VideoJet 10 User Guide
Copyright This user guide is the intellectual property of VCS and is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted for any purpose, by whatever means, electronic or mechanical, without the express written permission of VCS. Release: May 2005 (Firmware version 2.1) © 2005, VCS Video Communication Systems AG Note This user guide has been compiled with great care and the information it contains has been thoroughly verified.
Contents Contents 0 Chapter 1 Preface About this user guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EU guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Time server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Camera name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Display stamping . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 WLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Version information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Firmware and configuration upload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Function test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 VideoJet 10 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface 1 About this user guide This user guide is intended for persons responsible for the installation and operation of the VideoJet 10 network video server. International, national and any regional regulations regarding electrical systems must be adhered to at all times. Adequate knowledge of network technology is a precondition. The user manual describes the installation and operation of the unit.
Preface Chapter 1 Intended use The VideoJet 10 network video server transmits video, audio and control signals over data networks (such as Ethernet LANs and the Internet). It is designed for use in CCTV systems. By incorporating external alarm devices, various functions can be triggered automatically. Other applications are not authorized.
Safety Information 2 Electrical shock hazard ] Never attempt to connect the unit to any power network other than the type for which it was intended. ] Use only the power supply provided. ] Never open the casing! ] If a fault occurs, disconnect the power supply unit from the mains supply and from all other devices. ] Install the unit and power supply only in dry, weather-protected areas.
Safety Information Chapter 2 Installation and operation ] Relevant electrical codes and guidelines must be complied with at all times during installation. ] Adequate knowledge of network technology is necessary for the installation. ] Before installing or operating the unit, make sure you have read and understood the documentation for the other equipment connected to the system, such as cameras. There you will find important safety instructions and information about authorised use.
Product Description 3 Supplied components ] Network video server VideoJet 10 including plug-in mains adapter ] Configuration cable ] The quick start guide “First Steps” in English and German ] Product CD with the following content: – The quick start guide “First Steps” in English and German – User guide in English and German – System Requirements – MPEG-ActiveX control – MPEG-Viewer – DirectX control – Microsoft Internet Explorer – Microsoft Virtual Machine – Adobe Acrobat Reader System requirements for
Product Description Chapter 3 Note Read the indications given in the document System Requirements on the CD provided (see page 11). Make sure the graphic card is set to 16 or 32 bit color depth and Microsoft's Virtual Machine is installed and active on your computer. Operational requirements ] Computer with Microsoft Windows 98/2000/XP operating system and network access and – Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.
Chapter 3 Product Description Overview of functions Network video server The VideoJet 10 is a network video server. Its primary function is to encode and decode video, audio and control data for transmission over an IP network. The use of existing networks means that integration with CCTV systems or local networks is quick and easy. Via the CompactFlash interface the device can be integrated seamlessly into any wireless LAN using a corresponding card.
Product Description Chapter 3 Local recording and playback You can use the CompactFlash interface to store recordings locally on a CompactFlash-card or a MicroDrive. The video sequences stored can be accessed and viewed via the Media-Replay page. The VideoJet 10 supports ANR technology, which ensures seamless continuous storage with VIDOS-NVR, the network video recorder from VCS, even when the network fails.
Chapter 3 Product Description Summary The main functions of the VideoJet 10 are: ] Video, audio and data transmission over IP data networks ] Simultaneous dual streaming with two independently defined profiles ] Multicast function for simultaneous picture transmission to multiple receivers ] Analog BNC composite video input FBAS (PAL/NTSC) (sender) ] Analog BNC composite video output FBAS (PAL/NTSC) (receiver) ] A bidirectional audio input/output (mono) ] Video and audio encoding using the MPEG-4/G.
Product Description Chapter 3 VideoJet 10 front panel connections 1 BNC jack: Video In (sender) or Video Out (receiver), for connecting a video source or an analog video monitor 2 Slide switch 75 Ω (sender) for termination of the video input 3 Bidirectional audio interface Audio I/O 3.
Chapter 3 Product Description VideoJet 10 back panel connections 7 CompactFlash interface drive for CompactFlash cards and MicroDrives or for wireless network connection using a wireless LAN card 8 Screw clamp ALARM I/O for connection of alarm sensors or switches and for switching of external devices (e.g.
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Installation 4 Installing the unit Due to its compact design and small footprint, the VideoJet 10 can be used as a desk top unit occupying minimum space. Warning! The unit is intended for use indoors or in a protective enclosure. Select a suitable location for installation where the equipment is not subject to extreme temperatures or humidity. The ambient temperature must lie between 0 and +50 °C. The relative humidity should not exceed 80%. The unit generates heat during operation.
Installation Chapter 4 Connections Camera/monitor Depending on the device used, you can connect a video source (sender) or a monitor (receiver). All cameras and video sources that generate a standard PAL or NTSC signal and all monitors compatible with PAL or NTSC standards can be used for this purpose – Connect the camera or another video source using a video cable (75 Ohms, BNC plug) to the Video In BNC jack of the sender.
Chapter 4 Installation Network You can connect the VideoJet 10 to a 10/100 Base-T network. Use a standard UTP Category 5 cable with RJ45 connectors for this. – Connect the unit to the network using the Ethernet jack. As an alternative the VideoJet 10 can be integrated into a wireless LAN via the Compact Flash interface. Use an adequate wireless LAN card. – Insert the wireless LAN card into the Compact Flash slot. Alarm input The VideoJet 10 has one alarm input on the orange terminal block.
Installation Chapter 4 Microphone/loudspeaker The VideoJet 10 provides an audio channel via the jack Audio I/O. The bidirectional audio signals are transmitted simultaneously with the video signals. This can be used for example to operate a loudspeaker or door intercom at the target location. – Connect a line level audio source to the jack Audio I/O ring. – Connect a loudspeaker to the jack Audio I/O tip (for assignment see page 137).
