Operator’s Manual

for DM100 VDR and DM100 S-VDR G2

Document Number DBS11011

Version Number 2.0
Date June 2019
P/N (hard copy) 9302721-20
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Revision record
Version Date Description
1.0 April 2014 Original issue of document
1.1 May 2014 Minor revision
1.2 June 2014 Minor revision
1.3 May 2016 Update of error text for error 054 and 184
1.4 September 2018 Description of Remote Audio Interface included.
Description new features and changes related to software
release 1.60.
2.0 June 2019 Information related to DM100 S-VDR G2, included

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Contents

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

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

1.1 References..................................................................................................................5
1.2 Terms and Abbreviations ............................................................................................5
1.3 Nomenclature..............................................................................................................5

2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW FOR DM100 VDR ...................................................................6

2.1.1 Data Acquisition Unit (DAU) .................................................................................6
2.1.2 VDR Bridge Control Panel (BCP).........................................................................6
2.1.3 Bridge Microphone Units (BMU)...........................................................................6
2.1.4 Fixed capsule .......................................................................................................7
2.1.5 Float-free capsule.................................................................................................7
2.1.6 Remote Video Interface (RVI) ..............................................................................7
2.1.7 Sensor Interface Unit (SIU) ..................................................................................7
2.2 System overview for DM100 S-VDR G2 .....................................................................8
2.3 Maximum number of supported interfaces..................................................................9

3 OPERATION.............................................................................................................10
3.1 Bridge Control Panel.................................................................................................10
3.1.1 Alert display........................................................................................................10
3.1.2 Self-test – Operational Performance Test ..........................................................10
3.1.3 Setting the display brilliance level to default.......................................................10
3.1.4 Download of VDR data to USB stick ..................................................................11
3.2 Operation of the DM100 DAU ...................................................................................12
3.3 Data Processing Unit (DPU) .....................................................................................13
3.3.1 Power LEDs .......................................................................................................13
3.3.2 AC breaker .........................................................................................................13
3.3.3 AC inlet...............................................................................................................13
3.3.4 Battery switch .....................................................................................................13
3.3.5 VDR status LED .................................................................................................14
3.3.6 Main CPU LED ...................................................................................................14
3.3.7 LEDs in the Ethernet connectors........................................................................14

4 OPERATION OF THE NON-MODULAR COMPACT SIU........................................15

4.1 LEDs on the Uni-rack................................................................................................15
4.1.1 AC LED ..............................................................................................................15
4.1.2 AC breaker .........................................................................................................15
4.1.3 Ethernet link and activity indicators ....................................................................16
4.1.4 UR address ........................................................................................................16

5 OPERATION OF THE MODULAR SIU ....................................................................17

5.1 LEDs on Module Rack ..............................................................................................17

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5.1.1 AC LED ..............................................................................................................17

5.1.2 Link indications...................................................................................................17
5.1.3 AC breaker .........................................................................................................17
5.1.4 LEDs in the Ethernet connector .........................................................................18
5.1.5 Allocation of system labels for digital interfaces.................................................18
5.1.6 MR address ........................................................................................................18

6 OPERATION OF STANDARD RVI 02-004 AND RVI 02-004D (POE).....................19

7 OPERATION OF THE RAI .......................................................................................20

8 ERROR CODES .......................................................................................................21

8.1 Error codes ...............................................................................................................21

9 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE..............................................................................31

9.1 Verification of the VDR functionality following service on any sensor.......................31
9.2 List of most common spare parts..............................................................................31

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1 Scope and purpose

Operator's Manual for DM100 VDR and DM100 S-VDR G2.
The DM100 VDR complies with IEC 61996-1 Ed.2 which applies to VDRs installed from 1st of
July 2014.
The DM100 S-VDR G2 complies with IEC 61996-2 Ed.2, however with changes required by IEC
62288 Ed.2 and IEC 61162-450 Ed.2.

