The Ivideon Bridge B1610 is a device designed to connect various video recording equipment, such as digital and analog video recorders and IP cameras, to the Ivideon cloud video surveillance system. It acts as a central hub, allowing users to record video to a cloud archive, work with a local archive, record events, and watch live video feeds.
Function Description:
The primary function of the Ivideon Bridge B1610 is to facilitate the integration of existing video surveillance infrastructure with the Ivideon cloud platform. It supports a wide range of devices and protocols, making it a versatile solution for expanding or upgrading surveillance systems. Once connected, the Bridge enables cloud-based video storage, remote viewing, and event management. It allows for the connection of up to 16 cameras or video recorder channels, with a maximum total bit rate of 32 Mbps. This means users can monitor multiple locations or angles through a single Ivideon account. The device is designed for ease of setup and configuration, guiding users through the process of connecting their cameras and activating pricing plans for cloud services.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Supported Devices: Digital and analog video recorders, IP cameras.
- Supported Protocols: RTSP, ONVIF, Dahua, Hikvision ISAPI. This broad compatibility ensures that a wide array of existing surveillance equipment can be integrated.
- Maximum Connected Devices: Any combination of 16 cameras or video recorder channels. This limit is crucial for planning system capacity.
- Maximum Total Bit Rate: 32 Mbps. This specification is vital for ensuring sufficient internet upload speed to support all connected cameras without video distortion or unavailability.
- Video: H.264 compression. Resolution, bit rate, and frames per second (FPS) are limited by the end device but must not exceed a total bit rate of 32 Mbps.
- Audio: AAC, G.711, G.726. This indicates support for common audio codecs, allowing for audio recording alongside video.
- Power Supply: DC 5V/2A. This is a standard power requirement, making it easy to find compatible power sources if needed.
- Dimensions: 100 × 100 × 15 mm. The compact size makes it easy to place discreetly.
- Weight: 100 g (260 g with packaging). Its light weight contributes to its portability and ease of installation.
- Ports:
- Charge indicator: Provides visual feedback on the device's power status.
- Network connection indicator: Shows the status of the internet connection.
- Ethernet port: For connecting to an internet-enabled router.
- HDMI port: For connecting a monitor, likely for local setup or viewing.
- Jack for DC 5V/2A power adapter: The power input.
- USB ports: For potential future expansions or accessories.
- RESET button: Allows for restarting the device.
Usage Features:
- Cloud Integration: The core feature is connecting to Ivideon's cloud video surveillance, enabling remote access to live feeds and archived recordings.
- Easy Setup: The quick start guide outlines a straightforward configuration process, beginning with signing into an Ivideon account, selecting "Ivideon Bridge," entering the device's MAC address or serial number, and then connecting it to the internet and power.
- Automatic Device Discovery: The Bridge system automatically scans the local area network (LAN) to discover available cameras and DVRs, simplifying the process of adding new devices.
- Manual Device Addition: If automatic discovery fails, users can manually add cameras or DVRs by clicking a "+" button and entering connection details.
- User Authentication: For connecting cameras or DVRs, users need to enter the correct username and password, which can be found in the hardware manufacturer's documentation or by contacting the system administrator.
- Video Preview: After successful authentication, an image preview from the camera is displayed, allowing users to verify the connection and rename the camera.
- Pricing Plans: To enable full functionality, including live feeds and archived recordings, users must activate a suitable Ivideon pricing plan for each connected camera. These plans vary in terms of archived recording storage duration.
- Connectivity Indicators: The device includes LED indicators for charge and network connection status, providing immediate visual feedback on its operational state.
Maintenance Features:
- Reset Functionality: A RESET button is available for restarting the device, which can be useful for troubleshooting minor issues. Pressing and immediately releasing the button restarts the device.
- Ventilation: It is crucial to ensure proper ventilation and avoid installing the device in areas with temperatures above 40°C to prevent overheating and ensure optimal performance.
- Environmental Protection: The device should not be placed in water or any other liquid, and direct sunlight or bright light sources should be avoided to prevent damage.
- Safety Precautions: In case of strange smells or smoke, the device should be immediately disconnected from the power source. Users are explicitly warned against attempting repairs or dismantling the device themselves to avoid electric shock or fire.
- Cleaning: Liquids should not be allowed to penetrate the device body during cleaning to prevent internal damage or electrical hazards.
- Network Stability: For optimal performance, especially with cloud archiving, a fast and stable internet connection is essential. It is recommended to use a fixed IP address for all devices in the LAN to prevent video unavailability if IP addresses change.
- Warranty: The Ivideon Bridge B1610 comes with a 12-month warranty from the date of sale, covering production defects. The operational life of the product is stated as 3 years. Warranty repairs are conducted by authorized service centers. The warranty does not cover issues arising from improper use, connection to defective equipment, normal wear, foreign objects/substances, environmental factors (lightning, flooding, fire), incorrect ventilation, or unauthorized alterations/repairs. The warranty period is extended by the time the product spends in warranty repairs. Warranty certificates must be complete, legible, and untampered with, and the product label/serial number must be intact and clear.
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