Dedicated Micros BX2 Betriebsanleitung
Continuous Archive
User Supplement
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Whilst every attempt is made to ensure these manuals are accurate and current, Dedicated Micros reserve the
right to alter or modify the specification of the machine described herein without prejudice.
Index
Introduction ............................................................................................. 3
Features and Functions .......................................................................... 3
How this Manual is Constructed ............................................................. 4
Installing NetVu Observer Software ........................................................ 5
Configuring NetVu Observer Software ................................................... 6
Structuring the site tree ........................................................................... 9
NetVu ObserVer Controls ..................................................................... 14
Alarm Receiving Functionality .............................................................. 29
Event Distribution Point Software ......................................................... 30
Additional Functionality ......................................................................... 36
Appendix A ............................................................................................ 41
Appendix B ........................................................................................... 42
Index ..................................................................................................... 43
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Introduction
How to Use the BX2 Continuous Archive
The following will describe how the BX2 Continuous Archive unit operates, installation and removing the drives
and the LED functions that will describe the process of the ‘mirror’ functionality supported on the BX2.
The standard installation and configuration of the BX2 Continuous Archive unit is as described in the BX2
Manual MI-I-BX2D/E1-0.
There are four removable drives in the BX2 Continuous Archive unit which can be accessed from the front
panel. The drives are separated into two Primary and two Mirror drives.
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Unpacking
The BX2 Continuous Archive unit will be supplied with the necessary Primary and Mirror drives seperately to the
unit.
These drives are labelled as C Primary and Mirror and E Primary and Mirror. Leave these labels in place to
ensure the drives are always placed back into the correct locations.
Looking from the front of the BX2 Continuous Archive unit the C Primary and Mirror drives are to left of the unit,
the other drives are the E Primary and Mirror drive. (See diagram below).
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Warning: The drives must be fitted in the correct bays, if they are placed in the wrong bay then the
system will overwrite the discs and the unit will not boot up.
BX2 Continuous Archive Operation
Under normal operation the BX2 Continuous Archive will function as described below:
The BX2 Continuous Archive will write to both the Primary and Mirror drives, the read operation (review) is from
the Primary drive. Mirror drives can be exchanged safely. The Primary drives should not be swapped.
If for any reason the BX2 Continuous Archive is unable to write to the Primary drive, the unit will assume that the
drive is faulty and will switch the write process to the Mirror drive, which can then be changed.
If a new Mirror drive is introduced (e.g. original drive is removed for archiving) then the mirroring process will be
activated, this ‘mirrors’ the video images stored on the Primary drive to the new Mirror drive.
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Note: All video files held on the Primary drive will be mirrored onto the new Mirror drive; this
includes the files already on the drive that has been removed. This offers redundancy for
these files.
To Access the Removable Caddies
The front panel of the BX2 has a latched door that will allow you to gain access to the removable caddies.
Release the door by gently pressing in until you here the release ‘click’, lower the door. You will see the
removable drives; each one is locked in place and can be released using the keys provided.
The drives are separated into two sections with a Primary drive and Mirror drive in each section.
Archive Procedure
When the Primary discs are full or the recorded video needs to be archived, the normal procedure would be to
remove both the Mirror discs. The record rate and the image size of the recorded files would dictate how often
this would be required. The table below relates time period, file size and pictures per second.
600GB
168 Hrs 14KB 69pps
7 Days 18KB 53pps
25KB 38pps
336 Hrs 14KB 34pps
14 Days 18KB 26pps
25KB 19pps
744 Hrs 14KB 15pps
31 Days 18KB 12pps
25KB 8pps
62 Days 14KB 7pps
(8 weeks) 18KB 6pps
25KB 4pps
Example:
To be able to record for 8 weeks, the default settings of 18KB file size, with 6pps would be necessary.
These figures would change when MultiMode recording is used. Different conditions would result in a variety of
file sizes and recording rates. Therefore these figures should be used as a rough guide.
To archive the Mirror drive;
1. Set the Mirror device key to Off
2. Remove the Mirror drive and store in a suitable Archive location
3. Replace with a blank Mirror disc
4. Turn the Mirror device key. The BX2 unit will start mirroring the existing data on the Primary disc to
the mirror device as soon as the device is locked in place.
Note: Within 24 hours the unit will be fully synchronised.
The BX2 Continuous Archive unit will continue to record during this process and no images will be lost, you will
be able to identify the mirroring process from the LEDs on the chassis for the removable caddies (refer to LED
section below).
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Calculating When to Change the Mirror Discs
There is an alternative to changing the Mirror discs at set intervals. Using the GOTO menu could allow the
Administrator to view information on the BX2 and calculate if the disc is almost full.
1. For the initial change of disc use the recommended information on when to change the disc.
2. Make a note of the time and date the discs were replaced.
3. Allow the Mirror process to commence. After a period of time (this is dependant on the number of
alarms on the system but for example could be one week), review the information on the GOTO
menu, to access the menu press and hold GOTO key.
4. With the time and date when the Mirror disc were replaced review the information in the ‘Earliest
recording’ section. This identifies the date of the first recorded file on the discs, as this date moves
closer to the time and date the discs were replaced it can be used as a gauge for when the discs
would require changing again.
