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1. Table 1 6 Maximum Loads for Client PCs for Standard Definition Video Streams Motion JPEG MPEG 4 H 264 Mixed Video streams 16 16 16 16 Resolution VGA 4CIF 4CIF VGA 4CIF Frame rate 30 fps 30 fps 30 fps 30 fps Bit rate 6 Mbps 3 Mbps 3 Mbps 2 to 3 Mbps Table 1 7 Maximum Loads for Client PCs for High Definition Video Streams H 264 HD H 264 HD H 264 HD Video streams 6 4 2 Resolution 720p 1080p 1080p Frame rate 30 fps 30 fps 30 fps Bit rate 4 Mbps 4 Mbps 12 Mbps 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 Jg OL 19733 01 Chapter1 Overview HE 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 e Single Site Deployment page 1 12 e Multiple Site Deployment with Centralized VSM Management page 1 13 Single Site Deployment In a single site deployment one or more Multi Services Platforms are located at the same facility If there are two or more Multi Services Platforms they reside on the same local area network LAN Client system can access VSM if they can
2. Camera Information Camera Name Description amera Type Choore One Host IPName Status Enabled d Inthe Host IP Name field see Figure 3 46 enter the IP address or host name of the camera OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 46 Host IP Name Field Add a new IP Metwork Camera Camera Type Secondary Feed Camera Groups Ade Cong bisp indi Custom Feks Fights Camera Information Camera Name Description eee il Type os Chopte Gra al Host PF Name Status Enabled e From the Status drop down list see Figure 3 47 make sure that Enabled is selected Figure 3 47 Status Drop Down List Add a new IP Network Camera Camera Type Secondary Feed Comers Groups Ade Contig kiap indo Camera Information Camera Hame Description Camera Type Chopte Cre Host IF Name Status Enabled Step6 In the Camera Feed area in the Camera Type tab take these actions a From the Server drop down list see 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 EEN OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configur
3. Adding IP cameras is the process of configuring information about the IP cameras that will operate in your VSM deployment This information includes the name of the camera information about its video stream and its log in credentials IP cameras also called network cameras connect directly to an IP network and do not require separate encoders If you will not use IP cameras skip this section Procedure Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager section on page 3 5 my Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Step2 Inthe VSOM Operator page click the Admin link which appears near the top left of the page see Figure 3 40 Figure 3 40 Admin Link Afiafi Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Admin Help Preferences Log out The Administration area appears Step 3 Click IP Network Cameras under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page as shown in Figure 3 41 Figure 3 41 Accessing the IP Network Cameras Area UIDI Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Ops Help Prererences Log out a Servers 0 D NRSR 0 Encoders 0 GF analog Cameras 0 E IP Network Cameras 0 amp PTZ Configuration 0 Monitors 0 The IP Network Cameras area appears Step4 In the IP Network Cameras area click Add a
4. connect to that network In the simplest single site scenario one Multi Services Platform runs all VSM components VSOM VSMS and VSVM A deployment if this type might be appropriate for a small deployment of up to a few dozen cameras Figure 1 1 illustrates this scenario Figure 1 1 Single Site Deployment with One Multi Services Platform Multi Services Platform VSOM Client VSVM Client A single site deployment can include many Multi Service Platforms In this situation VSOM runs on one Multi Service Platform either by itself or with other VSM software The other Multi Service Platforms run VSMS A deployment of this type allows scaling the solution to address wiring requirements and to support a large number of cameras and increased retention rates Figure 1 2 illustrates a single site deployment with three Multi Service Platforms one that runs VSOM and VSVM and two that run VSMS Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 i12 B OL 19733 01 Chapter1 Overview Deployment Scenarios W Figure 1 2 Single Site Deployment with Several Multi Services Platforms Wool Won Multi Services Platform WMS Wohts Multi Services Platform Multi Services Platform VSOM Client VSVM Client Multiple Site Deployment with Centralized VSM Management In a multiple site deployment Multi Services Platforms at separate locations connect through a wide area network WAN Each location can
5. Accessing the YaST Control Center Figure 2 5 G Find Files Folders A Home Ej Personal Settings SUSE Help Certer The YaST Control Center window appears as shown in Figure 2 6 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 P24 B OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform amp Note Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E Figure 2 6 YaST Control Center Window Yao Control Center if psbu cS File Edit Help Hardware eb System Le Network Devices lt P Network Services Online Update T Add on Produci lo Installation Source 2 Media Check Sotware Management T i Aubmatc Online Update f Installation into Directory Aiovell Customer Center Configuration Yn p Nowell AppArmor fe i ead Th Path CD Update 7 A Vinualization th g __ P Miscellaneous The YaST Control Center times out after 5 minutes of inactivity If a timeout occurs enter the password secur4u to redisplay the Control Center Configuring Network Settings Step 1 Step 2 This section explains how to configure the settings that the Multi Services Platform requires to operate on your network To configure these settings follow these steps Procedure Access the YaST Control Center window as described in the Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Co
6. Cameras Area si tet ts Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Ons Help Preferences Cog out ul Servers 0 ey E nvesjoves 0 B Encoders 0 F analog Cameras 0 IP Network Cameras 0 amp b PTZ Configuration 0 O Monitors 0 The Analog Camera area appears Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 EN OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Step4 Inthe Analog Cameras area click Add a New Analog Camera as shown in Figure 3 26 Figure 3 26 Choosing to Add an Analog Camera Step5 In the Camera Information area in the Camera Type tab take these actions a In the Camera Name field see Figure 3 27 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 Figure 3 27 Camera Name Field Camera Information Camera Ham Status tnabled Encoder choore One Encoder Channel 1 b 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 OL 19733 01 319 Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 28 Description Field Camere Type Camera Groups Adv Contig Mag inti Curtin Fiske Rigit Camera Infor
7. Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter 1 Overview Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System W Cisco Video Surveillance Media Server VSMS Manages cameras records and archives video and provides access to live and recorded video Cisco Video Surveillance Operations Manager VSOM Provides a web based user interface for configuring managing displaying and controlling video throughout an IP network Also provide features for managing video devices and users Cisco Video Surveillance Virtual Matrix VSVM Enables the display and control of live and recorded video on remote monitors 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 Each Multi Services Platform consists of a chassis which includes one or two power supplies depending on the model and options fans and other components and an array of hard drives for storage of surveillance recordings The Multi Services Platform is available in the following models 1 rack unit RU Multi Services Platform model CIVS MSP 1RU Supports up to four 750 GB or four 1 TB SATA hard drives and one full height 3 4 length PCI x or PCI e card 2 RU Multi Services Platform model CIVS
8. New IP Network Camera Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 EN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 42 Choosing to Add an IP Network Camera Step5 In the Camera Information area in the Camera Type tab take these actions a In the Camera Name field see Figure 3 43 enter a name for the analog camera Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the camera The name can include any combination of characters and spaces Figure 3 43 Camera Name Field Camera Information Camera Name a Camera Type Choore One a Host IP Name e Status Enabled b 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 EN OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 44 Description Field Camina Type Secondary Feed Camera Groups Ache Contig Map Indo Custom Fisk s Fights Camera Information Tamera Name Description Camera Type Choore ne Host IPName o Status Enabled Ie c From the Camera Type drop down list see Figure 3 45 choose the model of the camera that you are adding Figure 3 45 Camera Type Drop Down List Camera Type Secondary Feed Camera Groups
9. OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Step7 Click the Archive Type tab and take the appropriate actions in the Archive Type area to designate and configure the archive type e To record during one or more designated periods see Figure 3 69 and take these actions 1 Click the Simple Schedule radio button 2 Inthe Start on and End On fields specify the start date and the end date for the recording In the corresponding At fields enter the start time and end time for the recording You can type information in these fields or you can use the calendar in the date fields or the drop down arrows in the time to select information 3 Optional To designate an additional start stop schedule click Add Date s and enter the desired dates and times You can repeat this process to designate as many start and stop dates and times as needed To remove a start stop schedule click Remove next to the corresponding schedule Figure 3 69 Options for Configuring One or More Recording Periods Start Schedule a New Archive Details Archive Type Archive Type Simple Schedule Recurring Schedule Continuous Loop Start on 4 13 2009 i At 14 s6 End on 4 14 2009 a At 14 36 M Remove Add Dates OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM e To designate a regular weekly schedule
10. Services Platform follow these steps Procedure Step 1 If your shipment includes two or three boxes make sure that the serial number that is printed on the shipping label on each box is the same Caution Ifthe 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 Step2 Carefully open each shipping box and remove its contents Step3 Make sure that the box in which the chassis shipped includes these items e Rail assemblies for rack mounting e SUSE license and activation packet e Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document e Envelope that contains the following Getting Started with Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Products Recovery disk End User License and Warranty Information disk One or two power cables depending on how many power supplies you ordered for your server Screws and washers for rack mounting Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 SEN Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack S Note If your shipment includes more than one Multi Services Platform make sure that the serial number of each Multi Services Platform matches the hard drives that are intended for
11. Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Hi Rack Precautions e Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are extended to the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them e Ina single rack installation attach stabilizers to the rack e Ina multiple rack installation couple the racks to each other e Make sure that the rack is stable before extending a component from the rack e Extend only one component from a rack at a time Extending two or more components may cause the rack to become unstable General Precautions e Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the rails e Install the heaviest components on the bottom of the rack first then work up e Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply UPS to protect a device from power surges and voltage spikes and to keep the device operating if a power failure occurs e Close the front door of the rack if applicable e A Multi Services Platform with hard drives and rails installed is heavy Make sure that you have assistance when moving it and placing it into a rack Rack Mounting Considerations e 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
12. Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter1 Overview W Planning for Your Installation Table 1 2 Required Items Item Description Medium Phillips head screwdriver Used to attach rack rails to the Multi Services Platform chassis Assistance from at least one other A Multi Services Platform is heavy person Information Required for Configuring a Multi Services Platform Table 1 3 lists the information that you need as you perform the initial configuration of a Multi Services Platform You may find it convenient to determine and record this information before you begin the configuration procedure You can obtain this information from your network administrator When you configure an MSP make a note which VSM components will run on it This information will help you assign the appropriate IP address or host name to the MSP Table 1 3 Information for Multi Services Platform Configuration Description VSM components to run on this MSP Value Component check all that apply LJ VSMS Li VSVM Li VSOM Description 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 ia g OL 19733 01 Chapter1 Overview Planning for Your Installation W Description Default
13. Static Address Setup IP Address Subnet Mask Detailed Settings Hoeiname and Name Server Riouting Step5 Make sure that the Address tab is selected in the Network Address Setup area then take these actions b Click the Static Address Setup radio button In the IP Address field enter the IP address for the server 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 to Step 6 Otherwise skip to Step 7 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Step 6 In the Routing Configuration area take these actions a In the Default Gateway field enter the default gateway for the server if applicable in your network configuration b Click OK The Network Address Setup area appears again Step 7 In the Network Address Setup area take these actions a Click the Hostname and Name Server button to display the Hostname and Name Server Configuration area as shown in Figure 2 11 Figure 2 11 Hostname and Name Server Configuration Area Hostname and Name Server Configuration r Hosiname and Domain Name W lobal Hosiname Domain Name pebu priskin cisco com Hame Servers and Domain Search List Mame Serwer 1 Domai
14. Step3 Click Archives under Video Feeds in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page as shown in Figure 3 61 Figure 3 61 Choosing Archives nl E l Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Mas Help Preferences Log out a Servers iD E NWRs DYRs 0 I Encoders 13 Analog Cameras 0 IF Network Cameras 0 eb pT Configuration 0 0 Monitors i0 video Feeds z Group Overview 7 Camera Feeds 0 a Batch Administration FD archives 0 0 DAE Views Oo Step 4 In the Archives area click Start Schedule a New Archive as shown in Figure 3 62 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 338 OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 62 Choosing to Schedule a New Archive 4 Archives gt Start Schedule a New Archive Help Archives Step 5 In the Archive Source area in the Feeds tab take these actions a Click the radio button that corresponds to the camera feed that you want to record see Figure 3 63 for an example Figure 3 63 Choosing to Schedule a New Archive Start Schedule a New Archive Feeds Archive Source Si Test Camera b Click Next Step 6 In the Archive Information area in the Details tab take these actions a In the Archive Name field see 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 charact
15. The Fastest Way to Increase Your Internet Quotient TransPath WebEx and the WebEx logo are registered trademarks of Cisco Systems Inc and or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries All other trademarks mentioned in this document or website are the property of their respective owners The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company 0809R Any Internet Protocol IP addresses used in this document are not intended to be actual addresses Any examples command display output and figures included in the document are shown for illustrative purposes only Any use of actual IP addresses in illustrative content is unintentional and coincidental Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Release 4 2 6 2 2009 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved CONTENTS Preface v Overview v Organization v Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines vi CHAPTER 1 Overview 1 1 How to Use this Manual 1 1 Planning for Your Installation 1 2 Items Required for Installation 1 3 Information Required for Configuring a Multi Services Platform 1 4 Information Required for Configuring VSM 1 5 Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System 1 7 Cisco VSM 1 8 Cisco Multi Services Platform 1 9 Cameras 1 10 Video Encoders 1 10 Client PCs 1 10 Deployment Scenarios 1 11 single Site Deployment 1 12 Multiple Site Deploy
16. basic configuration of VSM and deploy the cameras and encoders if required that you added during the configuration process you should be able to display live video from any camera To do so follow these steps Procedure Take either of these actions e Ifyou 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 2 346 OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Where to Go from Here W Figure 3 72 Ops Link sIfisifis Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Ops Help Preferences Log out e Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager section on page 3 5 Step2 Click Camera Fields see Figure 3 73 to see a list of configured cameras Figure 3 73 Displaying Configured Cameras t tet ts Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Admin Help Preferences Log out gt Predefined Views gt Camera Feeds Step3 Click the camera from which you want to display video For information about configuring advanced options and operating your system see your Cisco VSM documentation OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 g Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Where to Go from Here Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6
17. following actions to configure each server that will run VSMS a 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 st tet ts Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Ops Help Preferences Log out Servers 0 E Nvrs DVRs 0 T Encoders 0 og Analog Cameras 0 E IP Network Cameras 0 ob PTZ Configuration 0 O Monitors 0 nam m I The Servers area appears b 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 EEN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 8 Choosing to Add a Server c Inthe Server Information area in the Details tab choose Video Surveillance Media Server VSMS from the Server Type drop down list as shown in Figure 3 9 Figure 3 9 Choosing a VSMS Server Type Server Information Sever Type ath acala ail Server Kaci Server Name Adan Saroa lir re Matrix X VSVM Description Video Surveillance Backup Server d In the Server Name field see Figure 3 10 enter a name for the server 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
18. for recording see Figure 3 70 and take these actions 1 Click the Recurring Schedule radio button 2 Inthe Start On field type or use the calendar to enter the date on which the schedule becomes active 3 Specify the days on which the recording executes during identical time periods a Check the check box that corresponds to each day on which you want the recording to execute identically b In the Start At and Stop At fields enter the times that the recording starts and stops on the selected day or days c Optional To add another time interval for the selected days click Add Time Range and enter the start time and stop time in the Start At and Stop At fields that appear Repeat as needed to add more time intervals for these days d Optional To specify other days with different schedules check the check boxes that correspond to the days enter start and stop times for as many ranges as desired and click Next Weekdays Repeat as needed 4 Specify whether the recurring schedule ends To stop the schedule after a designated number of weekly runs click the End After radio button and enter the number of times that the schedule should run 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 2 344 E OL 19
19. in the Camera Type tab take these actions a From the Server drop down list see Figure 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 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 g Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 32 Server Drop Down List Camera Feed Server cheore One 3 Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP OFP Multicast Address esve blank isi unicast Bitrala hoors na Wanable Bitrate Quality irtitttretessssss b From the Media Type drop down list see Figure 3 33 choose the digital video encoding type for the video stream from the camera The options in this list depend on the video encoder that you chose for this camera Figure 3 33 Media Type Drop Down List Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDF Multicast Address Leave blank for unien Bitrate choore One 4 Variable Bitrate salbiy ee c From the Format drop down list see Figure 3 34 choose the format for the video stream from the camera The opti