Chapter 4 Installation Switching on/off Power connection A power supply unit is included with the VideoJet 10 package. The VideoJet 10 does not have a mains switch. The unit is ready for operation as soon as it is connected to the mains supply. Warning! Use only the plug-in mains adapter provided for operation of the VideoJet 10. Where necessary, take appropriate measures to ensure that the mains supply is protected against voltage surges, spikes or brownouts.
Installation Chapter 4 Setup using terminal software Data terminal You can connect a data terminal to the VideoJet 10 for setup and local control. The data terminal consists of a computer with terminal software. Use the configuration cable included in the package supplied to make the connection. For example, HyperTerminal, a communications utility included with Microsoft Windows, can be used as the terminal program.
Chapter 4 Installation ] Enter only one command at a time. ] After entering a value (such as an IP address), re-check the entry before pressing the Enter key to send the data to the VideoJet 10. Assigning an IP address To operate the VideoJet 10 on your network, you must assign it an IP address that is recognized by the network. The following default address has been pre-set at the factory: Sender: 192.168.0.1 Receiver: 192.168.0.2 – Start up a terminal program such as HyperTerminal.
Note The new IP address, subnet mask and gateway adress become effective only following a restart. Restart Disconnect the VideoJet 10 from the power socket, wait a few seconds and reconnect the unit. Additional parameters Using the terminal program, you can check other basic parameters and modify them where necessary. Use the on-screen commands displayed in the various submenus for this purpose.
Configuration using a Web Browser 5 Establishing the connection The integrated HTTP server allows the unit to be configured over the network using a Web browser. This option offers considerably more possibilities and is more convenient than configuration using terminal software. It also allows live video images to be displayed. Note Make sure the graphic card is set to 16 or 32 bit color depth and the Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed and active on your computer.
Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 5 – Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The CD should start automatically. If the CD does not start automatically, open the root directory of the CD in Windows Explorer and double click MPEGAx.exe. – Follow the instructions on the screen. Establishing the connection The VideoJet 10 must be assigned a valid IP address for your network, before it can be operated in your network environment.
Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web Browser Note Your screen display may differ slightly from the illustration, depending on whether you are working with or without a storage medium inserted into the CompactFlash slot. The Decoder connection page will be displayed as the home page for a receiver. It shows a snapshot from the video source for the sender currently connected, and the unit searches the network automatically for available senders.
Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 5 – Enter the user name and the associated password in the appropriate fields. – Click OK. If the password is correct the respective page is displayed. Switching to the configuration mode Depending on whether you are working with a VideoJet 10 sender or receiver there are various options to configure the unit or to check the current setup. The sender can only be configured using the Expert Mode.
Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web Browser Configuration in Expert Mode Expert Mode allows all parameters of the VideoJet 10 to be configured. You can view the current settings by opening one of the configuration pages. The settings can be changed by entering new values or by selecting a predefined value in a list field. The basic use of the configuration pages is described below.
Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 5 Note Your screen display may differ from the illustration, depending on whether you are working with a sender or a receiver. However, navigation on the configuration pages is the same for all units. Making changes Each configuration page shows the current settings. You can change the settings by entering new values or by selecting from predefined lists. – Click Set after each change to save it. Warning! Save each change with the associated Set button.
Chapter 5 Configuration using a Web Browser Configuration with the Wizard The Wizard is used for step-by-step configuration of the VideoJet 10 receiver. It will lead you through a series of screens where you can input the necessary settings thus allowing for a quick set-up. The settings only become effective after the last screen of the Wizard has been completed. When working with the Wizard, you can switch to another window at any time.
Configuration using a Web Browser Chapter 5 choosing it from a list. The navigation buttons for the Wizard are at the bottom of the window. You can switch between pages of the Wizard at any time. – Always read the information in the upper part of the window first. – Click in the text fields to enter values or use the other controls available, such as buttons, check boxes or list fields. – Click Next >> to go to the next step. – Click << Back to look at the previous step again.
Configuring the Sender 6 Basics Below configuration of the VideoJet 10 in Expert Mode with a Web browser is described. Basic information about configuration with a Web browser are described in Chapter 5 of this user guide. Unit identification The unit can be assigned a name and an ID to facilitate identification. Both make the task of managing several units in larger video surveillance systems with VIDOS from VCS or other tools much simpler. Unit name: Enter a name for the unit here.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Password A VideoJet 10 unit is generally protected by password to prevent unauthorized access. You can limit the scale of access by choosing between different authorization levels (User name:). Note Correct password protection is only granted when all higher levels of authorization are also protected by password. If a live password is assigned, for example, also a service and a user password must be assigned.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Enter a password for the chosen user name here. Confirm password: Re-enter the new password to prevent typing mistakes. Note The new password becomes effective only after you have clicked Set. Therefore always click Set immediately after having entered and confirmed the password even if afterwards you want to assign a password to another user name, too. Language Website language: Select the language for the website from the dropdown field.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Date format: Choose the desired date format here (Europe: DD.MM.YYYY; USA: MM.DD.YYYY; Japan: YYYY/MM/DD). Unit date: Enter the current date here. Since the unit time is controlled by the internal clock, it is not necessary to enter the day of week. This is added automatically. Unit time: Enter the current time here or click the Synchr. PC button to copy the system time of your computer to the VideoJet 10.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Camera name The camera name simplifies identification of the remote camera location, for example in the event of an alarm call. It will be shown in the video image if this facility has been configured (see page 39). Moreover, the camera name is used by VIDOS, VCS software for managing video surveillance systems, and makes it easier to identify the camera. Camera: Enter a unique, unambiguous name for the camera in this field.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Time stamping: This field sets the position of the time and date overlay. It can be shown at the Top or the Bottom or you can define a position yourself via the Hyperterminal and activate it choosing the option Custom. Or it can be set to Off if no overlay for this information is to be shown. Alarm mode stamping: Choose On if a text message should be overlaid in the event of an alarm. Displayed alarm message: Enter the message to be displayed for an alarm.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender – If necessary click the Default button to return the configuration back to the standard settings. Contrast (0...255): You can use this function to adjust the contrast of the video picture to suit the working environment. Saturation (0...255): You can use this function to set the color saturation and achieve the most realistic color reproduction on the monitor. Brightness (0...
