Vista SmartCF VLS2-02RTCF3G Quick Installation Manual

Brand: Vista

Model: SmartCF VLS2-02RTCF3G

Category: Security cameras

Type: Quick Installation Manual

Vista SmartCF

Digital Video Transmission System

VLS2-02RTCF3G

Quick Installation Guide

Vista Quick Installation Guide

SmartCF

Vista SmartCF

January 2014

Art.Nr.: 8.3347

Vista

Norbain SD Ltd

210 Wharfdale

Winnersh Triangle

Wokingham

Berkshire RG41 5TP

England

Phone: +44 (0) 118 912 5000

Fax: +44 (0) 118 912 5001

www.norbain.co.uk

Limited Warranty

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Table of Contents

1 SmartCFRT Quick Installation Guide 3

1.1 Front View and Description 4

1.2 Rear View and Description 5

1.3 Included in Delivery 7

1.4 Optional Accessories 7

1.5 Standard Switching for Control Inputs 8

1.6 Wiring Variants for Voltage-monitored Control Inputs 8

1.7 Initial Setup Operation 9

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Quick Installation Guide

Version Publication Date

This quick installation guide describes the SmartCF

device version 4.08 and was created in January 2014.

See the installation CD or our website (http://www.vista-cctv.com) for the current firmware version.

Commissioning

Information on commissioning the device follows on page 9.

Manual

Detailed information, going beyond the scope of this quick installation guide, can be found in the full device

manual or the full software manual, both of which can be found on the installation CD in PDF format.

Connection options for cameras

The SmartCF

can be equipped with a maximum of either one analogue and one IP camera or with two IP

cameras.

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1.1 Front View and Description

Item Labeling/description Function

1 Main power switch Switch On/Off

During the device shutdown process, any ongoing write operations on the

storage medium are first concluded before the video system is finally shut

down.

2 LED Power - green Power on indicator

3 V1

LED - yellow

l A permanently-illuminated LED indicates video signal failure of the

respective video input.

l When all video LEDs flash simultaneously, this indicates preparation of an

HDD standby (for example prior to switching off the video system).

l A LED chaser light from left to right and from right to left indicates hard

disk initialisation.

4 V2

LED - yellow

5 LED Record - blue An illuminated Record LED indicates storage medium write-access, e.g.

caused by image recording or system-related access, such as transmission of

date and time data.

6 LED Online - blue A permanently-illuminated LED indicates an online connection.

7 CF Card Slot for Compact Flash storage media (commercially available Compact Flash

Card Type I; 2 up to 32 GB - not included) including eject button.

8 SIM Slot for SIM cards (format ID-000, 25 × 15 mm and accordingly Mini SIM).

9 USB port USB port type B: USB direct connection to the SmartControl receiver station.

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1.2 Rear View and Description

Item Labeling/description Function

1 V in Video input 1: BNC socket for connecting colour or B/W video. Switching

between CCIR/PAL and EIA/NTSC mode is automatic.

2 V out Video output 1: Active loop through output - BNC socket - for direct connection

of additional video systems/monitors.

3 24 pin terminal block Terminal block with screw type terminals: Terminals for power supply, PTZ

control interfaces, control inputs, relay outputs, loudspeakers (optional).

4 Ethernet Socket RJ-45: Ethernet interface (10/100 MBit/s).

5 eSATAp eSATAp port: combined eSATA port with integrated USB power supply

(Power Over eSATA)

6 RF, antenna terminal Antenna terminal (SMA) for 3G/UMTS mobile network (only in combination

with 3G/ GPS Module)

7 GPS, antenna

terminal

Antenna terminal (SMA) for GPS signals (only in combination with 3G/GPS

Module).

8 USB USB port, type A: reserved for other applications.

Connection of an additional IP camera or of the two maximum possible IP cameras is effected via the

Ethernet interface. It may be necessary for a switch to be interconnected.

1.2.1 Pin assignment terminal block

24 pin terminal block

Pin Labeling/description Type Function

1 RS-485– Serial (D–) Use this terminal to connect up to 2 remote control

cameras (1× analogue and 1× IP or 2× IP; each RS-485) or

other compatible devices (e.g. matrix) with RS-485/RS-

422 interfaces.

2 RS-485+ Serial (D+)

3 PTZ Ground Common ground for RS-232 interface

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Pin Labeling/description Type Function

4 RS-232 Tx Serial TxD Use this terminal to connect 1 remote control camera or

one other compatible device (e.g. matrix) with RS-232

interface.