20. the Services Platform Multi Service Platform and configure network settings the system time and optionally NTP settings This chapter contains the following sections which include detailed instructions for installing setting up and configuring the Multi Services Platform e Unpacking the Multi Services Platform page 2 2 e Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack page 2 4 e Installing Hard Drives page 2 10 e Connecting to Power the Network and External Devices page 2 11 e Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform page 2 11 e Where to Go from Here page 2 29 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 e 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 P22 g OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Unpacking the Multi Services Platform W e 2 RU model Ships in two boxes One box contains the chassis and one box contains from 4 to 12 hard drives e 4RU model Ships in two or three boxes One box contains the chassis If you ordered up to 12 hard drives they are included in one additional box If you ordered more than 12 hard drives they are included in two additional boxes To unpack the Multi
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22. 3 01 MEE Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 20 Host IP Name Field Add a New Encoder Details Rights Encoder Information Encoder Type Choose One Encoder Name Description Host IP Name Step6 Ifthe video encoder allows access from VSMS only if VSMS provides valid authentication credentials take these actions in the Authentication area in the Details Tab a In the Username field see Figure 3 21 enter the user name that VSMS provides when accessing the video encoder The user name is configured on the video encoder 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 Figure 3 21 Username Field Authentication Uisemame New Password Confirm Password b In the New Password field see Figure 3 22 enter the password that VSMS provides when accessing the video encoder 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 my Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Step 7 Step 8 Configuring VSM W Figure 3 22 New Password Field Authentication Username New Password Confirm Passwo
23. 733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 70 Options for Configuring a Weekly Recording Schedule Start Schedule a New Archive Details Archive Type Backup Rights Archive Type Simple Schedule Continuous Loop Start on 4 13 2009 a Assign time range to these week days Cl Sunday CI Monday l Tuesday l Wednesday Thursday J Friday CI Saturday Start At 14 26 Stop At 14 26 Range End O End After 1 Occurrences O End By 4 13 2009 Fr No End Date e To designate a continuos loop schedule see Figure 3 71 and take these actions 1 Click the Continuous Loop radio button 2 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 OL 19733 01 345 Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Where to Go from Here Step 8 Figure 3 71 Options for Configuring a Continuous Loop Recording Schedule Start Schedule a New Archive Details Archive Type Backup Rights Archive Type O Simple Schedule Recurring Schedule Loop Duration Hours Click Submit If you configured a continuous loop archive recording starts immediately Other recording types start as they are scheduled Where to Go from Here Step 1 After you complete the
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25. Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDP Multicast Address Leave blank for unicast Frame Rate Choose One Vanable Bitrate Quality SSSAAA ASAAN SARR ENIAN __ h Use the Quality slider see Figure 3 39 to specify the quality of the video stream The slider displays a numerical value when you move it Use these numbers to help determine the setting that you want as follows For MPEG 2 MPEG 4 and H 264 media types values of 1 through 49 designate the relative priority that frame rate has over compression Values 50 through 100 designate the relative priority that compression has over frame rate 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 OL 19733 01 PEN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Step 7 Step 8 Figure 3 39 Quality Slider Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDF Multicast Address ben Lat blank for unban Biirate choore One Wanable Bitrate Quality neces SDC a T LICE CRE ACEIC Click the Submit button to add the analog camera Repeat Step 4 through Step 7 as needed to add other cameras Adding IP Cameras Step 1
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27. IP name of the server that you are adding followed by 8086 8086 is the default port number and appears in this field by default g Click the Submit button to add the server Adding Video Encoders Adding video encoders is the process of configuring information about each video encoder that will operate in your VSM deployment Video encoders convert analog video from analog cameras into digital video that can be used by 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 OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Video encoders are required only if your deployment includes analog cameras If you will not use video encoders skip this section Procedure Step1 Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager section on page 3 5 Step2 Inthe VSOM Operator page click the Admin link which appears near the top left of the page see Figure 3 14 Figure 3 14 Admin Link TITLE Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Admin Help Preferences Log out The Administration area appears Step3 Click Encoders under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page as shown in Figure 3 15 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getti
28. MSP 2RU Supports up to twelve 750 GB or twelve 1 TB SATA hard drives and up to three full length half height PCI e cards 4 RU Multi Services Platform model CIVS MSP 4RU Supports up to twenty four 750 GB or twenty four 1 TB SATA hard drives and up to three full length full height PCI e cards or up to 2 full length full height PCI x cards For more detailed information see Cisco Physical Security Multi Services Platform User Guide OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter1 Overview W introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System Cameras Cameras provide video images and depending on the camera audio VSM supports a wide variety of fixed and movable pan tilt zoom PTZ cameras of these types e Analog cameras Capture video and on some models audio and output this information in one or two analog streams depending on the model An analog camera requires a video encoder to convert this stream to a digital stream that can be processed by the IP network and VSM components e Digital cameras Also called IP cameras these devices capture video and output this information in one or two digital streams depending on the model For details about the features functions placement installation and operation of a camera see the documentation that is provided for the camera Video Encoders Video encoders convert video streams from analog cameras i
29. New Synchronization J Radio Clock Outgoing Broadcast Incoming Broadcast Step 8 In the New Synchronization area make sure that the Server radio button is selected and click Next Step9 The NTP Server panel appears as shown in Figure 2 21 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 a 227 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2 21 NTP Server Area NTP Server Address Select al Test Use for Initial Synchronization Options Step 10 In the NTP Server area take these actions a Inthe Address field enter the IP address or host name of your NTP server b Optional Click Test to make sure that the Multi Services Platform can access the NTP server c Check the Use for Initial Synchronization check box d Click OK Step 11 In the Advanced NTP Configuration screen click Finish Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 228 OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Where to Go from Here W Where to Go from Here Congratulations If you have successfully completed the procedures that this chapter describes your 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 V
30. Password dp_ panasonic 1 2 8d installed dp_pelco 1 3 Old installed Ba Restart Server dp_snartsight 1 0 04d installed Dig Reboot Server dp_sony 1 3 10d installed dp_teleste 1 3 02d installed dp_ toshiba 1 0 05d installed Other Utilities dp_vbrick 1 0 05d installed dp_vcs 1 1 19d installed Click the Operations Manager link in the Configuration area as shown in Figure 3 3 my Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page I Figure 3 3 Choosing Operations Manager Ahali cisco Overview 2 Installed Packages 8 Status Console Monitoring 58 Archives 28 Archive Backup EN System Log 28 Mediaout SS DYR Configuration JM SNMP Trap Destinations a Manage Drivers a Media Server QQ Media Server Backup a4 Operations Manager a Operations Manager Backi a Virtual Matrix a4 Console Password Pa Restart Server LA Reboot Server Step4 In the dialog box that prompts for a user name and password take these actions a In the Username field enter root The user name is not case sensitive b In the Password field enter secur4u The password is case sensitive Step5 Under Select Homepage choose the Change default homepage to VSOM radio button as shown in Figure 3 4 You may need to scroll down to see this option OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager G
31. Release 4 2 6 2 EH OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 10 Server Name Field oe Server Information Server Type Video Surveillance Media Server VSM ve Server Name Description i Host IP Name This address must be accessible by VSOM and VSOM clients e Optional In the Description field see Figure 3 11 enter a description for the server For example the description could include the location or type of the server Figure 3 11 Description Field omme mp Server Information Server Type video Surveillance Media Server VSM Server Name a MIH Description Host IP Name This address must be accessible by VSOM and VSOM clients f Inthe Host IP Name field see Figure 3 12 enter the host name or IP address of the server that you are adding OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 12 Host IP Name Field Add a New Server Details Rights Server Information Server Type Video Surveillance Media Server VMS we Server Name Description Host IP Name This address must be accessible by VSOM and VSOM clients g Click the Submit button to add the server h Repeat this Step 3 for each server on which y
32. SM Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 EN Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Where to Go from Here Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 EEN OL 19733 01 CHAPTER Configuring VSM This provides instructions for performing the basic configuration of VSOM Basic configuration involves providing information about VSMS VSVM video encoder and camera devices that will operate in your VSM deployment and scheduling video recording This chapter includes these topics e Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page page 3 1 e Configuring VSM page 3 4 e Where to Go from Here page 3 46 Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page Step 1 The following steps describe how to configure VSM so that the VSOM log in page appears by default when you access an 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 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 g Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page Step2 Take either of these actions to access the Management Console e From the keyboard and monitor that are attached to the Multi Services Platform click the Cisco Video Surveill
