Danelec Marine VDR - S-VDR User Guide. (DBS11343-10)

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Danelec Marine S-VDR/VDR USER GUIDE

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Document number and version: DBS11343-10
Date: 2015-04-20
Prepared by: NAW
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Contents
REVISION RECORD ........................................................................................................... 2
1 SCOPE AND PURPOSE ........................................................................................... 5

1.1 References................................................................................................................. 5
1.2 Terms and Abbreviations ........................................................................................... 5
2 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Danelec S-VDR/VDR types........................................................................................ 6
2.2 How to determine the S-VDR/VDR type..................................................................... 6
3 USER INTERFACE ................................................................................................... 7

3.1 DM100 / DM200 / DM300 S-VDR and DM400 / 500 VDR ......................................... 7
3.1.1 Dimmer button ..................................................................................................... 7
3.1.2 Alarms ................................................................................................................. 8
3.1.3 Acknowledging alarm .......................................................................................... 8
3.1.4 Purging the alarm list ........................................................................................... 8
3.1.5 Incidents .............................................................................................................. 9
3.1.6 Back up disc ........................................................................................................ 9
3.1.7 How to save an incident .................................................................................... 10
3.2 DM100 VDR ............................................................................................................. 11
3.2.1 Dimmer button ................................................................................................... 11
3.2.2 Alerts ................................................................................................................. 11
3.2.3 Menu ................................................................................................................. 12
3.2.4 Audio test .......................................................................................................... 13
3.2.5 Communication audio test ................................................................................. 13
3.2.6 Operational Performance Test .......................................................................... 13
3.2.7 Performing an OPT............................................................................................ 14
3.2.8 OPT report......................................................................................................... 15
3.2.9 Network Data ..................................................................................................... 17
3.2.10 System Info .................................................................................................... 17
3.2.11 Analysis of recorded audio ............................................................................. 17
3.3 Handling unresolved alarms..................................................................................... 18
4 EXTRACTING DATA FROM THE VDR/S-VDR ...................................................... 19

4.1 PC setup .................................................................................................................. 19
4.2 Connecting the PC to the S-VDR/VDR .................................................................... 22
4.2.1 DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR connection ........................... 22
4.2.2 DM100 S-VDR and DM100 VDR connection .................................................... 22
4.3 Log in to the S-VDR/VDR......................................................................................... 23
4.4 Extracting Data from S-VDR/VDR Memory .............................................................. 24
4.4.1 Data source: DM100/DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR ............ 24
4.4.2 Data source: DM100 VDR ................................................................................. 25
4.4.3 Extracting data .................................................................................................. 26
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4.5 Extracting data from Danelec NAS disc ................................................................... 28
4.5.1 NAS Setup......................................................................................................... 28
4.5.2 Connecting to the NAS ...................................................................................... 28
4.5.3 Exporting Data from NAS disc to file ................................................................. 31
4.6 Performing a Dump for Support ............................................................................... 33
5 REPLAY OF S-VDR/VDR DATA ............................................................................. 35

5.1 VDR Explorer ........................................................................................................... 35
5.1.1 Starting VDR Explorer ....................................................................................... 35
5.1.2 Connecting to a data file .................................................................................... 36
5.1.3 Play control ........................................................................................................ 37
5.1.4 Playing the data ................................................................................................. 38
5.1.5 Accessing the audio .......................................................................................... 39
5.1.6 Vessel information ............................................................................................. 39
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1 Scope and purpose

This user guide describes all common tasks that the ship crew needs to perform on the Danelec
S-VDR/VDR. The user interface of all Danelec S-VDR/VDR is explained as well as the procedure
to extract data from the S-VDR/VDR and how to replay the extracted data.
1.1 References
User Manual for VDR Explorer - Document Number 9200294

Inspectors and Authorities Manual - Document Number 9200343
Manual for Network Attached Storage NAS 01-001- Document number DBS10903
1.2 Terms and Abbreviations

VDR Voyage Data Recorder
S-VDR Simplified Voyage Data Recorder
BCP Bridge Control Panel
BAU Bridge Alarm Unit
OPT Operation Performance Test
NAS Network Attached Storage
FRM Final Recording Media
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2 Introduction
In the following guide, the different user interfaces of the Danelec Marine S-VDR/VDR systems are
described, as well as how to handle alarms from the system, and what issues should be checked on a
regular basis and be part of the vessel’s maintenance schedule.
The instructions given cover all types of Danelec Marine S-VDR/VDR models. Most instructions
are similar regardless of the S-VDR/VDR type. However, there are some differences. It is therefore
necessary to determine what type of S-VDR/VDR is installed.
2.1 Danelec S-VDR/VDR types

