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- Page 1 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 Release 4.2/6.2 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 527-0883 Text Part Number: OL-19733-01...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Single Site Deployment 1-12 Multiple Site Deployment with Centralized VSM Management 1-13 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform C H A P T E R Unpacking the Multi Services Platform Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... - Page 4 Configuring VSM Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager Adding Servers Adding Video Encoders 3-11 Adding Analog Cameras 3-17 Adding IP Cameras 3-26 Configuring Archives 3-37 Where to Go from Here 3-46 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
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Page 5: Preface
Overview This manual is intended for those who will install and configure a video surveillance solution that includes Cisco Video Surveillance Manager (VSM) release 4.2/6.2 software components that are installed on Cisco Multi Services Platform devices. Organization This manual is organized as follows: Chapter 1, “Overview”... -
Page 6: Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, And Security Guidelines
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Page 7: Overview
Overview This chapter explains how to use this manual and how to plan for an installation. It also provides overviews of the components that make up a Cisco Video Surveillance Manager (VSM)-based video surveillance system and describes common options for deploying such a system. After reviewing this information, you will be ready to install and configure your system. -
Page 8: Planning For Your Installation
You may find it convenient to collect these items and as much of the information as you can before you begin the installation. Items Required for Installation, page 1-3 • Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... -
Page 9: Chapter 1 Overview
19-inch wide rack. The rack should be between 30 and 33 inches deep. For information about appropriate racks and environments, see the “Preparing to Rack Mount” section on page 2-4 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... -
Page 10: Information Required For Configuring A Multi Services Platform
IP address for the Multi Services Platform. Value IP address Description Host name for the Multi Services Platform. Value Host name Description Subnet mask for the Multi Services Platform. Value Subnet mask Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... -
Page 11: Information Required For Configuring Vsm
VSM configuration tasks. You may find it convenient to determine and record this information before you begin the VSM configuration procedure. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... - Page 12 User name required to access the device (if • video that can be used by applicable). VSM. Password required to access the device (if • applicable). Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
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Page 13: Introducing The Cisco Video Surveillance System
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Page 14: Cisco Vsm
Cisco VSM Cisco VSM comprises a suite of software modules that function with other devices in an IP network to support video transmission, monitoring, recording, archiving, and display. In addition, VSM provides a comprehensive set of features and functions for configuring, administering, managing, and performing day-to-day operations of a video surveillance solution. -
Page 15: Cisco Multi Services Platform
Cisco Multi Services Platform The Cisco Multi Services Platform includes various server models that are intended for use in IP video surveillance environments. Designed for seamless operation with VSM, the Multi Services Platform runs the VSM software and provides storage for surveillance recordings. -
Page 16: Cameras
One PC can function as both a VSOM client and VSVM client simultaneously. Cisco has verified the successful operation of dedicated client PCs that are configured as follows: Operating system—Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2 •... -
Page 17: Deployment Scenarios
VSM can be deployed in wide variety of ways. Scenarios range from a basic system in which all VSM software components run on one Multi Services Platform to large systems deployed across many locations. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 1-11 OL-19733-01... -
Page 18: Single Site Deployment
Deployment Scenarios The following sections provide overviews of common VSM deployment scenarios. For more information about these and other deployment options, refer to VSM design guides or contact Cisco or your Cisco partner. Single Site Deployment, page 1-12 • Multiple Site Deployment with Centralized VSM Management, page 1-13 •... -
Page 19: Multiple Site Deployment With Centralized Vsm Management
VSM software from a central location. Figure 1-3 illustrates an example of a basic multiple site deployment with centralized VSM management. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 1-13 OL-19733-01... - Page 20 VSM locally but that also wants access to VSM at each site. Figure 1-3 illustrates an example of a basic multiple site deployment with distributed VSM management. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 1-14 OL-19733-01...
- Page 21 Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios Figure 1-4 Multiple Site Deployment—Distributed VSM Management Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 1-15 OL-19733-01...