33. aBone peEEUEUE PROBS Pa Pepe ee ee S d From the Resolution drop down list see Figure 3 51 choose the resolution for the video stream from the camera The options in this list depend on the camera model that you chose Figure 3 51 Resolution Drop Down List Camera Feed Sener Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDF Multicast Address Leave blank dor unisar Bitrate Choore Gne Vanable Bitrate Quality OCP cP OCP e CeCe ee ee ere ere re re et ee j ae e For the Transport option see Figure 3 52 take one of these actions to designate the protocol that VSMS uses to obtain video from the encoder the available choices depend on the model of the 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 my Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W To choose UDP multicast click the UDP radio button then in the Multicast Address field enter the multicast address that camera should use to multicast the video to VSMS Figure 3 52 Transport Option Camera Feed Sener Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport Tcp UDF Multicast Address 0 O dhenve blank for unieasi Bitrate Cho
34. ai Le i Fa Miscellaneous OF SLP Server Search Configure mail Step3 The Advanced NTP Configuration area appears as shown in Figure 2 17 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 a 225 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2 17 Advanced NTP Configuration Area Advanced NTP Configuration Automatically Start NTP Daemon Never During Boot 3 Run NTP Daemon in Chroot Jail 3 Configure NTP Daemon via DHCP Firewall Settings Firewall is disabled Step4 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 pj Automatically Start NTP Daemon Never Curing Boot Step5 Uncheck the Configure NTP Daemon via DHCP check box as shown in Figure 2 19 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 EEN OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E Figure 2 19 Unchecking the Configure NTP Daemon via DHCP Check Box X Run NTP Daemon in Chroot Jail _ Configure NTP Daemon via DHCP Step6 Click Add Step7 The New Synchronization area appears as shown in Figure 2 20 Figure 2 20 New Synchronization Area
35. ains how to use this manual introduces the Cisco Video Surveillance Manager system and components explains how to plan for an installation and describes various deployment scenarios Chapter 2 Setting Up and Provides instructions for installing Configuring the Multi Services setting up and performing the initial Platform configuration of the Cisco Multi Services Platform Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Describes how to VSM for operation in your deployment Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 ae Preface Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines For information about obtaining documentation submitting a service request and gathering additional information see the monthly What s New in Cisco Product Documentation which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation at http www cisco com en US docs general whatsnew whatsnew html Subscribe to the What s New in Cisco Product Documentation as a Really Simple Syndication RSS feed and set content to be delivered directly to your desktop using a reader application The RSS feeds are a free service and Cisco currently supports RSS version 2 0 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 lt a OL 19733 01 CHAPTER Overview This chapter explains how to use this manual and how to plan for an installation It also provides
36. ance Management Console icon on the server desktop see Figure 3 1 Figure 3 1 Management Console Icon e From a computer that can access the network in which the Multi Services Platform is connected start Internet Explorer version 6 or 7 and enter the IP address of host name of the Multi Services Platform in the Address field e The Video Surveillance Management Console appears see Figure 3 2 Figure 3 2 VSM Management Console Video Surveillance Management Console Step 3 A cisco Overview Installed Packages 3 SE GET eE Cisco_V SBWT 6 1 0 13d 58 Status Console Cisco V Base 6 1 0 lld Cisco_V 5Docs 6 1 0 lld Monitoring Cisco_VSDrivers 6 1 0 lld Cisco_V 5M5 6 1 0 lld 58 Archives Cisco_ S0M 4 1 0 15 f Cisco_V5Recorder 6 1 0 lld 8 Archive Backup Cisco VSTools 6 0 23 58 System Log Cisco_V SVM 6 1 0 11 Mediaout sg Additional Driver Packages DVR n m dp_acti 1 0 04d installed Configuration dp_autodome 1 0 02d installed dp_axis 1l 3 12d installed HE SNMP Trap Destinations dp_cisco 1 4 07d installed a3 Manage Drivers dp_cohu 1 0 03d installed P A dp_cornet 1 3 05d installed a3 Media Server dp_indigo 1 2 0ld installed a Media Server Backup dp_igeye 2 2 1 05d installed a dp_ive 1 0 02d installed a3 Operations Manager dp_lumenera 1 0 03d installed aB Operations Manager Backt dp_mango 1 0 lld installed a 3 dp_nicedvr 1 0 06d installed Virtual Matrix dp_optelecom 1 0 05d installed a Console
37. ditional Method with ifup Step 3 In the YaST2 window make sure that the Traditional Method with ifup radio button in the Network Setup Method area is selected see Figure 2 8 then click Next Step4 Take these actions a Make sure that the first controller that is listed in the Network Card Configuration Overview area is selected as shown in Figure 2 9 S Note The network cards that appear on your system may be different than the ones shown here Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 E 217 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2 9 Choosing a Network Card Network Card Configuration Overview Mame 1p Address Super M iro Ethernet control ler 1 0 10 50 F Super Mio Ethernet oonroller Not configured b 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 EE OL 19733 01 Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E Figure 2 10 Network Address Setup Area Network Address Setup General Address Ethernet v None Address Setup Automatic Address Setup via DHCP
38. em components including VSM software Multi Services Platform devices and other devices Surveillance System section on page 1 7 Step 2 Review options for deploying a VSM system See the Deployment Scenarios section on page 1 11 Prepare for deployment Step 3 Plan for your installation and collect the information that you will require See the Planning for Your Installation section on page 1 2 Install set up and configure the system Step 4 Install set up and perform the initial configuration of your Cisco Multi Services Platform device or devices See Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Step 5 Set the VSOM Log In page to be the default page that appears when you access the MSP on which VSOM runs See the Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page section on page 3 1 Step 6 Perform the basic configuration of VSOM which includes providing information about the VSM software video encoders and cameras that will operate in your VSM deployment and scheduling video recording Planning for Your Installation The following sections describe items and information that may be required during an installation You may find it convenient to collect these items and as much of the information as you can before you begin the installation See the Configuring VSM section on page 3 4 e Items Re
39. ent Your IP network may also include switches routers servers and other network infrastructure hardware and software components Table 1 5 Cisco Video Surveillance System Components Component and Reference Description Provided By Cisco VSM page 1 8 A suite of software components Cisco that enable configuration administration management and operation of video surveillance solutions Cisco Multi Services Platform Servers that run VSM software Cisco page 1 9 and provide video recording and storage Cameras page 1 10 Available as analog or IP Cisco or devices cameras capture video surveillance that you can view and record third parties Video Encoders page 1 10 Process incoming video signals from analog cameras and convert them to IP video signals Cisco or third parties Client PCs page 1 10 VSOM client PCs provide access the VSOM web based interface VSVM client PCs provide access to and control of live and recorded video Third parties 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 The VSM software components include the following my Cisco Video Surveillance
40. equires to operate on you network Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform e System time and date Time and date in the location that the Multi Services Platform is to operate e Network Time Protocol NTP Options that the Multi Services Platform requires to synchronize its clock with an NTP server Configuring NTP is optional but recommended The following sections describe in detail how to perform the initial configuration of a Multi Services Platform e Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Control Center page 2 12 e Configuring Network Settings page 2 15 e Setting the System Time page 2 21 e Configuring NTP page 2 24 If you already collected the configuration values that are described in the Information Required for Configuring a Multi Services Platform section on page 1 4 refer to that information as you perform the following procedures Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Control Center After you connect a monitor keyboard and mouse to your Multi Services Platform and connect it to power and to your network you are ready perform the initial configuration of the server You perform the initial configuration procedures from the YaST Control Center on the Multi Services Platform To access the YaST Con
41. er window as described in the Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Control Center section on page 2 12 Step 2 In the left panel of the YaST Control Center window click System then click 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 OL 19733 01 g 221 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2 12 Accessing System Time Options Vast Control Center psbu 65 File Edit Help PSN fetc sysconfig Ed itor p High Availability Ane ba Network Devices T l E meet LM Network Services oP at i Partitioner E Power Management 1 d Novell AppArmor pias Security and Users mY Powerbaeak i Profile Marager i System Backup System Restoration LOTT ee A Virtualization J1 a Miscellaneous P Search The Clock and Time Zone area appears as shown in Figure 2 13 g Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E Figure 2 13 Clock and Time Zone Area Clock and Time Zone Region Time done Europe Alaska usa Canada Arizona Central and South America Central Russia Eastern Asia East Indiana Australia Hawaii Afr
