Operators Manual

For DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR

Document Number 9200328
Version Number
3.1
Date
August 2012

Operators Manual for DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR

Copyright Danelec Marine A/S

Revision record
Version
1.0
1.2
2.0

Date
September 2006
March 2007
July 2008

3.0

June 2011

3.1

August 2012

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Description
Original issue of document
Minor errors corrected
Information related to DM200 S-VDR and DM400 VDR
included in this manual.
Updated system overview and list of error codes to reflect
changes to V3.1 of the S-VDR/VDR program code.
Description of the VDR Verifier utility
The list of spare parts is updated

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Contents
REVISION RECORD ...........................................................................................................2
1
1.1
1.2

SCOPE AND PURPOSE ..........................................................................................5

References................................................................................................................5
Terms and Abbreviations ..........................................................................................5

2
SYSTEM OVERVIEW ...............................................................................................6
2.1
System overview for S-VDR......................................................................................6
2.1.1
Data Acquisition Unit..........................................................................................6
2.1.2
Bridge Alarm Unit (BAU) ....................................................................................6
2.1.3
Bridge Microphone Units....................................................................................6
2.1.4
Data Capsule .....................................................................................................6
2.2
System overview for a VDR ......................................................................................7
2.2.1
Sensor Interface Unit (SIU) ................................................................................7
2.2.2
Remote video interface (RVI).............................................................................7
3
OPERATION.............................................................................................................8
3.1
Bridge alarm Unit ......................................................................................................8
3.1.1
Alarm display .....................................................................................................8
3.1.2
Means for initiating a backup on the VDR data disc...........................................8
4
OPERATION DM200/DM400 DAU .........................................................................10
4.1
DPU ........................................................................................................................10
4.1.1
Power LEDs .....................................................................................................11
4.1.2
Battery and AC breaker ...................................................................................11
4.1.3
AC inlet ............................................................................................................11
4.1.4
VDR status display and VDR status LED.........................................................12
4.1.5
VDR status display Error codes .......................................................................12
4.1.6
LEDs in the Ethernet connectors .....................................................................12
5
OPERATION DM300/DM500 DAU .........................................................................13
5.1
LEDS on PSU .........................................................................................................14
5.1.1
Battery, DC and AC breaker ............................................................................14
5.1.2
AC inlet ............................................................................................................15
5.1.3
DC inlet ............................................................................................................15
5.1.4
DC to DPU .......................................................................................................15
5.2
DPU ........................................................................................................................15
5.2.1
VDR status display and VDR status LED.........................................................15
5.2.2
VDR status display Error codes .......................................................................15
5.2.3
LEDs in the Ethernet connectors .....................................................................16
6
6.1

OPERATION OF SIU..............................................................................................17
LEDs on Module Rack ............................................................................................17

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6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3
6.1.4
6.1.5
6.1.6
7

AC LED............................................................................................................17
Link indications ................................................................................................17
AC breaker.......................................................................................................17
LEDs in the Ethernet connector .......................................................................18
Allocation of system labels for digital interfaces...............................................18
MR address......................................................................................................18

OPERATION OF RVI..............................................................................................19
7.1.1
RVI address .....................................................................................................19
7.1.2
Ethernet ports ..................................................................................................19
7.1.3
ST LED ............................................................................................................19

8
8.1
8.2
8.3

ERROR CODES .....................................................................................................20

General Error code for S-VDR and G2VDR ............................................................20
Additional Error codes for G2VDR installations.......................................................28
Description of warnings issued during the first 24h of operation .............................29

9
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................30
9.1
Verification of the VDR functionality following service on any sensor .....................30
9.2
Setting the IP address of the PC.............................................................................30
9.3
Connect the PC to the VDR ....................................................................................34
9.3.1
Run the VDRverifier program...........................................................................34
9.3.2
Examination of the report .................................................................................37
9.4
List of spare parts....................................................................................................41

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1 Scope and purpose

Operators Manual for DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR.

1.1 References
9200238
9200327
9200331
9200343

Installation Manual for DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR

Installation Manual for DM400/DM500 VDR Sensor Interface Unit
Installation Manual for Remote Video Interface for DM200, DM300, DM400, DM500
Inspectors and Authorities Manual for DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500
VDR

1.2 Terms and Abbreviations

BAU
BMU
DAU
DPU
SIU
RVI
NAS

Bridge Alarm Unit

Bridge Microphone Unit
Data Acquisition Unit
Data Processing Unit (located inside the DAU)
Sensor interface unit
Remote Video Interface
Network attached storage (option used for external extended backup)

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2 System overview
2.1 System overview for S-VDR

BAU

S-DAU

RS-422
Power

Firewire
STP CAT5

Half slot in dpu

BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU

1 additional audio
channel for VHF or
BMU

Capsule

4 x Audio or
4 x Serial

Gray print denotes that

optional equipment is
needed.

1 x VHF 8 x Serial 2 x Radar

e.g. GPS

S-VDR system overview

2.1.1 Data Acquisition Unit

The Data Acquisition Unit contains the Data Processor Unit (DPU) and the Power Supply Unit
(PSU). The PSU integrated into the DPU for a DM200 DAU. The DAU must be installed indoors
near the bridge.

2.1.2 Bridge Alarm Unit (BAU)

The BAU must be installed on the bridge either in a console or mounted on a bulkhead. System
errors will generate a visual and audible alarm.

2.1.3 Bridge Microphone Units

A number of BMUs must be installed on the bridge (console, ceiling or bulkhead mounted).
Watertight outdoor BMUs for the bridge wings are available.

2.1.4 Data Capsule

The data capsule (the orange box) must be installed on an external deck close to the vessels
center line typically on the external deck above the bridge.

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2.2 System overview for a VDR

BAU

Firewire
STP CAT5

DAU

RS-422
Power

Capsule

4 x Audio or
4 x Serial or
8 x Analog or
8 x Digital

Half slot in dpu

BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU
BMU

Ethernet STP CAT5

6 x BMU

1 additional audio
channel for VHF or
BMU

1 x VHF 8 x Serial
e.g. GPS

2 x Radar

RVI
P/N 1000723

Ethernet STP CAT5

2nd SIU

1st SIU

2 x Radar
Gray print denotes that
optional equipment is
needed. Not all
combinations are
supported.