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Page 23: Chapter 2 Setting Up And Configuring The Multi Services Platform
Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform The Cisco Multi Services Platform comprises a set of server models that run Cisco VSM software and provide recording and storage of streams from surveillance cameras. The servers are available in 1 RU, 2 RU, and 4 RU models, and provide varying amounts of video storage. -
Page 24: Unpacking The Multi Services Platform
A Multi Services Platform ships in one, two, or three boxes, depending on the model and number of hard drives that your ordered: 1 RU model—Ships in one box that contains the chassis with hard drives • preinstalled. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... -
Page 25: Step 1
Caution If the serial numbers are not identical, contact Cisco or your Cisco partner before you set up the system. Operating a Multi Services Platform with mismatched components causes the system to rebuild the disk array and prevents the system from operating. -
Page 26: Mounting The Multi Services Platform In A Rack
Make sure that the rack is in an environment that meets these requirements • for the Multi Services Platform: Operating temperature—50 to 95 °F (10 to 35 °C) – Operating humidity—8 to 90% non-condensing – Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... - Page 27 Make sure to install the Multi Services Platform in an environment that is • within its rated operating temperature and humidity range (see Cisco Physical Security Multi Services Platform User Guide). If the Multi Services Platform is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, be aware that the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room.
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Page 28: Rack Mounting
Attach the inner rack rails to the Multi Services Platform. There are two inner rack rails. One attaches to each side of the Multi Services Platform. To attach these rails, see Figure 2-1 and perform the actions that follow. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... - Page 29 The brackets allow the rails to extend between 30 inches and 33 inches so that they can fit racks of various sizes. To attach these rails, see Figure 2-2 and perform the actions that follow. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
- Page 30 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) screws. The screws are provide with your Multi Services Platform. Place the Multi Services Platform in a rack by referring to Figure 2-3 Step 3 performing the actions that follow. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
- Page 31 You may have to depress the locking tabs on the inner rack rail when inserting the device. (Optional) Insert and tighten the thumbscrews that hold the front of the server to the rack. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
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Page 32: Installing Hard Drives
You may find it easiest to install the drives from the top down and from the right to the left. This approach allows the drives to slide into the slots more easily. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-10 OL-19733-01... -
Page 33: Connecting To Power, The Network, And External Devices
After you connect a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the Multi Services Platform, and you connect it to power and to your network, you are ready to power on the server and perform the initial configuration that is required for Cisco VSM. Initial configuration involves setting options for the following: Network settings—Options that the Multi Services Platform requires to... -
Page 34: Powering On The System And Accessing The Yast Control Center
Multi Services Platform. To access the YaST Control Center, follow these steps: Procedure Power on the Multi Services Platform by pressing the power button on its front Step 1 panel (see Figure 2-4). Figure 2-4 Power Button Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-12 OL-19733-01... - Page 35 The server desktop appears. Click the programs menu icon , which appears in the lower left corner of Step 3 your screen. Choose System > YaST, as shown in Figure 2-5. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-13 OL-19733-01...
- Page 36 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-5 Accessing the YaST Control Center The YaST Control Center window appears, as shown in Figure 2-6. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-14 OL-19733-01...
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Page 37: Configuring Network Settings
2-12. In the left panel of the YaST Control Center window, click Network Devices, then Step 2 click Network Card in the right panel, as shown in Figure 2-7. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-15 OL-19733-01... - Page 38 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-7 Accessing Network Configuration Options The YaST2 window appears, as shown in Figure 2-8. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-16 OL-19733-01...
- Page 39 Make sure that the first controller that is listed in the Network Card Configuration Overview area is selected, as shown in Figure 2-9. The network cards that appear on your system may be different than Note the ones shown here. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-17 OL-19733-01...
- Page 40 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-9 Choosing a Network Card Click Edit at the bottom of the screen. The Network Address Setup area appears, as shown in Figure 2-10. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-18 OL-19733-01...
