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NQER User Manual

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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product. Harvest Technology Pty Ltd. 7 Turner Avenue, Technology Park. Bentley WA 6102, Australia


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HTG-TEC-GUI-015 0-NQER-User-Manual
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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product
Information for your safety
The device should only be serviced and maintained by qualified service personnel. Improper repair work can be dangerous. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Tampering with this device may result in injury, fire, or electric shock. Be sure to use the specified power source for the device. Connection to an improper power source may cause fire or electric shock.
Operation Safety
Before using the product, ensure all cables are not damaged and connected correctly. If you notice any damage, contact the support team immediately. · To avoid short circuits, keep metal or static objects away from the device. · Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any
area where it may become wet. · Operating environment temperature and humidity:
Temperature: Operating: 0 °C to 35 °C Storage: -20 °C to 65 °C Humidity (non-condensing): Operating: 0% to 90% Storage: 0% to 95% · Unplug the device from the power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. · Contact the support team support@harvest-tech.com.au if you encounter technical problems with the product.

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Contact and Support

User Resources

support@harvest-tech.com.au

Harvest Technology Pty Ltd 7 Turner Avenue, Technology Park Bentley WA 6102, Australia www.harvest.technology

Disclaimer and Copyright
Whilst Harvest Technology will endeavor to keep the information in this user guide up to date, Harvest Technology makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the user guide or the information, products, services or related graphics contained in the user guide, website or any other media for any purpose. The information contained in this document is believed to be accurate at the time of release, however, Harvest Technology cannot assume responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use thereof. Harvest Technology reserves the right to make changes to any of its products and associated documentation at any time without notice. Harvest Technology does not assume any responsibility or liability arising out of the application or use of any of its products or associated documentation. Any decisions you make after reading the user guide or other material are your responsibility and Harvest Technology cannot be held liable for anything you choose to do. Any reliance you place on such material is therefore strictly at your own risk. Harvest Technology products, including all hardware, software and associated documentation is subject to international copyright laws. The purchase of, or use of this product convey a license under any patent rights, copyrights, trademark rights, or any other intellectual property rights from Harvest Technology.
Warranty
The warranty for this product can be found online at: https://harvest.technology/terms-and-conditions/
FCC Compliance Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. In order to maintain compliance with compliance regulations, shielded HDMI cables must be used with this equipment
CE/UKCA Compliance Statement
Marking by the (CE) and (UKCA) symbol indicates compliance of this device with the applicable directives of the European Community and meets or exceeds the following technical standards. · Directive 2014/30/EU - Electromagnetic Compatibility · Directive 2014/35/EU - Low Voltage · Directive 2011/65/EU - RoHS, restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment Warning: Operation of this equipment is not intended for a residential environment and could cause radio interference.

Table of Contents
Overview 5
Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................................5 Rear Panel .............................................................................................................................................................6 Connections ..........................................................................................................................................................6 Serial Data .............................................................................................................................................................7
Configuration 7
Access ....................................................................................................................................................................8 Initial Login ............................................................................................................................................................8 Dashboard .............................................................................................................................................................9 Network Configuration ......................................................................................................................................10 IP Camera ............................................................................................................................................................13 System Settings .................................................................................................................................................15 Diagnostics..........................................................................................................................................................16
Deliverer  17
Appendix  18
Technical Specifications...................................................................................................................................18 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................19

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Overview
The Nodestream RiS Quad Encoder (NQER) provides encoding of up to four HD video sources and frame synchronous serial data, to a RiS Decoder at another location.
Feature Summary
· HD video and data over lowquality satellite networks
· Real-time monitoring of bandwidth utilization with bit rate and latency
· System capable of 4 x 60fps at 1080p
· Frame synchronous serial data
Video and frame synchronous data streaming solution

Video Source (up to 4 sources)

Nodestream RiS Encoder (remote location)

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RiS Decoder Device (viewing location)

Monitor(s)

Front Panel

USB-A
ON / OFF POWER RESET HDD

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Power Switch

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Power Port

USB-A

Ethernet

DO NOT USE PS/2 HDMI DisplayPort USB-A USB-A

Line In Line Out Mic In

Monitor Serial outputs Port
HDMI inputs

Connections

Ethernet IP Camera

Ethernet

Power

Video Sources HDMI x 4

Serial

IP Cam

· Monitor output required for local device configuration · The NQER is supplied with a Quick Start Guide for installation. See the User Resources on the
last page for access.