42. ers and spaces OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 64 Archive Name Field Dams neme Beta Rae Archive Information Archive Names Status Force Start Media Server version gt 6 only Keep on Server after the recording has finished b Optional In the Description field see Figure 3 65 enter a description for the archive Figure 3 65 Description Field Detaits Archive Type Backup Rights Archive Information archive Name O O Status Force Start Media Server version gt 6 only Keep on Server after the recording has finished c 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 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 66 Status Drop Down List Start Schedule a New Archive Details Archive Type Backup Rights Archive Information Archive Name Description Status Enabled v Force Start Default Y Media Server version gt 6 only Keep on Server Forever Y after the recording has finished d From the Force Start drop down list see Figure 3 67 choose either of these options Default VSMS verifies whether there is enough capacity to store the archive tha
43. etting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 g Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 4 Choosing the VSOM Default Home Page Select Homepage Change default homepage taVSOM Change defaulthomepage to VSMC Step6 Click Update Configuring VSM The following sections describe how to make basic configuration settings for VSM This process includes configuring options for servers video encoders if needed cameras and recording schedules You can configure cameras and video encoders even if they are not yet set up in your deployment After you complete these configuration procedures you can display video through the system You can always update configuration settings later In addition there are many advanced configuration settings that you also can make later To perform the basic configuration of VSM review and follow the instructions in the following sections e Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager page 3 5 e Adding Servers page 3 6 e Adding Video Encoders page 3 11 e Adding Analog Cameras page 3 17 e Adding IP Cameras page 3 26 e Configuring Archives page 3 37 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 EE OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Co
44. g VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 5 VSOM Operator Page tpnendas Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Admin Help Preferences Log out gt Predefined Yiews Monitors Camera Feeds Administration Pages ideo Archives Preferences Super User E _ Title Bars C Video Tools Smart Search GG L Timestamps Create Snapshot fa C Scroll Bars Oat e Archive Clip E C Fixed Aspect 2 Create View TE Full Source Adding Servers Adding servers is the process of configuring information about each Multi Services Platform that runs VSMS and each Multi Services Platform that runs VSVM in your VSM deployment This information includes the name and IP address or host name of each server If a Multi Services Platform runs VSMS and VSVM add that server twice once for each component To add servers follow these steps Procedure Step1 Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager section on page 3 5 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 EN OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Step2 Inthe VSOM Operator page click the Admin link which appears near the top left of the page see Figure 3 6 Figure 3 6 Admin Link Afiafi Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Admin Help Preferences Cog out The Administration area appears Step3 Take the
45. gateway for the Multi Services Platform if needed Value Default gateway Description Domain name for the Multi Services Platform if needed Value Domain name Description IP addresses of up to 3 DNS servers for the Multi Services Platform if needed Value DNS Server IP addresses Description Domains for searching if needed Value Domains Description IP address or host name of your NTP server required if you will configure NTP for the Multi Services Platform Value IP address Host name Information Required for Configuring VSM Table 1 4 provides an overview of the information that you may need when you perform the basic 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 EE Chapter1 Overview W Planning for Your Installation Table 1 4 Overview of Basic VSM Configuration Tasks Configuration Task Required Information Adding servers Configure Obtain the IP address or host name of each server information about each that you are adding Multi Services Platform that will run VSMS and each Multi Services Platform that will run VSVM All VSOM clients that access a Multi Services Platform that runs VSMS must use same IP address to access that Multi Services Platform You must configu
46. gure the Cisco VSM software and begin to operate your video surveillance system Installation set up and configuration involves a series of steps that you perform in sequence Table 2 1 provides an overview of these steps The rest of this chapter includes detailed procedures for each step Table 2 1 Overview of Installation and Set Up Tasks Task Description Step1 Unpack the Multi Services Platform Remove the Multi Services Platform components from the shipping boxes and make sure that you have received all items Step2 Rack mount the Multi Services Attach rack rails to the Multi Services Platform Platform and install the device in a 19 inch rack OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 g Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Unpacking the Multi Services Platform Table 2 1 Overview of Installation and Set Up Tasks continued Task Description Step3 Install hard drives if needed If you received the Multi Services Platform 2 RU or 4 RU model install the hard drives that you received with the server Hard drives are preinstalled in the 1 RU model Step4 Connect the Multi Services Platform to Connect a monitor keyboard and power your network and control mouse to the server and connect the devices server to power and to your network Step5 Configure basic settings on the Multi Access the YaST Control Center on
47. have one or more Multi Services Platforms and client systems can access VSM if they can connect to the network These deployments can be designed for centralized or distributed management of VSM and requires WAN link connection speeds that can support the bandwidth that you require In a centralized VSM management deployment VSOM runs on one Multi Service Platform either by itself or with other VSM software The other Multi Service Platforms can run VSMS and VSVM in any combination A deployment of this type might be appropriate for an enterprise with distributed locations that wants to manage and operate 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 OL 19733 01 EEEN Chapter1 Overview HE Deployment Scenarios Figure 1 3 Multiple Site Deployment Centralized VSM Management Multi Services Platform VSOM Client Multi Services Platform Multi Services Platform Multi Services Platform VSVM Client VSVM Client In a distributed VSM management deployment one Multi Services Platform at each site runs VSOM Other VSM software may also run on that server or may run in any combination on other Multi Services Platforms at the site VSM is configured and managed independently at each site A deployment of this type might be appropriate for an enterp
48. i Services Platform in a rack and install the hard drives you are ready to connect a monitor keyboard and mouse to the server and to connect the server to power and to your network To make these connections follow these steps Procedure Step 1 Connect a monitor keyboard and mouse to the appropriate ports on the back of the Multi Services Platform Step2 Connect a Category 5 or higher network cable to either network port on the back of the Multi Services Platform and to your network switch Step3 Take either of these actions to connect power to the Multi Services Platform e If your Multi Services Platform is configured with one power supply connect the provided power cable to the power port on the back of the Multi Services Platform then plug the cable into an electrical outlet e If your Multi Services Platform is configured with two power supplies connect the two provided power cables to the two power ports on the back of the Multi Services Platform then plug each cable into an electrical outlet Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform 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 e Network settings Options that the Multi Services Platform r
49. ica Indiana Starke Pacific fd ichigan 3 lobal Mountain Er Samoa Time and Date Hardware Clock Set To C 173082 2000 04406 change Step3 In the Region panel click the region in which the MSP is located Step4 In the Time Zone panel click the time zone in which the MSP is located 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 Hardware Clock Set To UTE Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 PEN Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Step5 Click Change next to the Time and Date field The Change System Date and Time window appears as shown in Figure 2 15 Figure 2 15 Change System Date and Time Window The currert system time and date are Change System Date and Time displayed Change them to the correct Values and press Apply Current Time Current Date Step6 Inthe Change System Date and Time window take these actions a Inthe Current Time field enter the current hour minutes and seconds in 24 hour format You can type these values or use the up and down arrows to choose them b In the Current Date field enter the current date in Date Month Year format You can type these values or use the up and down arrows to choose them c Cl
50. ick Apply Step7 Inthe Clock and Time Zone area click Accept Configuring NTP This section describes how to configure NTP for your Multi Services Platform 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 2 224 E OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E To configure NTP follow these steps Procedure Step1 Access the YaST Control Center window as described in the Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Control Center section on page 2 12 Step 2 In the left panel of the YaST Control Center window click Network Services then click NTP Configuration in the right panel as shown in Figure 2 16 Figure 2 16 Accessing NTP Options Vast Control Center psbu File Edit Help F 4 La LA k mei LLAT weli giii Hardware z amp LDAP Server Mail Transfer Agent F System NFS Client j NES Server Hebwork Devices We Network Services amp MIS Client 8 NIS Server YN i Novell AppArmor t ha J NTP Configuration O Network Services inetd We Security and Users le B iE 6 z pi Remote Administration a Virtualization L
51. ideo encoding type video format video resolution transport protocol bit rate frame rate and quality that you want for the video stream from the camera Adding IP Obtain the following information for each analog cameras Configure camera information about each Model analog camera in your VSM deployment e IP address or host name e User name required to access the device if applicable e Password required to access the device if applicable In addition determine the video encoding type video format video resolution transport protocol bit rate frame rate and quality that you want for the video stream from the camera Configuring archives Decide when you want to record video You can Configure schedules for choose to record at certain times on a weekly surveillance recording schedule or constantly Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System A VSM based video surveillance system operates on an IP network and consists of a variety of hardware components Table 1 5 lists the more common video surveillance components that may be included in a deployment and provides a brief description of each one This table also includes references to sections that Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 EEN Chapter 1 Overview W introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System Cisco VSM provide additional overview information about each compon
