Panasonic Admin Console Wjmpu955a Operating Instructions

							Appendix A 
 
 
147 
 RS485 DATA PORT 
Field Data 
Data Description: Specifies serial communication packet size. 
Validation: 5 = 5bits, 6 = 6bits, 7 = 7bits, 8 = 8bits 
Default Setting: 8 
Parity Description: Specifies serial communication parity bits. 
Validation: 0 = None, 1 = Odd, 2 = Even 
Default Setting: 0 
Stop Bit Description: Specifies serial communication stop bits. 
Validation: 1 = One bit, 2 = Two bits 
Default Setting: 1 
Mode Description: Specifies serial communication packet mode 
Validation: 0 = Fixed size - When the receiving serial data size reaches the size in Data size , 
the encoder will send a packet to the network. 
1 = Timer - When it has past a longer waiting time for receiving data than the entered time in 
Timer, the encoder will send a packet to the network. 
Default Setting: 0 
Data Size Description: Specifies maximum data size in a single packet while transmitting data. This 
setting is only effective when Mode is set to 0. 
Validation: 1 - 1024 byte(s) 
Default Setting: 200 
Timer Description: Specifies maximum waiting time while transmitting data. This setting is only 
effective when Mode is set to 1. 
Validation: 10 - 1000 ms (in 10ms intervals) 
Default Setting: 100 
Destination Setup Description: Specifies a destination for serial to IP communication. 
Validation: 0 = Use default destination IP address - Serial data will be sent to the IP address 
contained in the received packet at the encoder side. 
1 = Use following configuration, Destination IP address and Destination Port No. 
Default Setting: 0 
Destination IP 
Address Description: Specifies a destination IP address for serial to LAN communication. This setting 
is only effective when Destination Setup is set to 1. 
Validation: Dotted decimal format 
Default Setting: (None) 
Destination Port  
No. Description: Specifies a send IP port number for serial to LAN communication. This setting is 
only effective when Destination Setup is set to 1. 
Validation: hexadecimal numeral, 0000 -FFFF 
Default Setting: (None) 
Receiving Port  
No. Description: Specifies a receiving IP port number for serial to LAN communication. 
Validation: hexadecimal numeral, 0000 -FFFF 
Default Setting: (None) 
Comment Description: A string to put comment notes. 
Validation: Within 16 characters. 
Default Setting: (None) 
 
  
						

							Appendix A 
 
 
148  Specific Notification (Currently Not Supported) 
 
This is the setup for a specific encoder or decoder that sends alarm notifications to 
another device (except MPU955A). 
 
When Alarm Notification is set up, it is not necessary to change these settings.
 
 
 SPECIFIC NOTIFICATION 
Field Data 
Device ID Description: GX device identifier is a local physical number that is uniquely identified within a 
system domain. Its format is shown as below: 
        _ _ _ _  _ X X X  device id (by rotary SW of an encoder front panel) 
        X X X X X _ _ _   device type  
Validation: Device type [0x0F000 encode, 0x1F000 decoder, other reserved] 
Default Setting: 0x0F000XXX 
XXX is the value registered in Address[SW1] of the previous page . 
Note: See MPEG2 Encoder and MPEG2 Decoder Operating Instructions. 
Sub Device 
Classification Description: Specifies a device classification of an encoder or a decoder. 
Validation: 20 = camera of an encoder, 21 = encoder DSP of an encoder, 29 = a decoder 
Default Setting: (None) 
Sub Device ID Description: GX sub device identifier is a local physical number that is uniquely identified 
within the device. It also refers as a channel. 
Validation: 0 - 3 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm TCP Description: Specifies whether to use TCP for alarm notification. 
Validation: 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm TCP 
Destination Description: Specifies the destination for alarm notification using TCP. 
Validation: 0 for WJ-MPU955A, 1 for other device. When this value is set to 1, Alarm TCP/ IP 
address and Alarm TCP Port No. are effective. 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm TCP/IP 
Address Description: Specifies a destination IP address for TCP alarm notification. This setting is 
effective only when Alarm TCP Destination is 1. 
Validation: Dotted decimal format IP address - 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm TCP Port  
No. Description: Specifies a destination IP port for TCP alarm notification. This setting is effective 
only when Alarm TCP Destination is 1. 
Validation: hexadecimal numeral 0000 -FFFF 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm UDP Description: Specifies whether to enable UDP for alarm notification 
Validation: 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm UDP 
Destination Description: Specifies the destination for alarm notification using UDP. 
Validation: 0 for WJ-MPU955A, 1 for other device. When this value is set to 1, Alarm UDP IP 
address and Alarm UDP Port No. are effective. 
Default Setting: (None)  
						

