Setup page allows the quick configuration of all connected local camera channels. The Overview menu details the general settings assigned to each of the local camera channels. The IP Stream Inputs page allows third party IP cameras to be integrated into the unit.
This menu allows the configuration of active camera channels. IMPORTANT: Note: The menu options displayed will differ depending on the camera ‘Type’ and ‘IP Mode’ selected. Ideally any setup options available locally on the camera should first be used to best obtain a suitable image quality. Mono/Colour Camera Load Video Window (grey) Camera Camera Nuisance Count Title Type AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Camera Setup Press to initiate the applet to display the camera view.
TransVu Express IMPORTANT: The menu options displayed will differ depending on the camera ‘Type’ selected here. Fail Rep Select this option to generate a Failure report in the event of camera connection failure. Telemetry If a telemetry capable camera is connected, the appropriate control protocol should be selected from the accompanying drop down list, refer to ‘Appendix G’ for details of supported telemetry protocols. This will also enable the telemetry controls for pan, tilt and zoom.
TransVu Express IP Camera If a NetVu Connected IP Source is selected IP Type IP Mode AD Holdings ©2011 Select the type of NetVu Connected source the camera stream is originating from. Select from: ‘NetVu Server’ - i.e. DVIP Server, DVIP RT, SD, SD Advanced, EcoSense. ‘NetVu Gen 2’ - i.e. DS2, BX2. NetVu Camera’ - i.e. the CamVu 2000 from Dedicated Micros. ‘NetVu ANPR’ - i.e. the HyperSense ANPR camera from Dedicated Micros. Select the IP mode used to receive incoming IP data.
TransVu Express Remote codec IMPORTANT: The Remote codec option is only applicable for NetVu Connected cameras. When ‘Simple Stream’ and ‘Recode Stream’ are selected via ‘IP Mode’, the following options will be available: IP Address Channel Enter the URL address of the image source. If the URL is a multichannel device (e.g. DV-IP NV1), this specifies which channel to use.
This menu allows the cameras to be ignored if they persistently send false alarm signals. Camera Nuisance Count Title Mode Fail Rep Cam Setup (Red) Serial (Blue) Refresh (Purple) AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Nuisance Count This is a repetitive detector value. When a camera failure alarm is received on the unit, it will store the alarm time and monitor the number of times the same alarm is triggered within an hour period.
TransVu Express Camera Lens Configuration This page allows different lens de-warping techniques to be applied to connected cameras. The unit can de-warp Fish-eye and Depressive Fish-eye lenses to present a normal aspect image. Title Lens Type Pitch Ratio (H) Ratio (V) Ratio x100 Cam Setup (Red) Cam Overview (Green) Refresh (Purple) 54 Shows the allocated name of the video source. Allows selection of fisheye, depressive fisheye and normal lens types.
This menu details the general settings assigned to each of the local camera channels and allows the settings assigned to any of these cameras to be edited; Click on ‘Setup’ to open the Setup menu on the connected video source. CIP Settings (Red) Unalloc (Green) Refresh (Purple) AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Camera Overview Select to open the Closed IPTV->Settings page Select to open the Camera->Unallocated Cams page Refreshes the information on the current page.
TransVu Express IP Stream Inputs The IP Streams menu allows the selection of High, Medium and Low resolution settings for video sources originating from a network based source i.e. IP Camera or another Server. These streams are configured on the remote device. This feature is predominately intended for use with 3rd party IP camera streams (connected via the 3rd party IP camera unlock feature). Note: The IP Stream needs to be set to Simple Streaming on Camera->Setup.
Channel Mode IMPORTANT: Note: TransVu Express IP Camera Configuration Select a camera channel for review and adjustment. Only those cameras designated as ‘IP’ in the Camera Setup menu will be available, (Camera->Setup). Select the IP mode used to receive incoming IP data. Select from: Simple Stream Received IP streams are non-compressed and are viewed as configured on the originating source.
TransVu Express When ‘Simple Stream’ and ‘Recode Stream’ are selected via ‘IP Mode’, the following options will be available: URL Port Chan PPS Recode When ‘Remote Codec’ is selected via ‘IP Mode’, the following options will be available: IP Address Channel IP Camera (Yellow) Camera (Blue) Refresh (Purple) Enter the URL address of the image source. If required, edit the channel input data. Select to open the Camera->IP Stream Inputs page. Select to open the Serial->Camera page.
The mirroring page allows camera channels to be defaulted as flipped left to right, or top to bottom, and is used for when a camera is mounted inverted or when a mirror is used to allow discrete mounting in a confined space. Title Horizontal Mirror Vertical Mirror AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Mirroring Shows the name of the camera channel Applies a left-right mirror to the channel Applies a top-bottom mirror to the channel, for inverted cameras.
TransVu Express Record Settings The Record Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s record functions. Record settings can be configured for normal operation, on alarm, by schedule and for set holiday and weekend periods. Selected video data can be saved and protected. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Record page allows the basic Recording settings to be edited. The Profile Record page allows the recording configuration to be based on specific priorities.
The unit has a range of pre-defined configurations available. As standard the unit can record at 6pps MPEG4 for up to 120 days (dependant on model). Alternatively the unit can be configured for 2pps JPEG recording on each camera or for MultiMode operation (note that this will result in the record duration being determined by the time period the unit is in alarm).
TransVu Express Profile Record It is possible to set the unit recording configuration based on specific priorities. The MultiMode recording feature offers the ability to set different recording rates, resolutions and compression formats across unset, set and override modes for each individual camera. By varying the quality, bit rate and file size of recorded images, the MultiMode function enables the recording capabilities of the unit to be greatly increased.
Select to copy the current profile record settings to the next camera channel. Unset/Set/Override Normal Shows the recording profile used by the camera if no Timer Functions are applied and the camera is operating under Normal (non Event) conditions. Refer to the ‘Schedules’ section for further details. Unset/Set/Override Event Shows the recording quality that will be used by the camera during an Alarm or Event. Note that Set and Override schedules will be used only when Timed Schedules are applied.
