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Enterprise NVR System DVS-Kit ® alpha Technology Server Kit Quick Start Guide Version 5.85...
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Enterprise NVR System Digital Video Server Kit DVS-K1600 / HE16SWL2 DVS-K3200 / HE32SWL2 DVS-K4800 / HE48SWL2 DVS-K6400 / HE64SWL2 DVS-K9600 / HE96SWL2 Quick Start Guide for version 5.85 Publication date: April 2010...
Introduction Dear user, We are pleased to present you our alpha system. This documentation includes the basic information required for the setup and operation of: DVS-K1600 / HE16SWL2 DVS-K3200 / HE32SWL2 DVS-K4800 / HE48SWL2 DVS-K6400 / HE64SWL2 DVS-K9600 / HE96SWL2 All specifications and information in this manual were checked using the alpha software.
General information The hardware and software of the alpha system may only be used in accor- dance with the stipulations of the license agreement. Any other use is prohib- ited. Copying the software, in particular, regardless of the reason, is against the law, and prosecution will result.
Intended use The alpha system is intended solely for the recording of video signals (incl. audio signal) and their playback and transmission. Any other use or additional use, e.g. for the control and monitoring of systems or machines is considered unintended use. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for damage resulting from such use.
Safety precautions The system complies with the specific safety regulations applicable at the time of delivery and commissioning. The state-of-the-art system complies with the recognized safety-related rules. All customer regulations have been observed as long as they did not violate the existing safety regulations. Allow only personnel considered to be professionals according to the safety regulations to perform installation, maintenance and repair work on the system.
Installing the equipment Scope of delivery The DVS-Kit contains: DVD with alpha software alpha USB-crypto key with licenses Installation of hardware Connect the alpha USB-crypto key to a free USB port. Connect the computer to a network with alpha devices. Page 10 of 26...
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Installing the equipment VO1 card (option) The former VO1 card is replaced by a new version that uses 3.3 V instead of 5 V, which makes it usable on 64 bit PCI connectors. The two versions can be differentiated easily because the new card has no the green Digital IO connec- tors.
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Video sources Video sources The DVS-Kit uses the MPEG-2 and MPEG4 Video Encoders/Codecs as the data source. The encoders can be connected directly to the DVS-Kit as well as to additional alpha devices via a shared network. The VX Manager is used for simultaneous configuration of several Video En- coders and Codecs.
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Installing the equipment Commissioning Do not switch on the alpha system until all the connections are properly ca- bled. Switch on the alpha system in the following order: Cameras Video input modules VGA monitor Other optional devices Base unit Page 13 of 26...
Setup of the alpha DVS-Kit Important This Quick Start Guide only provides an overview of the purpose of a program and the most important controls if necessary. Example This chapter shows the configuration of a DVS-K1600 based on a simple ex- ample.
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Setup of the alpha DVS-Kit 1. How to change the language ® All alpha systems and all supplemental programs for alpha technology an English user interface (American English). All programs for the end user and some for the alpha Installer can also be used in other languages. Some text files required for this are available on the alpha system.
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Start of the applications 2. Start of the applications The Launcher is the interface of the alpha system. It is called up automatically when the system is started. The alpha logo is displayed during loading. The hidden appears when you move the mouse to the lower edge of the Taskbar...
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Setup of the alpha DVS-Kit 4. Additional licenses In this example configuration, you require a license in order to record data of 2 Tbyte. A license of 1 Tbyte is always included in the DVS-K1600. So you have to order a license of 1 Tbyte Ringbuffer extension.
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Additional licenses Transferring of licenses to the DVS-Kit In this example you have to transfer a license of 1 Tbyte Ringbuffer extension to the DVS-Kit. Start the License Manager and open the following window with → Transaction String to local SIM 2: String to SIM module...
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Setup of the alpha DVS-Kit Select Import strings from file Click to read it from a *.lic file. Import Select the license string for import. Click and confirm the safety prompt with Transfer 5. How to set up the encoder The VX Manager is used for simultaneous configuration of several Video En- coders, Decoders and Codecs.
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Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit How to configure the disk drive Size Comment Event ringbuffer Recommendation: 1-2 GBytes Only 1 partition. Memory requirement for an event: 64 bytes (+ 256 bytes, if comments are saved). SDC partition Data volume to be recorded, plus Up to 20 partitions 5 –...
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Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Setup of the alpha DVS-Kit Description 1 Tab Use. 2 Drive letter: Partition “C” is not displayed, as it is always used for the operating system and the alpha software. 3 You can name the partition in this field. 4 Drive type: Hard disk (Fixed), Removable, CD/DVD writer (CD-ROM) or Remote.
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit How to configure the recording 7. How to configure the recording The Device Manager allows you to set up the automatic functions of the alpha system in detail. 8. How to show images and alarms The Viewer is used in the DVS-Kit both as a display program and as an ana- lyze program.
Technical data This is a Class A device according to the FCC (pursuant to CISPR 22) and CE (pursuant to EN 55022). This device may cause radio interference in residen- tial areas; if this occurs, the owner may specify appropriate measures to rem- edy this and carry them out.
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Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit Technical data Model DVS- DVS- DVS- DVS- DVS- K1600 K3200 K4800 K6400 K9600 Max. recording rate per PAL: 25 ips channel via IP NTSC: 30 ips Max. recording rate (PAL) 1,200 1,600 2,400 Max. recording rate (NTSC) 1,440 1,920 2,880...
Quick Start Guide DVS-Kit System requirements System requirements Processor: Intel compatible processor supporting MMX recommendation: Pentium D 925 Chip set: Motherboard chip set from Intel CPU frequency: 3.06 GHz or higher RAM: 1 Gbyte or higher Operating system: Windows 2003 Server, SP 1 or higher Windows XP, SP 2 or higher Windows Vista Business (32 bit), SP 1 or higher Windows 7...
Maintenance Maintenance may only be performed by qualified service personnel. Please contact your supplier with matters regarding maintenance contracts and rou- tine maintenance work. To keep the system working properly for a long time, the following mainte- nance and inspection work should be performed at regular intervals. The inter- val between maintenance sessions is based on the surrounding conditions and the urgency of system availability.