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VIP XD
Network Video Server
en Installation and Operating Manual
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VIP XD
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VIP XD Table of Contents | en 3 Table of Contents 1Preface 5 1.1 About this Manual 5 1.2 Conventions in this Manual 5 1.3 Intended Use 5 1.4 EU Directives 6 1.5 Rating Plate 6 2 Safety Information 7 2.1 Electric Shock Hazard 7 2.2 Installation and Operation 7 2.3 Maintenance and Repair 7 3 Product Description 9 3.1 Scope of Delivery 9 3.2 System Requirements 10 3.3 Overview of Functions 11 3.4 Connections on the Front Panel 13 3.5 Connections on the Rear Panel 14 4 Installation 15 4.1 Preparatio
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4 en | Table of Contents VIP XD 5.20 Encryption 48 5.21 Maintenance 49 5.22 Licenses 51 5.23 System Overview 51 5.24 Function Test 52 6Operation 53 6.1 Connecting 53 6.2 The CONNECTIONS Page 56 6.3 Connections Between the Sender and Receiver 57 6.4 Hardware Connections Between Video Servers 59 6.5 Operation with Management Software 60 7 Maintenance and Upgrades 61 7.1 Testing the Network Connection 61 7.2 Unit Reset 61 7.3 Repairs 62 7.4 Transfer and Disposal 62 8 Appendix 63 8.1 Troubleshooting
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VIP XD Preface | en 5 1Preface 1.1 About this Manual This manual is intended for persons responsible for the installation and operation of the VIP XD. International, national and any regional electrical engineering regulations must be followed at all times. Relevant knowledge of network technology is required. The manual describes the installation and operation of the unit. 1.2 Conventions in this Manual In this manual, the following symbols and notations are used to draw attention to special
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6 en | Preface VIP XD 1.4 EU Directives The VIP XD network video server complies with the requirements of EU Directives 89/336 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 73/23, amended by 93/68 (Low Voltage Directive). 1.5 Rating Plate For exact identification, the model name and serial number are inscribed on the bottom of the housing. Please make a note of this information before installation, if necessary, so as to have it to hand in case of questions or when ordering spare parts. DOC | V4.0 | 20
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XIP XD Safety Information | en 7 2 Safety Information 2.1 Electric Shock Hazard – Never attempt to connect the unit to any power network other than the type for which it is intended. – Use only the power supply unit provided. – Never open the housing. – Never open the housing of the power supply unit. – If a fault occurs, disconnect the power supply unit from the power supply and from all other units. – Install the power supply and the unit only in a dry, weather-protected location. – If safe
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8 en | Safety Information XIP XD DOC | V4.0 | 2009.06 Installation and Operating Manual Bosch Security Systems
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VIP XD Product Description | en 9 3 Product Description 3.1 Scope of Delivery – VIP XD network video server (basic version or audio version) – Power supply unit with four primary adapters – Configuration cable – Quick Installation Guide – Product CD with the following content: – Quick Installation Guide –Manual – System Requirements document – Further documentation on Bosch Security Systems products – Configuration Manager –MPEG ActiveX control – Player and Archive Player – DirectX control – Mic
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10 en | Product Description VIP XD 3.2 System Requirements General Requirements – Computer with Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system – Network access (Intranet or Internet) – Screen resolution 1,024 × 768 pixels – 16- or 32-bit color depth – Installed Sun JVM NOTICE! Also note the information in the System Requirements document on the product CD supplied. If necessary, you can install the required programs and controls from the product CD supplied (see Section 3.1 Scope of Delivery, p
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VIP XD Product Description | en 11 3.3 Overview of Functions Network Video Receiver with Quad View The VIP XD is an ultra-compact network video receiver for simultaneous reception of up to four video streams. It is primarily designed for decoding video data after transfer over an IP network and for transmitting control data. When connected to a monitor and used in conjunction with compatible MPEG-4 video servers, the VIP XD is ideally suited for making existing analog CCTV systems IP-compati