TransVu Express Advanced Record Menu View Switch to the Simple Profile Record menu. Note: When Advanced Record settings have been changed, it is not possible access the Simple Record menu until the newly configured Advanced Record settings have been applied. To do this, open the Record menu and select the ‘Save’ option. It will then be possible to return to the Profile Record menu and access Simple Record.
Note: Shows the recording quality that will be used by the camera during an Alarm or Event. Note that Set and Override schedules will be used only when Timed Schedules are applied. Refer to ‘Schedule’ for further information. Unset, Set and Override modes can be given more recognisable titles i.e. Day, Night, Weekend via the Schedule menu (Record Settings->Schedule). Comp Res Rate_kbps Size PPS GOP AD Holdings ©2011 Select image compression format (MPEG or JPEG).
TransVu Express Schedule This menu allows the Schedule function to be configured. This enables the unit to automatically be put into set/unset mode at specific times on specific days. This can help reduce unnecessary alarm triggers. When the unit is in Set or Unset mode, combine with different recording qualities and rates under normal and alarm conditions for a high degree of control in a range of situations. Note: If Keyswitch is Enabled, the Day Time and Night Time options will not be displayed.
The arrow button displayed next to each textbox allows settings to be replicated for those cameras listed below. This will only affect the adjacent option i.e. Mode arrow will replicate the Mode setting to all cameras below the clicked arrow. Note: To disable one day, set both times to 00.00. To have the profile recording all 24 hours of a day, set both times to 24.00. Keyswitch A Keyswitch can be used to switch the recording profile (Unset/Set).
TransVu Express RVRC This menu allows a user to temporarily switch the unit’s system state into set/unset/override mode. The user will be required to enter their name and also the intended override duration. The action will be logged, refer to the Schedule menu for details of how to configure Set, Unset and Override modes: Record Settings->Schedule.
AD Holdings ©2011 Select to switch to Unset mode. Select to switch to Set mode. Select to switch to Override mode.
TransVu Express Holiday & Weekend This menu allows the unit to be automatically switched to Override mode for individual days i.e. public holidays or during a weekend (or any defined period). IMPORTANT: Holiday and Weekend settings cannot be entered when a Keyswitch has been enabled in the Record Settings->Schedule menu. Holidays Weekends Start End Note: 70 Enter a date and press the Add button. The date will be added to the Holiday list. To delete, highlight and select Delete.
This menu allows the unit to automatically protect and retain recorded data. Previously saved data can also be unprotected. Enter a start and end time and select ‘Reload List’ . All saved video files from the chosen time period will be shown in the upper textbox. These recorded ‘PAR’ files can then be selected and protected via their accompanying checkboxes and the Protect option. Selected video files can also be unprotected via the Unprotect option.
TransVu Express AoE Setup This menu allows configuration of the units ATA over Ethernet (AoE) function. AoE is a network protocol designed for simple high-performance access of storage devices over Ethernet networks. Importantly the external storage device must be located on the same network as the unit. AoE does not rely on network layers such as IP and TCP, making it non routable i.e. routers cannot be used to forward a packet across disparate networks.
init config string FDISK Refresh (Purple) AD Holdings ©2011 Available AOE Devices - Any devices in this panel are available on the network. They can be added to the storage capability of this unit by ‘claiming’ the storage, using the ‘Claim’ button. Unavailable storage is listed as Owned. Claimed storage capacity requires formatting before it can be used. This button will remove failed or powered down devices that had previously been recognised and are no longer available.
TransVu Express Alarm Settings The Alarm Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s alarm functionality. Individual alarm inputs and alarm zones can be configured. Global relays can be activated and the Activity grid set up. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Alarm Input page allows configuration of alarm channels. Up to 6 alarm channels are available. The Zone Inputs page enables the configuration of alarm zones. Up to 32 separate alarm zones can be created.
This menu allows configuration of the alarm settings, refer to ‘Installing the Unit’ for hardware installation guidance. Number Enabled Module Contact N_O (Normally Open Contact) Note: TransVu Express Alarm Input This identifies which input is being configured. The unit supports 32 alarm inputs. Each input must be enabled to function. If the input is not enabled and an alarm is received, the unit will not acknowledge the alarm. The alarm contacts are connected via modules.
TransVu Express 76 Nuisance Stuck Time (min) Reset (Red) Relays (Green) Status (Yellow) Zone In (Blue) Refresh (Purple) This is a repetitive detector value. When an alarm is received on the unit, it will store the alarm time and monitor the number of times the same detector is triggered within an hour period. If the detector is triggered the number of times entered here, the unit will de-activate this detector from triggering an alarm for an hour.
This menu allows the configuration of established alarm zones. A single or multiple trigger can be used to generate an alarm. It is possible to allocate up to 32 alarm zones to carry out a combination of actions. Use these options in conjunction with the Zone Actions menu. Entry timer Exit timer Zone Title Pre-Alarm sec Note: TransVu Express Zone Input This is the number of seconds allowed for the user to enter the zone and disable the alarms.
TransVu Express Alarm Protect sec Zone Input Rule Input Zone OR Input Zone AND Input Zone NOT Input Alarm 24Hr Entry Route Zone Exit Route Zone Exit Terminator Entry Initiator Enable in Unset Enable in Set Enable in Override Note: 78 This is the minimum time period in seconds (from the start of the alarm) that is protected from being overwritten. This time will include the alarm trigger, the pulse extension and any post alarm recording. It will not include pre-alarm images.
This menu allows actions to be allocated to individual alarm zones; Primary and Secondary cameras can be allocated to the zone and actions undertaken following alarm activation. This page should be configured in conjunction with the Zone Inputs menu. Zone Alarm Colour Create Database Entry Alarm Relay Remove Media Profile Change Play Audio Alarm Reporting Archive Add Still Image Email Image AD Holdings ©2011 Select a zone (alarm) to configure.
TransVu Express Protect alarm Images Goto Preset Email Reporting Alarm Rate Change VMD/Activity Inhibit System Set Relay Relay Duration Alarm Image Snapshot Delay Play Audio Message IMPORTANT: Audio messages must be uploaded to the unit in mono 8k wav format only. The following naming convention must be used: messageXX.wav i.e. message00.wav, message01.wav etc. An FTP client should be used to place the wav files in the following folder: \mdd0\messages folder .