1.1 References
DBS10704 Installation Manual for DM100/DM400 VDR compact Sensor Interface Unit
DBS10956 Installation Manual for DM100 VDR and DM100 S-VDR G2
DBS11010 Inspector's and Authorities' Manual for DM100 VDR and S-VDR G2
DBS10919 Installation Manual for Remote Video Interface with PoE RVI 02-004, RVI 02-004D
DBS00327 Installation Manual for DM100/DM400 modular Sensor Interface Unit

1.2 Terms and Abbreviations

BCP Bridge Control Panel
BMU Bridge Microphone Unit
DAU Data Acquisition Unit
DPU Data Processing Unit (located inside the DAU)
OPT Operational Performance Test (self-test according to IEC 61996-1 Ed.2)
SIU Sensor Interface Unit
RVI Remote Video Interface
RAI Remote Audio Interface
NAS Network attached storage (option used for external extended backup)

1.3 Nomenclature
The term “VDR” will be used a generic term which covers both the DM100 VDR and DM100 S-
VDR G2. When required, the full product names “DM100 VDR” and “DM100 S-VDR G2” will be
used to distinguish between the products.

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2 System overview for DM100 VDR

Ethernet PoE
STP CAT5 Fixed
Capsule

Float-free
Ethernet PoE capsule
Ethernet PoE DAU STP CAT5
STP CAT5
BCP

Ethernet STP
CAT5/CAT6 Images from
BMU RADAR and ECDIS
BMU Ethernet PoE
BMU STP CAT5
BMU Optional
BMU Remote
BMU Video I/F
Ethernet
6 x BMU STP CAT5
Video inputs (2)
VHF Serial inputs (12) Analog or DVI from
e.g. GPS e.g. RADAR

SIU

Serial inputs (8) Analog inputs (8) Digital inputs (64)

DM100 VDR System overview (typical configuration)

2.1.1 Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)

The Data Acquisition Unit contains the Data Processor Unit (DPU). The DAU must be installed
indoors in the proximity of the bridge.

2.1.2 VDR Bridge Control Panel (BCP)

The BCP must be installed on the bridge; either in a console or mounted on a bulkhead. The BCP is
the interface for the VDR Operational Performance Test, which must be carried out regularly. VDR
system errors will also be shown here as a caution (steady yellow light).

2.1.3 Bridge Microphone Units (BMU)

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

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2.1.4 Fixed capsule

The fixed data capsule (“the orange box”) must be installed on an “external deck close to the
vessel’s center line” - typically on the external deck above the bridge.

2.1.5 Float-free capsule

The float-free capsule is an additional data capsule which is required according to IEC 61996-1
ed2.0. It must be installed in the same way as an EPIRP.

2.1.6 Remote Video Interface (RVI)

The RVI is optional equipment. An RVI may be used to capture video from, for example, a
RADAR which is unable to send images to the VDR using Ethernet; i.e. typically older equipment.
The RVI must be installed indoors, normally close to the RADARs. It must be connected to the
DAU with a cable which may be up to 100m in length.

2.1.7 Sensor Interface Unit (SIU)

The SIU is optional equipment. An SIU is needed if, for example, door status cannot be provided
using a serial or Ethernet interface on the VDR.
A standard non-modular compact SIU has 8 serial interfaces, 8 analog interfaces and 64 digital
interfaces. A modular SIU also exists which can be configured to have other combinations of
interfaces. The SIU must be installed indoors. It must be connected to the DAU with an Ethernet
cable up to 100m long.

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2.2 System overview for DM100 S-VDR G2

The requirements for recorded data types for an S-VDR are reduced compared to a VDR. The
typical S-VDR installation is therefore simpler.