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12 en | Product Description VIP XD Summary The VIP XD provides the following main functions: – Video and data reception over IP data networks – Quad view function with simultaneous decoding of four video streams – BNC composite video output (PAL/NTSC) for connecting an analog monitor and Sub-D video interface (VGA/SVGA) for connecting a computer monitor – Video decoding using MPEG-4, MPEG-2 and H.264 – Integrated Ethernet port (10/100 Base-T) – Transparent, bidirectional data channel via RS-232
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VIP XD Product Description | en 13 3.4 Connections on the Front Panel 1LineIn audio line input (audio version only) 3.5 mm / 1/8 in. stereo socket for connecting an audio line input signal 2 Terminal connector (audio version only) for microphone and loudspeaker connections 3LineOut audio line output (audio versions only) 3.5 mm / 1/8 in. stereo socket for connecting an audio line output signal 4VGA video output Sub-D socket for connecting a computer monitor 5VideoOut video output BNC socket for
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14 en | Product Description VIP XD 3.5 Connections on the Rear Panel 6 Factory reset button to restore factory default settings 7 Terminal block for alarm inputs, relay output, serial interface and power supply 8 Operating status LED lights up green when ready for operation 9L LED lights up green when the unit is connected to the network 10 T LED flashes orange when data is being transmitted over the network 11 ETH RJ45 socket for connecting to an Ethernet LAN (local network), 10/100 MBit Base-T
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VIP XD Installation | en 15 4 Installation 4.1 Preparations Thanks to its ultra-compact dimensions, the VIP XD is particularly well suited to installation in cabinets or consoles where space is at a premium. CAUTION! The unit is intended for use indoors or in housings. Select a suitable location for installation that guarantees to meet the environmental conditions. The ambient temperature must be between 0 and +50 °C (+32 and +122 °F). The ! relative humidity must not exceed 95%. The VIP XD
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16 en | Installation VIP XD 4.2 Connections Monitors As required, you can connect an analog video monitor (PAL/NTSC) or a VGA-compatible computer monitor. Connect an analog video monitor to the BNC Video Out socket using a video cable (75 Ohm, BNC plug) or connect a VGA-compatible computer monitor to the VGA sub-D socket using a video cable (VGA, 15-pin sub-D plug). Audio Connections (Audio Version Only) The audio version of the VIP XD has two audio ports for audio line signals as well as
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VIP XD Installation | en 17 Network You can connect the VIP XD to a 10/100 Base-T network using a standard UTP category 5 cable with RJ45 plugs. Connect the VIP XD to the network via the ETH socket. Data Interface The bi-directional data interface is used to control units connected to the VIP XD, for example a control panel for dome cameras with motorized lens. The connection supports the RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 transmission standards. The VIP XD offers the serial interface via the orange
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18 en | Installation VIP XD Relay Output The VIP XD has a relay output for switching external units such as lamps or sirens. This relay output can be activated manually during a connection session with the VIP XD. The output can also be configured to automatically activate sirens or other alarm units in response to an alarm signal. The relay output is also located on the orange terminal block (see Section 8.6 Terminal Block, page 66). CAUTION! The maximum rating of the relay contact is 30 V
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VIP XD Installation | en 19 4.3 Power On/Power Off Power Supply The VIP XD comes with a plug-in power supply unit (PSU) with four primary adapters and a terminal block. The VIP XD does not have a power switch. The VIP XD is ready for operation as soon as it is connected to the power supply. CAUTION! The VIP XD may only be operated using the supplied PSU with the correct primary adapter for your power outlet. Where necessary, use suitable equipment to ensure that the power supply is free from
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20 en | Installation VIP XD Configuring the VIP XD You can start the Configuration Manager immediately after installation. 1. Double-click the icon on the desktop or start the program via the Start menu. After the program has started, the network is immediately searched for compatible video servers. 2. You can start the configuration if a VIP XD is shown in the list in the left section of the window. To do this, right-click the entry for the unit. 3. Click Unit network settings... in the popup