5 RS-232 Rx Serial RxD

6 12 V + Output, 12 V

Power supply for a camera, maximum 350 mA load

7 Line out Audio Audio output, level 0 - 2 Vpk-pk (nominal ± 0,775 Vpk-pk)

when the Audio Card is used

8 Line in Audio Audio input, level 0 - 2 Vpk-pk (nominal ± 0,775 Vpk-pk)

when the Audio Card is used

9 Mic in Audio Microphone input, electret/capacitor type, supply voltage

1.5 - 4 Volt, Impedance min. 600 Ohm, sensitivity min. 5

mV/Pa at 1 kHz when the Audio Card is used

10 Ground Common ground for the audio signals (Line out, Line in, Mic

in) when the Audio Card is used

11 Speaker + Audio Optional loudspeaker connection 1 W/8 Ohm (if using the

Audio Card)

12 Speaker – Audio

13 12/24 V DC + Power, + Nominal voltage 12 - 24 V DC

The permissible supply voltage is 8 to 30 V DC. Ensure

that the supply voltage remains within the permitted range

in all operating modes

14 12/24 V DC Power,

Ground

15 R1 [Common] Relay Device configuration allows you to allocate the following

functions to any relay:

l Manual remote control withSmartControl,

SmartControl PRO or SmartControl CLIENT

distinguishing between switch and pushbutton

functions

l Switching to at least one SmartControl receiver unit

with active online connection

l Error relay

16 R1 [normally open] Relay

17 R1 [normally closed] Relay

18 Al a/d Control input Arm/Disarm input for enabling/disabling dialup to a

SmartControl receiver PC, controlled by "Control in" and

"Motion Detection". (See "Wiring Variants for Voltage-

monitored Control Inputs" on page 8).

19 Control in1 Control input Camera control inputs for external contact triggered

recording and/or selective dialup to a SmartControl

receiver unit for video inputs 1 and 2. (See "Wiring Variants

for Voltage-monitored Control Inputs" on page 8).

20 Control in2 Control input

21 Ground Common ground for all inputs of type "control input"

22 Aux in1 Control input Tamper input for dialup with automatic switching of video

input 1 (V in) to a SmartControl receiver unit. (See "Wiring

Variants for Voltage-monitored Control Inputs" on page 8).

23 RS-232 Tx Serial TxD RS-232 interface for device reset and for ALM50/R, GPS,

serial control, etc.

24 RS-232 Rx Serial RxD

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1.3 Included in Delivery

Component SmartCF

SmartCF

basic device x

External switching power supply with colour-coded wires

for connection to SmartCF

Crossover network cable x

USBconnection cable x

Installation CD including all necessary software

packages, software and device manuals in online format

SmartCF

Quick installation guide (brief instructions) x

Please ensure that all listed components are included in the package. Please contact your dealer in case of

missing, incorrect, or damaged components.

Please keep the original packing, if convenient. This packing will facilitate return of the product.

1.4 Optional Accessories

Component Description

VLS-AUDIOBRD Audio module for bidirectional transmission of digital

audio signals in voice quality

HDD CASE In preparation: External housing for hard disk

removable frame which, depending on the chosen

application, can be fitted with removable hard disks of

type HDD Tray (static) or HDD TrayM (mobile)

VLS2-DR1TB

VLS2-DR2TB

VLS2-DR4TB

In preparation: Removable hard disk for static

application

VLS2-DRMOB1TB In preparation: Removable hard disk for mobile

application

Compact Flash Card Standard Compact Flash card (type I; 2 to 32 GB) as

storage medium for archive recordings

Note: Please note that only one storage medium can be operated with the SmartCF

- either a Compact

Flash card in a slot or a hard disk in the HDD Tray via the eSATAp connection.

The simultaneous operation of both storage media is not permitted and could lead to loss of data.

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1.5 Standard Switching for Control Inputs

The SmartCF

has a number of control inputs (Al a/d, Control in1, Control in2, Aux in). However these inputs

are not galvanically isolated from the operating voltage of the device.

Depending on the configuration, these can be activated by "Normally closed" or "Normally opened" contacts.

Note: The control inputs must always be activated such that they are potential-free.

Input circuits of control inputs

1.6 Wiring Variants for Voltage-monitored Control Inputs

In addition to standard wiring of control inputs, the SmartCF

permits different types of voltage monitoring.