Note: When using this process it is not possible to protect the images.
Removing the Primary Disk
The normal archiving procedure involves exchanging Mirror drive.
In the event of a Primary drive failure, this replacement procedure must be strictly adhered to:
Note: The discs used in both the Primary and Mirror drives MUST be the same size.
1. Ensure the BX2 is in full mirrored state (This can be verified by a green LED on the removable
caddy chassis - refer to How to Interpret the LED Status).
2. Unlock the Primary disc and remove the drive. The BX2 Continuous Archive will switch over and
treat the Mirror disk as the ‘Primary’ drive.
3. Replace the Primary drive with a new, blank drive.
4. Insert the Primary drive and turn the key to lock.
5. Press the Buzzer button once
6. The mirroring process will automatically occur. All data from the Mirror drive will be copied to the
Primary drive. Once this is complete, normal mirroring is resumed.
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How to Interpret the LED Status
The installation, operation and configuration of the BX2 Continuous Archive is the same as detailed in the main
manual, however the following details the information on the LED status information for the removable caddies.
There are three LEDs on each disc drive chassis, each of these LEDs has a state which can identify the status
of the device and can be used for troubleshooting.
Note: If any LED status occurs other than what is detailed below contact Dedicated Micros
Technical Support.
Primary LED
The left most LED is labelled PRIMARY and represents the disc in the ‘Primary’ (bottom) position.
Red LED - The Primary Disc is missing or The Primary Disc has failed
Flashing Green LED - The device is attempting to identify the disc
Green LED - Disc is working fine
Yellow / Orange LED - The disc is Okay and is being accessed
Mirror LED
The middle LED is labelled MIRROR and represents the disc in the ‘mirror’ (top) position.
Red LED - The Mirror Disc is missing or The Primary Disc has failed
Flashing Green LED - The device is attempting to identify the disc
Green LED - Disc is working fine
Yellow / Orange LED - The disc is Okay and is being accessed
Status LED
The third LED is labelled STATUS and is the main status LED for the unit.
Red LED - The unit is in an unserviceable state
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Green LED - The unit is working fine. i.e. data is being written to both the ‘Primary’ and
‘mirror’ discs simultaneously.
Note: It is recommended that the disc from the ‘mirror’ slot is not removed unless the unit shows a
solid green status LED.
Flashing Red LED - Mirroring in progress
i.e. data is being copied from the Primary disc to the Mirror disc, when in this state both
the Primary and Mirror LEDs will flash yellow and green rapidly.
Playback Process
The Mirror drive of the BX2 Continuous Archive unit can be removed from the unit and placed in a playback
device (available from Dedicated Micros) for off line review of the recorded images.
Minimum Operating System Requirements
Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP
Installing the Playback Software
The unit uses NetVu ObserVer to replay video. It is on the CD supplied with the product, and available as a free
download from Dedicated micros Website. It should be installed on the PC that will be used to review the video.
1. Insert the CD into the disc drive of the PC
2. Run the Setup.exe file to install the playback software
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to install the software
4. Enable the option to launch the software when Finish is selected
Installing the Playback Device
Before installing the Playback device;
• Both Mirror drives from the BX2 Continuous Archive unit have been removed and are available for
review – video will be distributed across both drives, to ensure you review all the recordings you
require both drives
• Full USB2 PC – the playback device requires full USB2 connectivity, using a USB1 connection
could result in failures.
• The PC is powered up and fully operational.
To view the contents of the mirror drive;
1. Place both Mirror drives in the Primary and Mirror slots on the playback device.
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3. Connect main supply to the playback station. Ensure the key is in the ‘Normal’ position.
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4. Switch the unit on. The power up LED sequence is:
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Fixed Green/Orange LED
Fixed Green
M Flashing Red LED
Fixed Green/Orange LED
Fixed Green LED
S Flashing Red LED
LED extinguished
Left Fixed Yellow LED
Middle Flashing Yellow LED
Fixed Yellow LED
5. Your PC will identify the new hardware and will see the playback station as a new drives on your PC.
Note: It is important that there are a minimum of two drive letters (between A – Z) available so the
PC can automatically allocate the two Mirror drives a drive letter.
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6. Using Windows explorer check that your PC has identified the two new drives
7. Launch the Playback software previously installed.
Note: The playback station should be powered off before restarting your PC.
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Replay Server
NetVu Observer is used as a replay server to allow recorded images to be interrogated.
Select File -> Open Video, you will be presented with a number of options to gain access to the downloaded
video.
Open Selected Files This option allows specific files to be selected for review.
Open Selected Folder Selecting this option will open all files contained within a
specific folder.
Open Disk Image This option is for when a USB playback station is connected
to the PC and contains a removable hard drive.
Open Video Logfile This option is selected for viewing files saved using the record
button and when selected will present a reduced keyboard for
control during playback.
Note: If a removable hard drive is to be reviewed this must be connected prior to selecting this
option.
Open Selected Files
The following screen will be displayed, this will allow you to select a PAR (filtered download). It is possible to
select multiple files at the same time.
Note: The PAR files replace the previous mode of MJP download seen in other DV-IP Viewers.
Highlight the required file(s), use the Shift or Control to select more than one file, and press OK, the images will
be imported into the application.
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