8 x Serial 8 x Analog 48 x Digital

(0-24)
(0-16)
(0-64)

0-24 x Serial

0-16 x Analog 0-64 x Digital

VDR System overview

2.2.1 Sensor Interface Unit (SIU)

The Sensor Interface Unit is not part of an S-VDR system. The SIU contains additional serial,
analog and digital interfaces. The SIU is needed for most VDR systems since more data has to be
recorded. The SIU must be installed indoors and must be connected to the DAU with a cable up to
100m long.

2.2.2 Remote video interface (RVI)

The optional Remote Video Interface extends the number of video interfaces from 2 to 4. The RVI
must be installed indoors and must be connected to the DAU with a cable up to 100m long.

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Operation

3.1 Bridge alarm Unit

The BAU is the primary user interface for an installed operational VDR. It serves two purposes:

Alarm display
Interface for initiating backup an the VDR data disc

3.1.1 Alarm display

The VDR will generate an alarm message if a system error is detected. The alarm messages will be
displayed on the BAU. An audible alarm will be generated with each new alarm and the error LED
will start flashing. Pressing ACK will mute the audible alarm. The error LED will be illuminated as
long as there is any error in the system, the cause of the error(s) will be displayed in the LCD
display.
3.1.1.1 Protection against intermittent errors
Intermittent errors can be very annoying. The VDR will regard a system component or a data source
which fails 3 times within 12 hours as permanently failed i.e. that system component/data source
will not be able to generate more audible alarms. A permanent visual alarm will be displayed
instead and the VDR will still try to recover from the problem e.g. record data even if they contain
many errors. Repetitive alarms are marked with an R after the error code.
The repetitive error status for a failed system component/data source will be automatically reset if
no error is generated for 12 hours. The Purge List button on the BAU will force reset repetitive
error status for all system components/data sources.
3.1.1.2 Warnings
Warnings look like alarms but with a W after the error code. See section 8.3
3.1.1.3 Dimming
The button with the light bulb symbol may be used to alter the luminance of the keyboard, error
LEDs and the LCD display simultaneously.

3.1.2 Means for initiating a backup on the VDR data disc

The VDR system is only guaranteed to record data for twelve hours i.e. important data may be
overwritten after twelve hours unless a backup of data is made following an incident.
The crew on the bridge must initiate the backup procedure shortly after the ship has been involved
in an incident or if an incident involving other vessels is observed.
The backup procedure is started when the two Save buttons are pressed simultaneously. The VDR
is capable of making the backup within seconds.

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The system is capable of storing three incidents. The Save LED indicates when there is multiple,
one or no save opportunity left (disk full). A backup will be protected for 30 days after which the
space on the disc will be released automatically.
This VDR data disc must be replaced if it becomes full (which is unlikely under normal
circumstances). Alternatively, data from the disc must be transferred to another media and space on
the disc can be manually released. This requires proper authorization and cannot be done from the
BAU.
The VDR data disc, which is easily removed from the DAU, must be retrieved if the vessel is
abandoned after a serious incident.

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4 Operation DM200/DM400 DAU

The door to the DAU must be locked after the VDR is installed and operating normally. This
section of the manual is only relevant during installation and service or if the VDR data disc has to
be removed following a serious incident

VDR VDR status LED

status
display

I/F to
IAS

USB VDR
data disc

Program
memory

Battery and AC breaker

AC inlet

DPU

Service
console
I/F for
BAU

Radar
interface

VGA
interface
Keyboard
interface

Termination
resistors for
SI00 and SI01

Cables for
batteries

Serial
interfaces

Ethernet Capsule
ports
interface

Audio
interfaces

Battery and AC LED

Power OK LED
Power ERR LED

4.1 DPU
The DPU is the main computer in the system. It is basically a PC, but it has been designed from
scratch in a completely different manner to withstand environmental stress that far exceeds what an
ordinary industrial PC can sustain.

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4.1.1 Power LEDs

BAT LED (blue)
Steady light
Blinking
Off (short flash every 10 seconds)

Battery fully charged

Charging battery
Battery is disconnected or has failed

OK
OK
Error

AC LED (blue)
Steady light
Off

AC power OK
AC power failed

OK
Error

Error
Error

Off

The internal PSU has failed

There is an internal short-circuit or no
load is detected.
The PSU is operating

OK LED (blue)
Steady light
Off

Power to DPU present

No power to the DPU

OK
Error (note 1)

ERR LED (red)

Steady light
Flashing 2,5Hz

OK

Note 1) will be off for a few seconds after power on.

4.1.2 Battery and AC breaker

The Battery AC breaker is a combination of a fuse and a manually operated switch, i.e. they can be
used to manually switch off power sources but they will also pop out automatically if too much
current is drawn from a power source. The internal power supply is protected by sophisticated
electronic circuits and fuses, which serve as secondary protection.

Warning: Both breakers must be released (popped out) to switch the

unit fully off
4.1.3 AC inlet
The main power source for the VDR is ships AC (110V-240V).

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4.1.4 VDR status display and VDR status LED

The status of the system is displayed using three digit codes on the VDR status display. The VDR
status LED shows the severity of the codes. All information which is displayed on the VDR status
display will also be displayed on the BAU after the system is booted and if the BAU is operational.
The BAU is able to display an additional text massage in conjunction with the status codes since the
BAU features an alphanumeric LCD display. There is no reason to consult the VDR status display
if the BAU is operational.
VDR status LED (tri color)
Steady Green
Steady Yellow

Steady Red

The information displayed is just

information
The information displayed is warnings
The system is still fully operational but
may fail soon. Service is needed.
The information displayed contains
information about system errors which
prevent normal operation. Service is
needed immediately.

