Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide
Nextiva S1700e Series Firmware Release 4.
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Contents Preface ......................................................................... v Who Should Read this Guide .......................................vi How to Use this Guide ................................................vi Contents .............................................................vi Conventions ....................................................... vii Related Documentation ....................................... viii Related Verint Video Solutions Products ......................
Contents Chapter 3 Using the Web Interface .......................... 27 Getting Started ........................................................28 Configuring the Device ..............................................30 Serial Port ..........................................................30 Access Management ............................................31 System Status ....................................................34 Network ............................................................35 Video .....
Preface The Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide presents the information and procedures on installing, configuring, and using the NextivaTM S1700e series edge devices.
Preface Who Should Read this Guide This guide is intended for managers, IT system administrators, engineers, and technicians who will use the S1700e series edge devices. It provides conceptual information on how to configure, install, and operate the devices.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide B. DTE and DCE Connections—Explains how to differentiate and connect data terminal equipment (DTE) and data communication equipment (DCE). C. DHCP Support and APIPA—Explains how the DHCP server and the Microsoft APIPA addressing scheme work. D. Audio Pinouts—Presents the pinouts for audio input/output. E. CLI Access—Explains how to access the command line interface (CLI) of the device. F.
Preface Related Documentation In addition to this guide, the following documentation is also available: Nextiva S1700e Series Installation Guide SConfigurator User Guide Release Notes All these documents are contained on the SmartSight Utilities CD shipped with the device. Furthermore, a paper copy of the installation guide is included with your order. Related Verint Video Solutions Products You may use the S1700e series devices with the S1500e-R video receivers.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide To request the latest versions of firmware and software or to download other product-related documents, you need access to the Verint Video Solutions partner extranet. To register, go to http://vvs.verint.com. Support If you encounter any type of problem after reading this guide, contact your local distributor or Verint Video Solutions representative.
Preface Verint Systems responsibility under this warranty shall be to repair or replace, at its option, defective work or returned parts with transportation charges to Verint Systems factory paid by Buyer and return paid by Verint Systems. If Verint Systems determines that the Product is not defective within the terms of the warranty, Buyer shall pay all handling and transportation costs.
Overview Designed for video monitoring and surveillance over IP networks, the S1700e series edge device is a self-contained solution delivering DVD quality, 4CIF video at 30 frames per second in NTSC (25 frames in PAL) over 10/100Base-T networks. Two compression modes are available: a proprietary MPEG-4-based mode and the MPEG-4 ISO 14496-2 compliant mode. The device can easily be extended over local and wide area networks (LANs and WANs) or the Internet using ISDN, PSTN, or xDSL routers.
1: Overview About the S1700e Series Each device is configured to interface, right out of the box, with the most popular camera data port configuration (4800 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit). Physical Characteristics The S1700e series currently holds a single transmitter, the S1700e-T.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide For more information about this security feature, refer to the SConfigurator User Guide.
1: Overview Shipment Your S1700e shipment contains the following items: The requested transmitter device Either a power-over-Ethernet kit (injector and power cord) or a 12V DC external power supply The SmartSight Utilities CD containing the release notes and documentation for the device as well as the SConfigurator application The S1700e Series Installation Guide The shipment may also contain the following option: A 10-device rack mount panel (SRM10) Casing Description The S1700e electr
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide The back panel consists of: A 12-pole connector for power, dry-contact input, relay output, and RS-422/485 serial port One BNC connector for video input Optional audio connectors A slot for an SD device (for future development) 12V DC RS-422/485 Audio (optional) Video Input/output Verint Video Solutions Audio Out In Tx+ Tx- Rx+ Rx- In 1 Video 1 Video 2 RS422/485 Gnd In 3 Rly Rly Gnd +12V In 2 In DC Pwr Out Video SD card SD card slot 5
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Configuring and Installing the Device The steps required to prepare your S1700e device for operation are: Basic configuration, mainly for communication and serial connection Physical installation in its final location Alarm and audio configuration Connection to the serial ports Remember that your device is an indoor product that should not be used in an outdoor environment.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device Configuring the Device The configuration steps to execute are: Assembling the power-over-Ethernet kit (on the PoE devices only) Setting a series of parameters, including the IP address Establishing a point-to-point connection between a receiver and a transmitter, if required To configure the device, you need the proprietary SConfigurator tool.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide To assemble the PoE kit: 2 5 Straight-through Ethernet cable 3 J1 DATA & PWR PoE injector 4 J2 DATA Ethernet cable (straight-through or crossover) Power cord 6 1. In a lab, unpack the device and its PoE injector and place them on a table. 