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 streams (Dual Streaming) which compressions parameters you can choose individually, e.g. for transmission via Internet on the one hand and connections within a LAN on the other. Note You must set the parameters for each stream individually.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Warning! The profiles are rather complex. They include a number of parameters that interact with one another. Therefore it is generally best to use the profiles as provided. The profiles should only be changed after you have familiarized yourself with all the configuration options. Note The parameters as a group constitute a profile and are dependent on one another.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Encoding interval: This setting determines the frame encoding interval. With the value 4 e.g. only every fourth image is encoded, the following three images are skipped, which is an advantage especially with low bandwidth. Video resolution: Select the desired resolution for the MPEG-4 video image.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Audio stream In addition to video data, the unit can also send and receive audio signals. The transmission of audio takes place at the same time as that of the video data in a separate data stream. Thus it increases the data traffic. The audio data is coded according to G.711 compression standard and requires an additional bandwidth of about 80 kBit/s per direction. Warning! G.711 audio data is only saved with central recording, using VIDOS-NVR for example.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 JPEG posting You can store video images in JPEG format at certain intervals on an FTP server. These images can be called up again later, thus enabling for example alarm events to be reconstructed. JPEG format: Here you can choose the format of the JPEG pictures: ] S 176 × 144 pixel (QCIF) ] M 352 × 288 pixel (CIF) ] XL 704 × 576 pixel (4CIF) File name: You can set what file names are to be generated for the transmitted snapshots.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender JPEG posting interval: Enter the time interval here at which the single images are to be sent to an FTP server. Enter zero, if no single images are to be sent. FTP server IP address: Enter here the IP address of the FTP server on which the JPEG-images are to be stored. FTP login name: Enter your login name for the FTP server here. FTP password: Enter the password for the access to the FTP server here.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Partitioning Note The Recording settings menu and the Partitioning option are only available if you have inserted a storage medium into the CompactFlash slot of the VideoJet 10. For the storage medium of the VideoJet 10, up to eight partitions can be set up similar to the partitioning that can frequently be found on computer hard disks.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Create partition Warning! Changes to the size or number of partitions will result in reorganization of the entire storage medium and the loss of all saved data. Therefore, before making changes to the parameters mentioned, check the recordings and back up the important sequences to your computer's hard drive. Note If the maximum eight partitions are already set up, you can only create a new partition after deleting at least one partition (see page 51).
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 – Click in the text fields to enter values or use the other controls available, such as buttons, check boxes or list fields. – Click Next >> to continue to the next step. – Click << Back to look at the previous step again. – Click Cancel to interrupt the process and close the Wizard. Making changes Once you have specified all the settings you want, they must be transferred to the VideoJet 10 and saved. Click Finish on the last screen of the Wizard to complete this process.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender – Make the desired changes. – Click Set to send the changes to the VideoJet 10 and save them there. Deleting partitions A partition can be deleted at any time. Warning! Deleting a partition causes the entire storage medium to be reorganized and all sequences stored on it to be lost. Therefore, before deleting partitions, check the recordings and back up the important sequences to your computer's hard drive. – Click a partition in the list to select it.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Recording scheduler Note The Recording settings menu and the Recording scheduler option are only available if you have inserted a storage medium into the CompactFlash slot of the VideoJet 10. Here you set the parameters for recording to the local storage medium. Recording may be done continuously or only in the event of an alarm. Partition: Select the partition on which you want to record.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Once started, the Time recording and Alarm recording pages and the settings for the active partition are shown in grey and the configuration cannot be changed. The icon at the bottom of the pages indicates recording activity on this partition. The icon is animated while recording is in progress. Recording activity can be stopped at any time, and the partition can be deactivated. – Click Start to activate the currently selected partition for recording.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Alarm recording Here you can define the times when recordings are to be made to the storage medium in the event of an alarm. As for time recording, separate selection fields are available for each partition. You can select up to 16 separate periods for each day of the week. An alarm recording takes place only during the selected periods.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Properties You can view the current parameters for each selected partition and change them as required in the recording scheduler. You can also activate the alarms that you want to trigger recording. You can also set the profile for the recording here. Warning! Making changes to a partition causes the affected partition to be reorganized and all sequences stored on it to be lost.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 In Ring mode, recording will continue indefinitely. When the maximum storage medium space has been reached, the oldest recordings will be overwritten automatically. In Linear mode, recording will continue until all the disk space has been used. Then recording will be stopped until some old recordings are deleted to provide free space (see page 58). Video recording: Select here the profile to be active while recording.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Alarm recording at: Here you can select the alarm sensors that should trigger an alarm. Warning! The alarm sensors must be activated for them to be able to trigger recording: Configure and activate the motion alarm under Motion detector (see page 61) and the alarm input under Alarm sources (see page 58). – Click in the checkbox for the alarm sensor you want to trigger a recording. The selected checkbox is marked.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Format You can delete all recordings on a partition at any time. Warning! Before deleting recordings, check them and back up any important sequences to your computer's hard drive. – Click Format to delete all recordings on the partition currently selected. Alarm sources You can configure the possible alarm triggers for the VideoJet 10 (e.g. the alarm input). Video loss alarm: Select On if the unit is to activate an alarm whenever the video signal is interrupted.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Motion detection is configured on a separate page (see page 61). Alarm input 1: Select the option On in order to activate the alarm via the external alarm sensor. Otherwise, select Off. Choose Active high to trigger the alarm closing the contact. Choose Active low to trigger the alarm opening the contact.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Note Sender and receiver must share the same subnet for connection set-up (see page 69). Connect on alarm: Select On for the VideoJet 10 to establish a connection automatically to a specified IP address in the event of an alarm. With the setting Follows input 1, the VideoJet 10 holds the automatically set up connection to a remote location as long as an alarm signal is present at the alarm input 1.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Motion detector The VideoJet 10 has an integrated video sensor which can detect changes in the signal. Such changes are due primarily to movements in the camera's field of view. The sensitivity of the video sensor can be adjusted, so an alarm is generated only if specified values are exceeded. Note The video sensor monitors Stream 1. For exact motion detection it is recommended to choose CIF as video resolution for Stream 1 (see page 41).