- Page 41 In the Subnet Mask field, enter the subnet mask for the server. If you need to assign a default gateway, click the Routing button and continue Step 6. Otherwise, skip to Step Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-19 OL-19733-01...
- Page 42 (Optional) In the Domain Name field, enter the domain name for the server. If you are not using fully qualified domain names, leave the default domain name (“site”) in this field. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-20 OL-19733-01...
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Page 43: Setting The System Time
2-12. In the left panel of the YaST Control Center window, click System, then click Step 2 Date and Time in the right panel, as shown in Figure 2-12. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-21 OL-19733-01... - Page 44 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2-12 Accessing System Time Options The Clock and Time Zone area appears, as shown in Figure 2-13. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-22 OL-19733-01...
- Page 45 In the Time Zone panel, click the time zone in which the MSP is located. Step 4 Make sure that UTC is selected from the Hardware Clock Set To drop down list, as shown in Figure 2-14. Figure 2-14 Selecting UTC Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-23 OL-19733-01...
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Page 46: Configuring Ntp
NTP allows the Multi Services Platform clock to synchronize with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and ensures that the system clock remains consistently accurate. Cisco strongly recommends that you configure NTP for your system. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2... - Page 47 NTP Configuration in the right panel, as shown in Figure 2-16. Figure 2-16 Accessing NTP Options The Advanced NTP Configuration area appears, as shown in Figure 2-17. Step 3 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-25 OL-19733-01...
- Page 48 Make sure that the During Boot radio button is selected, as shown in Figure 2-18. Figure 2-18 Choosing the During Boot Radio Button Uncheck the Configure NTP Daemon via DHCP check box, as shown in Step 5 Figure 2-19. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-26 OL-19733-01...
- Page 49 In the New Synchronization area, make sure that the Server radio button is selected, and click Next. The NTP Server panel appears, as shown in Figure 2-21. Step 9 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-27 OL-19733-01...
- Page 50 (Optional) Click Test to make sure that the Multi Services Platform can access the NTP server. Check the Use for Initial Synchronization check box. Click OK. In the Advanced NTP Configuration screen, click Finish. Step 11 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-28 OL-19733-01...
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Page 51: Where To Go From Here
Multi Services Platform is configured and running on your network. Now you are ready to configure the VSM software, as described in Chapter 3, “Configuring VSM.” Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-29 OL-19733-01... - Page 52 Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Where to Go from Here Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 2-30 OL-19733-01...
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Page 53: Configuring Vsm
MSP with a web browser. Perform these steps on each MSP that is to run VSOM. Procedure Make sure that the Multi Services Platform that is running VSOM is powered up. Step 1 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... -
Page 54: Chapter 3 Configuring Vsm
Take either of these actions to access the Management Console: Step 2 From the keyboard and monitor that are attached to the Multi Services • Platform, click the Cisco Video Surveillance Management Console icon on the server desktop (see Figure 3-1). - Page 55 The password is case sensitive. Under Select Homepage, choose the Change default homepage to VSOM radio Step 5 button, as shown in Figure 3-4. You may need to scroll down to see this option. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
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Page 56: Configuring Vsm
If you already collected the configuration values that are described in the “Information Required for Configuring VSM” section on page 1-5, refer to that information as you perform the following procedures. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... -
Page 57: Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager
ActiveX is required to display video through VSM. You are prompted to install the ActiveX controller the first time that you log into VSOM. The VSOM Operator page appears, as shown in Figure 3-5. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... -
Page 58: Adding Servers
VSVM, add that server twice, once for each component. To add servers, follow these steps: Procedure Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the “Accessing Video Step 1 Surveillance Operations Manager” section on page 3-5. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01... - Page 59 Click Servers under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page, as shown in Figure 3-7. Figure 3-7 Accessing the Servers Area The Servers area appears. In the Servers area, click Add a New Server, as shown in Figure 3-8. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
- Page 60 Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the server. For example, enter the location of the server or its primary use. The name can include any combination of characters and spaces. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
- Page 61 For example, the description could include the location or type of the server. Figure 3-11 Description Field In the Host IP/Name field (see Figure 3-12), enter the host name or IP address of the server that you are adding. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 OL-19733-01...