Normally terminated (10k)

The wiring variant Normally terminated (10k) allows different circuitry for "Normally opened" and "Normally

closed".

Normally opened

Control inputR=10 kΩ

R=10 kΩ Control input

Normally closed

For circuitry with a resistance, a distinction is made between two different states:

l Not triggered: The figures show the safe state in each case (not triggered) of the detector line or the

control input for the variants "Normally opened" and "Normally closed".

l Camera alarm: If the "Normally opened" or "Normally closed" contact is operated, depending on the type

of circuit, a camera alarm is activated. Manipulations of the detector line such as interruption or short

circuit cause triggering as soon as the SmartCF

no longer measures the predefined control resistance

of 10 kOhm (±40%).

Normally closed BS 8418

RL=RT=1,5 kΩ (±1%)

Control input

In the wiring variant Normally closed BS 8418 with two resistances a distinction is made between three

different states:

l Not triggered: The figure shows the safe state (not triggered) of the detector line or the control input.

l Camera alarm: If the "Normally closed" contact is operated, a camera alarm is activated.

l Sabotage alarm: If the detector line is interrupted or shorted, a sabotage alarm is activated.

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1.7 Initial Setup Operation

1.7.1 Installation of SmartControl

The scope of delivery (See "Included in Delivery" on page 7) for your SmartCF

includes the installation CD.

Install SmartControl to commission the device.

To operate the software, the user requires read/write rights on the receiver PC (administrator rights).

Online help

Using an installed Adobe Reader, there is a context-sensitive help available for SmartControl; you can call

this up via the F1 key or using the Help button.

Port A configuration

After starting the SmartControl software, it may be necessary to modify the settings for Port A. To do this,

select the Setup button and in the Receiver options dialogue window the option Port A. Confirm the changes

made using OK.

Relevant changes:

Option Description

Network: Enable TCP/IP Enables TCP/IP connection (including USB direct

connection and 3G/UMTS) to the device

1.7.2 USB connection from SmartControl to the device

Driver installation

For a USB connection, if required the corresponding driver must be installed on your receiver PC. The driver

can be found in the SmartControl program directory, sub-directory \Drivers. If necessary, please consult the

detailed information on driver installation from the SmartControl software manual.

Establishing the connection to the device

Start SmartControl. Click on the Dial button and in the Transmitter index dialogue window, select the entry

USB Direct Connection. Establish a connection to the device using Dial.

To change the settings for the device. (See "Parameter settings for the device" on page 11).

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1.7.3 TCP/IP Crossover Connection from SmartControl to the Device

Preparing the receiver PC

Your Vista SmartCF can be accessed when in its default status or following a device reset using the following

IP address: 192.168.31.95

Note: The precondition for communication via a TCP/IP crossover network cable between the SmartCF

and the receiver PC with SmartControl is that the devices are located in the same IP address group

(here: 192.168.31.x).

Check and if necessary change the TCP/IP settings for the network interface (Start\System Control\Network

Connections\LAN Connection\Properties\Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)), via which your device is connected via

the TCP/IP crosslink cable.

l Note down the current settings for the IP-address and Subnet mask.

l Change these settings:

l IP address (e.g.): 192.168.31.66

l Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

Establishing the connection to the device

Start SmartControl. Click on the Dial button. In the Transmitter index dialogue window, click on the Add

button and then select from the next selection menu Add new transmitter.

In the dialogue window, enter a transmitter name and the IP address for the device. IP Address:

192.168.31.95

Confirm the dialogue window with OK.

Select the new entry using the transmitter name. Establish a connection to the device using Dial.

To change the settings for the device. (See "Parameter settings for the device" on page 11).

Follow-up preparation of the receiver PC

Once the settings for the device have been made, you may need to change the receiver PC IP address and

Subnet mask to allow connection.

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1.7.4 Parameter settings for the device

After establishing the connection to the device, click on the Setup button to open the Recorder settings

dialogue window.

Selected options for program settings

l User rights: User

l Network settings: Connections\Network (TCP/IP)

l 3G/UMTS programming (only with 3G/GPS Module): Connections\Wireless WAN (See "Programming of

3G/UMTS connection of the device (only SmartCFRT with 3G/GPS Module)" on page 11)

l Dialling number for alarms: Connections\Phone & IP numbers

l HTconnect programming: Connections\HTconnect

l Arming and alarms: Alarms and sub-points

l Recording options, archive passwords etc.: Site Archive and sub-points

Transmitting settings

To save the settings, confirm the change made using OK, so that the data is transmitted to the device.