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 trigger unintended responses from the video sensor and generate false alarms. Run a series of tests under day and night conditions to ensure that the sensor works as intended. For indoor surveillance, ensure constant lighting of the areas during the day and at night. Uniform surfaces without contrast can trigger false alarms even with constant lighting. Note Clicking the Defaults button will reset the video sensor to its factory configuration.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Local sensitivity The basic sensitivity of the video sensor can be adjusted for the environmental conditions to which the camera is subject. The sensor reacts to variations in the brightness of the video image. The darker the observation area, the higher the value that must be selected. – Adjust the sensitivity by dragging the scroll thumb to the desired setting.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Motion tracking In some situations you may want an alarm triggered only if movement takes place in a particular direction. In such cases, enable motion detection and select the direction of movement required to trigger an alarm. – Select On to enable the motion tracking feature of the video sensor. Tracker The Tracker field shows an arrow indicating the current motion vector in the video image.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender With monostable operation, the delay time can be selected after which the relay reverts to its idle state. You can choose various events that activate the output automatically. Thus, for example, it is possible to switch on a spotlight in response to a motion alarm and switch it off again when the alarm situation is no longer active. Idle state: Select Open if the relay is to operate as a normally open contact or Closed if it is to operate as a normally closed contact.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 ] Contrast alarm Triggering caused by a lack of contrast in the picture Relay name: A name can be assigned to the relay in this field. The name will be shown on the button under Trigger relay. The Livepage can also be configured to display the name next to the relay icon. Trigger relay: Click the button to switch the relay manually (for example for test purposes or to operate a door opener).
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Note After selecting an option, the remaining parameters in the window are set automatically and should not be altered. Camera ID: If necessary, adjust the ID for the peripheral device that is to be controlled (e.g. dome camera or PTZ). Baud rate: Select the value for the data communication rate in Bit/s. Data bits: The number of data bits per character cannot be changed. Stop bits: Select the number of stop bits per character.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 COM2 The COM2: RS232 serial interface port can be configured to meet your requirements. Serial port function: If you want to use the serial interface to transmit transparent data, select Transparent. To operate the VideoJet 10 with a terminal, choose Terminal. Baud rate: Select the value for the data communication rate in Bit/s. Data bits: The number of data bits per character cannot be changed. Stop bits: Select the number of stop bits per character.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Network The settings on this page are used to integrate the unit into an existing network. Warning! Changes to the IP address, subnet mask or gateway address are sent to the unit when the Set button is clicked. However, they only take effect after the unit is restarted! – Click Set after entering a new IP address. – Enter the old IP address in the address field of the Web browser and append /reset to it (e.g. 192.168.0.1/reset).
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Gateway address for: Select here if the gateway address is to be used for connections over LAN or WLAN. Gateway IP address: Enter the IP address of the gateway here if the unit is to establish a connection to a unit that is in another subnet. Otherwise, this field can remain empty (0.0.0.0). Video/audio transmission: If the device is used behind a firewall, TCP (HTTP port) should be selected as the transmission protocol. For use in a local network, choose UDP.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender intervals and register its unit name and IP address. To connect to the VideoJet 10 via the Internet, it is enough to enter the unit name and the URL of the DNS server. The server returns the current Internet IP address for the connection. You can use the DNS server of VCS videotec.info as DNS server. The associated IP address is 195.145.107.78. The VideoJet 10 contacts this server automatically if the desired refresh interval is entered for the next parameter.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Warning! When setting up a WLAN take account of the technical information of all devices, e.g. Access Points or WLAN cards. WLAN IP adress: For connection via WLAN a dedicated WLAN IP address must be assigned to the VideoJet 10. This IP address must refer to a subnet other than the Ethernet IP address. Enter here the IP address for the WLAN. WLAN subnet mask: Enter here the subnet mask referring to the WLAN IP address.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Access point density: Enter here a value indicating the number of available Access Points. Choose High if the number is large, Low if only a few Access Points are available. WLAN encryption: WLAN connections are not protected against unauthorized access. It is possible to code the data with an encryption key for security. Click on the button Encryption to open the respective window.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Note Connection is only possible when both ends use the same encryption parameters. Connection state: Here the connection state of the WLAN adapter is displayed.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Multicasting In addition to a 1:1 connection between an encoder and a single receiver (unicast), the VideoJet 10 can enable multiple receivers to receive the video signal from an encoder simultaneously. This is achieved either by duplicating the data stream in the unit with subsequent distribution to multiple receivers (multiunicast) or by distribution of a single data stream over the network to a number of receivers in a defined group (multicast).