2. Plug a straight-through Ethernet cable into the LAN 10/100 connector on the front of the S1700e device. Note: The maximum length of this cable is 164 feet (50 meters). 3.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device 6. Power the S1700e transmitter by plugging the power cord between the injector and the outlet. Preparing a 12V DC Device To prepare a 12V DC device for configuration: 1. In a lab, unpack the S1700e and place it on a table. 2. Establish the Ethernet connection by plugging a cable (crossover or straight-through) into the LAN 10/100 connector on the front of the device.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide To work properly, devices on the same network must have unique IP addresses. The device will not prevent you from entering a duplicate address. However, its system status LED will turn to flashing red; then the device will use an APIPA address. Next, you have to set the serial port parameters of the device. To set the parameters of a device: 1. Ensure that the device has power and is connected to the network. 2. Start SConfigurator. c The SConfigurator window appears. 3.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device 8. Select the Units tab, then click Discover. A device of type “Unknown” with a 169.254.X.Y IP address appears in the list; it corresponds to your new device. 9. Select the unknown device, then click Configure. In the Reconfigure unit? confirmation window, click Yes. The New Network Configuration window appears. 10. To use DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), check Use DHCP.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide 12. In the Units tab, click Discover. The new S1700e device appears. 13. Select the device, then click Configure. 14. Configure the serial port parameters to match those of the target equipment (for instance, camera or PTZ keyboard). For more information, refer to the SConfigurator User Guide. The S1700e initial configuration is now complete.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device For more information about the connection procedure or the video modes, refer to the “Managing Connections” chapter, in the SConfigurator User Guide. To perform a point-to-point connection: 1. Start SConfigurator. 2. In the Units tab, discover the desired devices. The discovered devices appear in the Units box. 3. Select the Connections tab, then click Add. The Connection Creator window appears. 4.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide You should now have video on the monitor connected to the receiver. Installing the Device When your device is successfully configured, it is ready to be installed in its final location. If your S1700e device is powered using PoE, you can use the two DC Pwr poles on the back of the device to power a camera. The supply voltage of the camera must be 12V DC +/- 10%; its maximum power consumption must be 5W (417 mA).
2: Configuring and Installing the Device 5. If required, connect the serial port of the S1700e to a PTZ camera (for instructions, see next). 6. When installing a device with the extended temperature option, make it stand vertically, allowing for better cooling. Performing Serial Connections The Nextiva edge devices support only the RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 asynchronous protocols. For any other protocol, you may need a converter.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide The numbering of the pins on the DB-9 connector is: RS-422/485 Most target devices (keyboards, PTZ cameras) use the RS-422/485 protocol for communication. These devices are categorized DTE (data terminal equipment); for more information about DTE and DCE (data communication equipment), see Appendix B on page 49. To use the RS-422/485 functionality, you need to: 1. Connect a twisted pair cable to the multipole connector on the back of the device.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device 3. Use the following wiring scheme: Peripheral connector Data+ Dataground S1700e connector Data+ Dataground Multidrop Configurations Two multidrop configurations are available, for two or four wires, only with the RS-485 protocol.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Configuring the I/Os The input/output features on the multipole connector on the back of the device are used for alarms (or events) and audio control. The device includes three input and one output terminals.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device To activate the audio transmission channel for PTT on the S1700e transmitter, you must trigger an activation switch (for example, a button) that is based on the shorting of the input 2 and ground terminals. If the PTT switches of both the transmitter and receiver are activated at the same time, the receiver will have precedence: Audio will be transferred from the receiver to the transmitter.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide With SConfigurator, you set the input type in the Audio pane. The only available output type is Speaker: You plug a speaker directly on the audio output of the device. Audio Out In the Audio pane of the SConfigurator tool, you can set one output setting, the volume. Specifications The audio input/output specifications are (where 0 dBV = Vrms): Mode Mic Line-in Speaker Gain -38 to -21 dBV -20 to -3 dBV -45 to -3 dBV Impedance 30 kohm 30 kohm 8 ohms min.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device Updating the Firmware You can update the firmware of the S1700e devices with the SConfigurator utility or a video management software; for the detailed procedure, refer to the documentation of the software. The latest firmware files are available on the Verint Video Solutions extranet (Technical Support, then Downloads, then Firmware Upgrades). Warning: Firmware downgrade is not supported on any device.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide To perform a hardware reset: 1. Press and hold the Reset button located on the front panel of the device, until the system status LED flashes red very rapidly (it can take up to 10 seconds). 2. Hold the button for an additional five seconds, until the LED turns off. The device is ready for use with the factory default settings.