The following are the current and previous Danelec Marine S-VDR/VDR Models:
S-VDR
DM100 S-VDR
DM200 S-VDR
DM300 S-VDR
VDR
DM100 VDR
DM400 VDR
DM500 VDR
2.2 How to determine the S-VDR/VDR type

To determine what type of S-VDR / VDR is installed, open the S-VDR/VDR door and look for the
Type Approval label inside the cabinet. The label is located on the left-hand side of the cabinet.
Type approval label
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3 User Interface
3.1 DM100 / DM200 / DM300 S-VDR and DM400 / 500 VDR
The user interface for the DM100/DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR is identical
and is called the Bridge Alarm Unit (BAU).
The BAU serves two purposes:
 Alarm indicator and display

 Saving of incidents to backup disc
In normal mode, the display of the BAU will indicate how many incidents are available in the
system. If alarms exist in the system, the display will indicate the alarm type.
3.1.1 Dimmer button

The Dimmer button can be used to adjust the backlight of the display and buttons. Press the dimmer
button multiple times to move between the different backlight levels.
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3.1.2 Alarms
During normal operation, the S-VDR/VDR should not have any alarms and no user operation is
required.
If an alarm in the S-VDR/VDR occurs, the BAU will indicate the alarm in the following way:
 The BAU buzzer will sound an alarm tone

 The BAU display will indicate the alarm code (3 digit) and a short description
 The ERROR LED will light up RED
Alarm Example:
Alarm code
ERROR LED is Red Short alarm description
3.1.3 Acknowledging alarm

If an Alarm is present in the S-VDR/VDR, the BAU will sound the alarm tone. To stop the alarm
tone, press the ACK button.
After any alarm the system should be monitored to see whether the alarm has been automatically
cleared or persists in the system. As long as the ERROR LED is lit, an alarm is present in the
system.
An alarm in the system will be automatically cleared when the condition for the alarm disappears.
When all alarms are cleared, the ERROR LED will turn off and the display text will return to show
remaining incidents available.
3.1.4 Purging the alarm list

Pressing the PURGE LIST button will purge the alarm list of alarms where the alarm condition no
longer exists. If the condition for the alarm reappears, the alarm will sound again.
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3.1.5 Incidents
In case of an incident, the crew of the vessel is required to save data onto the S-VDR/VDR backup
disc for later analysis.
The Danelec S-VDR/VDR contains a backup disc with data capacity for 3 incidents. When an
incident is saved, the S-VDR/VDR automatically stores the last 12 hours of recorded data on a
protected area of the backup disc while continuing to record new data.
When 3 incidents have been saved, the backup disc becomes full and no more incidents can be
saved. It is therefore important, after an incident has been saved, to extract data from the incident
onto another media (PC, CD, etc.) and delete the stored incident from the backup drive.
It is not recommended to use the save function as a form of backup for internal use. If backup of
recording for internal use is needed, the data should be extracted through the S-VDR/VDR web
interface as described in section 4.
Note:
Saved incidents can only be deleted by a certified Danelec Marine technician.
3.1.6 Back up disc

The Backup disc has been designed in accordance with IMO regulations to be easily removable
from the S-VDR/VDR in case of an emergency where the crew has to abandon the vessel. The
Backup disc should never be removed from the system under normal conditions.
Depending on the model, the backup disc is either a USB stick or a hard disc cassette.
S-VDR / VDR Type Back up disc type

DM100 S-VDR USB disc
DM200 S-VDR USB disc
DM300 S-VDR Hard disc cassette
DM400 VDR USB disc
DM500 VDR Hard disc cassette
USB Stick Hard disc Cassette

Note:
The USB disc is not standard formatted. If connected to a computer, the computer may ask to
format it. DO NOT FORMAT THE USB DISC, all data will be lost and the S-VDR/ VDR will not
be able to record to it again. In case of a formatted USB disc, service is required.
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3.1.7 How to save an incident
To save an incident, press the two save buttons on the BAU simultaneously. The display will
indicate that the backup procedure (saving the incident) is in progress and the SAVE LED will
blink. After saving the incident, press the ACK button to acknowledge and the display will return to
the main display.
Press both save buttons

simultaneously
After each saving operation, the text in the display will change according to the table below.
Incident saved Display text SAVE LED Display

