XProtect Professional 8.1 Specification Sheet - Milestone

XProtect ® Professional 8.1Specification Sheet

ContentsFeature Overview ................................................................................................................ 3XProtect Professional server modules ......................................................................................... 3XProtect Professional client modules .......................................................................................... 3Detailed Product Features ................................................................................................... 4XProtect Professional server modules ......................................................................................... 4XProtect Professional server 8.1 .............................................................................................. 4XProtect ® Smart Client - Player ................................................................................................ 5XProtect Professional client modules .......................................................................................... 5XProtect ® Smart Client ............................................................................................................. 5XProtect ® Web Client ............................................................................................................... 6Integration options ....................................................................................................................... 6System Requirements.......................................................................................................... 7XProtect Professional server modules ......................................................................................... 7XProtect Professional server 8.1a ............................................................................................ 7Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................................... 7XProtect Professional clients ....................................................................................................... 7XProtect Smart Client 7.0b and XProtect Smart Client – Player ............................................... 7XProtect Web Client .................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.Licensing structure ...................................................................................................................... 8Base server license .................................................................................................................. 8Camera license ........................................................................................................................ 8Client license ........................................................................................................................... 8Supported languages .................................................................................................................. 8XProtect Professional server 8.1a ............................................................................................ 8XProtect Smart Client 7.0b and XProtect Smart Client – Player ............................................... 82

Feature OverviewXProtect Professional server modulesXProtect Professional client modulesOpen platform:Open application programming interface(API)/software development kit (SDK) supportseamless integration with third-party applicationsMulti-server video surveillance solution:Recording of video from up to five servers each withup to 64 IP cameras, IP video encoders and selecteddigital video recorders (DVRs) with analog cameras. Ifyou have more than 64 cameras in total, Milestonerecommends that you use XProtect ® Enterprise orXProtect ® CorporateWide IP camera and device support:Supports more than 1,500 IP cameras, encoders andDVRs from 100 different manufacturersONVIF and PSIA compliant:Supports ONVIF and PSIA compliant cameras anddevicesOptimized recording storage management:Unique data storage and archiving solution thatcombines superior performance and scalability andcost-efficient, long-term video storageWide compression technology support:Supports the new compression methods: MPEG4ASP, MxPEG and H.264, as well as MJEPG andMPEG4Dual streaming:Hardware use is optimized with two independentconfigurable video streams, one for live viewing andone for recording. No client side configuration neededSystem configuration wizards:Guide the user through the process of addingcameras, configuring video and recording, adjustingmotion detection and configuring usersBuilt-in video motion detection:Independent of camera model and supporting up to 64cameras simultaneously per serverAutomatic license activation:Automatic online or offline activation. 30-day cameralicense grace period. No need to keep track of licensekeys because the system gathers and handles allinformation automaticallyPrivacy masking:The privacy masking capability enables administratorsto define privacy masks for individual cameras to hideareas in the camera view that must not be visible orrecorded in order to comply with local legislationEasier installation:Quickly start the installation with a few mouse clicks –all languages and applications in one installer(Management Application supports 11 languages).You can even add components to or remove themfrom your installation at a later timeSupported by the Software Manager:Deploy XProtect Professional centrally via theSoftware Manager utilityAlarm list:Alarms are consolidated from all security devices andsystems into the alarm list for immediate visualverification of alarms360° panomorph lens technology:Removes blind spots and allows operators to track,detect and analyze the entire area in live or playbackmode. Only one camera license is required for the360° panomorph lensOverlay buttons:Intuitive control of cameras, camera-integrated devicesand other integrated systems directly from the cameraviewMulti-channel, two-way audio:Communicate with people at gates/entrances orbroadcast messages to many people at onceIndependent playback:Instant and independent playback function allows youto independently play back recorded video from one ormore cameras, while in live view or playback modeSequence Explorer:Displays sequences and time intervals in thumbnailpreviews and gives a visual overview of recordedvideo combined with smooth navigationSmart SearchQuickly gather and refine evidence by searching forchanges or objects in the videoFast evidence export:Seamlessly export video in various formats, includingvideo from multiple cameras, with evidence viewer,data logs and user notes includedMultiple language support:Supports 26 languages3