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Multicast address MPEG-4 encoder 1 (2): Enter a valid multicast address for each encoder (stream), so that it will work in multicast mode (duplication of the data streams in the network) When the multicast address is set to 0.0.0.0, the respective encoder (stream) operates in multi-unicast mode (copies the data streams on the unit). The VideoJet 10 supports Multi-Unicast connections for up to 5 receivers simultaneously.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Version information The hardware and firmware version numbers are for information only and cannot be altered. Keep a record of these numbers in case technical assistance is required. Hardware version: The hardware version number of the VideoJet 10 is displayed. Firmware version: The firmware version number of the VideoJet 10 is displayed.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Livepage configuration In this dialog, the appearance of the Livepage can be set up to suit your requirements. Options are provided here to display various information and operating elements in addition to the video image. Moreover, individual background graphics can be used for the main window and for the upper area of the window (banner). Note Either GIF or JPEG images can be used. The file paths must correspond to the access mode (local paths such as C:\Images\Logo.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender – Mark the checkboxes for the information to be displayed on the Livepage. The selected elements are marked. – Check the display of the desired information on the Livepage. Background URL: Enter the path to a suitable background graphic in this field. The image can be stored on a local computer, a local network or at an Internet address. – Click Search if necessary to find a suitable image on the local network.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 Show system log: The system log will be displayed with date and time in a field under the video image and provide information about connections, etc. Panorama (Sony camera only): Selecting this option enables the display of a panoramic image. The panoramic image is shown in the upper part of the browser window. It consists of five single images that can be updated any time (see page 112).
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Path for JPEG and MPEG files: Enter the full path for saving snapshots and video sequences to be saved from the Livepage. – If necessary, click Search to find a suitable folder. Firmware and configuration upload Firmware update: The VideoJet 10 is designed in such a way that its functions and parameters can be updated with firmware. To accomplish this, the current firmware is loaded on the unit via the selected network. It will be installed automatically.
Configuring the Sender Chapter 6 – Enter the full path for the update file in the field or click Durchsuchen... to locate and select the file. – Click Upload to begin transmission to the unit. Transmission progress can be monitored from the progress bar. The new firmware will be decompressed and used to reprogram the flash EPROM. The time necessary is indicated by the message going to reset Reconnecting in ... seconds. After the upload is completed successfully, the unit will restart automatically.
Chapter 6 Configuring the Sender Function test The VideoJet 10 offers a number of configuration options. Therefore you should check that it works properly after installation and configuration. This is the only way to ensure that the VideoJet 10 will function as intended in an alarm situation.
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Configuring the Receiver 7 Basics The VideoJet 10 offers various configuration options. Configuration in Expert Mode with a Web browser is described below. Basic information about configuration with a Web browser and other configuration options are described in Chapter 5 of this user guide. Unit identification The unit can be assigned a name and an ID to facilitate identification.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Password A VideoJet 10 unit is generally protected by password to prevent unauthorized access. You can limit the scale of access by choosing between different authorization levels (User name:). Note Correct password protection is only granted when all higher levels of authorization are also protected by password. If a user password is assigned a service password must be assigned, too. Therefore assign passwords always beginning with the highest authorization level.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver Note The new password becomes effective only after you have clicked Set. Therefore always click Set immediately after having entered and confirmed the password even if afterwards you want to assign a password to another user name, too. Language Website language: Select the language for the website from the dropdown field. Date and time If a number of units are part of a system, it is important that the internal clocks of these separate units be synchronized.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Unit date: Enter the current date here. Since the unit time is controlled by the internal clock, it is not necessary to enter the day of week. This is added automatically. Unit time: Enter the current time here or click the Synchr. PC button to copy the system time of your computer to the VideoJet 10. Time server Using the Time Server Protocol the VideoJet 10 can receive a time signal from a time server and use it to set its internal clock.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver MPEG decoder The monitor can be assigned a name to facilitate identification. The video output standard for the connected monitor can also be selected here. The VideoJet 10 can monitor the incoming data stream for integrity and can display a notification text on the monitor when it has detected disturbances in the transmission. Monitor name: Enter the desired monitor name here. The monitor name is used for easier identification of the monitor in large systems, e.g.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Disturbance sensitivity level: Here you can define at what level the text display is triggered. The lower the value the higher the sensitivity level of the VideoJet 10. Notification text: Enter the text that is to be displayed on the monitor. It can contain up to 31 characters. Audio stream In addition to video data, the unit can also send and receive audio signals.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver Alarm sources You can configure the alarm input of the VideoJet 10 decoder here. Alarm input 1: Select the option On in order to activate the alarm via the external alarm sensor. Otherwise, select Off. Choose Active high to trigger the alarm closing the contact. Choose Active low to trigger the alarm opening the contact. Name: You can enter a name for the alarm input. 1./2.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Alarm connections You can select a number of options for the response of the VideoJet 10 to an alarm. In case of an alarm, the VideoJet 10 can establish a connection to a predefined IP address, e.g. a VideoJet 10 sender, automatically. You can enter up to 10 IP addresses which will be selected in sequence by the unit until a connection is established. Note Sender and receiver must share the same subnet for connection set-up (see page 98).