							Appendix A 
 
 
149 
 SPECIFIC NOTIFICATION 
Field Data 
Alarm UDP IP 
address  Description: Specifies a destination IP address for TCP alarm notification. This setting is 
effective only when Alarm UDP Destination is 1. 
Validation: Dotted decimal format IP address - 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm UDP Port  
No. Description: Specifies a destination IP port for TCP alarm notification. This setting is effective 
only when Alarm UDP Destination is 1. 
Validation: hexadecimal numeral 0000 -FFFF 
Default Setting: (None) 
Alarm  
Retransmission 
Timer Description: Specifies a retry timer for an alarm notification. When device does not receive a 
response of an alarm notification packet, it sends the same packet after this timer expires. 
Validation: decimal numeral 0-255 
Default Setting: (None) 
Comment Description: A string to put comment notes.        
Validation: Within 16 characters. 
Default Setting: (None) 
 
  
						

							Appendix B 
 
 
150 
Appendix B 
 
The color codes in the table below are used in the Foreground Color field of the 
Decoder details, as described on page 144. 
 
COLOR CODE COLOR CODECOLOR CODECOLOR CODE
Aliceblue  0  Deeppink  38 Lime  76 Rosybrown  114 
Antiquewhite  1  Deepskyblue  39 Limegreen  77 Royalblue  115 
Aqua  2  Dimgray  40 Linen  78 Saddlebrown  116 
Aquamarine 3 Dodgerblue  41 Magenta  79 Salmon  117 
Azure  4  Firebrick  42 Maroon  80 Sandybrown  118 
Beige 5 Floralwhite 43 Mediumaquamarine 81 Seagreen  119 
Bisque  6  Forestgreen  44 Mediumblue  82 Seashell  120 
Black  7  Fuchsia  45 Mediumorchid  83 Sienna  121 
Blanchedalmond  8  Gainsboro  46 Mediumpurple  84 Silver  122 
Blue  9  Ghostwhite  47 Mediumseagreen  85 Skyblue  123 
Blueviolet  10 Gold  48 Mediumslateblue  86 Slateblue  124 
Brown  11 Goldenrod  49 Mediumspringgreen  87 Slategray  125 
Burlywood  12 Gray  50 Mediumturquoise  88 Snow  126 
Cadetblue  13 Green  51 Mediumvioletred  89 Springgreen  127 
Chartreuse  14 Greenyellow  52 Midnightblue  90 Steelblue  128 
Chocolate  15 Honeydew  53 Mintcream  91 Tan  129 
Coral  16 Hotpink  54 Mistyrose  92 Teal  130 
Cornflowerblue  17 Indianred  55 Moccasin  93 Thistle  131 
Cornsilk 18 Indigo  56 Navajowhite 94 Tomato  132 
Crimson 19 Ivory  57 Navy 95 Turquoise 133 
Cyan  20 Khaki  58 Oldlace  96 Violet  134 
Darkblue  21 Lavender  59 Olive  97 Wheat  135 
Darkcyan  22 Lavenderblush  60 Olivedrab  98 White  136 
Darkgoldenrod  23 Lawngreen  61 Orange  99 Whitesmoke  137 
Darkgray 24 Lemonchiffon 62 Orangered  100 Yellow  138 
Darkgreen  25 Lightblue  63 Orchid  101 Yellowgreen  139 
Darkkhaki  26 Lightcoral  64 Palegoldenrod  102 T_Black (translucence) 140 
Darkmagenta  27 Lightcyan  65 Palegreen 103 T_Blue (translucence) 141 
Darkolivegreen  28 Lightgoldenrodyellow 66 Paleturquoise 104 T_Red (translucence) 142 
Darkorange  29 Lightgreen  67 Palevioletred 105 T_Purple (translucence) 143 
Darkorchid  30 Lightgrey  68 Papayawhip  106 T_Green (translucence) 144 
Darkred  31 Lightpink  69 Peachpuff  107 T_Cyan (translucence)  145 
Darksalmon  32 Lightsalmon  70 Peru  108 T_Yellow (translucence) 146 
Darkseagreen  33 Lightseagreen  71 Pink  109 T_White (translucence) 147 
Darkslateblue  34 Lightskyblue  72 Plum  110 Transparent   148 
Darkslategray  35 Lightslategray  73 Powderblue  111    
Darkturquoise  36 Lightsteelblue  74 Purple  112    
Darkviolet  37 Lightyellow  75 Red  113     
						