OK
(OK)

Error

4.1.5 VDR status display Error codes

See section 0

4.1.6 LEDs in the Ethernet connectors

Two LEDs are integrated into each Ethernet connect. The left LED (yellow) will be illuminated
when a communication link is established. The right LED (green) will flicker depending on the
traffic load.

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5 Operation DM300/DM500 DAU

The door to the DAU must be locked after the VDR is installed and operating normally. This
section of the manual is only relevant during installation and service or if the VDR data disc has to
be removed following a serious incident.
ERR LED
AUX DC output LED
Battery, DC and AC breaker
DC for DPU LED
Optional DC outlet

Battery, DC and AC LED

DC for DPU
outlet

PSU

AC inlet

DC inlet

Serial
interface
module

VDR data
disc
Radar
interface
Capsule
interface

Audio
interface
module

Program
memory

Keyboard
interface

VGA
interface

Ethernet
ports

Service
console

I/F to
BAU

VDR
status
display

I/F to
IAS

DPU
VDR status LED

Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)

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5.1 LEDS on PSU

BAT LED (blue)
Steady light
Blinking
Off (short flash every 10 seconds)

Battery fully charged

Charging battery
Battery is disconnected or has failed

OK
OK
Error

AC LED (blue)
Steady light
Off

AC power OK
AC power failed

OK
Error

DC LED (blue)
Steady light
Off

DC power OK
DC power failed

OK
Error

Error
Error

Off

The PSU has failed

An output has been short-circuited or no
load on the DC for DPU output is
detected. The PSU may remain in this
state for up to one minute after the
problem has been fixed.
The PSU is operating

DC for DPU LED (blue)

Steady light
Off

Power to DPU present

No power to the DPU

OK
Error (note 1)

AUX DC output LED (blue)

Steady light
Off

Optional DC present
No optional DC present

(Note 2)
(Note 2)

ERR LED (red)

Steady light
Flashing 2,5Hz

OK

Note 1) will be off for a few seconds after power on.

Note 2) the optional DC output is disabled and this led will therefore be off.

5.1.1 Battery, DC and AC breaker

The Battery, DC and AC breaker is a combination of a fuse and a manually operated switch, i.e.
they can be used to manually switch off power sources but they will also pop out automatically if
too much current is drawn from a power source. The PSU is protected by sophisticated electronic
circuits and fuses, which serve as secondary protection.

Warning: All three breakers must be released (popped out) to switch

the PSU fully off

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5.1.2 AC inlet
The main power source for the VDR is ships AC (110V-240V).

5.1.3 DC inlet
The VDR must be connected to the ships emergency power source (24VDC) if the emergency
power system is based on DC.

5.1.4 DC to DPU
The PSU and the DPU is connected with a cable. DC is supplied to the DPU through this cable.
This cable also carries bi-directional communication between the PSU and the DPU.
Warning: The cable between the DPU and PSU must NOT be connected or disconnected
while the PSU is on i.e. all power sources must be switched off and the blue DC for DPU
LED must be off.

5.2 DPU
The DPU is the main computer in the system. It is basically a PC, but it has been designed from
scratch in a completely different manner to withstand environmental stress which far exceeds what
an ordinary industrial PC can sustain.

5.2.1 VDR status display and VDR status LED

The status of the system is displayed using three digit codes on the VDR status display. The VDR
status LED shows the severity of the codes. All information which is displayed on the VDR status
display will also be displayed on the BAU after the system is booted and if the BAU is operational.
The BAU is able to display an additional text massage in conjunction with the status codes since the
BAU features an alphanumeric LCD display. There is no reason to consult the VDR status display
if the BAU is operational.
VDR status LED (tri color)
Steady Green
Steady Yellow

Steady Red

The information displayed is just

information
The information displayed is warnings
The system is still fully operational but
may fail soon. Service is needed.
The information displayed contains
information about system errors which
prevent normal operation. Service is
needed immediately.

OK
(OK)

Error

5.2.2 VDR status display Error codes

See section 0

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5.2.3 LEDs in the Ethernet connectors

Two LEDs are integrated into each Ethernet connect. The left LED (yellow) will be illuminated
when a communication link is established. The right LED (green) will flicker depending on the
traffic load.

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6 Operation of SIU
Module Rack
Ethernet
ports

MR address

Serial i/f
module

Link indications AC LED AC Breaker AC inlet

for slots

Analog i/f
module

Digital i/f
modules

Module Rack with six modules

6.1 LEDs on Module Rack

6.1.1 AC LED
Indicates the power (AC) is present.

6.1.2 Link indications

Indicates that the Module Rack has detected a module in this slot.

6.1.3 AC breaker
The AC breaker is a combination of a fuse and a manually operated switch, i.e. it can be used to
manually switch off the power source but it will also pop out automatically if too much current is
drawn from the power source.

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6.1.4 LEDs in the Ethernet connector

Two LEDs are integrated into each Ethernet connect. The right LED (yellow) will be illuminated
when a communication link is established to the DAU. The LED will flicker depending on the
traffic load. The left LED is not used. Please notice that the behavior of the LEDs is different on
other parts of the system e.g. the DAU.

6.1.5 Allocation of system labels for digital interfaces

Card number in VDR
configuration
Digital I/F module in Slot 3
Digital I/F module in Slot 4
Digital I/F module in Slot 5
Digital I/F module in Slot 6

1
2
3
4

Interface number in VDR

configuration and VDR
Explorer
DI00 DI15
DI16 DI31
DI32 DI47
DI48 DI63

6.1.6 MR address
Must be set to 0 or 1 for an additional second SIU.

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7 Operation of RVI

RVI address

Ethernet port

ST LED

AC inlet

Video i/f module

7.1.1 RVI address

Must be set to 0.

7.1.2 Ethernet ports

ETH A must be connected to the DAU. Notice that the LEDs in the Ethernet connectors (RJ45) are
inactive for this unit.

7.1.3 ST LED
The Status LED (Yellow) will flash (1Hz) after power on and then become steady if a
communication link is established to the DAU. The LED will always be switched off after one
minute.