TransVu Express Zone Actions Camera Zone Primary Camera Secondary Cameras Zone Act (Yellow) Relays (Blue) Refresh (Purple) AD Holdings ©2011 Select a zone (alarm) to configure. This allows a camera to be assigned as the primary camera associated with the Alarm Zone. The primary camera will be displayed when an alarm in this zone is triggered. This setting gives the facility to assign additional cameras to the zone.
TransVu Express Masked Cam Detection TransVu Express has the capability to identify if a video input has been covered (by hand, spray paint, etc.) to prevent video images being viewed and recorded. The Camera Masking option identifies normal levels of contrast and uses them as a base line. It then compares these against a user defined minimum contrast level. If the video input goes below this user defined level for a specified time, an event is generated on the unit.
TransVu Express Zone Activation Camera On Dwell Time Threshold Contrast On Mask On Clear AD Holdings ©2011 Lists available camera channels. Select to use Masked Detection on relevant camera. Enter a time (in seconds). If camera masking is detected for longer than the time period entered here, an event will be generated. Enter a contrast level threshold. If the camera contrast level drops below this threshold, the dwell time setting will activate.
TransVu Express Data Logging The unit can log changes in the forces applied to the accelerometer. Logging Mode Alarm Channel On N/O DSK Detection Tacho Channel On DSK RPM Ratio 84 Various logging modes are available. Select either ‘Vehicle Logging’, ‘Vehicle Analysis’ or ‘Simulated Logging’ to display default settings for each specific logging task. Selecting ‘User Defined’ allows the user to configure parameters as required. Select the alarm input to be logged.
The unit is fitted with a 3-axis accelerometer for measuring Acceleration/Braking, Turning Forces and Vertical Shock (speed bumps, kerb strikes etc.) Max G Setting Apply Orientatiion G-Events Type Base Facing G-Event Download Connector Facing Direction On Threshold Trigger Zone Deceleration Acceleration AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Accelerometer Select from 2g or 8g (default setting is 2g). Enable orientation settings (entered below).
TransVu Express 86 Left Right Up Down On Event Label Enter the g limit for a tight left turn event to be logged. For example a fast saloon car may register approx 0.6g on such a manoeuvre. Enter the g limit for a tight right turn event to be logged. For example a fast saloon car may register approx 0.6g on such a manoeuvre. Enter the g limit for an Up direction ‘shock’ to logged. Such incidents can reach and exceed 2g. Enter the g limit for a Down direction ‘shock’ to logged.
This menu enables response configuration following activity trigger on a selected camera channel. VMD Pulse Extension Channel Copy To All Detection Type Note: The pulse extension extends the trigger period to avoid double triggers of VMD occurring, i.e. If a second incident of VMD is received, after the first alarm is finished but within this period, the unit will not create a new event. Select the camera input for configuration from the drop down list.
TransVu Express Alarm Reporting Alarm 24Hr Add Still Image Protect Alarm Images Alarm Relay Email Image Enable in Unset Enable in Set Enable in Override Note: 88 This must be enabled for the unit to automatically connect on alarm. This will ensure that Activity Detection is permanently enabled on this camera channel. This will record a still image of the trigger along with the standard recording. This can then be sent on to an external destination.
The unit supports Activity Detection on all video inputs. It enables cameras to automatically detect any movement/changes within the video scene; this can trigger a number of operations such as FTP alarm notification and an increase in recording rate. A still image of the selected camera will be shown in the Grid Editor screen. To establish an Activity zone, edit the cells that are displayed across the image. This option should be used in conjunction with the Zone Inputs and Zone Actions menus.
TransVu Express Edit Action Activity Sensitivity Grid Editor Reload Img (Red) Set All (Green) Clear All (Yellow) 90 Select ‘Invert’ to change the current grid state i.e. Clear to Set. Select ‘Clear’ to remove grids or select ‘Set’ to add grids. This option allows the sensitivity setting to be established for the activity grid being configured. There are five settings to choose from: Indoor High, Indoor Low, Outdoor High, Outdoor Low, Very Low.
The unit supports VMD (Video Motion Detection) on all video inputs and allows cameras to automatically detect if there is any movement/changes within the video scene. Note: Video Motion Detection enables a greater degree of control over detection settings and configuration than the Activity Setup function. Each of the 16 VMD Zones can be directly sized and configured to suit specific requirements. VMD can only be accessed and configured remotely via the webpages.
TransVu Express Mode Pixel Count (%) Pixel Change (%) Reload Image (Red) Clear All (Green) Default Grid (Yellow) 92 A selected zone can be re-sized by clicking the mouse button (use the USB mouse if viewing on a local monitor) and then moving and clicking the mouse again. A rectangle will then be displayed based on these two selected points. The zone mode identifies when the reference image is taken for triggering VMD. The options are: Normal - The reference image is updated approx every second.
This menu details how to configure the default relay actions supported on the unit. The unit supports one onboard relay connection and global relay settings. These global relays can be triggered under specific conditions i.e. selecting VMD/Activity will close the selected module on receipt of any alarm or any notification of Activity Detection from any camera.
TransVu Express Network Settings The Network Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s network functionality. Key network settings can be established such as ‘fixing’ the unit’s IP address and maximum transmission rate. E-mail, remote reporting on alarm and FTP download can also be configured. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Network Settings page allows configuration of the unit’s network connections such as the name assigned to the unit and its IP address.
This menu allows additional network settings to be configured if required. Server Name This field can be edited to allocate a name to the unit. This would be used if accessing the unit via a Domain Name Server (DNS). IP Address Sub Net Gateway Primary DNS This is the IP address allocated to the unit. This is the subnet of the network were the unit is located. This is the IP address of the default gateway (router). This is the primary DNS server IP address for applications utilising domain names.