Detailed Product FeaturesXProtect Professional server modulesXProtect Professional server 8.1Management Application Single Management Application provides aconsolidated single point of access to XProtectProfessional Recording Servers System configuration wizards guide the user throughthe process of adding cameras, configuring video andrecording, adjusting motion detection and configuringusers Automated device discovery enables fast discovery ofcamera devices using methods such as Universal Plugand Play, broadcast and IP range scanning. Smart bulk configuration option allows simultaneouschanges to the settings across multiple devices and infew clicks Adaptable application behavior guides novice users,while expert users can optimize the application forefficient use Export/import of system and user configuration dataallows for reliable system operation and fast systemrecovery. System cloning for efficient rollout of multiplesystems with the same, or similar, configuration Import of offline configuration data enables offlineediting of configuration data, including camera anddevice definitions Automatic system restore points are created each timea configuration change is confirmed. Enables easyrollback to previously defined system configurationpoints and enables cancellation of undesiredconfiguration changes and restoration of earlier validconfigurationsRecording Server Auto-detect camera models during setup Flexible multi-site, multi-server license structurecharged per camera Up to 64 installed cameras per server and up to fiveservers; simultaneous recording and live view of up to64 cameras per server. If you have more than 64cameras in total, Milestone recommends that you useXProtect Enterprise or XProtect Corporate Recording quality depends entirely on camera andvideo encoder capabilities: no software limitation (30+frames per second per camera) Dual streams from cameras can be optimizedindividually on compression, resolution and frame rate,meeting recording and live monitoring requirements Bandwidth is optimized with multi-streaming bysplitting a single camera video stream to differentiatedstreams for live view and recording, where each canbe optimized independently with respect to frame rateand resolution Simultaneous digital multi-channel video and audiorecording and live viewing (relaying) Connectivity to cameras, video encoders and selectedDVRs supports MJPEG, MPEG4, MPEG4 ASP, H.264and MxPEGRecording technology: secure high-speed databaseholding JPEG images or MPEG4 and MxPEG streamsincluding audioUnlimited recording capacity with multiple archivespossible per dayHourly to daily database archiving with optionalautomatic move to network drive saves storagecapacity on the local server – with images stillavailable transparently for playbackStart recording on eventAuthenticate access based on local Windows useraccount, or XProtect user name and passwordAuthorize access privileges per local Windows useraccount, XProtect user profile or grant full accessAudit logs of exported evidence by user and fileAudit logs of client user activity by time, locations andcamerasLocal console management of the Recording Serveraccessible from the notification areao Start and stop Recording Server serviceo Access to Recording Server configuration settingso Access to Recording Server help systemo View system status and log informationo Built-in web server for download and launch ofclients and plug-insRemote access for XProtect Smart Client and XProtectWeb ClientUser profiles control access to: live view, pan-tilt-zoom(PTZ), PTZ presets, output control, events, listen tomicrophone, talk to speaker, manual recording;playback, AVI export, JPG export, XProtect (database)export, sequences, Smart Search and audio. As wellas set up views, edit private views and edit sharedpublic viewsClient-initiated start of recording based on predefinedrecording time or manual stop and access privilegesStart cameras on live view requests from clientsBuilt-in, real-time, camera independent motiondetection; fully adjustable sensitivity, zone exclusions,recording activation with frame rate speed up and alertactivation through email or SMSTwo-way audio enables integrated control ofmicrophones and speakers connected to IP devicesOn predefined events Matrix remote commands areautomatically sent to display live video remotely oncomputers running XProtect Smart Client with MatrixPlug-inFlexible notification (sound, email and SMS) andcamera patrolling scheduling, triggered by time oreventPTZ preset positions, up to 50 per camera.Absolute and relative PTZ positioningPTZ go-to preset position on eventsCombine PTZ patrolling and go-to positions on eventsSet multiple patrolling schedules per camera per day:i.e. different for day, night and weekendPTZ scanning on supported devices: viewing orrecording while moving slowly between PTZ positionsVideo motion detection-sensitive PTZ patrolling amongselected presets allows sending of wipe and washcommands to supported PTZ models4