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8 Error codes
Error codes and messages will be displayed by the BAU and VDR status display when errors are
detected. An R after the error code denotes a repetitive alarm, see section 3.1.1.1. A W after the
error code denotes a warning, see section 8.3

8.1 General Error code for S-VDR and G2VDR

004 SYSTEM
FATAL ERROR

018 STORAGE
Storage failure

030 BAU
Communication error

031 BAU #1
Communication error

032 BAU #2
Communication error

036 CONFIG
Unable to save

042 CONFIG
Configuration failed

054 ALARM
Running on battery

056 AUDIO
Microphones failed

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The VDR has encountered an unrecoverable system error. Reboot

the system. If the error persists call for assistance. The most
probable cause is a faulty CPU board or system RAM
Internal software error. Reboot the system. If the error persists call
for assistance.
The DPU is unable to communicate with the BAU. Check the cable
from the DPU to the BAU. Reboot the system. If the error persists
call for assistance. The most probable cause is a faulty cable, BAU
or COMM module in the DPU.
Only relevant for dual BAU installations.
The DPU is unable to communicate with BAU #1 of 2. Check the
cable from the DPU to the BAU. Reboot system. Also check switch
settings on BAU #1: Switch 1 should be ON, switch 2 OFF. If the
error persists call for assistance. The most probable cause is faulty
cable, BAU or COMM module in the DPU.
Only relevant for dual BAU installations.
The DPU is unable to communicate with BAU #2 of 2. Check the
cable from the DPU to the BAU. Reboot system. Also check switch
settings on BAU #2: Switch 1 should be OFF, switch 2 ON. If the
error persists call for assistance. The most probable cause is faulty
cable, BAU or COMM module in the DPU.
The VDR was unable to save the configuration. Please retry. This
error is only expected to occur during configuration (installation) of
the system.
The VDR is unable to find any configuration at all. Replace the
boot compact flash in the DPU (a properly made boot flash
contains a default configuration from which the system can start).
Restore a backup of the configuration.
The system is running on battery. Both the main power and the
emergency power are absent. If there is a general power failure on
the ship then ignore (ACK) this message else check the power
supply in the DAU. Consult section 5.1 for details.
The microphone test failed. Force a microphone test (this is a
feature in the VDR configurator under AUDIO settings). This test
will reveal which microphone causes the problem. Check that the
BMU active checkbox is unchecked for non-existing
microphones. Check the cable to microphones reported as faulty.
Test the inputs on the audio interface module with a spare
microphone. Replace microphones which are reported faulty if no

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060 STATUS
UTC timeout

062 STATUS
Display enabled

070 PSU
Communication failed

072 (Not displayed on

BAU)

074 SERIAL module 1

Missing (SI00-07)

076 VIDEO module 1

Missing (VD01-02)

078 AUDIO module 1

Missing (MIC1-AUD4)

080
082
084
086
088
090
092
094
089
091
093
095
096

VIDEO
VD0n no input

VIDEO
VD0n image too big

VIDEO
VD0n wrong size

Not configured
Configure VDR

102 VIDEO module 1

Power failure

104 AUDIO module 1

Power failure

105 AUDIO module 2

Power failure

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other error is discovered.

The system receives no UTC from the GPS. Check that GPS is on.
Check the signal from the GPS (use serial monitor in VDR
explorer, WEB status or VGA status display). If no signal is
present check cable else check that configuration is made correctly.
The Status-display update is enabled
Turn it off after completing the installation/configuration.
The communication between the power supply and DPU is
interrupted. Check the cable between the PSU and the DPU
(DM300 only). If the error persists call for assistance. The most
probable course is a problem with the cable or a faulty serial
transceiver in the DPU or PSU.
Self-test failed. This error is only displayed on the VDR status
display. The ETX board is faulty and must be replaced.
The serial data interface module cannot be detected. If the error
persists call for assistance. The most probable cause is that the
internal cable is disconnected or that the serial interface module is
defective.
The video data interface module cannot be detected. If the error
persists call for assistance. The most probable cause is that the
internal cable is disconnected or that the video interface module is
defective.
The audio data interface module cannot be detected. If the error
persists call for assistance. The most probable cause is that the
internal cable is disconnected or that the audio interface module is
defective.
There is no input from the radar. Check the radar and the cable.
Enter the video calibration menu for that channel and examine the
image. Unused video channels must be configured inactive (the
Active parameter must be unchecked).
The radar image exceeds the allocated space in the capsule and the
system is therefore unable to record for 12 hours. Check the radar
image for noise. Check the calibration of the video channel. Reduce
the number color mask bits if needed.
The radar image has not the size as defined in the configuration.
Check the size of the image from the radar. If correct check
calibration and settings for the video channel.
The VDR has started on the default configuration. Configure the
system correctly. The VDR is unable to operate correctly on the
default configuration since at least the GPS antenna position and
vessel ID must be entered.
The Video Interface module in the DPU is using too much power.
The module is probably faulty and must be replaced.
The Audio Interface module in the DPU is using too much power.
The module is probably faulty and must be replaced.
The optional Audio Interface module 2 (half slot) in the DPU is
using too much power. The module is probably faulty and must be
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106 SERIAL module 1

Power failure

108 VIDEO module 1

Not started

110 AUDIO module 1

Not started

112 SERIAL module 1

Not started

118 PSU battery

Not present

120 PSU battery

Could not be charged

122 PSU battery

Temp. sensor missing

123 (Never displayed on

BAU)