52. il to hold the Multi Services Platform in place Each outer rack rail consists of two brackets 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 EN Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Figure 2 2 Outer Rack Rails a Make sure that the right short and long outer rack rail brackets are connected to each other and that the left short and long outer rack rail brackets are connected to each other The brackets are marked R and L To connect the brackets align the pin on the small bracket with the slot on the corresponding large bracket align the two pins on the large bracket with the slots on the small bracket and slide the brackets together b Attach the outer rack rails to the rack following these guidelines The outer rack rail marked R attaches to the right of the rack as you face the front of the rack The one marked L attaches to the left of the rack The long outer bracket faces the front of the rack and the short bracket faces the rear of the rack The bracket flanges overlap the outer edge of the rack mounting rail Secure the long bracket to the front of the rack with two 1 2 inch 12 7 mm sc
53. ing VSM To choose Universal Datagram Protocol UDP unicast click the UDP radio button To choose UDP multicast click the UDP radio button then in the Multicast Address field enter the multicast address that the video encoder should use to multicast the video to VSMS Figure 3 36 Transport Option Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TP UDF Multicast Address D N hanve blank for unien Biirate Choore One Vanable Bitrate Quality i ee M f Ifthe Bitrate drop down list appears see Figure 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 Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDF Multicast Address Lira blank for unicast Bitrate choore One Yanable Bitrate Quality Cr ca my Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W g Ifthe Frame Rate drop down list seeFigure 3 38 choose the frame rate per second for the video stream from the camera The Frame Rate drop down list appears only if you chose JPEG for the media type Figure 3 38 Frame Rate Drop Down List Camera Feed Server
54. ing VSM W Figure 3 48 Server Drop Down List Camera Feed Server cheoce One 3 Media Type Format Resolution Transpor TCP UDF Wuhicsst Address arvi blank far unicast Biiraie Chora Gre Vanable Barate mu AR eS a ae b From the Media Type drop down list see Figure 3 49 choose the digital video encoding type for the video stream from the camera Figure 3 49 Media Type Drop Down List Camera Feed Server Choose One 4 Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCE UDF Multicast Address 0 leave blank for unicat Bitrate Choose One Warlable Bitrate Quality es TOTOE OOO ICSE OCO T c 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 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 50 Format Drop Down List Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDP Multicast Address Lesve blank dor unian Bitrate Choore Gne Vanable Bitrate Quality Peep eP Rasa ba bane PEP B
55. it as described in the previous procedure Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack The Multi Services Platform is designed to be installed in a standard 19 inch rack The chassis ships with one set of rail assemblies and the mounting screws and washers that you need to secure the system in a rack You also will need a medium size Phillips Head screwdriver and at least two people to position the Multi Services Platform in a rack The following sections describe how to rack mount the Multi Services Platform e Preparing to Rack Mount page 2 4 e Rack Mounting page 2 6 Preparing to Rack Mount Before you install the Multi Services Platform in a rack review the following guidelines Choosing a Location e Leave approximately 25 inches of clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open its front door completely if applicable e Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in back of the rack to allow for sufficient air flow and ease of servicing e The Multi Services Platform is intended for installation in a restricted access location such as a dedicated equipment room or service closet e Make sure that the rack is in an environment that meets these requirements for the Multi Services Platform Operating temperature S50 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 aa g OL 19733 01 Chapter2
56. lowing instructions See the installation instructions for your rack for additional information e The figures in these sections illustrate the 4 RU model The procedures are similar for 1 RU and 2 RU models Procedure Step 1 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 26 E OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Hi Figure 2 1 Attaching Inner Rack Rails a Place the inner rack rail on one side of the chassis aligning the hooks of the chassis with the holes in the rail The rail marked R attaches to the right of the chassis as you face the front of the chassis The rail marked L attaches to the left The wheels on the rails should face away from the chassis and the locking tabs on the rails should face the bottom of the chassis b Slide the rail toward to front of the chassis c Secure the rail to the chassis with four 1 2 inch 6 35 mm screws provided d Repeat this step for the other inner rack rail Step 2 Attach the outer rack rails to the Multi Services Platform There are two outer rack rails One attaches to each side of the rack and each connects to an inner rack ra
57. m the following procedure Each of the hard drives that you received should be the same so you can install them in any order and into any open slot on the front of the Multi Services Platform Make sure that each hard drive includes a label with a serial number that is identical to the serial number of the Multi Services Platform chassis Operating a Multi Services Platform with mismatched hard drives causes the system to rebuild the disk array and prevents the system from operating Procedure Press the red handle release button on the front of the hard drive The drive handle extends from the front of the hard drive With the red handle release button of the hard drive facing toward you and to the right push the drive straight into an open slot on the front of the Multi Services Platform until you feel resistance Push the drive handle toward the hard drive until the handle locks into place Repeat these steps until each hard drive is installed pP Tip 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 2 210 E OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Connecting to Power the Network and External Devices W Connecting to Power the Network and External Devices After you mount the Mult
58. mation Camera ame Description Status tnabled Encoder choose One Encoder Channel 1 c From the Status drop down list make sure that Enabled is selected as shown in Figure 3 29 Figure 3 29 Status Enabled Camera Information Camera Name l Description Status Enabled Encoder Chossa One Encoder Channel 1 d From the Encoder drop down list see Figure 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 EN OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 30 Encoder Drop Down List Add a New Analog Camera Camera Type Camere Grou Age Canika Mag inia Guion Fid Rights Camera Information Camera Hamme Description Stage Gnabled Encoder Choore Grin Encoder Channel 1 s e From the Encoder Channel drop down list see Figure 3 31 choose the video encoder input port that the camera connects to Figure 3 31 Encoder Channel Drop Down List Add a Hew Analog Camera Camera Type Camera Graps Ade Contig Map rife Giom Fists Rits Camera Information Camera Hama Description Statute fnebled EnGode r Choon Gre Encoder Channel 1 e Step6 In the Camera Feed area
59. ment with Centralized VSM Management 1 13 CHAPTER 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform 2 1 Unpacking the Multi Services Platform 2 2 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 ii WE Contents Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack 2 4 Preparing to Rack Mount 2 4 Rack Mounting 2 6 Installing Hard Drives 2 10 Connecting to Power the Network and External Devices 2 11 Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform 2 11 Powering On the System and Accessing the YaST Control Center 2 12 Configuring Network Settings 2 15 Setting the System Time 2 21 Configuring NIP 2 24 Where to Go from Here 2 29 cuapter 3 Configuring VSM 3 1 setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page 3 1 Configuring VSM 3 4 Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager 3 5 Adding Servers 3 6 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 a OL 19733 01 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 Expl
60. n Search 10 10 50 11 ciseo com Name Server 2 Name Server 3 b Inthe Hostname field enter the host name for the server c 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 EN OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E d Optional If this server will access up to 3 DNS servers enter the IP address of the servers in the Name Server 1 Name Server 2 and Name Server 3 fields e Optional In the Domain Search field enter one or more domains for searching Separate multiple domains with a comma space or carriage return f Click OK Step 8 In the Network Address Setup area click Next The Network Card Configuration Overview area appears Step9 In the Network Card Configuration Overview area click Finish The Multi Services Platform is now operating on the network Setting the System Time This section describes how to set the time for the Multi Services Platform It is important to set the time correctly so that the VSM system can accurately maintain information for video recording To set the time for the Multi Services Platform follow these steps Procedure Step1 Access the YaST Control Cent
61. n 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 OL 19733 01 EEN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 57 Username Field O Gamera requires authentication Username Password Confirm Password c In the Password field see Figure 3 58 enter the password that VSMS provides when accessing the camera The password is configured on the camera 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 Figure 3 58 Password Field O Camera requires authentication Username i Password Confirm Password d In the Confirm Password field see Figure 3 59 reenter the password Figure 3 59 Confirm Password Field O Gamera requires authentication Usermame gt 222 Password Confirm Password Step8 Click the Submit button to add the analog camera Step9 Repeat Step 4 through Step 8 as needed to add other cameras Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 336 OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Configuring Archives An archive is a recording of the feed from a camera in your VSM deployment Configuring archives is the p
