Comelit 1456B Multi-Apartment Gateway Technical Manual

Introduction

The Article 1456B is a multi-apartment gateway designed to serve up to 200 apartments, with a maximum of 15 slave devices per apartment. It allows users to answer calls from external units via a virtual door entry monitor App for smartphones/tablets, or using a normal GSM or landline telephone. It incorporates the SIP protocol, enabling telephone calls via a SIP server or virtual lines from a SIP services provider. The gateway supports up to 4 simultaneous audio/video calls and can be configured remotely via a web page.

Warnings

• Install the equipment following manufacturer's instructions and in compliance with current standards.
• Use the apparatus only for its intended purpose. Comelit Group S.p.A. is not responsible for improper use, alterations, or use of non-original accessories.
• Products carry the CE mark, complying with Directive 2006/95/EC.
• Do not route riser wires near power supply cables (230/400V).
• Installation and maintenance must be performed by specialized electricians.
• Cut off power supply before performing any maintenance.

Description of Art.1456B

The Art.1456B features two network interfaces, A and B, which can be configured separately:

• Port 1 (A1): Fixed PoE Ethernet port.
• Port 2 (A2): Settable PoE Ethernet port.
• Port 3 (A3): Settable PoE Ethernet port.
• Port 4 (A4): Non-PoE Ethernet port for PC or router connection.

Note: Ports A2 and A3 can be configured as PoE to power devices like door entry monitors.

Configuration of Art.1456B

Configuration requires a PC with ViP Manager software (version 2.3.0 or later) and an active internet connection.

1) Connection

The 1456B has two network interfaces, A and B, for different system requirements:

• VIP Network + Internet Connection Network: Interface B is typically set to AutoIP, while Interface A uses a static IP address (default: 192.168.1.200). Connect to a router with an active internet connection. An installer PC with ViP Manager is also required.
• System with Single Network: Only Interface A needs configuration. Do not alter Interface B's configuration. Connect to a router with an active internet connection. An installer PC with ViP Manager is also required.

Important: Ensure network interface settings are unique and do not belong to the same subnet.

2) ViP Manager Addressing

There are two cases for ViP Manager addressing:

• Case 1: Device IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.200) belongs to the same router network. Perform a DHCP system scan and assign a ViP address.
• Case 2: Device IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.200) does not belong to the same router network. Interface A must be assigned a new Static IP address compatible with the devices connected to it.

Procedure for Case 1 (DHCP Scan):

• Open ViP Manager, go to Options > Local connections, tick DHCP Enable, and confirm.
• Launch the system scan.
• Select the 1456B device, choose Addressing/ViP address, assign an IP address, and press Write page.

Procedure for Case 2 (Static IP Address):

• Open ViP Manager, go to Options > Local connections, untick DHCP enable, and assign a static IP address to your PC compatible with Interface A's IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.2).
• Launch the system scan.
• Select the 1456B device, choose Addressing/ViP address, assign a static IP address and netmask compatible with the system, and press Write page.

3) Licence activation

Activation of licenses enables special functions for each apartment. An active internet connection is required.

• Select device 1456B, press Add license, then Add license file/s.
• Locate license files (.viplcs) on a USB storage device or saved folder and open them.
• Repeat for other licenses.
• Press Next, enter an email address, and confirm.

License Types:

• Master License: Supports up to 15 slave devices (Smartphone/Tablet + Comelit App, PSTN/GSM telephone, Door entry monitor).
• Slave License: Requires a master door entry monitor. Supports up to 15 slave devices.
• Telephone License: Supports up to 15 slave devices (PSTN/GSM telephone, Door entry monitor).

4) DynDNS configuration for remote connection

DynDNS associates a DNS name with the host's IP address, allowing remote access to the 1456B via a web page or the Comelit ViP remote application.

• Select device 1456B, go to Main Settings/DynDNS.
• Select ComelitDNS to use the free service.
• Press Register CDNS to register a hostname.
• Complete the registration panel, noting the entered data.
• Enter the "hostname", "user name", and "password" in the ViP Manager "DynDNS settings" screen.
• Press Write page to confirm.

5) Port Forwarding setting for remote connection

Port forwarding allows data transfer between devices via specific communication ports, enabling external users to access the 1456B on a local network.

• Access the browser and enter the router's IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.1).
• Log in with the router's username and password.
• Navigate to "Port Opening" or "Port Forwarding" sections in the router settings.
• Configure the ports:
• Service Name: Intercall remote VIP
• Service Type: TCP/UDP
• External Port: 64100
• Internal Port: 64100
• Internal IP address: 192.168.1.200
• Repeat for other desired ports (e.g., TCP port 8080 for web page access).