124 PSU
Low output voltage

126 PSU
128

Error
AUDIO module 2
Missing (AUD5)

replaced.
The Serial Interface module in the DPU is using too much power.
The module is probably faulty and must be replaced.
The Video Interface module in the DPU did not start. Wait three
minutes; maybe the VDR is able to recover by restarting the
interface else try to reboot the system. If the error persists the
module is faulty (or wrong type) and must be replaced.
The Audio Interface module in the DPU did not start. Try to reboot
system if the error persists the module is faulty (or wrong type) and
must be replaced.
The Serial Interface module in the DPU did not start. Try to reboot
system. If the error persists the module is faulty (or wrong type)
and must be replaced.
The power supply is unable to detect the battery pack. Check that
the fuse/breaker on the PSU named BAT is pushed; see section
5.1.1. If the error persists for 5 minutes then call for assistance.
The PSU was unable to fully charge the battery within a specified
time. Release the fuse/breaker on the PSU named BAT for 15
seconds, then push it in again see section 5.1.1. If the error returns
(this may take 18hours) call for assistance i.e. the battery pack is
defective and needs replacement.
A temperature sensor for the battery pack is disconnected or
broken. Call for assistance, the PSU needs repair.
Alarm system under initialization. Displayed shortly after system
startup.
The output voltage from the PSU has dropped below 19V.
This message will appear shortly before the battery is discharged
when operating from the internal battery only. This message will
not appear if the battery is new and was fully charged since the
VDR will power down automatically after two hours when
operating from the batteries (well before the voltage drops below
19V).
If AC power or DC power is present (and the AC and DC
fuse/breaker are pushed) while this error is displayed call for
assistance, the PSU needs to be repaired.
Call for assistance, the PSU needs to be repaired.

130 xxxxxx
132 Module duplicate
134

This will only happen if audio channel 5 is enabled in the

configuration. The optional Audio Interface module 2 (half slot) is
defective or internally disconnected (check cable) inside DPU.
xxxxxx = SERIAL, VIDEO, AUDIO
Two modules with identical system locations have been detected.
Restart the system. If the error persists call for assistance.

136 xxxxxx
138 Wrong rack type
140
142

xxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL, VIDEO, AUDIO

A module is located in a rack (DPU, SIU or RVI) where it is not
supposed to be. Check the installation. Call for assistance if no
error is found.

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146 AUDIO module 2
Not started

148 SERIAL
Module in wrong slot

150 AUDIO
Module in wrong slot

152 VIDEO
Module in wrong slot

160 EXTERNAL BACKUP

Not recording

162 EXTERNAL BACKUP

Can not find

300- SERIAL
307 Timeout on SIxx

400- Error codes related

549 to a VDR only
550 STORAGE
Dataset incomplete

560 BACKUP INCIDENTS

Backupdisk too small

561 BACKUP INCIDENTS

Incident too small

562 INTERNAL BACKUP

Backupdisk too small

608 STORAGE (Warning)

Device reset

609 STORAGE
Device resets

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The optional Audio Interface module 2 (half slot) did not start. If it
is not installed, audio channel 5 in the configuration must be
disabled or else check the cable from the baseboard in the DPU to
the module.
Restart the system; if the error persists replace the module.
The serial module must be located in slot 1 in the DPU. Check the
position of the module or that the internal cables in the DPU are not
crossed.
The Audio Interface module must be located in DPU slot 2
(DM300) and the optional Audio Interface module 2 (half slot), if
present, in DPU slot 3. Check the position of the modules or that
the cables for the modules inside the DPU are not crossed.
The video module must be located in slot 4 (the horizontal slot).
Check that the cables for the modules inside the DPU are
connected straight.
The system is unable to record data to the extended external backup
disc (NAS). If no other relevant errors e.g. #162 is displayed call
for assistance.
The communication to the extended external backup disc (NAS) is
interrupted. Check that the extended external backup disc is
installed correctly (e.g. is the LAN cable connected to DPU).
Reboot system. If the error persists call for assistance. The most
probable cause is a defective/misconfigured extended external
backup disc.
A mandatory serial signal has disappeared. Check that the source is
on. Check the signal from the source (serial monitor in VDR
explorer, WEB status or VGA status display). If no signal is
present check the cable or that the configuration is correct.
See Section 8.2
One or more types of data are not recorded. If the error persists
then restart the VDR and report this error if it still persists.
The capacity of the VDR data disc is too small for the configured
incident record size.
Change the VDR data disc or reduce the incident record size.
The configured incident record size on the VDR data disc is too
small for storing the capsule data.
Change the incident type to large incident or replace the capsule
with one with lower capacity.
The capacity of the VDR data disc is too small for internal
extended backup.
Change the VDR data disc or disable this feature.
The VDR has detected that the capsule or VDR data disc has been
disconnected and/or connected during the first 24h hours after
system restart, see section 8.3
The VDR has detected that the capsule and /or VDR data disc has
been disconnected and/or connected too many times within a given
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611 CAPSULE
Not recording

612 CAPSULE
Can not find

613 CAPSULE
Can not access

614 CAPSULE
WR errors level 1

615 CAPSULE
WR errors level 2

616 CAPSULE
WR errors level 3

617 CAPSULE
618

Can not write log

CAPSULE
Record-data too big

619 CAPSULE (Warning)

WR error level 1

620 CAPSULE (Warning)

WR error level 2

621 CAPSULE (Warning)

WR error level 3

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interval
The VDR is unable to record data to the capsule. Another error
explaining why (e.g. #612 CAPSULE Can not find) is normally
displayed in advance. Try to fix the preceding error else reboot
system. If the error persists call for assistance.
The VDR is unable to detect a capsule. Check that the capsule is
connected correctly. If the error persists call for assistance.
The VDR has detected a capsule but is unable to get access. The
most likely cause is that the capsule is not initialized (formatted)
correctly. A trained service technical can fix this.
Too many write-errors (writing to the capsule) have occurred
within a given interval. Retrying to write data fixed the problem.
The most likely cause is communication problems. The capsule is
not taken out of service and data is still recorded.
Too many write-errors (writing to the capsule) have occurred
within a given interval. More sophisticated measures than just
retrying to write data were needed in order to fix the problem. The
most likely cause is serious communication problems or a defective
capsule. The capsule is not taken out of service and data is still
recorded.
Too many write-errors (writing to the capsule) have occurred
within a given interval. The VDR was unable to write data despite
several attempts. The most likely cause is serious communication
problems or a defective capsule. The capsule is taken out of service
and data is temporarily not recorded. The VDR will attempt to
recover from this problem.
The VDR is unable to write log messages to the capsule
The amount of data received by the VDR exceeds the capacity of
the capsule. The most probable cause is that the VDR is unable to
compress the radar images due to noise or other errors, or that the
VDR is configured to record images from multiple high resolution
radars.
A write-error (writing to the capsule) has occurred during the first
24 hours of operation. Retrying to write data fixed the problem.
The most likely cause is communication problems.
See section 8.3
A write-error (writing to the capsule) has occurred during the first
24 hours of operation. More sophisticated measures than just
retrying to write data were needed in order to fix the problem. The
most likely cause is a temporarily disruption of communication
from the VDR to capsule or a defective capsule.
See section 8.3
A write-error (writing to the capsule) has occurred during the first
24 hours of operation. More sophisticated measures than just
retrying to write data did not fix the problem. The most likely cause
is a temporarily disruption of communication from the VDR to
capsule or a defective capsule.