							Glossary 
 
 
151   
Glossary 
 
Acronyms 
 
CPort – camera control port 
CPreset – camera preset (preset position) 
CPU – central processing unit, part of an NSS 
CPUMS – CPU management switch 
CSG – camera surveillance group 
DVD-R – digital videodisc, recordable 
EA – Ethernet address (i.e., MAC address) 
GUI – graphical user interface 
IP – Internet protocol 
IPA – Internet protocol address 
LCPU – local CPU 
MCPU – main central processing unit, part of the NSS specified as A or B 
MSA – monitor surveillance area 
NSS – network security system 
OSD – on-screen display 
PC – personal computer 
PTZF – a group acronym representing the four camera-control functions: P
an, 
T
ilt, Zoom, and Focus 
VPort – video port 
  
						

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152 
Terms 
  
active CPU  – The central processing unit of a network security system 
operating in the “active” mode, provi ding centralized control of the 
entire system.  It may be backed  up by a redundant CPU operating in 
standby mode, which is capable of  taking over as the active CPU at 
any instant - upon instruction from the management switch. 
admin console  – A PC-based graphical user  interface (GUI) that facilitates 
the interaction between an NSS (network security system) and a 
system administrator. 
alarm  – A programmed association between  an event and an action (normally 
an automated sequence).  For example: motion is detected on a video 
camera, and this event triggers  a pre-programmed action, such as a 
camera preset that is executed automatically by the system.  A user 
can also control an alarm. 
alarm identification  number  – A decimal number that uniquely identifies an 
alarm within the system. 
alarm  monitor  – An external device that receives alarm status information 
from the Main CPU, which acts as an interface with an external 
alarm system - able to respond to NSS event sources, such as: video 
loss detection, motion detection, or  digital input state change 
detection. 
area  –   An administrator’s selective  grouping of several locally numbered 
monitors and one or more contro llers.  A control/communications 
center for security will contain one or more areas. 
backup CPU  – Same as redundant CPU. 
camera identification number  – Unique record ID assigned by MPU955A 
Admin Console as a camera is adde d, in order to identify one camera 
to the system. 
camera  preset (CPreset) – A predetermined camera position. 
camera  spot  – A camera and its associated pr eset position.  Also referred to 
as: spot. 
camera surveillance group (CSG)  – Several cameras committed to an 
identifiable physical space likely to  be viewed from one or more 
monitors as a preset or tour.  Th is grouping can be a basis for logical 
numbering.  For example, a CSG could be committed to a concourse, 
gift shop, cash register, or loading dock. 
camera-to-monitor  permissions  – Permit a camera to be viewed on certain 
monitors, while denying access to others. 
camera  number  – A unique number permanently assigned to the specific 
location and port of an individual,  installed camera.  It is always 
linked to a “logical” camera number ( See logical camera number).  
						

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153  central processing unit (CPU) – The part of a network security system 
(NSS) that controls the functioning of the entire system, which it 
also enables.  Operates on either active or standby status.  If active, it 
is the Main CPU; if in standby, it is the redundant (or backup) CPU. 
compensation – Hardware capability to boosting signal strength in a response 
to the length of the cable length installed: short, medium, or long. 
controller – A user tool for selecting and aiming a surveillance camera.  Can 
be either a GUI screen image, or a physical device with a set of 
alphanumeric keys and a joystick. 
control port (CPort) – Input port on the video input board. 
controller-to-alarm permissions – Permit a controller to access certain 
alarms, while denying access to others. 
controller-to-camera control permissions – Permit a controller to control a 
certain camera, while denying access to others. 
controller-to-camera view permissions – Permit a controller to view the 
output of a certain camera, while denying access to others. 
controller-to-group sequence permissions – Permit a controller to conduct a 
certain group tour, while denying access to others. 
controller-to-monitor permissions – Permit a controller to access a certain 
monitor, while denying access to others. 
CPU management switch – Also called “management switch,” or “Mgmt 
Sw.”  See management switch. 
Ethernet address (EA) – A unique 48-bit address hardwired into the 
electronics of the Ethernet board of the network device.  The address 
is written in hexadecimal form.  Example:  3C.80.7F.13.83.2A  
(Also known as MAC address.)  This is not the same as an Internet 
Protocol (IP) address. 
Ethernet controller – A system controller that communicates via an Ethernet 
physical-layer interface. 
event generator – A device that indicates the occurrence of several external 
events to the Main CPU, via a single physical interface.  The Main 
CPU responds to event indications as instructions to execute pre-
programmed actions, such as triggering an alarm, closing outputs, or 
running tours.  External alarm and card-access systems are examples 
of event generators. 
group preset – A collection of monitor-camera pairings, whereby in a single 
shot, a group of monitors will display video output from cameras at 
specific preset positions.  
group sequence – An automated sequence of group preset steps. 
GUI controller – A system that provides a user with a PC-based graphical 
user interface (GUI) controller emulating specific keyboard 
controllers.  
						

