1. Introduction to NetStation and V-DRS
Alnet Systems
Introduction to NetStation and V-DRS

2. Alnet Servers Alnet NetStation Open Platform Video Management Solution
NetStation is an Advanced System for video and sound recording from IP and Analog Cameras
The System is based on the highly reliable VDR-S application by Alnet Systems
The Alnet servers are Windows based
The system are fully supported supported locally (South Africa) and remotely via ADSL
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3. Alnet Servers Alnet System Features
VDR-S is the software application installed on each of the Alnet Servers
H.264 Compression is used. This is the replacement for MPEG4. H.264 is a standard for video compression, and is equivalent to MPEG-4 Part 10, or MPEG-4 AVC
User Friendly GUI
Camera configuration menu allows precise parameters settings for each of the cameras. Each camera can be set up individually.
Archives are available instantly and supply a user friendly time line to find incidents. These archives are available to anybody on the network that has been granted access to the material.
Advanced motion detection
Interactive electronic map (e-map) is an optional feature which shows floor plan and corresponding camera locations.
system alerts to managers: signal loss, camera disconnected, user login and logout, start-up and shutdown of system etc.
Alnet Client software for remote viewing via the LAN or ADSL (both Server and Client must be connected to same LAN or ADSL)
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4. Alnet Servers Specific Features Server
Windows 7 (32bit) based server, core i7, 4GB RAM, Intel MBD, ATI graphic card
Max video resolution
HD Analogue, 10 Megapixel IP (camera dependant)
Browser management interface
NetStation IP software, VDRS Server software, CMS Professional Client software
Remote access
Yes, up to 16 servers simultaneously
Number of concurrent users
999
Compression Method
DJPEG, MPEG4, H.264, MJPEG (system dependant)
Storage capacity
Expandable to required capacity
Storage and Backup type
DVD, USB, HDD
External storage + HDD extendible
Yes
Video Inputs
4, 8, 12, 16, 32, Hybrid, IP (max 32)
Recording Mode
Pre and Post recording, motion, schedule, always on alarm input
Type of protection & levels
Username + password, multiple levels
Data export
JPG, AVI, proprietry VSD
Network/Internet connectivity
TCP/IP
Video outputs
VGA, HDMI (system dependant)
System operation
Mouse, keyboard, joystick, touch screen
Certifications
CE, FCC
Warranty
3 years
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5. Server Recommendations
Provision should be made for an industrial UPS to run the entire server system. Power for the system should be provided through a dedicated "RED CIRCUIT" (NOT THROUGH EARTH LEAKAGE) with UPSs at each Power supply point.
Maximum distance from PoE switch to furthest camera: 100m. Power must be provided for the PoE Switches [220VAC].
All Alnet servers should be housed in a lockable server cabinet with the following recommendations:
Depth 800mm
Equip with a fan
Rear Extension Closet for cable management
The cabinets should be in an air-conditioned environment to prevent the server equipment from overheating.
In order to comply with the required installation standards the cabinet must be positioned in an air conditioned room and on a raised platform.
The cabinet will need a clearance area of 1m around the perimeter to allow technicians unobstructed access.
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6. Remote Viewing Client Application (CMS) Mobile Client
CMS Professional is an advanced client application that works in conjunction with NetStation servers. The software provides the capability to view multiple sites remotely via an ADSL connection.
Client software is also able to record footage offering further redundancy.
Recorded footage can be accessed through the Archive module which has all of the same functionality as the Server
User limitations can be set on Client applications by the system administrator
Client software is distributed free of charge.
Mobile Client
Video client software for mobile devices
CMS mobile is supported by iPhone, android, blackberry and windows phone
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7. VDR-S Introduction Camera Configuration Viewing Archives PTZ Control
Exporting Video Footage
E-map
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8. Camera Configuration
VDR-S software enables the user to setup and define individual camera characteristics. The process is very simple as illustrated below.
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9. Camera Configuration
After selecting configuration >> Cameras from the drop down menu the following ‘Camera settings’ window will appear .
Select Camera
Select Configuration tab
Name Camera Appropriately
Click Apply when done
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10. Viewing Archives
Archives can be accessed instantly by clicking on the archives tab (top left corner of screen) as shown below.
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11. Viewing Archives
The Archives window will open displaying a time line at the top of the screen. Dragging the mouse along the time line will display a date, time as well as the corresponding video images.
Time Line
Select Date
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12. PTZ Control
Select the PTZ icon to the left of the screen to bring up the PTZ control interface
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13. Exporting to AVI
Enter the Archives and click on the export icon as shown below
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14. Exporting to AVI
Fill in the required parameters before exporting the video footage to an AVI file
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15. E-map
Interactive electronic map (e-map) is an optional feature which shows floor plan and corresponding camera locations.
Clicking on a camera icon will open full screen view of camera on adjacent screen (dual screen)
A red ring around the camera indicates motion detection
An alarm icon can be placed at any point where an alarm input is in use and will flash when activated. For example a door being opened.
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16. E-map
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17. Contact
Alnet Africa Raicom Tel: Fax:
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