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622 CAPSULE
Read back failed

623 CAPSULE
Verification failed

624 CAPSULE (Warning)

Read back error

625 CAPSULE (Warning)

Verification error

631 BACKUP
Not recording

632 BACKUP
Can not find

633 BACKUP
Can not access

634 BACKUP
WR errors level 1

635 BACKUP
WR errors level 2

636 BACKUP
WR errors level 3

637 BACKUP
638

Can not write log

BACKUP
Record-data too big

639 BACKUP (Warning)

WR error level 1

640 BACKUP (Warning)

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See section 8.3

The VDR was unable read back data from the capsule too many
times within a given interval.
The VDR found too many data errors within a given interval when
checking the data written to the capsule.
The VDR was unable read back data from the capsule during the
first 24 hours after system restart. See section 8.3
The VDR found an error while checking the data written to the
capsule during the first 24 hours after system restart. See section
8.3
The VDR is unable to record data to the VDR data disc. Another
error explaining why (e.g. #632 BACKUP Can not find) is
normally displayed in advance. Try to fix the preceding error else
reboot system. If the error persists call for assistance.
The VDR is unable to detect a VDR data disc. Check that the VDR
data disc is connected correctly. If the error persists call for
assistance.
The VDR has detected a VDR data disc but is unable to get access.
The most likely cause is that the VDR data disc is not initialized
(formatted) correctly. A trained service technical can fix this.
Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disc) have
occurred within a given interval. Retrying to write data fixed the
problem. The most likely cause is communication problems. The
VDR data disc is not taken out of service and data is still recorded.
Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disc) have
occurred within a given interval. More sophisticated measures than
just retrying to write data were needed in order to fix the problem.
The most likely cause is serious communication problems or a
defective VDR data disc. The VDR data disc is not taken out of
service and data is still recorded.
Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disc) have
occurred within a given interval. The VDR was unable to write data
despite several attempts. The most likely cause is serious
communication problems or a defective VDR data disc. The VDR
data disc is taken out of service and data is temporarily not
recorded. The VDR will attempt to recover from this problem.
The VDR is unable to write log messages to the VDR data disc
The amount of data received by the VDR exceeds the capacity of
the VDR data disc. The most probable cause is that the VDR is
unable to compress the radar images due to noise or other errors, or
that the VDR is configured to record images from multiple high
resolution radars.
A write-error (writing to the VDR data disc) has occurred during
the first 24 hours of operation. Retrying to write data fixed the
problem. The most likely cause is communication problems.
See section 8.3
A write-error (writing to the VDR data disc) has occurred during

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WR error level 2

641 BACKUP (Warning)

WR error level 3

651 INTERNAL BACKUP

Not recording

652 INTERNAL BACKUP

Can not find

653 INTERNAL BACKUP

Can not access

654 INTERNAL BACKUP

WR errors level 1

655 INTERNAL BACKUP

WR errors level 2

656 INTERNAL BACKUP

WR errors level 3

659 INTERNAL BACKUP

(Warning)
WR error level 1

660 INTERNAL BACKUP

(Warning)
WR error level 2

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the first 24 hours of operation. More sophisticated measures than

just retrying to write data were needed in order to fix the problem.
The most likely cause is a temporarily disruption of communication
from the VDR to VDR data disc or a defective VDR data disc.
See section 8.3
A write-error (writing to the VDR data disc) has occurred during
the first 24 hours of operation. More sophisticated measures than
just retrying to write data did not fix the problem. The most likely
cause is a temporarily disruption of communication from the VDR
to VDR data disc or a defective VDR data disc.
See section 8.3
The VDR is unable utilize VDR data disc for extended back.
Another error explaining why (e.g. #652 INTERNAL BACKUP
Can not find) is normally displayed in advance. Try to fix the
preceding error else reboot system. If the error persists call for
assistance.
The VDR is unable to detect a VDR data disc or utilize the VDR
data disc for extended backup. Check that the VDR data disc is
connected correctly. If the error persists call for assistance.
The VDR has detected a VDR data disc but is unable to get access.
The most likely cause is that the VDR data disc is not initialized
(formatted) correctly. A trained service technical can fix this.
Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disc) have
occurred within a given interval. Retrying to write data fixed the
problem. The most likely cause is communication problems. The
VDR data disc is not taken out of service and data is still recorded.
Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disc) have
occurred within a given interval. More sophisticated measures than
just retrying to write data were needed in order to fix the problem.
The most likely cause is serious communication problems or a
defective VDR data disc. The VDR data disc is not taken out of
service and data is still recorded.
Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disc) have
occurred within a given interval. The VDR was unable to write data
despite several attempts. The most likely cause is serious
communication problems or a defective VDR data disc. The VDR
data disc is taken out of service and data is temporarily not
recorded. The VDR will attempt to recover from this problem.
A write-error (writing to the VDR data disc) has occurred during
the first 24 hours of operation. Retrying to write data fixed the
problem. The most likely cause is communication problems.
See section 8.3
A write-error (writing to the VDR data disc) has occurred during
the first 24 hours of operation. More sophisticated measures than
just retrying to write data were needed in order to fix the problem.
The most likely cause is a temporarily disruption of communication
from the VDR to VDR data disc or a defective VDR data disc.
See section 8.3
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661 INTERNAL BACKUP
(Warning)
WR error level 3