- Page 62 Figure 3-8 on page 3-8. In the Server Information area in the Details tab, choose Video Surveillance Virtual Matrix (VSVM) from the Server Type drop-down list, as shown in Figure 3-13. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-10 OL-19733-01...
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Page 63: Adding Video Encoders
VSM. An encoder is identified by an IP address or host name and by type. In addition, encoders often are secured by a user name and password, which you should provide as required. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-11 OL-19733-01... - Page 64 3-14). Figure 3-14 Admin Link The Administration area appears. Click Encoders under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page, as Step 3 shown in Figure 3-15. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-12 OL-19733-01...
- Page 65 In the Encoder Information area in the Details tab, take these actions: Step 5 Choose the model of the video encoder that you are adding from the Encoder Type drop-down list, as shown in Figure 3-17. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-13 OL-19733-01...
- Page 66 3-18), enter a name for the video encoder. Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the device. The name can include any combination of characters and spaces. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-14 OL-19733-01...
- Page 67 For example, the description could include the location or type of the video encoder. Figure 3-19 Description Field In the Host IP/Name field (see Figure 3-20), enter the host name or IP name of the video encoder that you are adding. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-15 OL-19733-01...
- Page 68 The password is configured on the video encoder and the value that you enter in this field must match the configured password exactly. The password can contain alphabetic and numeric characters only and is case sensitive. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-16 OL-19733-01...
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Page 69: Adding Analog Cameras
Before you can add analog cameras, you must configure video encoders as described in the “Adding Video Encoders” section on page 3-11. If you will not use analog cameras, skip this section. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-17 OL-19733-01... - Page 70 Click Analog Cameras under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator Step 3 page, as shown in Figure 3-25. Figure 3-25 Accessing the Analog Cameras Area The Analog Camera area appears. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-18 OL-19733-01...
- Page 71 Camera Name Field (Optional) In the Description field (see Figure 3-28), enter a description for the camera. For example, the description could include the location or type of the camera. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-19 OL-19733-01...
- Page 72 3-30), choose the video encoder that the camera connects to. This list displays the video encoders that you added as described in the “Adding Video Encoders” section on page 3-11. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-20 OL-19733-01...
- Page 73 3-32), choose the VSMS that is to manage the camera feed. This list displays the servers that you configured as described in the “Adding Servers” section on page 3-6. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-21 OL-19733-01...
- Page 74 From the Format drop-down list (see Figure 3-34), choose the format for the video stream from the camera. The options in this list depend on the video encoder that you chose for this camera. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-22 OL-19733-01...
- Page 75 VSMS uses to obtain video from the encoder (the available choices depend on the video encoder that you chose for this camera): To choose Transport Control Protocol (TCP), click the TCP radio button – Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-23 OL-19733-01...
- Page 76 3-37), choose the bit rate for the video stream from the camera. The Bitrate drop-down list appears only if you chose MPEG-2, MPEG-4, or H.264 for the media type. Figure 3-37 Bitrate Drop-Down List Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-24 OL-19733-01...
- Page 77 For JPEG media type, values of 1 through 100 designate the relative – quality of the video stream. A higher value uses less compression and provides higher quality, but consumes more bandwidth. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-25 OL-19733-01...
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Page 78: Adding Ip Cameras
If you will not use IP cameras, skip this section. Procedure Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the “Accessing Video Step 1 Surveillance Operations Manager” section on page 3-5 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-26 OL-19733-01... - Page 79 Operator page.as shown in Figure 3-41. Figure 3-41 Accessing the IP/Network Cameras Area The IP/Network Cameras area appears. In the IP/Network Cameras area, click Add a New IP/Network Camera. Step 4 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-27 OL-19733-01...
- Page 80 Camera Name Field (Optional) In the Description field (see Figure 3-44), enter a description for the camera. For example, the description could include the location or type of the camera. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-28 OL-19733-01...