6) SIP settings configuration

This is used to channel door entry phone communication to a SIP digital telephone line (PSTN/GSM).

• Select device 1456B, go to Main Settings/SIP settings.
• Enter the SIP service provider's IP address/hostname and UDP port (e.g., sip.messagenet.it, 5061).
• Leave "Codec preference" as PCMA/PCMU (or PCMU for US users).
• Press Write page to save.

7) SIP phone lines configuration

Access to SIP phone lines is controlled by username and password from the SIP service provider.

• Select device 1456B, go to Main Settings/SIP phone lines.
• Enter username and password for each purchased SIP phone line.
• Enter User ID if provided by the SIP service provider.
• Press Write page to save.

A maximum of 15 SIP phone lines can be enabled, shared among all system users.

8) Apartments configuration

In the apartments configuration screen, each apartment can be assigned a license, a ViP address, and a description.

• Select device 1456B, go to Main Settings/Apartments.
• Configure individual apartments (max 200):
• Enabling: Enabled/Disabled.
• License type: Master/Slave/Telephone.
• ViP address: Enter an unequivocal ViP address.
• Description: Enter a description.
• Press Write page to save.

9) Users configuration (devices)

Configure slave devices (max 15 per apartment). Each device is identified by its slave number.

• Select device 1456B, go to Main Settings/Users.
• Select the apartment to configure.
• Configure individual devices:
• Enabling: Enabled/Disabled.
• Device type: Internal unit, App, or Phone.
• Description: Enter a description.
• Phone number: Enter the phone number if configuring a telephone.
• Backup: Enable/disable backup line for call forwarding.
• Backup of: Specify the device to be backed up.
• Press Write page to save.

Note: Assign slave numbers 1-2-3 to devices that can receive video signals for direct video reception.

10) Message server configuration

Specify the IP or ViP address of the device to be used as a message server.

• Select device 1456B, go to Main Settings/Message server.
• Select ViP address or IP address from the pull-down menu and enter the address of the message server.
• Press Write page to save.

Special configurations

App connection settings

Personalize app connection parameters, such as port or static public address.

• Select device 1456B, go to Main Settings/App connection settings.
• Edit values:
• Local address: Leave empty to use Interface A's address.
• Local/remote TCP/UDP port: Default is 64100. Change if necessary (refer to page 11 for alternatives).
• Remote address: Leave empty to use the DynDNS hostname. A static public address can be assigned if needed.
• Video connections:
• Maximum video connections on network: 16.
• Maximum video connections on tunnel (App): 4.
• Press Write page to save.

Connection to the configuration web pages

Web pages allow performing most ViP Manager operations except license activation. Backup and restore functions are available.

1A) Remote connection

Requires completed DynDNS configuration and port 8080 opened on the router.

• Enter the registered hostname (e.g., http://nome_host3.comelitdns.com:8080/) or public IP address (e.g., http://213.149.219.88:8080/).

1B) Local connection

Requires PC connected via Ethernet cable to Interface A, with an IP address on the same network as Interface A.

• Enter Interface A's IP address (e.g., http://192.168.1.200:8080/).

2) Login

• Press Login.
• Enter the installer password (default: comelit) and press Login.

Backup and restore

Save and restore the current configuration via the web pages.

• Connect to the device's web pages and log in.
• Access the Backup/Restore section.
• Press Make Backup to create a backup.
• Press Restore to activate a saved configuration.
• Press Delete to cancel a backup.

Reboot with predetermined network settings

Restarts the device with default network parameters (Interface A = 192.168.1.200) while retaining other settings.

• Switch off power, set DIP 1 to ON, power on.
• Wait for LEDs to flash slowly.
• Return all DIP switches to OFF.
• The device will start with default network settings. Saved settings are recovered on the next restart.

Restoring factory settings

Resets all parameters to factory defaults, deleting configurations and installed licenses.

• Switch off power, set all DIP switches to ON, power on.
• Wait for LEDs to flash rapidly.
• Return all DIP switches to OFF.
• The device resets to factory settings.

Note: Licenses can be restored a maximum of two times. Contact Comelit technical assistance for further operations.

Glossary

• AutoIP: Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) for automatic IP assignment.
• Dynamic DNS: Associates a DNS name with a changing IP address.
• DHCP: Protocol for automatic IP configuration of devices on a network.
• Gateway: Network device that routes data packets outside a local network.
• Dynamic IP address: Non-permanent IP address assigned dynamically by a server.
• Static IP address: Permanent IP address used for semi-permanent devices.
• Public IP address: IP address allocated for the internet, accessible from any public IP address.
• PoE (Power over Ethernet): Technique for powering equipment via Ethernet cable.
• Port forwarding: Allows data transfer between devices via specific communication ports.