Float-free
Ethernet PoE capsule
STP CAT5 Fixed
Capsule OR

Ethernet PoE DAU

STP CAT5 Ethernet STP
BCP
CAT5/CAT6 Images from
RADAR

BMU Ethernet PoE

BMU STP CAT5
BMU Remote
BMU video I/F
BMU
BMU
6 x BMU Video inputs (2)
Analog or DVI from
e.g. RADAR
VHF Serial inputs (12)
e.g. GPS

DM100 S-VDR G2 System overview (typical configuration)

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2.3 Maximum number of supported interfaces

If needed, additional equipment may be used to make larger or non-standard configurations. The
maximum number of supported interfaces for a DM100 VDR and a DM100 S-VDR G2 is listed
below:

Type of input Maximum configuration

Ethernet interfaces* 7 on DAU

Serial inputs 36 (12 on DAU + 3 modules)
Analog inputs 32**
Digital inputs 128**
Audio inputs 18 (10 on DAU + 8 on RAI )
Video inputs 8

* For configuration of the VDR, acquiring network data and acquiring image data.

** VDR core inputs on SIUs. There is not limit for number of digital and analog input on RDIs

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3 Operation
3.1 Bridge Control Panel
The BCP is the primary user interface for an installed operational VDR. It serves two purposes:

 Alert (caution) display

 Interface for initiating VDR self-test (Operational Performance Test)

3.1.1 Alert display

The VDR will generate an alert message (caution) if a system error is detected. An alert message
will be displayed on the BCP and the yellow caution indicator will be illuminated. No audible alert
will be generated and alerts should not be acknowledged. When the cause of error is resolved, the
alert message will be cleared and the caution indicator turned off.

3.1.2 Self-test – Operational Performance Test

An Operational Performance Test (OPT) of the VDR must be carried out regularly, and always after
service and maintenance, which may affect the operation of the VDR. An OPT is best done while
the vessel is en route and all navigation equipment is switched on. A service agent must be
contacted if the OPT report shows problems which cannot be fixed by the master on the vessel.
Click on “F2” and follow the instructions in order to carry out an OPT.

3.1.3 Setting the display brilliance level to default

Pressing the DIM bottom for 5-7 seconds will restore the display brilliance level to default.

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3.1.4 Download of VDR data to USB stick

Insert a USB stick in one of the USB ports on the DPU. The USB stick must be formatted with a
file system supported by Windows 7 or 10 (FAT32 or NTFS).

On the BCP go to “Menu->Download data to USB disk” and press “OK”.

Two options are possible:

- Download of VDR data (download of latest VDR data, duration is user-selectable).
- Save dump for support (download of data which may be used for troubleshooting).

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3.2 Operation of the DM100 DAU

The door to the DAU must be locked after the VDR has been installed and is operating normally.
This section of the manual is only relevant during installation and service.

AC breaker AC inlet I/F for I/F for

Program
memory capsule float-free
VGA USB I/F for I/F for I/F for I/F for I/F to
Service interface
console ports DPU SIU RDI BCP RVI IAS
ports

VDR status
Termination Interfaces Ethernet Audio
LED Battery
resistors for for serial data ports interfaces
switch
SI00 - SI03 Main CPU Power status
Service mode
switch status LED LEDs

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3.3 Data Processing Unit (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 in order to withstand environmental stress, which far
exceeds what an ordinary industrial PC can tolerate.

3.3.1 Power LEDs

BAT LED (blue)
Steady light Battery fully charged OK
Blinking (1Hz) Charging battery OK
Blinking (5Hz) Battery is not detected Error
Off The battery switch on the DPU is “OFF” (Error)

AC LED (blue)
Steady light AC power OK OK
Off AC power failed Error

ERR LED (red)

Steady light The internal power control circuit has Error
failed
Off The internal power control circuit is OK
operating

OK LED (blue)
Steady light Power to DPU present OK
Off No power to the DPU Error (note 1)

3.3.2 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 AC power sources, but it will also pop out automatically if too much
current is being drawn from the power source or if overvoltage is detected.