0 Incidents Left (3) Green
1 Incidents Left (2) Green
2 Incidents Left (1) Yellow
3 No Incidents Left Red
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3.2 DM100 VDR

The user interface of the Danelec DM100 VDR is called the Bridge Control Panel (BCP). The BCP
provides information about alarms (cautions) in the system, initiates tests, and displays system
information.
The BCP has 3 functions:
 Indication of alarms (cautions) in the VDR system

 Test interface for the VDR
 Provision of system information and network data status
Two function buttons F1 and F2, and navigation buttons are used to navigate through the different
menus.
3.2.1 Dimmer button

The DIM button can be used to adjust the brightness of the display and buttons. Press the DIM
button to enter the menu and use left and right navigation buttons to adjust the brightness. Pressing
the F2 button while in the brightness menu will toggle between night or day mode.
3.2.2 Alerts
Unlike older S-VDR/VDR systems, the DM100 VDR does not provide any audible alarms. In
accordance with regulations, only visual indication of alarms on the BCP is provided. In addition,
alarms do not need to be acknowledged.
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When no alarms are present in the VDR, the main display only indicates VDR version and time.
The yellow caution LED will be off.
When an alarm is present, a yellow field will appear on the main display. The yellow field indicates
how many alarms are present in the system. As long as any alarms are present, the yellow caution
LED will be on.
Alarm indication
Caution LED is on
Pressing the F1 button (alerts) will open the alerts screen. Here, a complete list of alarms currently
present in the VDR can be displayed. Each alarm has a 3 digit alarm code and a short description:
Alarm code
Short alarm description
When an alarm is no longer present in the VDR, the alarm is removed from the Alert list on the
alert screen.
3.2.3 Menu
Pressing F2 button (Menu) opens the menu page where different tests can be initiated or system
information viewed.
The menu list contains:

Menu Description
Audio test Starts a microphone test.
Communication audio test Starts a test of the VHF to VDR connection
Operational performance test (OPT) Starts a new OPT test
View available operational performance Open previously performed OPT reports
tests
Network data Displays network data status
System info Displays system information
Analysis of recorded audio Analyses data disc usage
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3.2.4 Audio test
The audio test will initiate a microphone test. All microphone inputs on the VDR will be tested
using the built in buzzer in the microphones. After the test, a report will be generated indicating if
the connected microphones are working satisfactorily.
The report will indicate connected and configured microphones that are working correctly with a
green colour. Microphones that are configured but not working correctly will be indicated with a
yellow colour. Unused audio inputs will be shown as disabled.
3.2.5 Communication audio test

The communication audio test will test the VHF input to the VDR. After selecting communication
audio test, the BCP will now prompt the activation of the VHF connected to the VDR. The system
will detect when audio is present and make a short recording. If no audio is detected by the VDR,
an error message will appear.
After the test, the recorded audio is presented as a waveform picture. Here, the quality of the
recording can be evaluated.
3.2.6 Operational Performance Test

The OPT is a simplified VDR test that will verify the quality of all connected signals as well as
checking the final recording media (FRM) of the VDR. An OPT should be conducted on a regularly
scheduled basis to ensure that the VDR is working and recording correctly.
The OPT consist of the following test:

Test Description
Final recording media Verifies that the recording media are working and have recorded
continuously for the required period.
Audio test Verifies all configured Microphones
Communication test Verifies main and secondary VHF radio
Serial input test Verifies all configured serial inputs
Analog input test Verifies all configured analog signals
Digital test Verifies all configured digital inputs
Image test Verifies all configured image channels
The OPT is an automated process. After starting the OPT, the user will be prompted a few times in
order to carry out the communication audio test. The OPT will take a couple of minutes to
complete.
After the OPT has finished, an OPT report will be generated and displayed. The OPT report will
indicate any problems found during the test by highlighting the affected input with a yellow colour.
Some items such as communication audio and video are required to be verified by the user. In the
report it is therefore possible to view pictures of the communication audio and grabbed images from
the configured image sources.
Communication audio should be inspected for signs of constant noise. Images should be inspected
for clarity and correct resolution. Incorrect resolution will usually be seen on radar images where
the radar range rings are oval in shape.
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3.2.7 Performing an OPT
1. Click on F1 Button (“Menu”) and then select “ Start

new operational performance test (OPT)”.
2. Select which media to perform the OPT from.
3. The Communication Audio test will start. Click on