- Page 81 Figure 3-45 Camera Type Drop-Down List In the Host IP/Name field (see Figure 3-46), enter the IP address or host name of the camera. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-29 OL-19733-01...
- Page 82 Figure 3-48), choose the VSMS that will manage the video stream. This list displays the servers that you configured as described in the “Adding Servers” section on page 3-6. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-30 OL-19733-01...
- Page 83 From the Format drop-down list (see Figure 3-50), choose the format for the video stream from the camera. The options in this list depend on the camera model that you chose. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-31 OL-19733-01...
- Page 84 IP camera): To choose Transport Control Protocol (TCP), click the TCP radio button – To choose Universal Datagram Protocol (UDP) unicast, click the UDP – radio button Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-32 OL-19733-01...
- Page 85 3-53), choose the bit rate for the video stream from the camera. The Bitrate drop-down list appears only if you chose MPEG-2, MPEG-4, or H.264 for the media type. Figure 3-53 Bitrate Drop-Down List Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-33 OL-19733-01...
- Page 86 For JPEG media type, values of 1 through 100 designate the relative – quality of the video stream. A higher value uses less compression and provides higher quality, but consumes more bandwidth. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-34 OL-19733-01...
- Page 87 The user name is configured on the camera and the value that you enter in this field must match the configured name exactly. The user name can contain alphabetic and numeric characters only and is case sensitive. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-35 OL-19733-01...
- Page 88 Figure 3-59 Confirm Password Field Click the Submit button to add the analog camera. Step 8 Repeat Step 4 through Step 8 as needed to add other cameras. Step 9 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-36 OL-19733-01...
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Page 89: Configuring Archives
In the VSOM Operator page, click the Admin link, which appears near the top left Step 2 of the page. (see Figure 3-60). Figure 3-60 Admin Link The Administration area appears. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-37 OL-19733-01... - Page 90 Click Archives under Video Feeds in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page, Step 3 as shown in Figure 3-61. Figure 3-61 Choosing Archives In the Archives area, click Start/Schedule a New Archive, as shown in Step 4 Figure 3-62. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-38 OL-19733-01...
- Page 91 Figure 3-64), enter a name for the camera. Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the camera. The name can include any combination of characters and spaces. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-39 OL-19733-01...
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Page 92: From The Status Drop-Down List
(Optional) In the Description field (see Figure 3-65), enter a description for the archive. Figure 3-65 Description Field From the Status drop-down list (see Figure 3-66), make sure that Enabled is selected. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-40 OL-19733-01... -
Page 93: Status Drop-Down List
If the system runs out of disk space, it begins to delete the oldest retained video to make room for new video. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-41 OL-19733-01... - Page 94 VSMS retains the archive after the recording stops. The system deletes the archive after this period. If you choose Forever, the archive is never deleted. Figure 3-68 Keep On Server Drop-Down List Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-42 OL-19733-01...
- Page 95 To remove a start/stop schedule, click Remove next to the corresponding schedule. Figure 3-69 Options for Configuring One or More Recording Periods Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-43 OL-19733-01...
- Page 96 - To stop the schedule at the end of the day on a certain date, click the End by radio button and enter the stop date. - To run the schedule indefinitely, click the No End Date radio button. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-44 OL-19733-01...
- Page 97 In the Loop Duration field, enter the duration of the loop by entering a number and choosing the time unit from the drop-down list. The system archives video for the duration that you specify. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-45 OL-19733-01...
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Page 98: Where To Go From Here
Take either of these actions: Step 1 If you are viewing the VSOM Administrator page, click the Ops link near the • top left, as shown in Figure 3-72. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-46 OL-19733-01... - Page 99 Displaying Configured Cameras Click the camera from which you want to display video. Step 3 For information about configuring advanced options and operating your system, see your Cisco VSM documentation. Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide, Release 4.2/6.2 3-47 OL-19733-01...
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