2: Configuring and Installing the Device To set the QoS values, you need to go in the command line interface (CLI) of the device, access the Advanced menu, then the Quality of Service menu. For the procedure to access the CLI, see page 57. à Status LED The system status LED is a bicolor (green-red) LED providing detailed information on the current state of the device. Condition Steady red for 5 sec. Flashing red (1 sec. intervals) Flashing green (3 sec. intervals) Flashing green (1 sec.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Flashing green-red LED not during a firmware update—The device is in backup mode; you will need to perform a firmware update using a serial connection.
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Using the Web Interface You can access the S1700e-T with a web browser for live viewing, configuration, or PTZ control. The S1700e supports the Pelco P and Kalatel PTZ protocols.
3: Using the Web Interface Getting Started Depending on user account and security settings, you may have to provide a user name and password when logging into the web interface, or access it in secure mode. If you upgraded your device from a previous firmware release, perform the following steps prior to using the web interface: 1. Open an Internet Explorer window. 2. Delete the Internet cache: a. On the Tools menu, open Internet Options. b.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide To use the web interface: 1. Start your Internet web browser. 2. In the Address box, enter the IP address of the device using the http://IP_address format. The web interface window appears, presenting three types of information in the navigation pane. Navigation pane Quick Status—Basic information on the device Live Video—The video stream coming out of the camera connected to the S1700e transmitter Configuration—A series of parameters to configure the device 3.
3: Using the Web Interface Configuring the Device You have access to the following parameter categories: Serial port Access management System status Network Video VSIP Audio System time HTTP Serial Port The device has two serial ports, RS-232 and RS-422/485, for communicating with serial equipment (for example, PTZ cameras).
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide The RS-422/485 parameters are: RS-422/485 Operating Mode—The way the RS-422/485 equipment will interface with the device. Bit Rate—The data rate of the target equipment. Possible values range from 1200 bps to 230,400 bps (for a transmitter) or to 115,200 bps (for a receiver). Parity—Odd, even, or no parity check. Stop Bits—The number of stop bits in each transmission. Data Bits—The number of bits in transmitted data.
3: Using the Web Interface Two types of users are available: Administrator—Has all rights and is automatically available when user accounts are activated. Web client—Only has access to live video and quick status in the web interface. Five web clients are available. The user account parameters are: User Accounts—To enable or disable the use of user names and passwords to access the device with the web interface or the command line interface. If disabled, anybody can access the device.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Security The security settings are relative to the protection of the device: Telnet Session—To enable or disable the access to the CLI of the device with Telnet. If disabled, you have to access the CLI through a serial connection. XML Report Generation—To enable or disable the generation of an XML report presenting the current state of the device. IP Firmware Update—To enable or disable the performance of firmware updates on the device through the IP network.
3: Using the Web Interface Global Security Profile—To enable or disable the complete SSL security on the device. Once this profile is activated on a device: You cannot access it anymore with Telnet. You cannot perform firmware updates through the IP network on it. You access its web interface in a secure mode (that is, the secure HTTP access mode is enabled). SSL Passkey—The password to secure the connection with the device.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Network The Network menu allows you to configure several parameters to ensure compatibility between the device and its IP network. The parameters are: DHCP Configuration—To enable or disable the use of DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) to automatically get a valid network configuration for the device from a server. You can set this option only if the device is connected to a network that uses a DHCP server.
3: Using the Web Interface Host Name—An alias for the IP address of the device. It is made up of 2 to 24 alphanumerical characters; the first one must be a character. This parameter is optional. Note: It is up to the DHCP server to register the host name in the DNS server. For more information about these settings, contact your network administrator. Video You can configure parameters relative to the encoding of video in the device.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Hue—The relative amounts of red, green, and blue in a color. Deinterlacing Mode—The indication of whether the video will be deinterlaced, that is, converted to a progressive scan image. Encoders For each encoder, the video parameters are: Target Bit Rate—The maximum number of bits per second generated by the device. Valid bit rates range from 10 to 4000 kbps.
3: Using the Web Interface Maximum Quantizer—A parameter related to video quality. The value range is from 2 to 31. Input Filter Mode—The level of filtering applied to the video signal before it is encoded, helping to remove high frequency noise from lower quality cameras or noisy video feeds. Resolution—The number of pixels (columns * lines) for each picture of the video sequence. Rate Control Mode—The mode controlling the bit rate variation.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide VSIP You can set the following parameters related to the VSIP proprietary communication protocol: VSIP Port—The communication port used by the device. The default value of all Nextiva devices is 5510. Note: VSIP ports 9541, 65500, and those under 1024 are reserved and should not be used, not even for serial port, video, or audio communication. The maximum value is 65535. VSIP Multicast IP Address—The IP address used by the device to listen for VSIP queries.