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Serial Data

RS232 serial data can be input to the NQER via the D9 serial port.

Recommended port settings
· Baud Rate : 9600bps · Data Bits : 8 · Stop Bits : 1 · Parity : None · Flow Control : None

Port Pinout
· 1 : Rx · 2 : Tx · 5 : GND

· When connecting serial data to an established video stream, the connection MUST be restarted · Data string requires LF (line feed) termination

Serial data can be verified on the Decoder by toggling on screen information. See "Deliverer Manual" for further information.

Configuration
The NQER is configured via the Web UI. The Web UI allows the user to view device information and status, configure network settings and perform system related tasks. The device is shipped in a "factory default" state. Settings must be configured to enable use on the customers RiS network.

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Access
The Web UI can be accessed via a web browser or locally on the device.

Web Browser

1

Connect the NQER device to your LAN via the Ethernet port and power the device

2 Navigate to the device from a web browser by entering the IP in the address bar

· The device is set to DHCP by default. · The IP address can be identified by use of a suitable IP scanning tool. Serial number and/or MAC
address should be displayed (PC must be on the same network)

Access via the Device

1 Connect LAN, monitor, keyboard/mouse and power the device

2

Once the device has booted, double click the "RiS configuration" icon on the desktop or hold CTRL and press ~ if the application starts

Initial Login

1 Access the device Web UI configuration utility via a web browser or the device.

2 Login with the following
User: admin , Password: admin

3 Enter a new password

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Dashboard
Following initial login, the user will be presented with the WebUI dashboard. The following information and configuration is provided Device · Uptime Information · Select interface from drop down · Current network status & information Testing · Network connection upload & download speed tests · Ping a device on the network (helpful for network diagnostics)
Configuration · See next section

Reboot · To reboot the device, select the reboot icon from the
top right of any screen and select Confirm
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Network Configuration
RiS devices communicate over a customers "closed" network, ensuring stable and secure transmission of sensitive data. Device network adapters require IPv4 configuration.
Firewall Settings
The following port numbers MUST be set to open on customer network devices where applicable Video & data streaming, device control & connection management · UDP - 2100 to 2200 Device to device communication · UDP - 2025 & 2026 · TCP - 2020
Ethernet connections will take preference over WiFi. Disable or unplug Ethernet cable if WiFi connection is preferred
Current network settings can be viewed from LHS of the dashboard
Ethernet
1 Select the Ethernet adapter from the drop down list in the top right of the window

2 Name the interface (optional) and select enabled then Save Changes
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3 Select the IP Settings tab, then manual from the drop down

4 Enter network settings as provided by your Network Administrator and select Save
Ethernet connections MUST be reset for settings to take effect by · Disconnecting and reconnecting the Ethernet cable · Enabling then disabling the connection from the interface settings · Power cycling the device

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WiFi (with optional USB adapter) 1 Select the WiFi adapter from the drop down list in the top right of the window

2 Name the interface (optional) and select enabled then Save Changes

3 Select the Wireless tab, then manual from the drop down

4

Select from the available networks then Connect or manually enter details then Join Network

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5 Select the IP Settings tab

6 Enter network settings as provided by your Network Administrator and select Save

IP Camera
IP camera RTSP streams can be used as input devices on the NQER. The IP camera network should be connected to the CAM IP port on the rear of the device to avoid complications relating to conflicting IP networks or network security measures. IPv4 settings MUST match that of the camera network.

1

Select the Ethernet adapter enpxS0 from the drop down list in the top right of the window

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2 Name the interface (optional), select Enabled then Save Changes
3 Select the IP Settings tab, then manual from the drop down

4 Enter network settings as provided by you Network Administrator and select Save
Disable "automatic routes" when using the CAM IP port. Undesirable operation will occur if checked.

For network issues, see "Troubleshooting" on page 19

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System Settings
Version Control · Software versions currently installed and resource usage
Update Password · Enter details and select Update

Factory Reset · Select to set the device to factory defaults
(user and network settings) · Select Confirm or Cancel when prompted
Support · Select to enable/disable remote access to a support specialist

Enabled

Disabled

Remote support will remain enabled. Ensure to disable when not required.