XProtect Professional client modulesXProtect Smart Client Dedicated task-oriented tab for the SequenceExplorer, in addition to the traditional Live andPlayback tabs Application theme support with choice of dark or lighttheme Installed per default on Recording Server for localviewing and playback of video and audio Start recording on cameras for a predefined time(default five minutes). Subject to privileges set byadministrator Support for native 64-bit operating systems Independent playback capability allows for instant playback of recorded video for one or more cameras, whilein live and playback mode Live view digital zoom allows zoomed-out recordingswhile the operator can digitally zoom in to see details “Update on Motion Only” optimizes CPU use by lettingmotion detection control whether or not the imageshould be decoded and displayed. The visual effect isa still image in the view until motion is detected Shared and private camera views offer 1x1 up to10x10 layouts in addition to asymmetric views Views optimized for both 4:3 and 16:9 screen ratios Multiple computer monitor support with a main windowand any number of either windowed or full screenviews Hotspot function for working in detail with a cameraselected from a view containing multiple cameras Carousel function allows a specified view to rotatebetween predefined cameras with individual timing andorder with multiple appearances. Carousel functioncan be controlled allowing the operator to pause thecarousel function and to switch to previous or nextcamera Overlay buttons provide intuitive control of cameras,camera-integrated devices and other integratedsystems directly from the camera view Matrix function to view live video from multiplecameras through the Image Server in any view layoutwith customizable rotation path, remotely controlled byXProtect Smart Clients or Recording Servers sendingMatrix remote commands Send Matrix remote commands to display live videoremotely on computers running XProtect Smart Clientwith Matrix Plug-in Cameras’ built-in audio sources available in live and inplayback Separate pop-up window displaying sequences andtime intervals in thumbnail previews, the SequenceExplorer gives a visual overview of recorded videocombined with smooth navigation– Presents recorded sequences for individual cameras,or all cameras in a view– Available in both live and playback modes– Smooth navigation with sliding preview and “dragand-throw”function for video thumbnails– Instant playback of video sequencesApplication options allow users to adapt the layout andpersonalize the application according to theirpreferencesControl PTZ cameras by using;- PTZ preset positions- PTZ point-and-click control- Overlay buttons- PTZ zoom to a defined rectangle- Video overlaid PTZ control- Virtual joystick function- JoystickIPIX technology for PTZ in 360° recorded images.360° ImmerVision Enables ® panomorph lenstechnologyMilestone Integration Platform Software DevelopmentKit (MIP SDK) 3.6 plug-in supportXProtect Smart Client – Player replaces the formerviewer application and offers efficient handling ofmultiple exportsXProtect Smart Client - Player Playback of recorded or received video and audioevidence Same user-friendly interface and almost identicalfunctions as XProtect Smart Client Instant one-click playback for easy viewing of exportedvideo evidence Advanced second-level investigation tools make iteasy to refine exported video and re-export the mostessential evidence The project tool allows users to merge video exports orarchives from two different locations or XProtectsystems together into one new export View up to 100 cameras time-synched during playback Scrollable activity timeline with magnifying feature Instant search on recordings based on date/time andactivity/alarm Smart Search lets you quickly search selected areasof camera images for motion Evidence can be generated as a printed report, aJPEG image, an AVI film or in XProtect format Export audio recordings in WAV or AVI format Export video digitally zoomed to view area of interestonly and to minimize export footprint size Re-export evidence in XProtect format with theXProtect Smart Client - Player for instant, easy viewingby authorities Encryption and password protection option forexported recordings and files Ability to add comments to exported evidence, alsoencrypted De-interlacing of video from analog cameras IPIX technology for PTZ in 360° recorded images 360° ImmerVision Enables ® panomorph lenstechnology5

XProtect Web Client View live video from up to 100 camerassimultaneously Access XProtect Smart Client views through thebrowser and avoid advanced setup Shared views can be managed centrally via the serverwith administrator/user rights and user groups Easy video playback including fast/slow playback,single frame step, and jump to date/time with framepreview while adjusting time Control PTZ cameras remotely, also using presetpositions Dynamic bandwidth optimization when streaming fromserver to client gives better use of bandwidth Create AVI files or save JPEG images Export on the server to avoid moving large video filesback and forth. Only download needed files or savethem for downloading when on a faster connection System login using XProtect user name and password System login using Microsoft Active Directory user Secure connection through HTTPS No installation needed on client computerIntegration optionsXProtect’s pen SDK makes it possible to incorporatevideo in your business processes through seamlessintegration of third-party applications, such as videoanalytics and access systemsCompatible with XProtect ® Retail, an add-oninvestigation tool for performing advanced dataanalysis. Based on transaction data from point-of-sale(POS) or automated teller machines (ATMs), XProtectRetail links data with corresponding video fromrelevant camerasCompatible with XProtect ® Transact, an add-onproduct that directly links video with transaction datafrom POS or ATMs. Transactions and correspondingvideo can be monitored live or viewed later to identifyshrinkage, fraud or simply validate a transaction.Compatible with XProtect ® Central, enabling alarmcentral organizations and system integrators tomanage and monitor alarms from a set of independentXProtect installations. XProtect Central providescontinuous monitoring of alarm status from XProtectservers, video surveillance cameras and externaldevicesCompatible with XProtect Screen Recorder, an add-onfunction that enables XProtect VMS to inconspicuouslycapture screen recordings of any Microsoft WindowsbasedPC or POS terminal. Captured screenrecordings are managed just like camera recordingsand can therefore be viewed in live and playbackmode, and exported for evidenceIntegrate with systems such as, access control,alarms, gates and building management usinghardware input/output (I/O), internal events andTCP/IP events6