TransVu Express 96 Ethernet MTU Bytes Mx Transmission Timeout ms PPP Base IP PPP Idle Line Timeout s PPP Link Down Timer mins Hangup After Alarm Reset (Red) This is the maximum transmit unit for the Ethernet packet. The MTU is the largest physical packet size measured in bytes that the network can transmit. By default this figure is set to 1500bytes. This is the time (in milliseconds) the unit will wait to re-send a packet if an acknowledgement is not received.
The unit transmits live images using JPEG or MPEG formats. The NetVu Connected remote viewing software will use the settings configured on this page as the defaults for JPEG & MPEG; High, Medium and Low settings.
TransVu Express 98 MPEG Type MPEG Type Select whether transmitted MPEG4 images are sent as RAW data or in GOV (Group of Video) format. RAW mode transmits a single I frame and then a sequence of P frames (until a change in transmission is detected). GOV mode sends I and P frames in a standard format i.e. I to P frame ratio as set by the I Frame Ration option. Select whether transmitted MPEG4 images are sent as RAW data or in GOV (Group of Video) format.
The Multicast page allows recordings from the unit’s camera input to be forwarded to a port address; enabling multiple viewers to view live data using a suitable media player without the need to directly connect to the unit. In multi viewing scenarios, the demands on the unit are significantly reduced; improving overall performance. This system has been validated using the ‘Videolan VLC media player for MS Windows. The Videolan VLC media player can be downloaded free of charge from: www.videolan.
TransVu Express TTL (Time to Live) This option can be configured to limit which users can access the images. Enter one of the following numbers: 0 - restricts video to the same host 1 - restricts video to the same subnet 32 - restricts video to the same site 64 - restricts video to the same region 128 - restricts video to the same continent 255 - is unrestricted in scope To configure your PC to utilise VLC with SAP Multicasting Version 1.0.5 * * * Version 0.8.
The unit can automatically transmit an e-mail to an SMTP Server under numerous conditions i.e. on start up, on receipt of an alarm, camera failure etc. This allows the unit to be installed in unmanned applications where a Remote Video Response Centre (or Manager etc.) would be notified by e-mail if any of these conditions occur.
TransVu Express 102 Send on Alarms Send on Camera Fail Send on Activity Event Send Image Email Image Res Log Email Select to send email notification on alarm activation. Select to send email notification on camera fail. Select to send email notification on activation of the Activity Detection feature. Select to send accompanying image from supporting primary camera. Select resolution settings for images sent as ‘thumbnail’ attachments.
This menu details the configuration requirements for the unit to report to a Remote Video Receiving Centre (RVRC) following alarm activation. Note: This menu will only be displayed if ‘Remote Reporting’ is selected in the System Settings->Features menu. Primary Hostname Primary Dial Profile Secondary Hostname Secondary Dial Profile Public (NAT) Address Video Server Port Alarm Server ref.
TransVu Express 104 Remote Cam Fail Reporting Remote Startup Reporting ARC Ping Enabled Note: Enabling this option ensures the unit reports camera failure on any of the inputs to the RVRC. This will send an alarm report when the unit starts up. Any system resets will be identified. Should the modem/router at the Alarm Receiving Centre be dormant, the unit will ‘Ping’ the ARC prior to sending reporting data. Some routers will not respond to ‘Ping’.
Any of the video inputs on the unit can be made available for transmission to a webserver via a designated webcam server. These images can then be incorporated into a web page and accessed via a standard web browser. Note: This menu will only be displayed if ‘Webcam Support’ is selected in the System Settings->Features menu.
TransVu Express 106 Select Camera Input Webcam Enable Webcam Resolution This allows individual video inputs to be enabled for uploading to the webcam server. The Web Cam function can be: ‘Always Enabled’, ‘Enabled when system SET’, ‘Enabled when system UNSET’ or ‘Disabled’. Select a High, Medium or Low webcam resolution settings to best match the monitor settings of the operator receiving the images.
The unit can archive images to a central FTP (File Transfer Protocol) server. This could be on receipt of an alarm, activation of the Activity Detection or at a scheduled time to backup recorded video. Using FTP in a multi-unit application ensures that all files are stored in one central location for each of the units, offering efficient file management and easy review capabilities.
TransVu Express Download options Select one of the following options from the drop down menu: On Connection This will automatically start the Archive download when the unit detects the archive destination is present. Scheduled It is possible to force the unit to archive images at a scheduled time, enter a time to activate this function each day.
This menu allows the user to block access to the unit via specific network port(s). Enable Ping Response Table Entry Open TCP ports Open UDP ports AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Firewall Enabling this option will allow an external client to recieve a response when attempting to ‘ping’ the unit. Disabling this option will make the unit less visible on the network. It is possible to open 32 ports, which are held in the Firewall port Table on the unit.
TransVu Express 110 Features & Text The Text menus allow configuration of the unit’s text in image and keywords functionality, refer to the individual menus for further details. The Features menu allows activation of the units analytics and third party IP camera features. . Please call Dedicated Micros on + 44 (0) 845 600 9500 for further information. The Text In Image page allows the unit to integrate text data with recorded images i.e. a cash register with a camera positioned at the point of sale.
Dedicated Micros has created a range of analytics components and solutions designed to work with AnalyticsCapable products. The range of applications include: Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), Object Left and Removed, Access Control, People Counting and Perimeter Protection.
TransVu Express 112 Installing An Advanced Feature License To activate an AnalyticsCapable function or the Third Party IP Camera feature, please contact Dedicated Micros Customer Services on Tel +44 (0) 845 600 9501 or contact us via our website: www.dedicatedmicros.com. The Customer Services team will provide details of how to unlock the AnalyticsCapable potential of the unit or activate the Third Party IP Camera feature.
The Activate New Feature menu allows new AnalyticsCapable licenses to be added to your unit and the Third Party IP Camera feature to be unlocked. It details the Features System Code that Dedicated Micros Customer Services require to provide the Activation Code. Also detailed are all advanced features currently activated on the unit (and the maximum number of each type of license allowed).