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver Destination IP address: For each number, enter the corresponding IP address of the desired remote unit. Destination password: Enter the password, if the remote unit is protected by a password. Remote encoder line: If the remote unit is a multi-channel device enter here the number of the video input which is to be the data source.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 You can choose various events that activate the output automatically. Thus, for example, it is possible to switch on a spotlight in response to a motion alarm and switch it off again when the alarm situation is no longer active. Idle state: Select Open if the relay is to operate as a normally open contact or Closed if it is to operate as a normally closed contact. Operating mode: Select an operating mode for the relay.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver Trigger relay: Click the button to switch the relay manually (for example for test purposes or to operate a door opener). COM1 The COM1: RS232/485serial interface port can be configured to meet your requirements. Serial port function: If you want to use the serial interface to transmit transparent data, select Transparent. To operate the VideoJet 10 with a terminal, choose Terminal.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Baud rate: Select the value for the data communication rate in Bit/s. Data bits: The number of data bits per character cannot be changed. Stop bits: Select the number of stop bits per character. Parity check: Select the type of parity check. Interface mode: Select the desired protocol for the serial interface. Half-duplex mode: Choose the setting appropriate for your application.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver COM2 The COM2: RS232 serial interface port can be configured to meet your requirements. Serial port function: If you want to use the serial interface to transmit transparent data, select Transparent. To operate the VideoJet 10 with a terminal, choose Terminal. Baud rate: Select the value for the data communication rate in Bit/s. Data bits: The number of data bits per character cannot be changed. Stop bits: Select the number of stop bits per character.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Network The settings on this page are used to integrate the unit into an existing network. Warning! Changes to the IP address, subnet mask or gateway address are sent to the unit when the Set button is clicked. However, they only take effect after the unit is restarted! – Click Set after entering a new IP address. – Enter the old IP address in the address field of the Web browser and append /reset to it (e.g. 192.168.0.2/reset).
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver Gateway IP address: Enter the IP address of the gateway here if the unit is to establish a connection to a unit that is in another subnet. Otherwise, this field can remain empty (0.0.0.0). Video/audio transmission: If the device is used behind a firewall, TCP (HTTP port) should be selected as the transmission protocol. For use in a local network, choose UDP. Warning! Multicast operation is possible only with the UDP protocol.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 You can use the DNS server of VCS videotec.info as DNS server. The associated IP address is 195.145.107.78. The VideoJet 10 contacts this server automatically if the desired refresh interval is entered for the next parameter. If the unit name is MyVideoJet for example, MyVideoJet.videotec.info can be entered as URL in the browser to make a connection. Dynamic DNS contact interval: Enter the desired update interval in seconds.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver WLAN IP adress: For connection via WLAN a dedicated WLAN IP address must be assigned to the VideoJet 10. This IP address must refer to a subnet other than the Ethernet IP address. Enter here the IP address for the WLAN. WLAN subnet mask: Enter here the subnet mask referring to the WLAN IP address. Network name: In order of two devices being connected over WLAN they must belong to the same WLAN. Enter here the name (SSID) of the desired Wireless LAN.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Click on the button Encryption to open the respective window. WLAN Encryption: You can choose out of three settings with different security levels: ] No Encryption for WLAN-transmission without encryption. A connection is only set up when the encryption functionality on the remote device is disabled, too. ] Open System for encryption depending on the settings of the remote device.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver ] Connecting! Try to establish connection ] Connection successfully established with information on the data rate Current transmission rate: This text message box informs about the current transmission rate from the local WLAN adapter to the remote device. Note WLANs do not guarantee a specific data rate, as it depends on the intensity of the destination field. The de facto data rate is conditioned by the weakest link within the WLAN.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Firmware and configuration upload Firmware update: The VideoJet 10 is designed in such a way that its functions and parameters can be updated with firmware. To accomplish this, the current firmware is loaded on the unit via the selected network. It will be installed automatically. Thus a VideoJet 10 unit can be serviced and updated remotely without requiring a technician to make changes on-site.
Chapter 7 Configuring the Receiver After the upload is completed successfully, the unit will restart automatically. If the LED Power is red, the upload has failed and must be done again. This requires that you work from a special page: – Enter the IP address of the unit in the browser and append /main.htm (for example 192.168.0.12/main.htm). – Repeat the upload. Configuration download: The VideoJet 10 configuration data can be saved on a computer and the saved data loaded on a unit from the computer.
Configuring the Receiver Chapter 7 Function test The VideoJet 10 offers a number of configuration options. Therefore you should check that it works properly after installation and configuration. This is the only way to ensure that the VideoJet 10 will function as intended in an alarm situation.
Sender Operation 8 Operation with Microsoft Internet Explorer A computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or later) can be used to receive live images from the VideoJet 10, control cameras or other peripherals and replay sequences stored on the local storage medium (optional). Note Make sure the graphic card is set to 16 or 32 bit color depth and the Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed and active on your computer.
Sender Operation Chapter 8 – Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. If the CD does not start automatically, open the root directory of the CD in Windows Explorer and double click MPEGAx.exe. – Follow the instructions on the screen. Establishing the connection The VideoJet 10 must be provided with a valid IP address to operate on your network. The following default address has been pre-set at the factory: 192.168.0.1 – Start the Web browser.
Chapter 8 Sender Operation The Livepage After the connection is established, the Livepage will be displayed first. It shows the live video image in the middle of the browser window. Depending upon configuration, various text overlays may be visible on the image (see page 39). Other information may also be shown next to the video image on the Livepage. The display depends on the settings on the configuration page Livepage configuration (see page 78).
Sender Operation Chapter 8 Alarm input In the event of an alarm, a red alarm symbol for the triggering alarm input is displayed next to the video image. The display of alarms and other details depends on the configuration of the unit (see page 58). Relay output Depending upon configuration, a device such as a floodlight or a door opener can be activated by the relay of the VideoJet 10 unit. The display of the relay and other details depends on the configuration of the unit (see page 64).
Chapter 8 Sender Operation Note When the browser connection over which audio data can be sent to the unit is cut off this function is taken over by the connection that is set up next. Control functions Control options for peripheral devices (such as a pan and tilt head or a dome camera) depend on the type of device installed and the configuration of the VideoJet 10.
Sender Operation Chapter 8 Panorama view If you are working with a Sony EVI-D100 or EVI-D30/31 camera, you can also display a panoramic image. The panoramic image is shown in the upper part of the Livepage. It consists of five single images that can be updated any time. – Right-click on the panoramic image to open the context menu. – Select Start scan to update the individual images. Stop scan cancels the update.