3: Using the Web Interface Audio If your device has audio capabilities, you can set general parameters, as well as specific values for the audio input and output. The general parameters are: Audio Mode—The audio transmission mode. Output Compression—The transfer mode for the audio data of the remote device. Input Compression—The transfer mode for the audio data of the local device.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide The parameters for audio input are: Input Type—The type of your audio source. Gain—The control for the volume.
3: Using the Web Interface NTP Server Usage—To enable or disable the use of the Network Time Protocol (NTP) to get the current time. NTP uses GMT to synchronize device clock time. NTP Server IP Address—The IP address of the NTP server from which the device will get the current time. NTP Server IP Port—The IP port of the NTP server. Default is 123.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide HTTP Audio Streaming—To enable or disable the transmission of audio data. If you enable audio streaming on your computer, you may experience a click every 10 seconds. To stop it, remove the sound with a Control Panel utility: Open Sounds and Multimedia; in the Sounds tab, locate the Windows Explorer category, then select Start Navigation; change its sound to (None). HTTP PTZ Controls—To enable or disable the transmission of PTZ data.
3: Using the Web Interface Local Audio IP Port—The port number on your computer that will receive audio. Enable YUV Support—The indicator of whether YUV video conversion will be used. Most graphics video cards support YUV.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide With an embedded window, the video will be displayed directly on the web page. For example: PTZ Controls The PTZ controls allow you to manage the movements of the active camera and to specify zoom values: Pan/tilt control PTZ protocol Zoom in/out Pan/tilt speed Preset The control buttons allow you to pan (left or right) or tilt (up or down) the camera. The + and - buttons allow you to zoom in or out respectively.
3: Using the Web Interface You can also use the preset advanced function on automated PTZ cameras. To send a copy of the video stream to the Windows clipboard, click capture.
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A: Factory Default Configuration The S1700e series is programmed at the factory with the following configuration: Type Serial port Configuration Bit rate: 4800 bauds Parity: none RS-422/485 operating mode: RS-422 4-wire Access management User accounts: Disabled Telnet sessions: Enabled IP firmware update: Enabled Global security profile: Disabled SSL passkey: Network DHCP configuration: Disabled IP address: 169.254.*.* (MAC address of the device) Subnet mask: 255.255.0.
DTE and DCE Connections Before connecting a Nextiva edge device to other serial equipment, you need to determine if they are DTE (data terminal equipment) or DCE (data communication equipment).
B: DTE and DCE Connections In the following descriptions: Voltage is measured when no data is transferred on the Rx and Tx pins. -X volts represents a negative voltage value.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Data Communication Equipment DCE modules have the following electrical-level setup: Pin number 3 2 Signal Tx Rx Measured voltage 0 volt -X volts Tx Rx Ground -X volts measured for the Rx pin -0 volt measured for the Tx pin Connecting DTE and DCE When connecting two modules of the same type, you have to cross the data wires to create proper communication. On the other hand, when connecting a DTE with a DCE, a straight cable is required.
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DHCP Support and APIPA DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) allows devices and computers connected to a network to automatically get a valid IP configuration from a dedicated server. The APIPA (Automatic Private IP Addressing) scheme, available on the Windows operating systems, enables a device to assign itself a temporary IP address.
C: DHCP Support and APIPA At startup, an edge device searches for a valid IP network configuration. The device requires this configuration prior to starting its functions. The network configuration for Nextiva devices consists of: An IP address A subnet mask A gateway The device first looks in its local memory. If no configuration is found, it tries to contact a DHCP server.
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D: Audio Pinouts Here is the pinout of the 3.
CLI Access You may need to access the command line interface (CLI) of an edge device to perform troubleshooting tasks, typically with the assistance of a Verint Video Solutions customer service specialist. The CLI is hierarchically organized, with menus, sub-menus, and individual options representing configuration parameters.
E: CLI Access You can access the CLI through SConfigurator the following ways: With a network connection and the Telnet utility With a serial connection Network Connection Note: Ensure that your computer and the S1700e device are in the same IP subnet. To enter the CLI with Telnet: 1. Open SConfigurator. 2. In the Units tab, discover the devices. 3. Select the desired device, then click Telnet. The CLI main menu appears in the Verint Console window.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide The Disconnect button switches to Connect. 4. To reactivate the CLI after a timeout, click Connect. 5. To work through the CLI menu structure, follow these guidelines: To execute a command or open a menu, type in the corresponding letter or number, then press Enter. To return to the previous menu, enter p. 6. To end the CLI work session: a. Save the settings by entering s at the main menu, then pressing Enter. b.