TransVu Express Note: Navigate to System Settings->PowerScript Mgmt to view DM PowerScript software currently active on your unit (and limit which scripts will automatically run at start-up). When any AnalyticsCapable licenses have been activated, the ‘analytics.c’ option must remain checked for the feature(s) to operate correctly. To view the PowerScript Mgmt page it is necessary to install and run webpage software release version 1.0 (2285) or above.
The following menu allows purchased advanced feature licenses to be assigned to specific Third Party IP camera channels Important: This menu will only be available when an AnalyticsCapable license or the Third Party IP camera feature has been unlocked. Feature Channel Region TransVu Express Feature Mapping Page All installed advanced licenses will be listed by type i.e. ANPR, Tripwire, IP Cams etc. Assign the license to a camera channel via the drop down list.
TransVu Express Analytics Configuration Detailed instructions on Analytics Configuration are provided in the specific Analytics Manual. The Analytics Configuration menu allows AnalyticsCapable features to be configured (except ANPR licenses, refer to the ANPR Setup section for guidance on configuring an ANPR license). The page requires camera selection to edit the features associated with the selected camera.
Object Left / Removed is used to define specific areas of the camera view where an alert can be generated if an object is detected as being removed or added. An AnalyticsCapable license enables this feature for all connected analogue cameras. On a single camera, up to 16 regions of the camera view can be specified to be monitored for object changes. Camera Options will configure settings for the camera. Region Options effect only the region (detection area) currently being configured.
TransVu Express Detection Time Note: Care is required when setting the Detection Time on a live site i.e. if a person is walking through the scene when the reference image is recorded, that person will considered part of the background scene. Region Settings Region Analytic Type Scale Min Size Max Size Note: This setting allows the system to be configured to detect specific shaped objects i.e. tall and narrow or short and wide.
Tripwire is used to define a virtual line within the camera view where an alert can be generated if an object is detected crossing the line. The Tripwire can also count the number of activations and perform actions based on the count rule. This could be when a set amount of people have entered / exited an area. Additionally, a calculated balance of In and Out triggers can be used to trigger alarm when a maximum total number of people are on one side of the tripwire.
TransVu Express Object Rate Detection Time Note: Care is required when setting the Detection Time on a live site i.e. if a person’s arm is in the scene when the reference image is recorded, the system will consider it part of the background scene. Segmentation Region Settings Region Note: Scale Min Size Max Size Select ‘None’ to deactivate a specific region (not all regions on the camera).
Trigger Condition When a trigger occurs, you can set the system to activate a Virtual Alarm. Virtual Alarms can be used as an Input in an Alarm Zone. The Trigger Condition will generate an alarm depending on the following parameters: In Select ‘In’ to use the number o objects crossing the tripwire in the direction of the arrow. Out Select ‘Out’ to use the number of objects crossing the tripwire in the opposite direction of the arrow.
TransVu Express Count Status This menu is accessed off the Tripwire configuration page and displayed the total detected tripwire activations Back (Yellow) 122 Returns to the Features & Text->Features->Analytics Page AD Holdings ©2011
The ANPR Setup menu allows an allocated ANPR Analytics license to be configured. The ANPR software can be set to function most effectively at Barrier Control (vehicles travelling at less than 20mph) or Normal Traffic flow (vehicles travelling in excess of 20mph). It is important to set the Region data correctly. The ANPR software will use this information to interpret the target number plates as efficiently as possible.
TransVu Express Repeat Timeout (ms) Note: The time is entered in milliseconds (ms). Max plate size (pixels) Min plate size (pixels) Region Reset (Red) Refresh (Purple) 124 This setting stops the software reporting the same number plate twice. A repeat plate reading is not reported during the selected timeout period. For example, a vehicle may be required to halt at an entry checkpoint.
The ANPR Plate DB menu allows an external database of number plate details to be uploaded to your DVR. The ANPR software will then use this information to raise alarms whenever a matching number plate is recorded. Load from USB IMPORTANT: Note: TransVu Express ANPR Plate DB Add the required number plate database to a USB device and connect it to your DVR. When connected, select the ‘Load from USB’ (grey) button to upload the database. When loaded, the database will be displayed on screen.
TransVu Express Vehicle Control The Vehicle Control menu allows recorded vehicle number plates to be compared to the information held in the database (uploaded via the ANPR Plate DB menu). When interrogating the database, the ANPR software will search for keywords (configured here). If a keyword is associated to a recorded number plate, an alarm response can be initiated and a screen alert displayed.
Alarm Database Screen Alert Refresh (Purple) Enter up to two Keywords. When a number plate is detected and recognised, the ANPR database will be searched for a match. If a match is found, it will look at the associated keyword. If the keyword matches that entered here, the programmed alarm and/or on-screen alert can be raised (see below). A response can also be configured if no keyword relating to the read number plate is matched within the database.
TransVu Express Text In Image It is possible to integrate the unit into a system were text information can be stored with relevant images for review. This would be most useful in a Retail or Finance application were text data originating from a cash register could be displayed in real time with the video images of the same Point of Sale. Note: This menu will only be displayed if ‘Text in Image’ is selected in the System Settings->Features menu.
Line length Number Visible Lines Background Colour Text Colour Enable Keywords Keywords pulse extension Reset (Red) Zone Act (Green) Keywords (Yellow) Serial (Blue) Refresh (Purple) AD Holdings ©2011 Select the text filter option from the drop down list. The options are: Plain Text (default), RAW, EPSON, Laserjet, DM POS Receipt, DM POS Journal, TVC-1066 This identifies the length of the lines that will be stored with the image. The default setting is 20 characters i.e. typically full screen.
TransVu Express Keyword This menu allows specific keywords received via the text stream to be configured and enabled as event triggers. The ‘Enable Keywords’ function need to be activated in the ‘Text in Image’ menu for this feature to operate. Text Keyword The unit can be configured to react to defined keywords appearing in text data and treat them as alarm zone inputs. In turn this generates events in the event database.
If a camera channel has a AD Oracle dome camera connected, the Oracle Configuration menus can be used to view settings and establish Presets, Patrols and Privacy Masks. Refer to individual menus for further details. The Status page details fundamental information regarding the status of the Oracle Dome i.e. the model type and the version of software/firmware installed. The Presets page allows Preset positions to be configured and stored.