Chapter 8 Sender Operation Saving snapshots Individual images from the current video sequence on the Livepage can be saved on the computer hard drive in JPEG format. – Click the Snapshot icon. The image will be saved. The storage location depends on the configuration of the VideoJet 10 (see page 81).
Sender Operation Chapter 8 Recording video sequences Segments from the current video sequence on the Livepage can be saved on the computer hard drive. – Click the MPEG-sequence icon. Saving begins immediately. The storage location depends on the configuration of the VideoJet 10 (see page 81). A recording in progress is indicated by the blinking of the red dot on the icon. – Click the MPEG-sequence icon again. Saving will be terminated.
Chapter 8 Sender Operation Recordings in progress Note Recording and playback are only available if you have inserted a storage medium into the CompactFlash slot of the VideoJet 10. During automatic recording to the local storage medium of the VideoJet 10 by one of the background programs, the hard disk icon below the video image on the MPEG-4 Livepage changes. It is animated to indicate that a recording is in progress. If no recording is taking place the icon is static.
Sender Operation Chapter 8 Media-Replay page You can use the CompactFlash interface of the VideoJet 10 to store recordings locally on a CompactFlash-card or a MicroDrive. Note The link for the page Media-Replay is only visible if you have have inserted a storage medium into the CompactFlash slot of the VideoJet 10. You can access the page Media-Replay for replay of recorded video sequences from both, the Livepage and the Expert Mode.
Chapter 8 Sender Operation – Select the partition of which you want to view the recordings out of the dropdown list Partition name. – Click a list entry. Playback of the selected sequence will begin immediately in the video window. Playback control A time bar is shown below the video image to indicate the progress of the sequence. When you switch to the Media-Replay page, the blue bar initially shows the current day, week and year and a time scale with two hour intervals.
Sender Operation Chapter 8 Fast rewind, rewind I-frame by I-frame (only in Pause mode) Stop Play Pause Fast forward, step forward I-frame by I-frame (only in Pause mode) Skip to the end of the active video sequence, skip to the next alarm The speed can be controlled using the slider. 100% indicates normal speed, lower values and higher values reduce or increase the playback speed. Red bars on the blue sequence fields indicate triggered alarm times.
Chapter 8 Sender Operation – Start playback of the sequence you want to back up as a whole or in parts. – Click the icon for backing up a sequence. Saving begins immediately and is indicated by the slow flashing of the icon on the button. – Click the icon for sequence backup again to stop saving. This procedure can be repeated within a sequence to back up several segments of a longer sequence.
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Receiver Operation 9 Operation with Microsoft Internet Explorer A computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or later) can be used to set up a connection to a VCS sender and to display the live images received on a monitor. Note Make sure the graphic card is set to 16 or 32 bit color depth and the Microsoft Virtual Machine is installed and active on your computer.
Receiver Operation Chapter 9 – Follow the instructions on the screen. Establishing the connection The VideoJet 10 must be provided with a valid IP address to operate on your network. The following default address has been pre-set at the factory: 192.168.0.2 – Start the Web browser. – Enter the IP address of the VideoJet 10 as the URL. The connection will be established, and after a short time the Decoder connection page will appear.
Chapter 9 Receiver Operation Protected VideoJet 10 If the VideoJet 10 is password-protected against unauthorized access, a corresponding message and a prompt to enter the password will appear first. Note A VideoJet 10 provides various authorisation levels to limit the scope of a user's access (see page 36 for the sender and page 86 for the receiver). – Enter the user name and the associated password in the appropriate fields. – Click OK. If the password is correct the respective page is displayed.
Receiver Operation Chapter 9 – Mark the checkbox Include audio if you want to transmit audio, too. Make sure for correct audio transmission configuration for both, sender and receiver. – Mark the checkbox Include data if you want to transmit transparent data, too. Make sure for correct data transmission configuration for both, sender and receiver. Note The checkboxes must be marked prior to connection set-up in order to include audio and data transmission.
Hardware Connections 10 Hardware connections between VCS units A VideoJet 10 sender, connected to a camera, and a VideoJet 10 receiver, connected to a monitor, can be linked together or to other VCS units easily via an Ethernet network or a wireless LAN. This makes it possible to establish connections over large distances with little effort for installation or cabling. Installation The VCS units are designed to connect with one another automatically when correspondingly configured.
Hardware Connections Chapter 10 Connection when an alarm signal is given Sender and receiver can be configured to connect automatically with each other when an alarm is triggered (see page 59 for sender and page 93for receiver). After a short time, the live video image from the sender will be shown on the connected monitor. This option can also be used to connect two VCS units via an on-off switch at the receiver. In this case, a computer is not needed to establish the connection (see page 92).
Chapter 10 Hardware Connections Closing the connection The connection may be closed using a terminal program or Web browser. Closing the connection using a terminal program – Start the terminal program (see page 24); enter the command i to call up the IP menu. – Enter the command a in the IP menu to deactivate automatic connection. Closing the connection using a Web browser – Use the Web browser to connect to the VideoJet 10 receiver. Its home page will be displayed.
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Operation with Decoder Software 11 Operation with VIDOS VideoJet 10 video servers and VIDOS software can be combined to form a highperformance system solution. VIDOS is software for the operation, control and administration of CCTV installations (e.g. surveillance systems) at remote locations. It runs under Microsoft Windows operating systems. Its main function is decoding video, audio and control data from a remote sender.
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Maintenance and Upgrades 12 Testing the network connection The ping command can be used to check the connection between two IP addresses. This allows you to test whether a unit is active in the network. – Open the DOS command prompt. – Type ping followed by the IP address of the unit. If the unit is found, the response appears as Reply from ..., followed by the number of bytes sent and the transmission time in milliseconds. Any other response indicates that the unit cannot be accessed via the network.