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F: RJ-45 Ethernet Cables Depending on whether the device is integrated on a network or not, the Ethernet cable varies: If on a network, use a straight-through cable. To link it directly to a computer, use a crossover cable.
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G: Technical Specifications Here are the S1700e technical specifications: Video Compression Frame rate Input Resolution Standard Connectors Bandwidth Serial Port Electrical levels Connectors Operating mode Alarm and audio Alarm input Alarm output Bidirectional audio Audio connectors Network Power 64 Interface Connector Protocols Security PoE non-PoE MPEG-4-based and MPEG-4 ISO 14496-2 compliant Up to 30 frames or 60 fields per second in NTSC (25 frames or 50 fields in PAL), programmable (full
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Physical Enclosure Size Weight Environment Humidity Management Configuration Certification/ Regulation USA Canada Europe Verint Video Solutions Metal case with flange mount (black color) 4.5L x 5.6W x 1.25H inches (115L x 142W x 32H millimeters) 0.84 lb. (0.
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Glossary This glossary is common to the Nextiva line of products.
Glossary Access Point A device acting as a communication switch for connecting wireless edge devices to a wired LAN. Access points are mainly used with wireless transmitters to transfer wireless content onto the wired IP network. APIPA (Automatic Private IP Addressing) A feature of Windows-based operating systems that enables a device to automatically assign itself an IP address when there is no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server available to perform that function. Also known as AutoIP.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide DTE (data terminal equipment) In an RS-232 communication channel, the device to which the RS-232 interface connects. Computers, switches, multiplexers, cameras, and keyboards are DTE. DVR (digital video recorder) A device (usually a computer) that acts like a VCR in that it has the ability to record and play back video images. The DVR takes the feed from a camera and records it into a digital format on a storage device which is most commonly the hard drive.
Glossary nDVR The SmartSight video management and storage software. This graphical product is used in conjunction with wired and wireless edge devices. Nextiva The Verint next generation, enterprise-class video management and analytics platform. Nextiva combines enterprise and security data with mission-critical video, leveraging existing investments in IT infrastructure, security, and business systems to enhance security and improve operational performance.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Repeater A range extender for wireless links. The Nextiva repeater is made up of two S3100 bridges. RF (radio frequency) Any frequency within the electromagnetic spectrum associated with radio wave propagation. When a modulated signal is supplied to an antenna, an electromagnetic field is created that is able to propagate through space. Many wireless technologies are based on RF field propagation.
Glossary S1708e Series The series of wired video transmitters designed for a variety of video monitoring and surveillance applications in which a high concentration of cameras terminates within the same area. The transmitters in the series offer 4, 8, 12, or 24 video inputs. S1900e The highly compact, single-input video transmitter designed for video monitoring and surveillance over IP networks, offering DVD-quality video and web access.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide WAN (wide area network) A computer network that spans a relatively large geographical area. Typically, a WAN consists of two or more local area networks (LANs). WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) A security protocol for wireless local area networks (WLANs) defined in the 802.11b standard. It is designed to afford wireless networks the same level of protection as a comparable wired network.
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Index Numerics 3.5 mm plug 19, 56 A abnormal power-up conditions 24 access management 31 account, user 31 address, IP. See IP address. administrator account 31 alarm configuration 19 APIPA addressing scheme 10, 53 audio connectors 19, 56 input/output 19–21 settings 40 specifications 21 B bidirectional audio 19 bit rate serial port 31 video 37 C cable. See Ethernet cable or power cable, camera.
Index EIA-422. See RS-422/485.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide power connection camera 15 device 8, 10 power requirements 2 power supply with PoE kit, warning 8 power-over-Ethernet (PoE) injector 8 power-up conditions 24 preventing access 33 protocols supported, serial 16 PTL (push-to-listen) 19 PTT (push-to-talk) 19 PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) controls 45 supported protocols 27 Q Quality of Service (QoS) 23 R rate control 38 red/blue display 23 requirements computer 8 power 2 Reset button 23 reset to factory default 22, 47 resolution, video
Index web client account 31 web interface accessing with a password 31 after a firmware update 28 camera control 45 for configuration 30–42 HTTP settings 42 live video 43–46 opening 28 preventing access 33 secure access 34 web site, Verint Video Solutions viii Z zoom control, PTZ 45 78 Verint Video Solutions
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Compliance FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Nextiva S1700e Series User Guide Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Verint Systems Inc.
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