“OK” to start the test.
It is possible to skip the communication Audio test.
The BCP will now prompt the activation of the

communication audio channel within 60 seconds. At
this point, activate the VHF.
When the system detects audio on the channel, it will
start to record 15 seconds of audio.
After recording 15 seconds of audio, the system will

analyse the audio and if audio is present pass the test.
Click “OK” to continue.
If the test has failed (no audio present in the

recording), it is possible to restart the test by clicking
the F2 button (Retry).
The same test is performed for the secondary VHF channel if connected to the VDR.
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4. After the communication audio test, the OPT will

then automatically analyse Audio (bridge
microphones), serial, digital, analog and video data
recorded by the VDR.
5. After Analysing the data, the OPT report will be generated and displayed. See next
section for an explanation of the report.
3.2.8 OPT report

In “View available operational performance test” previously performed OPT reports can be viewed.
Additionally the OPT report will automatically be displayed after an OPT has been performed.
An OPT report consist of 8 pages.
1. General information
Display the vessel specific data including the expiry
date of the VDR backup batteries.
2. FRM Information
Display information about the final recording media
(FRM).
- Green colour indicates that the media is working
and has recorded for at least the period required
by regulation
- Yellow colour indicates a problem
- No colour indicates that the media has not yet been recording for the required period.
3. Bridge Audio
Display the result of the audio (Microphone) test.
- Green colour indicates that the microphone test
has passed.
- Yellow colour indicates an error.
- No colour indicates input is disabled (Unused).
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4. Communication audio
Display the result of the communication audio test.
- Green colour indicates microphone test has

passed.
It is possible to display the recorded audio by selecting the input and press the “OK”
button. A picture will appear displaying the audio waveform. The picture can be used to
evaluate if there is excessive noise etc. overlaying the audio.
5. Communication input
Display the result of the serial data input analysis.
All serial data that are configured to be recorded
will be displayed.
- Green colour indicates that the channel has

received the correct data.
- Yellow colour indicates an error or that the data

configured for this channel was not received e.g. transmitting device turned off.
6. Discrete Inputs
Display the result of the Digital input analysis. The
last recorded value of all digital input will be
shown.
- Green colour indicates channel is OK.
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7. Analog inputs
Display the result of the analog input analysis. The
last recorded value of all analog input will be
shown.
- Green colour indicates channel is OK.
- Yellow colour indicates an error
8. Image inputs
Display the result of the Image input analysis.
- Green colour indicates that a picture was

received
- Yellow colour indicates an error or that no

picture was received e.g. transmitting device
turned off.
It is possible to display the last recorded picture for each image channel by selecting the
image channel and press the “OK” button. The picture can now be evaluated for quality.
Pay special attention to resolution issues (picture looks stretched), picture sharpness and
whether the picture has captured the whole Radar/ECDIS display.
3.2.9 Network Data

The network data menu provides information about network errors etc. related to the VDR system.
It can be used to verify if a network problem exists.
3.2.10 System Info

This page provides information about the VDR model, Firmware version etc.
3.2.11 Analysis of recorded audio

This page provides an analysis of the last 15 seconds of recorded data. It is possible to see how
much of the storage has been used for Audio, Image, Serial, Analog, Digital and Log files. This
information may be helpful when troubleshooting storage issues.
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3.3 Handling unresolved alarms
If an alarm persists in the S-VDR/VDR and is not cleared by itself or if the OPT report indicates
problems (DM100 VDR only), it must be assessed whether the alarm is critical and requires
support/service or whether it is due to an issue on board the vessel not related to the S-VDR/VDR,
but affects the data recorded by the S-VDR/VDR.
For example, if the radar connected to image channel 1 on the S-VDR/VDR is switched off,
maintenance alarm “080 VIDEO VD01 input” will appear. When the radar is switched on again, the
alarm will automatically disappear. If the radar was not switched off and the same alarm appears, it
indicates a connection or hardware problem. In this case, service is required.
Some alarms may take a while to disappear from the system, even though the condition that caused
the alarm has been corrected. On all systems with a BAU, pressing the “Purge List” button will
clear the alarms from the system immediately and the alarm will only reappear if the condition for
the alarm still exists. On systems with a BCP, this possibility does not exist. This means that the
system must be monitored if an alarm remains after the condition has been corrected. If the alarm
remains for more than 12 hours, service or support may be required.
In the event of an alarm that requires service, contact one of Danelec Marine’s agents. A list of
agents can be found on the Danelec Marine web page:
http://www.danelec-marine.com
Support can be requested at [email protected].
Danelec Marine may in some cases request a dump for support file to be sent to Danelec for
analysis. In this case, please see section 4.6 for instructions on how to perform a dump for support.
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4 Extracting data from the VDR/S-VDR