TransVu Express Status This menu details information regarding the status of the Oracle Dome, notably the model type, current temperature and the version of software/firmware installed. Camera IMPORTANT: Select a camera channel. The menu will only display successfully if the chosen camera channel has an Oracle Dome camera connected. All subsequent Oracle Configuration menus will relate to the camera selected here. Camera selection is only possible via this Status menu.
AD Holdings ©2011 This identifies the version of software the camera unit is running. This identifies the version of firmware the camera unit is running. This identifies the bootloader version of the camera unit is running.
TransVu Express Presets This menu allows Preset positions to be configured and stored for the Oracle Dome camera. Camera ID Camera Title Preset Preset Name + (Red) - (Blue) Navigation Buttons Save (Grey) Store Preset (Red) Goto Preset (Green) Delete Preset (Yellow) 134 Selected camera channel. Title assigned to the selected camera channel. Select a preset number (1 to 100). Enter a recognisable name for the Preset (up to a maximum of 25 characters). Use the + button to zoom the camera view IN.
This menu allows the Oracle Dome cameras 360 degree field of view to be split into 32 segments. These segments can be named and set to accompany the displayed camera image via the OSD menu. They can be used to aid an Operator in quickly identifying the current camera position. Camera ID Camera Title Sector Sector Name + (Red) - (Blue) Navigation Buttons AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Sectors Selected camera channel. This is the title assigned to the selected camera channel. Select from sector 1-32.
TransVu Express Patrols This menu allows camera patrol sequences to be established and configured for the Oracle Dome camera. The Patrol feature utilises established preset positions to automatically pan, tilt and zoom the camera in the selected sequence. Camera Camera Title Patrol Patrol Name 1-32 Note: Selecting one of the 1-32 buttons will send the camera to that Preset position. Preset Speed Dwell Save (Grey) Play (Red) 136 Selected camera channel. Title assigned to the selected camera channel.
This menu allows Privacy Masks to be established and configured for the Oracle Dome camera. The Privacy Mask feature can be used to ‘blank out’ sensitive or private areas which appear in the cameras field of view. Camera Camera Title Mask Mask Colour Note: Selected camera channel. Title assigned to the selected camera channel. Up to 24 separate masked areas can be created. The colour of the mask can be selected from the drop down list. The default is black.
TransVu Express OSD Settings This menu allows the Oracle Dome OSD (On Screen Display) information to be configured. This text will accompany displayed camera images in the Viewer and on a local monitor. Preset Title Position Sector Title Position PTZ Display Position Alarm Name Position Engineer Display Save (Grey) 138 Select desired position to locate the Preset Title information. Select desired position to locate the Sector Title information.
This menu allows settings for the Oracle Dome camera to be established and configured. Camera Camera Title Backlight Comp Auto Slow Shutter Auto Focus Auto Flip HyperD Mode Digital Zoom AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Camera Settings Selected camera channel. Title assigned to the selected camera channel. Select to activate Backlight Compensation. This feature compensates for back-lit scenes by enhancing objects which would previously have been in silhouette.
TransVu Express Optical Zoom Limit ICR White Balance Exposure Shutter Speed Coax Gain Coax Lift UTP Boost 140 Select to limit the Oracle Domes optical zoom function. By default ‘100x’ is selected and the camera can zoom to its maximum capabilities. The optical zoom function can be limited to between 75% and 100% magnification.
This menu allows actions to be established and configured for the Oracle Dome camera following an alarm event. A Home position can be established for the camera and the delay time set for what period of inactivity is required before the camera will be sent to its home position. Camera Camera Title Event Name Type Action Relay Home (Grey) Action Delay Save (Grey) AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Event Settings Selected camera channel. Displays the title assigned to the selected camera channel.
TransVu Express Event Search The Event Search menu allows recorded event images to be quickly searched for and reviewed. The Search criteria can be limited to a specific date/time and/or individual cameras. Note: Event Search will only be available when the ‘Enable Event Search Page’ option is enabled via the System Settings->Features menu.
After selecting ‘Search’ (Red), a still image of each captured event (within the chosen search criteria) will be displayed. It may be necessary to scroll through the results pages to view all events. if the number of events exceeds the events displayed per page (configured in Event/Page). TransVu Express Event Search Results Click on the thumbnail image to playback an event. That event will then playback in the window at the top of the menu.
TransVu Express 144 Operating the Viewer Navigation is via a colour coded softkey system. The colour bar provides an intuitive approach to operator and installer use. Note: The screen images shown throughout this section are those displayed remotely via the webpages; If viewing locally, the menu layout will differ slightly. The function of the keys will change according to whether the unit is in Live or Playback mode. Overleaf are described the available Viewer menu pages.
The View Control page allows connected video inputs to be displayed full screen or in Quad/Multi way display format. The Help Video page can also be accessed. Red Green Full Quad Blue Map Purple Next TransVu Express View Control Show currently selected camera full screen. Displays four images on-screen, putting the currently selected camera in the top left segment of the four, and will increment all cameras by one if pressed again i.e. if cam 1 is shown top left, cam 2 top right etc.
TransVu Express 146 Video Control The Video Control page offers video playback functions i.e. play, pause, rewind and fast forward Red Green Yellow Blue ll << > >> Purple Next Freezes current video display. Rewinds current video. Plays from current position. Fast forwards video up to current recording position. Opens the next page of the Viewer menu.
The Selection page allows access to various image and event playback functions. Red TransVu Express Selection Page Switches the selected camera(s) shown onscreen into Play mode. Green Goto Opens the GoTo menu. Yellow Event Displays the Events menu. Blue Menu/Setup* Opens the Configuration menu pages. IMPORTANT: Selecting this option will exit the Viewer menus.
TransVu Express 148 PTZ Program Option The Program page allows preset settings for PTZ cameras to be established and an ‘Origin’ base position established for a camera. Note: This page will not be available for all cameras. Red Preset Yellow Patrol Blue Purple Prog Next If Preset positions have been established for the PTZ camera, select the Preset option and enter a preset number. Refer to the ‘Presets’ menu page for further details on establishing preset positions.