Maintenance and Upgrades Chapter 12 – If necessary, back up the current settings using the Download button on the configuration page entitled Firmware and configuration upload (see page 81 for sender and page 104 for receiver). – Use a pointed object to press the reset button which is found below the CompactFlash interface (see page 16) until the LED I is lighting red. All settings will revert to their defaults. – Change the IP address of the unit as necessary.
13 Appendix Troubleshooting If you cannot correct a malfunction, please contact your supplier, system integrator or VCS customer service (Support.STVC@de.bosch.com). The version numbers of the internal processors can be viewed on a special page. Please note this information before contacting Customer Service. – In the address field of the browser, append /version.htm to the IP address of the unit (e.g. 192.168.0.12/version.htm) and press Enter. – Write down the information or print out the page.
Appendix Chapter 13 Problem Possible Causes Solution No connection established, no image transmission. The unit's configuration. Check all settings. Faulty installation. Check all cables, plugs, contacts and connections. Wrong IP address. Check the IP addresses (terminal program). Faulty data transmission within the LAN. Check data transmission with the ping command. The maximum number of connections possible to other devices has already been reached.
Chapter 13 Appendix LEDs The VideoJet 10 video server is equipped with several LEDs that show the operating status and can give indications of possible malfunctions: LED Power Not lit: Device is switched off. Lit green: Device is switched on. Blinking green: The device is accessed. Lit red (briefly): Device is starting up. Lit red (continuously): Device is out of order; upload failed. LED I Lit red: Alarm is triggered. Not lit: Alarm input is inactive. LED O Lit green: Relay is switched.
Appendix Chapter 13 COM1: RS232/485 interface Options for using the serial interface COM1: RS232/485 include transparent data transfer, control of connected devices or operation of the unit with a terminal program. Depending on the setting, the interface works with the RS232 or RS422/485 standard. The standard used depends on the current configuration (see page 66). The pin assignments depend on the standard used.
Chapter 13 Appendix COM2: RS232 interface Options for using the serial interface COM2: RS232 include transparent data transfer or operation of the unit with a terminal program. The interface works with the RS232 standard.
Appendix Chapter 13 Connection jacks The connection jacks allow the connection of an alarm switch, relay and an analog sensor. 1 4 8 Terminal allocation Terminal Function 1 Alarm In 2 Alarm Out 3 Analog In 4 3.3 V, 50 mA 5 GND 6 Alarm Out 7 GND 8 GND The alarm input (Alarm In) is to be connected with the electrical ground (GND) using a trigger contact.
Chapter 13 Appendix Glossary A few brief explanations of the most important terms and abbreviations used in the field of communications technology can be found below. 10/100 Base-T IEEE 802.
Appendix MPEG-4 Chapter 13 Video compression standard designed for transmission of audiovisual data at very low transfer rates (for example via the Internet). MTU Maximum Transmission Unit resp. Maximum Transfer Unit Netmask A mask that explains which part of an IP address is the network address and which part comprises the host address. It is usually written in dotted decimal notation, for example "255.255.255.192".
Chapter 13 Appendix VideoJet 10 Specifications Operating voltage 12 ... 24 V DC, power supply included Power consumption approx. 10 W Network interface Ethernet 10/100 Base-T, auto-sensing, half/fullduplex, RJ45 RF-Interface 802.11b via CompactFlash-card interface Video data rate 9.6 kBit/s ...
Appendix Chapter 13 Relay output 1 × push-in terminal, 30 Vpp, 1 A Storage media CompactFlash-cards type I and II; MicroDrive Indicators 5 LEDs (Power, Alarm In, Alarm Out, Link, Traffic) Operating conditions Temperature 0 ... +50 °C, relative humidity 20 ... 80 %, non-precipitating height 0 ... 3,000 m Storing conditions Temperature -20 ... +60 °C relative humidity 20 ... 95 % non-precipitating max.
14 Index A Configuration 82, 105 Activating a partition for recording 52 Contrast 41 Actuator 21 Contrast alarm 58 Alarm 92 Control 66 Alarm input 21 Conventions 7 Alarm inputs 110 Create partition 49 Alarm IP address 60 Alarm recording 54 D Alarm recording duration 56 Data interface 20 Alarm tracks 54 Data rate 43 Alarmtracks 56 Audio connection 22 Data terminal 24 Date format 38, 87 Audio signals 45, 90 Daylight savings time 38, 88 Auto-connect 60, 93 Defaults 44 B Deleting recor
Index F False alarms 62, 63 Chapter 14 Low Voltage Directive 8 Firewall 70, 99 M Format 58 Main functions 15 FTP server 46, 47 Mains switch 23 Function test 83, 106 Maintenance 10 Media-Replay 116 G Gateway 70, 99 I Identification 8, 35, 85 IGMP 75 Image resolution 113, 114 Installation 10 Installation location 19 Installation requirements 19 Intallation requirements 19 Interlaced video signal 44 Internal clock 38, 88 IP address 25, 69, 98 J JPEG format 46 JPEG posting 46 JPEG posting interval 4
Chapter 14 Index Partition name 55 SNMP 59, 91 Partition number 55 Specifications 141 Partition properties 55 Subnet mask 98 Partitioning 48 Symbols 7 Password 29, 60, 93, 109, 123 Synchronous 37, 87 Password protection 36, 86 System messages 110 Peripheral device control 111 Picture quality 76 Playback button 117 Playback control 117 Power supply 9 Profile name 43 Profiles 42 Protocol 67, 96 R T TCP 70, 99 Test 83, 106 Time 38, 88 Time recording 53 Time server 38, 88 Time Server Protocol 38,
Index Chapter 14 V Version 77, 103 Video loss alarm 58 Video output standard 89 Video quality 43 Video resolution 44 Video sensor 61 Video sequence 114 W Watermarking 40 Wireless LAN 71, 100 Wizard 33 WLAN encryption 73, 101 146 VideoJet 10
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