62. nce Video Encoder Generic MPEG 4 Video RATP AMP UDF Indigo Vision Indigasood vnc VS2101 Mango Raven H Video Server Mango Raven H 104 Video Server Mango Raven M Video Server Pelco PelcoNet NETSOOT pee Choose One Enter the following regui Encoder Infor Encoder Type b In the Encoder Name field see Figure 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 E OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 18 Encoder Name Field Details Rights Encoder Information Encoder Type Choose One a Encoder Name Host IP Name O O O OOOO O c Optional In the Description field see Figure 3 19 enter a description for the video encoder For example the description could include the location or type of the video encoder Figure 3 19 Description Field Details Rights Encoder Information Encoder Type Choose One aa Encoder Name Host P Name d 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 OL 1973
63. nfiguring VSM Configuring VSM W Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager Step 1 Step 2 You perform the basic configuration of VSM by using the VSOM Operations Manager which you control through the VSOM Operator pages You can access these pages from a client PC that meets the requirements that the Client PCs section on page 1 10 describes To access the VSOM Operations Manager perform the following steps Before you begin make sure that you have performed the steps that are described in the Setting the VSOM Log In Page as the Default Web Page section on page 3 1 Procedure On aclient PC take these actions a Start Internet Explorer b Enter the IP address or the host name of the Multi Services Platform server that is running VSOM In the dialog box that prompts for a user name and password take these actions a In the Username field enter root The user name is not case sensitive b In the Password field enter secur4u The password is case sensitive c Click OK D Note If you are prompted to install the ActiveX controller AXclient follow the on screen prompts to do so 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 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 g Chapter3 Configurin
64. ng Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Ea OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 15 Accessing the Encoders Area UIDI Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Ops Fei Freferentes Log out Devices a Servers 0 NVRs DVRs 0 IP Network Cameras 0 amp PTZ Configuration 0 D monitors 0 The Encoders area appears Step 4 In the Encoders area click Add a New Encoder as shown in Figure 3 8 Figure 3 16 Choosing to Add an Encoder gt Encoders a A kmi Step 5 In the Encoder Information area in the Details tab take these actions a 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 OL 19733 01 MEEN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 17 Choosing an Encoder Type Choose One 2400 Video Server vi ARIS 2400 Video Server v2 AXIS 2400 Video Server ARIS 2401 Video Server v1 2401L Video Server u 2401 Video Server 2400 Video Server 2411 Video Server 2410 Video Server 24104 Video Server 2415 Video Server 24154 Video Server 2430 Video Server 24354 Video Server AXIS 2475 Video Server a Add a Neis 2505 MPEG 2 Video Server AXIS OF401 Video Server Cisco Analog Video Gateway Cisco IP Gateway Encoder CIVS SGxx Cornet iVDO Streamer 2 4 Cornet CO4 350 Cisco Video Surveilla
65. nto IP packets compress these packets and forward them to the network An analog camera must be connected to a video encoder to operate with VSM Client PCs Client PCs are computers that can connect to the network on which VSM runs and that you use to access various VSM features and perform various VSM operations These PCs are identified as follows e VSOM client PCs Provide access to the VSOM web based interface that you use to configure manage and operate VSM e VSVM client PCs Provides interactive access to live and recorded video which you can display on configured monitors 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 e Operating system Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 EE OL 19733 01 Chapter 1 Overview Deployment Scenarios e CPU Intel Core 2 Quad Q9650 3 0 Ghz Hewlett Packard xw4600 workstation e Memory 4 GB DDR2 3 5 GB usable e Graphics card ATI4850 512 MB e Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or 7 e Network connection Gigabit Ethernet GigE For standard definition video streams client PCs with this configuration support the loads that Table 1 6 shows For high definition video streams client PCs with this configuration support the loads that Table 1 7 shows
66. ntrol Center section on page 2 12 In the left panel of the YaST Control Center window click Network Devices then click Network Card in the right panel as shown in Figure 2 7 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform Figure 2 7 Accessing Network Configuration Options vast Control Center i pebu doy File Edit Help a Software DSL ISDN oe he F Hardware F Modem t Network Card tf Hebwork Devices Hak Network Services i C Security and Users pj A L Wirtua lization r 3 4 rt f se Mis llarecus wA The YaST2 window appears as shown in Figure 2 8 g Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E Figure 2 8 YaST2 Window Use NetworkManager to have a desktop applet Network Setup Method manage connections for all interfaces It is well suited to switching among wired and multiple wireless networks Use the Traditional Method with ifup if you do net run a desktop environment GNOME or KDE or need to use multiple interfaces at once Network Setup Method User Controlled with NetworkManager Cy Tra
67. ons 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 2 322 E OL 19733 01 Chapter 3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 34 Format Drop Down List Camera Feed Servel Choose One Media Type l Format Resolution Transport TCP UDF Multicast Address Leave blank for unicart Bitrate Choore One Variable Bitrate Quality ET I A FOIA BG CII CHASES ASSET ICIAP SEITE IL d From the Resolution drop down list see Figure 3 35 choose the resolution for the video stream from the camera The options in this list depend on the video encoder that you chose for this camera Figure 3 35 Resolution Drop Down List Camera Feed Server Choose ne Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDP Multicast Address heave blank for unieas Bitrate Choore One w Vanable Bitrate Quality Ce terrene e For the Transport option seeFigure 3 36 take one of these actions to designate the protocol that 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 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 ym Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configur
68. ore One Vanable Bitrate Quality TRE LMEEOR TOURER OTOP ERT RUST RTO Te ren A a ee ee f From the Bitrate drop down list see Figure 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 Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDF Multicast Address Lave blank for wnisar Bitrate choore One Variable Bitrate Quality error ceric pater eea nT Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 PEEN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM g From the Frame Rate drop down list see Figure 3 54 choose the frame rate per second for the video stream from the camera The Frame Rate drop down list appears only if you chose JPEG for the media type Figure 3 54 Frame Rate Drop Down List Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TCP UDP Multicast Address Leave blank for unicast Frame Rate choose One Variable Bitrate wa i catalase on ta eda a ae ln g h Use the Quality slider see Figure 3 55 to specify the quality of the video stream The slider displays a numerical value when you move it Use these numbers to help determine the setting that yo
69. ou will run VSMS Step4 If you will use VSVM take the following actions to configure the server that will run VSVM a Click Servers under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page as shown in Figure 3 7 on page 3 7 The Servers area appears b In the Servers area click Add a New Server as shown in Figure 3 8 on page 3 8 c Inthe 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 ENN OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 13 Choosing a VSVM Server Type Add a New Server Details Fights Server Information Server Type Video Surveillance Media Server VEMS wt Sar N Video Surveillance Media Server VSMS THU oUt Video Surveillance Virtual Matrix wsm nde ena Description wideo Surveillance Backup Server VSMS Backup Host IP Name This address must be accessible by VSOM and VSOM clients d Inthe Server Name field enter a name for server Enter a descriptive name that can help you identify the server The name can include any combination of characters and spaces e Optional In the Description field enter a description for the server For example the description could include the location or type of the server f In the Host IP Name field enter the host name or
70. 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 This chapter includes these topics e How to Use this Manual page 1 1 e Planning for Your Installation page 1 2 e Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System page 1 7 e Deployment Scenarios page 1 11 How to Use this Manual This manual introduces you to the Cisco VSM environment and guides you through the installation and initial configuration of the Cisco VSM software and the Cisco Multi Services Platform hardware It also provides reference information for ongoing administration and operation of the system Table 1 1 suggests how to use this manual It describes how to obtain overview information and summarizes the activities that you perform when you first deploy VSM and its associated hardware and devices It also provides information about performing ongoing system administration management and operation activities Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 EEN Chapter1 Overview W Planning for Your Installation Table 1 1 How to Use this Manual Activity Reference Step 1 Learn about the system Review the introduction to the Cisco See the Introducing the Cisco Video video surveillance syst
71. quired for Installation page 1 3 mi Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 Chapter 1 Overview Planning for Your Installation e Information Required for Configuring a Multi Services Platform page 1 4 e Information Required for Configuring VSM page 1 5 Items Required for Installation Table 1 2 describes the items that a typical installation requires Table 1 2 Required Items item Description Items required for all installations Power source and power protection The Multi Services Platform connects to a standard 110 volt AC outlet Network connectivity The Multi Services Platform connects to your network with a standard Category 5 network cable The network should be set up and configured before you begin Keyboard monitor and mouse Performing the initial configuration of the Multi Services Platform requires you to connect a keyboard monitor and mouse to the device You can use a standard PC monitor The keyboard and mouse can have standard 6 pin or USB connectors Items required for rack mounting a Multi Services Platform Rack The device mounts in a standard 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 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting
72. rd c In the Confirm Password field see Figure 3 23 reenter the password Figure 3 23 Confirm Password Field Authentication Username New Password Confirm Password Click the Submit button to add the encoder Repeat Step 4 through Step 7 as needed to add other video encoders Adding Analog Cameras Adding analog cameras is the process of configuring information about the analog cameras that will operate in your VSM deployment This information includes the name of each camera and information about its video stream 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 OL 19733 01 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 Jg Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Procedure Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager section on page 3 5 In the VSOM Operator page click the Admin link which appears near the top left of the page see Figure 3 24 Figure 3 24 Admin Link jafi Video Surveillance CiscO Operations Manager Admin Help Preferences Log out The Administration area appears Click Analog Cameras under Devices in the left panel of the VSOM Operator page as shown in Figure 3 25 Figure 3 25 Accessing the Analog
73. re a host name rather than an IP address for access to VSMS if clients will access VSMS through a system that translates the VSMS IP address such through another network or through a firewall that performs network address translation NAT In this case make sure that each client can resolve the host name For example you could configure DNS or edit the Windows Hosts file on each VSOM client see your DNS or Windows documentation for details Adding video encoders If Obtain the following information for each video your deployment includes encoder analog cameras configure e Model number information about video encoders which convert e IP address or host name analog video into digital e User name required to access the device if video that can be used by applicable VSM e Password required to access the device if applicable Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 ie g OL 19733 01 Chapter1 Overview Introducing the Cisco Video Surveillance System W Table 1 4 Overview of Basic VSM Configuration Tasks continued Configuration Task Required Information Adding analog cameras Obtain the following information for each analog Configure information about camera each analog camera in your e Video encoder that it connects to VSM deployment e Video encoder input port that it connects to e VSMS that is to manage the camera In addition determine the v
74. rews and secure the short bracket to the rear of the rack with three 1 2 inch 12 7 mm screws The screws are provide with your Multi Services Platform Step3 Place the Multi Services Platform in a rack by referring to Figure 2 3 and performing the actions that follow Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 28 E OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack Hi Figure 2 3 Placing the Server in a rack a Confirm that the inner and outer rack rails are installed on the Multi Services Platform and on the rack b Align the chassis inner rack rails with the front of the outer rack rails c Slide the chassis inner rack rails into the outer rack rails keeping even pressure on both sides of the device You may have to depress the locking tabs on the inner rack rail when inserting the device d 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 EN Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W installing Hard Drives Installing Hard Drives gt Caution Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 If you ordered a Multi Services Platform 2 RU or 4 RU model you must install the hard drives that you ordered for the system To install hard drives perfor
75. rise with autonomous branch locations that wants to manage and operate 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 EE OL 19733 01 Chapter1 Overview Deployment Scenarios W Figure 1 4 Multiple Site Deployment Distributed VSM Management Multi Services Platform Multi Services Platform Multi Services Platform VSOM Client VSVM Client VS0OM Client VSVM Client Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 iis Chapter1 Overview W Deployment Scenarios Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 rie E OL 19733 01 CHAPTER 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 For more information see the Cisco Multi Services Platform section on page 1 9 The chapter guides you through installing setting up and performing the initial configuration of your Cisco Multi Services Platform After you complete the procedures that this chapter describes you can confi
76. rocess of designating a camera feed that you want to record setting parameters for the recording and specifying a schedule for the recording The feed includes video and depending on the camera and VSM configuration may include audio A recorded feed is called an archive You can display archives when you need to review a video surveillance feed You can configure any of the following schedule types for a recording e Simple Schedule Recording occurs during one or more designated time periods You specify the start date and time and end date and time for each period e Recurring Schedule Recording occurs on a weekly schedule For each day you can the time range or ranges in which recording occurs and you can specify start and stop dates for the entire schedule e Continuous Loop Records continuously and the system retains video for the time period that you designate Procedure Step1 Access the VSOM Operations Manager as described in the Accessing Video Surveillance Operations Manager section on page 3 5 Step2 Inthe VSOM Operator page click the Admin link which appears near the top left of the page see Figure 3 60 Figure 3 60 Admin Link TULLE Video Surveillance CISCO Operations Manager Admin Help Preferences Logout The Administration area appears Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 EEN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM
77. t you are configuring If there is not enough capacity when you submit the archive the archive operation does not start and VSMS generates an error message Force VSMS starts recording even if there is not enough capacity for the archive that is configured If you choose this option make sure to provide enough disk space for the archive that you want 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 OL 19733 01 SEN Chapter3 Configuring VSM W Configuring VSM Figure 3 67 Force Start Drop Down List Details Archive Type Backup Rights Archive Information Archive Name OO Status Force Start Media Server version gt 6 only Keep on Server after the recording has finished e From the Keep on Server drop down list see Figure 3 68 choose the number of days that 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 Detaits Archive Type Backup Rights Archive Information Archive Name OOOO O ma pC Status Force Start Media Server version gt 6 only Keep on Server Forever v after the recording has finished Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 E
78. trol Center follow these Steps Procedure Step1 Power on the Multi Services Platform by pressing the power button on its front panel see Figure 2 4 Figure 2 4 Power Button Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 P22 E OL 19733 01 Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform E The system boots up It displays several screens of information during this process It also displays several prompts for information or optional actions D Note Do not respond to the prompts that appear during boot up Instead let the system accept the default values and continue with the boot process Step2 When the system prompts you for a user name and password take these actions a In the Username field enter root The user name is not case sensitive b In the Password field enter secur4u The password is case sensitive c Click the return button next to the Password field or press the Enter key The server desktop appears Step3 Click the programs menu icon which appears in the lower left corner of your screen Choose System gt YaST as shown in Figure 2 5 Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 EZEN Chapter 2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Performing the Initial Configuration of the Multi Services Platform
79. u want as follows For MPEG 2 MPEG 4 and H 264 media types values of 1 through 49 designate the relative priority that frame rate has over compression Values of 50 through 100 designate the relative priority that compression has over frame rate 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 2 334 D OL 19733 01 Chapter3 Configuring VSM Configuring VSM W Figure 3 55 Quality Slider Camera Feed Server Choose One Media Type Format Resolution Transport TcP UDF Multicast Address 00 leave blank dor unicast Bitrate choore One Variable Bitrate Quality reer Step7 In the Camera requires authentication area in the Camera Type tab take these actions a Check the Camera requires authentication check box see Figure 3 56 if the camera allows access from VSMS only if VSMS provides valid authentication credentials Figure 3 56 Camera Requires Authentication Check Box sa O Camera requires authentication Usemame Password Confirm Password b In the Username field see Figure 3 57 enter the user name that VSMS provides when accessing the camera The user name is configured on the camera and the value that you enter i
80. unit rack assembly be aware that the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room e Make sure that there is sufficient air flow for safe operation of the Multi Services Platform e Leave at least 1 rack unit RU of space between devices in the same rack e Mount the Multi Services Platform in a manner that ensures that a hazardous condition does not arise due to uneven mechanical loading Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Getting Started Guide Release 4 2 6 2 OL 19733 01 EN Chapter2 Setting Up and Configuring the Multi Services Platform W Mounting the Multi Services Platform in a Rack e Consider the connection of equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that possible overloading of circuits may have on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring Consider equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this issue e Maintain areliable ground The rack itself should be grounded Pay particular to power supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit for example power strips Rack Mounting To install the Multi Services Platform in a rack perform the following procedure You will need a medium size Phillips head screwdriver to secure the rails to the Multi Services Platform chassis and to the rack Ss Note e There are a variety of racks available The procedure for your rack may be slightly different than the fol

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