System RequirementsXProtect Professional server modulesXProtect Professional Server 8.1a Hardware platform:CPU: Intel® Pentium® 4, 2.4 GHz or higher (Core TM 2recommended).RAM: Minimum 2 GB (4 GB or more recommended).Minimum 10 GB free hard disk space available,excluding space needed for recordingsEthernet: 1 Gigabit recommendedHDD: E-IDE, PATA, SATA, SCSI, SAS (7200 RPM orfaster)Onboard GFX, AGP or PCI-Express, minimum 1024 x768, 16 bit colorsOperating system:Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional (32 bit or 64bit*), Windows Server 2003 (32 bit or 64 bit*), WindowsServer 2008 R1/R2 (32 bit or 64 bit*), Windows VistaBusiness (32 bit or 64 bit*), Windows Vista Enterprise(32 bit or 64 bit*), Windows Vista Ultimate (32 bit or 64bit*), Windows 7 Professional (32 bit or 64 bit*),Windows 7 Enterprise (32 bit or 64 bit*) and Windows 7Ultimate (32 bit or 64 bit*)Software:Microsoft .NET 4.0 FrameworkDirectX 9.0 or newerWindows Help (WinHlp32.exe)All are downloadable fromhttp://www.microsoft.com/downloadsXProtect Professional clientsXProtect Smart Client 7.0b and XProtect SmartClient – Player Hardware platform:CPU: Intel Core2 Duo, minimum 2.4 GHz or higher(more powerful CPU recommended for XProtect SmartClients running a high number of cameras and multipleviews and displays)RAM: Minimum 2 GB (higher RAM recommended forXProtect Smart Clients running high number ofcameras and multiple views and displays)Network: Ethernet (100 Mbit or higher recommended)HDD: Minimum 1 GB freeGraphics Adapter: AGP or PCI-Express, minimum 1024x 768 (1280 x 1024 recommended), 16 bit colorsOperating system:Microsoft Windows XP Professional (32 bit or 64 bit),Windows Server 2003 (32 bit or 64 bit), WindowsServer 2008 R1/R2 (32 bit or 64 bit), Windows VistaBusiness (32 bit or 64 bit), Windows Vista Enterprise(32 bit or 64 bit), Windows Vista Ultimate (32 bit or 64bit), Windows 7 Professional (32 bit or 64 bit), Windows7 Enterprise (32 bit or 64 bit) and Windows 7 Ultimate(32 bit or 64 bit)Software:Microsoft .NET 4.0 FrameworkDirectX 9.0Windows Help (WinHlp32.exe)XProtect Web Client 1.0a Hardware platform:CPU: Intel Core2 Duo, minimum 2.4 GHz or higher(more powerful CPU recommended for XProtect WebClients running a high number of cameras or multipleinstances)RAM: Minimum 2 GB (higher RAM recommended forXProtect Web Clients running a high number ofcameras or multiple instances)Network: Any connection to the XProtect Mobile server(10 Mbit or higher recommendedScreen: WXGA or higher recommended (1280 x 720),16-bit colorsHDD: Minimum 1 GB free on machine where theXProtect Mobile server is installed (needed for exports)Browser:Microsoft Internet Explorer® 9 or laterSafari® 5 or laterGoogle Chrome 16 or laterMozilla® Firefox® 11 or later*Running as a 32 bit service/application7

MiscellaneousSupported languagesXProtect Professional server 8.1a English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese,Danish, French, German, Italian, Japanese,Portuguese (Brazil), Russian and Spanish Administrator’s Getting Start Guide is available inEnglish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese,Danish, French, German, Italian, Japanese,Portuguese (Brazil), Russian and Spanish The XProtect Professional help system is available inEnglish, Simplified Chinese, French and Portuguese(Brazil)XProtect Smart Client 7.0b and XProtect SmartClient – Player English, Arabic, Bulgarian, Simplified Chinese,Traditional Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish,French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian,Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese(Brazil), Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai andTurkish The XProtect Smart Client Help System and User’sManual are available in all languages exceptBulgarian, Finnish, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Slovakand ThaiLicensing structureBase server license An XProtect Professional base server license ismandatory for installing the product. The product maybe installed on a single computer designated as masterservers per software license code (SLC). The productmay be installed on up to four slave server computersper designated master server using the same SLC The base server license contains the XProtectProfessional server module and XProtect Mobileserver, plus the client modules XProtect Smart Client,XProtect Smart Client – Player, XProtect Web Clientand XProtect MobileCamera license To connect to a camera, a license per camera channelis required. In total, for all copies of the productinstalled under this license, the product may only beused with as many cameras as you have purchasedcamera licenses for Video encoders and DVRs connected to multipleanalog cameras require a camera license per channelto operate I/O devices require a camera license per I/O device Up to 64 camera licenses can be purchased per server,up to five servers, per SLC. To extend the installationwith additional camera licenses, the SLC is requiredwhen ordering. If you have more than 64 cameras intotal, Milestone recommends that you use XProtectEnterprise or XProtect CorporateClient license The XProtect Professional client modules: XProtectSmart Client, XProtect Smart Client – Player, XProtectWeb Client and XProtect Mobile are not licensed andcan be installed and used on any number of terminals8