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154  ID number – Component ID and tour ID numbers are used primarily in the 
permission tabs to identify one component or sequence from another 
in row and column style.  Since logical and local numbers are not 
necessarily unique or consecutive, and the permission grids must be 
displayed as consecutive, unique numbers, MPU955A Admin 
Console automatically generates this number in consecutive order.  
Upon adding components or tours, the system will automatically 
assign the next available number. 
Internet Protocol (IP) address – A unique 32-bit identifier for a specific 
computer or other device (such as a printer) on a TCP/IP network. IP 
addresses are in dotted decimal form, with each of the four address 
fields assigned a value from 0 to 255.  Example: 128.127.050.224 
keyboard – When not referring to the keyboard part of a PC, a keyboard in 
the context of an NSS could be another name for a controller.  See 
system controller. 
keyboard controller – Usually a controller.  See controller. 
local monitor number – One of a set of numbers assigned to the monitors 
within an area, which map onto the system’s internal monitor 
numbering plan.  An operator selects a monitor by local number. 
location – A name assigned to an area by an NSS administrator to help users 
locate components in the system. 
logical camera number – A decimal number, within the range 1 to 99999, 
assigned by an NSS administrator to enable users to select one or 
more camera views.  For example, while logical camera numbers 
885001, 885002, 885003, 885004, 885005, etc. could be assigned the 
main public space at 885 Park Avenue, 34001, 34002, 34003, 34004, 
etc. could be for another area, such as airline boarding gate 34. 
logical number – A number assigned to a component from the point of view 
of the system.  See also ID number. 
logical output number – A decimal number within the range 1 to 99999, 
which uniquely identifies an alarm output to the system.  A user will 
use this number when selecting an output.  The system administrator 
assigns logical output numbers. 
main CPU – The central processing unit of an NSS (Network Security 
System) operating in the “active” mode, providing centralized 
control of the entire system.  It may be backed up by a redundant 
CPU operating in standby mode, and capable of taking over at any 
instant upon instruction from the management switch. 
management switch – A device that monitors the system’s main processing 
node (main CPU).  Upon detecting a failure, the management switch 
directs the redundant CPU to take control of the system. 
MCPU – See main CPU.      
						

							Glossary 
 
 
155  monitor – A CRT (cathode ray tube) dedicated to viewing images generated 
by one or more of the components of a surveillance system. 
network security system (NSS) – Large-scale matrix system that performs 
functions such as camera control, switching, automatic alarm 
processing, and provision of an on-screen display. 
operator – A person (operator) who accesses the system, selects resources, 
and controls selected system resources. 
operator identification number – A decimal number that uniquely identifies 
an operator to the system; a user will use this number when logging 
onto the system. 
operator password – A unique decimal number that must be presented along 
with an operator’s ID number each time he or she logs onto the 
system. 
redundant CPU – A central processing unit in the “standby” mode, always 
ready to take control of the entire system upon command from the 
CPU management switch.  After taking control of the system, the 
redundant CPU becomes the active CPU. 
RS-485 controller – A system controller that communicates via an RS-485 
physical layer interface. 
RS-485 interface – A specialized interface common in the world of data 
acquisition.  Capable of supporting 32 drivers and 32 receivers 
engaging in bi-directional, half duplex, multi-drop communications 
over a single twisted pair.  The differential voltage transmission 
system enables a maximum cable length of 4,000 feet. 
spot – Usually means the same as “camera spot.” 
system administrator – A person who manages a network system by 
configuring system hardware, programming system features, 
monitoring system status, controlling overall system operation, and 
reviewing system logs. 
system controller (controller) - A device that controls a WJ-SX850 system.  
Typically, a system controller is an input/output device operating by 
itself, or by a user.  Any device that conforms to the system 
controller interface specifications can be a system controller. 
system resources – Objects such as monitors, cameras, alarms, alarm outputs, 
etc.  Most system resources are available for direct control by a user.  
Also, configured memory available for performing various tasks 
within a PC operating system. 
tour sequence – An automated sequence of steps, whereby, in a single shot, a 
single monitor displays video output from a series of cameras that 
have gone to specific preset positions.  
						

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156  user – A person (administrator) who accesses the MPU955A Admin Console 
system, selects resources, and controls the operation of the system 
via the system configuration. 
user name – An alphanumeric representation that uniquely identifies an 
administrator to the system.  A user will use this name when logging 
onto the MPU955A Admin Console system.  It is case sensitive. 
user password – A unique alphanumeric string of characters that must be 
presented along with a user’s name each time he or she logs onto the 
Admin Console system.  It is case sensitive. 
video port (VPort) – Port on the video crosspoint input board that is 
connected to the output from the video input board.