For detailed information on device programming, if necessary please consult Chapter 7 of the SmartControl

software manual.

1.7.5 Programming of 3G/UMTS connection of the device (only

SmartCF

with 3G/GPS Module)

After establishing the connection to the device, click on the Setup button to open the Recorder settings

dialogue window. To program the 3G/ UMTS, select the menu Connections\Wireless WAN.

3G/UMTS programming

The 3G/UMTS modem manufacturer and type will appear in the upper status window. In addition you will be

notified whether a connection to the provider exists.

The graphic below shows information on the signal quality and/or the power level.

Overview of settings

l PIN (Personal Identification Number): The PIN is required depending on the programming of the SIM

(Subscriber Identity Module) card.

l User name: This setting is provider-dependent.

l Password: This setting is provider-dependent.

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l APN (Access Point Name): The APN access data should normally be in the following order:

1,"IP","<PROVIDER APN>"

l Example data for German providers:

l Vodafone:1,"IP","web.vodafone.de"

l T-Mobile: 1,"IP","internet.t-d1.de" or 1,"IP","internet.t-mobile"

l E-Plus: 1,"IP","internet.eplus.de"

l o2: 1,"IP","surfo2"

l Dial in number: The standard dial in number for Internet connections via 3G/UMTS or GPRS is *99#.

Depending on the mobile telephone provider it may be necessary to enter *99*1# or *99***1# as dial in

number.

Note: The settings listed here may need to be configured with different information, depending on the

APN for your provider.

For example in the case of access data (User name and Password) there are providers by which

these entries can remain empty, whereas others require a definite or indefinite entry.

Always contact your mobile phone provider with regard to current access data.

l Initialisation command 1: The predefined command sequence ATE0V1&D2&C1S0=0+IFC=2,2

generally ensures correct initialisation of the internal 3G/UMTS modem.

l Initialisation command 2: A further command sequence enables further provider-dependent adjustment

of the internal 3G/UMTS modem where necessary.

l Reset Adapter every: This drop-down list menu allows you to specify how often you want to reset the

internal 3G/UMTS modem. Certain installations may require the internal 3G/UMTS modem to be reset at

periodic intervals in order to ensure the availability of the device. Please note that this interval is reset

after each connection and that the adapter cannot be reset during active connections.

l With recording pause: Select this option to pause the recording of image data during resetting of the

adapter.

l MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit): This setting is provider-dependent, standard value: 1500.

l MRU (Maximum Receive Unit): This setting is provider-dependent, standard value: 1500.

Transmitting settings

To conclude device settings, confirm the change made using OK, so that the data is transmitted to the device.

For detailed information on device programming, if necessary please consult Chapter 7 of the SmartControl

software manual.

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1.7.6 Testing the Alarm

After changing the settings, it is recommended that testing is carried out to confirm device operation.

Note: As an example, an alarm via the Aux in1 input is described (see ”Aux in1” in "Rear View and

Description" on page 5).

This contact, described as the tamper input, is particularly suitable for this, because an alarm is

given regardless of the arming/disarming of the device. This input can be programmed as a

"Normally opened" contact or a "Normally closed" contact (standard: normally opened).

Model alarm using Aux in1

l Take the relevant transmission routes into operation.

l Check the dial-up number(s) for alarms: Connections\Phone & IP numbers (if necessary to your receiver

PC or to the control station) (See "Parameter settings for the device" on page 11).

l Ensure that the device is not in the alarm status.

Close the connection from Aux in1 and to the relevant device ground for at least 500 ms.

l Check to see whether the alarm is correctly sent to your receiver PC or to the control station.

SmartControl should report "Online/Tamper alarm" in the status line bottom right in this case:

Note: If using a general alarm control input or camera-specific control input for alarm testing, please

ensure that the Smart device is armed beforehand.

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8.3347

Printed in Germany

Quick Installation Guide 4.08

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Norbain SD Ltd

210 Wharfdale

Winnersh Triangle

Wokingham

Berkshire RG41 5TP

England

Phone: +44 (0) 118 912 5000

Fax: +44 (0) 118 912 5001

Vista SmartCF VLS2-02RTCF3G Quick Installation Manual

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Model: SmartCF VLS2-02RTCF3G

Category: Security cameras

Type: Quick Installation Manual

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