The Program Menu page allows the PTZ configuration on the currently selected Telemetry camera to be accessed and configured (if such menus are available). Red Green TransVu Express Program Page Select to display the Dome Menu page. Use to save the current view as a Preset for this camera. Press this button then a preset position (using the numeric keys on the IR Remote Control or optional Keyboard if viewing via a local monitor).
TransVu Express 150 Dome Menu Option The Dome Menu page allows camera specific menus imbedded on the currently viewed Telemetry camera to be accessed and configured (if such menus are available). Red Dome Menu Green Select Yellow Return Blue Menu Exit Purple Back Select to view camera specific sub-menus embedded on the Telemetry camera (if applicable). The camera specific menus will be overlaid across the screen.
The Timeline Navigation page and the accompanying Video Timeline feature allows quick and easy investigation of recorded video data. The Goto button opens the initial Timeline Navigation page. Softkeys Note: TransVu Express Timeline Navigation The coloured softkey options will change depending on the scale used to review the recorded images. In the above example: • Selecting the 15 Mins (Red) button will change the softkey options to 15 minute segments i.e.
TransVu Express Video Timeline The Video Timeline allows intuitive, rapid navigation within recorded video. To aid navigation, the timeline can be set to display periods ranging from 15 seconds to four weeks. The timeline can be clicked anywhere in the scale to instantly play recorded images from that point. Date/Time Display (Grey) Shows the currently selected date/time. Note: The Date/Time Display shows the last time selected via the timeline.
Utilise the buttons shown below to change the scale. Note: The coloured softkey buttons can also be used to alter the scale, refer to “Softkey Guidance” for further details). Decrease Scale button (Red) Increase Scale button (Blue) Left Navigation Arrow (Green) Right Navigation Arrow (Yellow) AD Holdings ©2011 Decreases the scale of the displayed timeline by one step i.e.
TransVu Express 154 Event List Alarms and activity detection, plus system Events i.e. camera fails, are tagged and stored in the Event List. Each Event is labelled with an event type (alarm, activity or system) and its time and date. To view any additional pages of Event data, use the Yellow/Blue Softkeys. If viewing locally, use the Up/Down Directional buttons to select a specific Event, press the OK button to display the full list.
The Event Copy and Search menu allows events to be sent to the Copy menu via the Copy Option. All events currently held within the ‘Copy’ menu can be deleted via the ‘Clear All’ option. The ‘Filter option’ allows access to the ‘Filter Search’ menu. Red TransVu Express Event Copy and Search Menu Select to add the currently highlighted event to the Copy menu. Green Clear All Select to clear ALL events from the copy menu. Note: Single events can be deleted via the Copy menu.
TransVu Express Filter Search Menu When searching a large number of stored events, the Filter Search menu allows events to be filtered by time, camera channel and category. Filter Search Box From Time From Date 156 Select a start time for the Event filter. Events prior to this time will be ignored. Select a start date for the Event filter. Events prior to this date will be ignored.
Text Type Red Blank Green Reset Yellow Now Blue Apply Purple Close AD Holdings ©2011 Select which cameras are to be included within the Event search. A range of cameras can be selected by entering a hyphen between the first and last required camera i.e.1-8. A selection of individual cameras can be chosen by entering a comma between each camera i.e. 1,3,5,8. Events captured by other cameras will be ignored. If searching for text in image events, enter the required text here.
TransVu Express Activity Search Menu The Activity Search menu allows the search criteria to be further narrowed to only include events which have occured within specific segments of the camera view. Firstly, enter a start/end Time and Date, then select a camera channel. Use the Grid option to select a specific segment of the camera view. From Time From Date To Time To Date Cameras Red 158 Blank Select a start time for the Activity filter. Events prior to this time will be ignored.
Reset Yellow Blue Grid Apply Purple Close AD Holdings ©2011 Select to reset the Filter Search box. The current Time/Date will be displayed plus all available cameras. Select to open the Grid menu. Select to apply any change made to the Filter Search box. Select to return to the Event Copy and Search menu.
Activity Grid Menu The Activity Grid menu allows the event search criteria to be further narrowed to only display events which have occured within a segment of the camera view. A grid will be displayed across the image of the selected camera channel. Using the options outlined below, the grid can be configured to create activity zones within the image. Only events which have occured wthin these zones will then be displayed in the Activity Search menu for the chosen camera channel.
The area (cells) highlighted yellow constitutes the activity detection zone. Any activity events occuring within the area created using the Start and and End points will be ignored. Note: Multiple zones can be created within the same camera view. Purple Finish Select to return to the Activity Search menu. Copy Menu Images and events can be copied to CD/DVD or USB Media for remote reviewing away from the unit (for evidential or monitoring purposes).
TransVu Express 162 To Copy Events/Images to a USB Device 1. Insert a USB Device into the USB port on the front of the unit. 2. Select USB from the Archive Media check box. 3. Select the Copy option (Red) to start archive. 4. Selected items are then saved to the USB device. 5. The USB export progress is displayed as a %. On completion the status will read ‘Archive Complete’. To Copy Events/Images to a CD/DVD 1. Insert a CD/DVD Device into the CD/DVD drive on the front of the unit. 2.
This menu (only accessible via a local monitor) allows configuration of the camera output displayed on the spot monitor, plus enables all on-screen display text to be removed from the main monitor display Red Spot Green Display Blue Seg Purple Next AD Holdings ©2011 TransVu Express Spot Monitor / On-Screen Display (Local Monitor Only) Select to change the camera currently displayed on the spot monitor.
TransVu Express Event Search The Event Search menu allows recorded event images to be quickly searched for and reviewed. The Search criteria can be limited to a specific date/time and/or individual cameras. Note: Event Search will only be available when the ‘Enable Event Search Page’ option is enabled via the System Settings->Features menu.
After selecting ‘Search’ (Red), a still image of each captured event (within the chosen search criteria) will be displayed. It may be necessary to scroll through the results pages to view all events. if the number of events exceeds the events displayed per page (configured in Event/Page). TransVu Express Event Search Results Click on the thumbnail image to playback an event. That event will then playback in the window at the top of the menu.