Data can be extracted from the S-VDR/VDR by connecting a PC to one of the LAN ports on the S-
VDR / VDR main unit. The procedure to extract data is identical for all Danelec S-VDR/VDR
models.
4.1 PC setup
The PC is used to extract data from the S-VDR / VDR. Before connecting the PC to the
S-VDR/VDR the network interface of the PC must be configured. The default IP address of the
S-VDR/VDR is 10.0.0.100, Subnet mask 255.255.255.0. To connect to the S-VDR/VDR, the PC
network adaptor must be set to an IP address in the range of 10.0.0.1 to 10.0.0.255.
Note:
If the IP address of the VDR has been changed to another value than the default, the PC network
adaptor must be configured accordingly.
Note:
The IP address of the computer may not be the same as the IP address of the S-VDR/VDR.
Follow these steps to configure the PC:
1. Open the network and sharing menu in the control panel
Click Start menu → Control Panel
2. In the control panel click on Network and Sharing center
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3. In the Network and Sharing Center window click on Change adapter Settings
4. Double click on the network adaptor controlling the LAN port used to connect to the S-VDR
/ VDR
5. Click on Properties
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6. Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click on Properties
7. Set IP address and Subnet mask
Select “Use the following IP adress:”

Type in IP address: 10.0.0.1
Type in Subnet mask: 255.0.0.0
8. Click OK and exit the control panel
The PC LAN port is now setup to communicate with the S-VDR / VDR.
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4.2 Connecting the PC to the S-VDR/VDR

Connect the PC to the S-VDR/VDR using a standard network cable. Plug the cable in the PC LAN
port and in an available LAN port on the S-VDR/VDR.
LAN ports are different on the Danelec DM200-500 range S-VDR/VDR and Danelec DM100
S-VDR/VDR.
4.2.1 DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR connection

Connect a LAN cable to any of the 4 ETHERNET ports.
DM200/DM300 S-VDR
PC or Laptop DM400/DM500 VDR
CAT 5 LAN Cable
4.2.2 DM100 S-VDR and DM100 VDR connection

Connect a LAN cable to LAN 1 port if unused. If LAN 1 port is in use, connect to one of the other
LAN ports (LAN 2 – LAN 7).
PC or Laptop DM100 S-VDR

DM100 VDR
CAT 5 LAN Cable
Note:
Do not connect the cable to the SIU port.
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4.3 Log in to the S-VDR/VDR
After successfully configuring the PC and connecting the network cable between the PC and the
S-VDR/VDR, use a web browser (Internet Explorer version 6 or higher is recommended) to log in
and extract data.
1. Open the Web browser and type in the IP address of the S-VDR/VDR (10.0.0.100) in the
address field
2. A new window opens. Click on connect
3. The VDR front page appears. Click on login
4. Enter user and password information
User: svdr
Password: password
5. Click Submit to log in to the S-VDR/VDR
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4.4 Extracting Data from S-VDR/VDR Memory
Once logged in, click on menu option: WEB Extractor
4.4.1 Data source: DM100/DM200/DM300 S-VDR and DM400/DM500 VDR
In the WEB Extractor menu, select which memory to extract data from. Options are:
 Capsule
 Incident (backup disc)
On the capsule, the last 12 hours of recording is available.
In “Incident” there are a total of 3 incidents available. The latest 12 hours of recording is available
in the incident indicated with a “Recording since <date>”. If saved incidents exist they are labelled
with “Saved at <date>” label.
Web Extractor menu - No stored incident

Data can be extracted from Capsule or the first incident (currently recording).
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Web Extractor menu - One saved incident
Data can be extracted from Capsule, the saved incident or the second incident (currently recording).
4.4.2 Data source: DM100 VDR