901- SYSTEM FAILURE

923 ERROR 901-923
980 BAU and DPU not
compatible

981 No communication
to DPU

982 No communication
to DPU

999 (Never displayed on

---

the BAU)
Time, VDR

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A write-error (writing to the VDR data disc) has occurred during

the first 24 hours of operation. More sophisticated measures than
just retrying to write data did not fix the problem. The most likely
cause is a temporarily disruption of communication from the VDR
to VDR data disc or a defective VDR data disc.
See section 8.3

The software is not working properly. Restart the VDR and report
this error if it is repeated.
The software in BAU is incompatible with the software in the
DPU.
The BAU has never been able to communicate with the DPU. The
most probable cause is a defective cable or that the VDR did not
boot correctly.
Initial communication was ok but the communication has failed
later. The most probable cause is that the VDR encountered a fatal
error and completely stopped. Restart the system, if the error
persists then call for assistance.
The system is booting the VDR application from the boot flash.
No errors detected

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8.2 Additional Error codes for G2VDR installations

400423

SERIAL
Timeout on SIxx

441

SERIAL module 2
Missing (SI08-15)
ANALOG module 1
Missing (AN00-15)
DIGITAL module 1
Missing (DI00-15)
DIGITAL module 2
Missing (DI16-31)
DIGITAL module 3
Missing (DI32-47)
DIGITAL module 4
Missing (DI48-64)

442
443
444
445
446

450452

SIU xxxxxxx
Module in wrong slot

460462

SIU xxxxxxx
Wrong MR address

470472

SIU xxxxxx
Module duplicate

480

VIDEO
Illegal settings

482

RVI VIDEO
Module missing

484

RVI VIDEO
Wrong RVI address

500

ANALOG module 2
Missing (AN16-31)
DIGITAL module 5
Missing (DI64-79)
DIGITAL module 6
Missing (DI80-95)
DIGITAL module 7

501
502
503

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A mandatory serial signal has disappeared. Check that the

source is on. Check the signal from the source (serial monitor in
VDR explorer, WEB status or VGA status display). If no signal
is present check the cable or that the configuration is correct.
If only one module is affected:
A module has been removed or has failed. Check that the
module is installed correctly.
If installed in a SIU the blue link LED for the module must
be illuminated. If the LED is already illuminated switch the
power to the SIU off and on. If the error persists replace the
module.
If all modules in a SIU are affected:
Check the power to the SIU
Check the cable from the SIU to the DAU and link status, see
section 5.2.3 and 6.1.4.
If no error is found, try to restart both the DAU and the SIU
(power off and the on)
If the error persists, call for assistance, the DPU or the Module
rack is probably defective.
xxxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL
A module has been misplaced. Modules must be installed
according to the VDR configuration.
xxxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL
A SIU with the wrong Module Rack address has been detected.
Set the MR address to 0 or 1. See section 6.1.6
xxxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL
The VDR had detected two different modules with the same
MR address, and slot number. This may occur if two SIUs are
connected to the DAU, with the same address.
Recording of radar images to the capsule has been disabled
which is unacceptable for a VDR installation. The system
configuration must be changed, consult the Installation Manual.
The VDR is unable to detect the second video module (which is
located in the RVI). Check the connection between the DPU
and the RVI. Check the RVI, the Video Acquisition Module
and the internal cable between the RVI baseboard and the
Video Acquisition Module.
The RVI address is wrong. Set the address to 0. The RVI
address is determined by the small rotary switch on front of the
RVI, see section 0
If only one module is affected:
A module has been removed or has failed. Check that the
module is installed correctly.
If installed in a SIU the blue link LED for the module must
be illuminated. If the LED is already illuminated switch the
power to the SIU off and on. If the error persists replace the
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504
505
506

Missing (DI96-111)
DIGITAL module 8
Missing (DI112-127)
SERIAL module 3
Missing (SI16-23)
SERIAL module 4
Missing (SI24-31)

module.
If all modules in a SIU are affected:
Check the power to the SIU
Check the cable from the SIU to the DAU and link status, see
section 5.2.3 and 6.1.4.
If no error is found, try to restart both the DAU and the SIU
(power off and the on)
If the error persists, call for assistance, the DPU or the Module
rack is probably defective.

8.3 Description of warnings issued during the first 24h of operation

The VDR is able to recover from a numbers of problems typically related to communication
problems caused by electrical noise and issues related to the memory for the capsule/VDR data disc.
The system recovery is very effective and makes it difficult for a service technician to determine
whether a system is installed and operating correctly. Warnings, which are primarily intended for a
service technical, are therefore issued during the first 24 hours of operation if system recovery takes
place.
A system which is installed and operating correctly will in general be able to operate for 24 hours
without having to recover from errors however there is always a chance that a problem is detected
within the first 24 hours of operation even if the error rate is very low e.g. one per year. The
simplest test if a warning is issued is to restart the VDR and check that is does not happen again
alternatively let the VDR operate for e.g. 24 hours and then analyze the log.
Please notice that all activity related to system recovery will be logged and the log must be analyzed
as part of the APT in order to check the integrity of the VDR.

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9 Service and maintenance

The VDR requires an annual inspection carried out by a certified service organization. Please refer
to Installation Manual for DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR for further details.