TransVu Express Using the optional Keyboards (DM/KBC1 & DM/KBC2) The unit can also be controlled using an optional AD keyboard. This is connected via the KBD connector on the rear of the unit and provides the same control functions as the I.R Remote Control. The following keyboards are supported: DM/KBC1 Keyboard DM/KBC2 Keyboard Note: 166 Not all buttons detailed below are relevant for both models of keyboard.
Function Displays the Softkeys menu if not currently on screen. Selects the colour coded item displayed on screen. Switches from Playback to Live mode. Toggles the visibility of on-screen text and status bar if no Softkeys are on screen. (For future use). For future use. TransVu Express Key Displays the Softkey options for the Audio functions (for future use). Forces all the cameras to record in alarm mode for three minutes, or until the button is pressed again (for future use).
TransVu Express For future use. Toggles control from Main to Spot monitor. Allows the numeric selection of a camera (numeric selection defaults to camera selection). Allows entry of camera and Preset and numbers. For future use. For future use. Triggers the wash function on a telemetry camera. Triggers the wipe function on a telemetry camera. Switches on the lamp on a telemetry camera. Adjusts the focus to objects nearer the camera. Adjusts the focus to objects further from the camera.
Zooms out on a telemetry camera and also provides electronic zoom in. Sends a Patrol command to a telemetry camera. Instructs the selected telemetry camera to automatically pan (on cameras that support this function). TransVu Express Zooms in on a telemetry camera and also provides electronic zoom out. Used as menu and on-screen navigation keys. Pan and tilt control for telemetry cameras. In Play mode: Used to Mark Start/End positions. ln Live mode: Displays the Copy List and archive controls.
TransVu Express Appendix A User Activity Logging User Activity logging can be enabled or disabled via the System Setting->Features menu. When this feature is enabled, the unit will record all actions performed via the user interface. These actions include Viewing the live stream, activating telemetry, altering the unit configuration, viewing recorded video, archiving video and any system events such as restarting the unit.
SMS Configuration Introduction The TransVu Video Servers support GSM communications and SMS messaging with a Siemens TC35i GSM module. This allows the video servers to report events via SMS and to receive SMS messages in order to create events on the system. On Video Servers supporting GPS modules, the SMS messaging can also be used to report position, distance off track and current zone. Command Format Commands consist of a descriptor followed by a variable parameter list.
TransVu Express POSITION?{&} password phone SMS password to enable commands to be executed Optional mobile phone number to send the report to SMS Reports SMS reports are messages sent from the video server to a defined SMS server when an event occurs. The events that cause SMS reports are selected on the SMS configuration webpage.
This message is generated if the unit is using route tracking and is not in a valid zone on the specified route. The message is issued when the unit leaves a zone and will be repeated every 5 minutes until it re-enters a valid zone. OFFTRACK?&
TransVu Express 174 Alarm This report is generated when the current active alarm list changes ALARM?&
All of the following procedures should only be carried out on a C1TP/C5CC board set by trained engineers during repair or production. Programmable Logic Note: These instructions assume the use of programming adapter X3PA. 1) 2) 3) 4) Fit a jumper link across J1 on the C1TP board. Connect the programming adapter to P3 on the C1TP board. Ensure that the JTAG programmer is switched on and the USB lead is connected to the PC. Supply power to the C1TP/C5C board set.
TransVu Express Atmel AVR Microcontroller 1) 2) 3) Connect the programming pod to a USB port on the PC Open the “AVR Studio 4” programme. If the system is being configured for the first time select ‘Program AVR’ then ‘Auto connect’ from the Tools menu; This will open a window showing details of the target device and the file to be programmed. Configure the software using the following settings; 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Note: In the Device drop down box, select ‘ATmega48’.
Type: at the command prompt To display the version number and register value; Type at the command prompt. Main Processor The bootloader and application have similar naming conventions The the binary files always have the same name regardless of version but are compressed into zip files with names incorporating the version number, ie. TransVu Express To activate ignition controlled power management for PAR file recording; ‘c1tp_boot_nnn.zip’ contains ‘c1tp_boot.
TransVu Express To install the web pages: 1) 2) 3) 4) Open FTP and telnet/serial sessions as above; At the debug prompt type < devcopy a:\web.zip \flash\web.zip > Uploading to flash memory takes several seconds If the process is successful, a message on screen will confirm success. Erase the file ‘web.zip’ from the a: drive. Record and Power Management Modes TransVu Express can be configured with certain parameters at build time.
At the debug prompt type The status can be confirmed by entering: which will return the power management version number followed by FF. The Power Management Enable checkbox in the web pages is now disabled.
TransVu Express 180 Appendix D Time Zones Filename akst.ini ast.ini aus-e.ini aus-e2.ini aus-n.ini aus-s.ini aus-w.ini cet.ini cst.ini est.ini estind.ini gmt.ini gmt_-3.ini gmt_-4.ini gmt_-5.ini gmt_0.ini gmt_1.ini gmt_2.ini gmt_3.ini gmt_4.ini gmt_5.ini gmt_7.ini gmt_8.ini greece.ini moscow.ini mst.ini mstaz.ini n-zeal1.ini n-zeal2.ini nairobi.ini nigeria.ini pst.ini riyadh.ini russ10.ini russ11.ini russ12.ini russ4.ini russ5.ini russ6.ini russ7.ini russ8.ini russ9.ini s-africa.
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TransVu Express 182 Index About.............................................................................. 18 Accelerometer................................................................ 85 Accessing the Configuration Webpages.......................... 8 Accessing the menus on a PC web browser................... 8 Account List................................................................... 47 Activate New Feature................................................... 113 Activity Grid Menu.............
AD Holdings ©2011 With Keyswitch enabled................................................. 67 Zone Actions.................................................................. 79 Zone Actions Camera.................................................... 81 Zone Activation.............................................................. 83 Zone Change (GPS).................................................... 172 Zone Input..........................................................................
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