In the DM100 VDR, there are 3 data sources available (Final Recording Media, FRM).
 Fixed capsule
 Float free capsule
 Long-term backup disc
The fixed and float free capsules contain data from the last 48 Hours.
The long-term backup disc contains data from the last 30 days.
Web Extractor menu of the DM100 VDR
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4.4.3 Extracting data
1. Select the medium to extract data from and click “Select Capsule / Incident” or “Select
FRM” (DM100 VDR).
2. A list of available tracks will now appear. There may be several tracks. A start and a end
label indicates when each specific track was recorded.
3. Select the track to extract data from and click on “Select track”.
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4. It is now possible to set a start and end point for the data extraction. The default value is
from the start of the recording to the end (all data in the selected track). If only a portion of
the data is needed, the start and end time can be adjusted.
Set “Start time” and “End time” and click on “Extract”.
5. Data is now extracted and the browser will prompt to save the data.
The extracted data file is a .VEE file type and the file name contains the IMO number of the
vessel. The .VEE file can be opened using the VDR Explorer Replay Software. The VDR
Explorer software can be downloaded directly from the S-VDR/VDR main menu and
installed on the PC.
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4.5 Extracting data from Danelec NAS disc
To extract data from a NAS disc, the NAS disc must be disconnected from the S-VDR/VDR.
The NAS Disc must be connected to a PC using a standard LAN cable, and the PC LAN port must
be configured as described in 0.
The VDR Explorer software must be installed on the PC.
The NAS disc must be powered using the standard NAS power supply.
4.5.1 NAS Setup
4.5.2 Connecting to the NAS
1. Open the VDR Explorer Software by clicking on the desktop Icon or selecting the program
from the start menu.
Note that if the user account on the PC running the VDR explorer does not have
administrator rights, Windows may prevent the VDR Explorer from starting. In this case
start the program from the start menu selecting the option VDR Explorer – No admin rights.
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1. In the VDR Explorer start screen (Connect dialog), select the option “VDR extraction” and
click on browse.
Type in the IP address of the NAS disc in the file name field: \\10.0.0.200\vdr\data
Click open
The VDR Explorer will prompt for a username and a password.
Username: vdrdata (lowercase)

Password: vdrdata (lowercase)
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2. A list of available files in the NAS disc appears. Each file is 640MB in size and the file
name indicates the start time of the recording.
Ex. DA201409110802_00000301047
Minute
Hour
Day
Month
Year
Select a file and click open.
The VDR extraction file has now been selected and the VDR Explorer can connect to the
data in the file.
It is possible to do a track analysis of the extraction data before connecting to the data. Click
on Analyze. This will produce a list of tracks available in this data extraction. The list will
appear in the Track Information window.
To connect to the data, click on connect.
Now data can be played in the VDR Explorer. Note that the data is still located on the NAS
disc. See 4.5.3 to export data from the NAS disc to a file on a PC.
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4.5.3 Exporting Data from NAS disc to file

When the VDR explorer has been connected to a NAS disc data file, it is possible to extract this
data and export it into a separate file on a PC.
1. Select menu Tools → Extractor
2. In the extractor menu select:
 Tracks to be included in the extraction

 Start and end time of the extraction
3. Click on browse to select a location for the file and give the file a name, then click save
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1. Click on “Extract”
Data is now saved as a .VEE file in the specified folder and can be stored on any media and
replayed on any PC with the VDR Explorer software installed.
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4.6 Performing a Dump for Support

In some cases, a Dump for Support file is required by Danelec Marine to troubleshoot and support
technical issues related to Danelec S-VDR/VDR installations.
A Dump for Support file contains numerous data and log files all compressed into a single file -
small enough to send as an attachment to an email.
To perform a Dump for Support, a PC with the LAN port configured as described in 0 is needed.
Follow the below steps to perform the Dump for Support:
1. Connect the PC to S-VDR/VDR as described in 4.2
2. Log in to the S-VDR/VDR as described in 4.3
3. In the main menu select the “Tech. Support” sub menu.
4. In the Tech Support submenu select “Dump for Support”.
Note:
After clicking on Dump for Support it may take a couple of minutes before the Dump for
Support file is ready. During this time do not click on anything else.
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5. When the Dump for Support file is ready, the browser will prompt to save the file.
Click on “Save” to save the file to the PC.
The Dump for support file is approximately 3-7 MB in size depending on the S-VDR/VDR
model. It is a compressed file in the .TGZ format.
The Dump for Support file can easily be attached to an email and sent to Danelec Marine
support for analysis.
[email protected]
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5 Replay of S-VDR/VDR Data