9.1 Verification of the VDR functionality following service on any

sensor
It is required in the (S)-VDR standard that the functionally of the VDR is verified followed service
on any sensor (e.g. the GPS) connected to the VDR.
The bridge alarm panel will display oblivious errors if e.g. signal from a sensor sending NMEA
sentences is missing completely. However, it is required that recorded data is retrieved and checked
to a certain extent. A tool for doing that is stored on the VDR and may be downloaded via a web
browser to in PC.
The following steps is needed
- Setting the IP address of the PC to match the VDR
- Connecting the PC to the VDR
- Running the VDRverifier program
- Examine the report

9.2 Setting the IP address of the PC

The default IP address of the VDR is 10.0.0.100 (255.0.0.0). The PC must use an IP address within
the same range.
The following description covers how to change the IP address for Windows XP. The scheme for
Windows 2000P is almost identical.
Note: The operator may have changed the IP address for the VDR. This must be documented in the
Inspectors and Authorities Manual for DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR.

Click on Start->Settings->Network connections->Local area connection.

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Click on Properties.

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Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on Properties.

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Click on the radio button Use the following IP address.

Type in an IP address within the range 10.0.0.101 to 10.0.0.254
Type in subnet mask equal to 255.0.0.0
Click on OK.

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9.3 Connect the PC to the VDR

Connect the PC the VDR using a standard CAT5 path cable.
Open an Internet browser on the PC

Type in the IP address of the VDR in the browser address field. The IP address of the VDR is
10.0.0.100 (default).

9.3.1 Run the VDRverifier program

Click on the Download VDR Verifier link.

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Click Run to start the program.

Click Run as this program is safe.

The following program will start:

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If needed change the IP address, the default IP address is set to the default at program start. Pressing
Test will verify that a connection can be made to VDR.
Select the duration of the recording to be verified. Duration can be set from 15min to 720min.
Please notice that duration is limited to the time since last restart of the VDR and that only the radar
images recorded to capsule will be checked. The best result is obtained if the data to be verified
were recorded during a voyage.
Verification of 15 minutes of recording takes approximately 3min.
Click Start to begin the verification process.

Select a folder for the report and data files.

Wait for the verification to finish.

Press Yes to open report in a web-browser.

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9.3.2 Examination of the report

The following tests are made. The report starts with a summary.

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9.3.2.1 Verification of microphone functionality

The self test in the microphones is activated and the result is printed in the report either passed or
failed

9.3.2.2 Verification of analog data

The data on each enabled input is analyzed and the result is printed in the report

Failed: The input is not calibrated

Warning: The input was steady the current value is printed and must be checked e.g. if vessel
at harbor SOG should close to 0
Passed: The input has changed during the verification the maximum and minimum value is
printed and must be checked.
9.3.2.3 Verification of digital data
The data on each enabled input is analyzed and the result is printed in the report.

Warning: The input was steady the current value is printed and must be checked.
Passed: The input changed during the verification the current value is printed and must be
checked.

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9.3.2.4 Verification of data on the audio tracks

It is recommended that someone speaks on the bridge for the first 100 seconds after the verification
program is started i.e. during the microphone test and until download of data starts. If possible
also use the VHF radio.

Passed: The level of recorded audio was normal.

Warning: The level of the recoded audio was very low.
The last 60 seconds of audio from each track* is stored and must be checked before a conclusion is
made. A graphical representation of data from each track is shown as additional information.
* Data for tracks with no active microphones which is not configured to record VHF radio communication is omitted.

9.3.2.5 Verification of serial data

The data on each enabled input is analyzed and the result is printed in the report i.e. the list of
NMEA formatters defined in the VDR configuration is compared with what was received.

Error: The received data did not contain the NMEA formatters defined in the VDR configuration
or list of defined NMEA formatters was empty. Other kind of errors may be displayed e.g. detection
of CRC errors.
Passed: The received data contained the NMEA formatters defined in the VDR configuration

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9.3.2.6 Verification of video data

It is recommended that the radar(s) are switched on before and after the verification tool is started.

Passed: The image contains information.

Error: The image contains little or no information.
The last four images from each active input are saved and must be checked before a conclusion is
made.
9.3.2.7 Verification of power sources
The presence of AC mains, the battery and optionally DC is checked
9.3.2.8 Verification of alarm status
A list of VDR alarms which were present while the data was recorded will be displayed.

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9.4 List of spare parts

Major Parts
BMU (MIC) indoor
BMU (MIC) outdoor
Bridge Alarm Unit
Fixed Capsule, MK3
Installation kit DM300
Installation kit DM200
S-VDR program on CF flash
VDR Explorer on CD
Manuals

1000721
1000722
1000720
1300712
2000736
2300944
7000751
7000735
9000737

Boxes in DAU
DM300 DPU
DM300 PSU
DM200 DPU

1000610
1000611
1300687

Modules in DPU
Serial 08-001
Audio 08-001
Video 02-004
Video 02-004D
RBD 80GB-003
USB Backup Drive for DM200
COMM 03-001 (DM300)
COMM 03-004 (DM200)
FW 01-001 (DM300 older versions, w. RJ45)
FW 01-002

2000621
2000627
2301955
2301902
2301873
2302123
2000649
3300608
2000650
2301064

Miscellaneous parts
Beacon replacement kit
Clamps and cover for beacon
Cradle for capsule MK2
Cradle for capsule MK3
Cable from PSU to DPU - DM300
DM300 Spare DPU with no modules
(baseboard and all cables included)
Battery pack for DM300 PSU p/n 1000611
Battery pack for DM200 (DAU)
Spare ETX base board with ETX module
mounted for DM300 DPU 04-00x
Spare ETX base board with ETX module
mounted for DM200 DPU 200-01
Serial, Audio, Power (SAP) board for DM200
DPU 200-01
Internal cable set for DM300 DPU (spare
parts)
Fan (80x80x25) for DPU right side
Fan for DM300 PSU
Fan (92x92x25) for DM200 DPU top
New lock for DAU and SIU

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3000671
2301127
2000673
2300562
3000674
2000680
2000685
2301377
2300605
2300961
2300384
2000687
2000688
2000689
2300962
2000690

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Empty compact flash (64M)
Capsule MK2 wo. cradle and beacon
Capsule MK3 wo. cradle and beacon
Straps for capsule release mechanism

2000691
2000693
2300945
4300013

Parts for the DM200 are also applicable for the DM400
Parts for the DM300 are also applicable for the DM500

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