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First-Time Installation and Configuration
Before installing the VPort 464, check to make sure that all items in the
package checklist are in the box. In addition, you will need access to a
notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port.
Step 1: Select the Power Source
The VPort 464 can be powered by a DC power input from 12 to 32 VDC, or
an AC power input from 18 to 30 VAC. Two power inputs are provided for
redundancy. Users can check the LED status located on the front panel to
see if the power inputs are correctly connected. If one of the power inputs
fails, the FAULT LED will light up red, providing the power failure alarm is
enabled.
NOTE
The VPort 464 series supports power input specifications of 12-32
VDC for 12/24 VDC power input, or 18-30 VAC for 24 VAC power
input.
Step 2: Connect the VPort 464 to a Network
The VPort 464 has two auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet ports for
network connectivity. Each has a LED indicator for indicating the 10/100
Mbps Ethernet connections.
NOTE
These two Ethernet ports can be cascaded in daisy chain link, or
connected to two different switch ports for Ethernet port
redundancy. In addition, they also act as an Ethernet switch,
which means one port could be reserved for original use, while
the second port could be an extension port for another purpose
such as linking to the other VPort.
Step 3: Connect the VPort 464 to cameras and an audio source
The VPort 464 has 4 VIDEO INPUT ports, which allows the BNC connector
(1.0 Vpp, 75
Ω
) and coaxial cable to connect video cameras to the VPort to
input analog video signals.
The VPort 464 has one audio input and one audio output. A microphone
(with built-in amplifier) or an amplifier can be plugged directly into the
AUDIO INPUT port, and a speaker can be plugged into the AUDIO OUTPUT
port.
NOTE
Four VIDEO LEDs are located on the VPort 464 front panel to
indicate the video signal transmission status for video input.
Check the LED status to see if the video is working properly.
ATTENTION
A ground loop isolator is recommended to be used between the
camera and the VPort to avoid a sudden current, which is
generated by the electric potential difference between these two
device’s ground power, to burn out the VPort’s chips and boards.