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Diagnostics
Network · Network connection information · Select interface from drop down Software · Software versions currently installed and resource usage CPU · Current CPU usage and temperature Memory & Other · Information on other system resources

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Deliverer
RiS device connection management and configuration is performed using the Deliverer application.
Deliverer User Manual
Refer to the Deliverer User Manual for additional information.

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Appendix

Technical Specifications

Hardware
Physical dimensions Weight Power

440 (W) x 132 (H) x 380 (D) mm

8.2 kg

Power supply:

100-240VAC 47/63Hz

Power consumption (operating): 150W

Power consumption (idle):

100W

Environmental
Temperature Humidity
Video
Input
Output

Operating: Storage:
Operating: Storage:

0 °C to 35 °C -20 °C to 65 °C
0% to 90% (non-condensing) 0% to 95% (non-condensing)

4 x HDMI 1.4a Input resolution up to 2048x2160 @ 144fps 8/10/12-bit colour depths RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:2 colour sampling
4 x Mini DisplayPort 1.4 Max resolution 4096x2160 @ 60Hz

Other
Ethernet WiFi Serial Front Ports Rear Ports

1 x 1Gbps Ethernet
802.11ac 2.4GHz/5GHz WiFi (when supplied with optional adapter)
1 x 9-pin D male, RS-232
2 x USB type-A ports
6 x USB type-A ports 3.5mm audio
Line in Line out Mic in 1 x HDMI (not used) 1 x DisplayPort (not used) 1 x PS/2 mouse/keyboard port (legacy)

Accessories (included)
Hardware

1 x Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adapter 1 x IEC13 power cable (region specific)

Documentation

Quick start guide

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Troubleshooting
System
Issue Device not powering

Cause
PSU switch in off position AC not connected

Resolution
Confirm AC connected and switch is in the on position

Device overheating

Blocked vents Environmental conditions

Ensure device ventilation is not blocked (refer quick start guide)
Ensure device is located in an environment where specified operating conditions are not exceeded

No serial data transmission

Incorrect RX/TX cable config
Inorrect input string settings

Confirm pinout correct, use NULL modem
Confirm serial data string settings correct. (See "Serial Data" on page 7)

Network
Issue Device offline in Deliverer App
Unable to see WiFi networks

Cause

Resolution

Network issue

Check the Ethernet cable is plugged in
Check WiFi adapter is plugged in and connected to correct WiFi network

Confirm correct network settings with your Network Administrator

Firewall settings

Ensure firewall settings are implemented, (see "Firewall Settings" on page 10)

No WiFi adapter connected Connect Wifi adapter to USB port

WiFi not enabled

Enable WiFi from GUI

Incompatible WiFi adapter Confirm compatibility with Harvest Support

No networks in range

Reduce distance to WiFi router/AP

No connection to IP camera(s)

Incorrect port used Incorrect network settings

Ensure camera network is connected to "IP CAM" port
Confirm correct network settings with your Network Administrator
Check camera is connectable via another device
Ping camera from the WebUI dashboard

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Video

Issue
"No Signal" displayed on Decoder

Cause
Source(s) not connected or powered on

Resolution Confirm video source(s) connected and powered.

Damaged cable

Test source with another display

Inadequate cable used

Ensure cable is specified correctly (length, speed, impedance, etc.)

"Unsupported signal" or "Out of sync" displayed on Decoder

Poor cable connection Damaged cable

Check cable connections Replace cable

Input signal not supported Check input signal type is supported

No output to monitor Poor video quality

Monitor not connected or powered
Incorrect output used

Ensure monitor connected and powered Test monitor with an alternative input
Ensure monitor connected to Mini DisplayPort

Poor input source quality
Poor quality / damaged cable
Quality settings in Deliverer set low

Test video source with another display Test with another cable
Check quality settings in deliverer

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Contact and Support support@harvest-tech.com.au
Harvest Technology Pty Ltd 7 Turner Ave, Technology Park Bentley WA 6102, Australia www.harvest.technology All rights reserved. This document is the property of Harvest Technology Pty Ltd. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or
® by any means, electronic, photocopy, recording or otherwise without the written consent of the Managing Director of Harvest Technology Pty Ltd.



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