5.1 VDR Explorer
The VDR Explorer is the software used to replay data from the Danelec S-VDR/VDR. The latest
version of the VDR explorer supports all Danelec S-VDR/VDR models.
The VDR explorer can be obtained by contacting Danelec or a Danelec agent. Alternatively, the
VDR Explorer can always be downloaded directly from the S-VDR/VDR.
The VDR Explorer will play any Danelec S-VDR/VDR data extraction file with the file format
.VEE (VDR Explorer Extraction format). A data extraction file can be extracted from the S-VDR /
VDR or from a NAS disc. Information on how to connect to the S-VDR/VDR and extract data can
be found in the section 4.
5.1.1 Starting VDR Explorer

Open the VDR Explorer software by clicking on the desktop icon or selecting the program from the
start menu. Notice that if the user account on the PC running the VDR Explorer does not have
administrator rights, Windows may prevent the VDR explorer from starting. In this case start the
program from the start menu selecting the option VDR Explorer – No admin rights.
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5.1.2 Connecting to a data file

1. To play data from a file, the VDR Explorer must connect to the file. When the VDR
Explorer has first started it will automatically display the “Connect” dialog. Alternatively
the “Connect” dialog can be found under Menu: Tools→Connect
2. In the “Connect” dialog, select “VDR extraction” and click on “Browse”.
3. Browse to the location of the data extraction file. Highlight the desired file and click open.
The VDR explorer is now connected to the extraction file.
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5.1.3 Play control
When the VDR Explorer has connected to a VDR extraction file, the data can be played.
Playback is controlled by the Play control tool bar
Clicking on the small arrow in the bottom left corner of the play control tool-bar shows a set of
advanced play options. Clicking the arrow again hides these features.
Recording date
and time Stop, Play/Pause
Selected track Track list Jump control Go to control Track control Play speed
Please consult the “User Manual for VDR Explorer” Doc. 9200294 for an in-depth description of
the play control features.
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5.1.4 Playing the data

Click on the play button to start playing the data. Click on the play button again to pause. Click on
the stop button to stop data.
When the data is being played, data can be observed in the different tab pages of the VDR Explorer
configuration. Layout of the VDR Explorer configuration will vary from each installation.
Clicking on the tabs at the top of the player configuration will change the tab page displayed.
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5.1.5 Accessing the audio

To play back the audio of the recording, click on the speaker icon and the audio dialog opens.
It is possible to mute the different audio sources by clicking on the speaker symbols and turning up
and down the overall volume on the volume slider.
5.1.6 Vessel information

When the VDR is connected to a VDR Explorer extraction, it is possible to view the Vessel
information that is configured in the S-VDR/VDR.
In the Item list, select what information to display. Available information:
 Vessel name
 Authority approval
 Flag
 IMO number
 MMSI number
 VDR model
 VDR installation date
 VDR serial number
 VDR battery expiry date
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Approved by: Date CET Initials Name Justification

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Document template: DBS V1.0 2010-10-29

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REVISION RECORD ........................................................................................................... 2

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

3 USER INTERFACE ................................................................................................... 7

4 EXTRACTING DATA FROM THE VDR/S-VDR ...................................................... 19

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5 REPLAY OF S-VDR/VDR DATA ............................................................................. 35

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1 Scope and purpose

User Manual for VDR Explorer - Document Number 9200294

1.2 Terms and Abbreviations

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2.1 Danelec S-VDR/VDR types

2.2 How to determine the S-VDR/VDR type

Type approval label

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The BAU serves two purposes:

 Alarm indicator and display

3.1.1 Dimmer button

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 The BAU buzzer will sound an alarm tone

ERROR LED is Red Short alarm description

3.1.3 Acknowledging alarm

3.1.4 Purging the alarm list

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3.1.6 Back up disc

S-VDR / VDR Type Back up disc type

USB Stick Hard disc Cassette

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Press both save buttons

Incident saved Display text SAVE LED Display

1 Incidents Left (2) Green

2 Incidents Left (1) Yellow

3 No Incidents Left Red

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3.2 DM100 VDR

The BCP has 3 functions:

 Indication of alarms (cautions) in the VDR system

3.2.1 Dimmer button

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Short alarm description

The menu list contains:

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3.2.5 Communication audio test

3.2.6 Operational Performance Test

The OPT consist of the following test:

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1. Click on F1 Button (“Menu”) and then select “ Start

2. Select which media to perform the OPT from.

3. The Communication Audio test will start. Click on

It is possible to skip the communication Audio test.

The BCP will now prompt the activation of the