Warning: The AC breaker must be released (popped out) and the

battery switch on the front of the DPU must be in its “OFF” position
in order to switch the unit fully off.

3.3.3 AC inlet
The main power source for the VDR is the ship’s AC (110V-230V).

3.3.4 Battery switch

The battery switch indirectly controls a relay between the DPU and the battery pack. When
switching the VDR off; do the following: Pop out the AC breaker and briefly move the battery

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switch to its “OFF” position. Move the battery switch back to its “ON” position after the VDR has
been turned off.

3.3.5 VDR status LED

The status of the system is displayed using a tri-color LED. The BCP will display text messages and
error codes explaining the problem(s) if the LED becomes yellow or red.

VDR status LED (tri color)

Steady green The information displayed is just OK
information
Steady yellow The information displayed is a warning. (OK)
The system is still fully operational but
may fail soon. Contact a service agent if
the problem cannot be rectified.
Steady red The information displayed contains Error
information about system errors which
prevent normal operation. Contact a
service agent if the problem cannot be
rectified.

3.3.6 Main CPU LED

The main CPU LED is controlled by the power control circuit which will become active as the first
circuit after power is applied. The power circuit uses the LED to show information about the main
CPU.

OFF The power circuit has not started yet – (OK)

this should take a few seconds only.
Green 1Hz The power circuit is waiting for the main (OK)
CPU to start (boot load) – may take up to
two minutes
Steady green The main CPU is operating normally OK
Steady red The main CPU is not responding Error

3.3.7 LEDs in the Ethernet connectors

Two LEDs are integrated into each Ethernet connector. The left LED will be illuminated when a
communication link is established and shows the speed (yellow = 100Mbit/sec, green =
1000Mbits/sec). The right LED (green) will be illuminated when a communication link is
established and will flicker depending on the traffic load.

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4 Operation of the non-modular compact SIU

Uni Rack Ethernet linkEthernet port

UR address and activity AC LED AC Breaker AC inlet
indicators

Serial I/F Analog I/F Digital I/F

Uni-rack with 16 analog interfaces

4.1 LEDs on the Uni-rack

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

4.1.2 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
being drawn from the power source.

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4.1.3 Ethernet link and activity indicators

The LINK LED (right) will be illuminated (yellow) when a communication link is established to the
DAU. The ACT LED (left) will flicker (green) depending on the traffic load.

4.1.4 UR address
Must be set to “0” for the first SIU, and “1” for an additional second SIU.

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5 Operation of the modular SIU

Module Rack

MR address Ethernet Link indications AC LED AC Breaker AC inlet

ports for slots

Serial I/F Analog I/F Digital I/F

module module modules

Module Rack with six modules

5.1 LEDs on Module Rack

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

5.1.2 Link indications

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

5.1.3 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
being drawn from the power source.

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5.1.4 LEDs in the Ethernet connector

Two LEDs are integrated into each Ethernet connector. 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 from
other parts of the system; for example the DAU.

5.1.5 Allocation of system labels for digital interfaces

Card number in VDR Interface number in VDR

configuration configuration and VDR
Explorer
Digital I/F module in Slot 3 1 DI00 – DI15
Digital I/F module in Slot 4 2 DI16 – DI31
Digital I/F module in Slot 5 3 DI32 – DI47
Digital I/F module in Slot 6 4 DI48 – DI63

5.1.6 MR address
Must be set to “0” for the first SIU, and “1” for an additional second SIU.

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6 Operation of standard RVI 02-004 and RVI 02-004D (PoE)

The DM100 may use RVI 02-004 and RVI 02-004D for image capture. The DM100 will power
RVIs connected to the RVI or RDI port on the DAU. An RVI may be connected to a LAN port on
the DAU if the RDI and RVI ports on the DPU are being used for other purposes. An AC power kit
(p/n 2304449) will be required as the power source.

RVI 02-004

RVI 02-004D

Ethernet link and speed Ethernet link and activity Ethernet port with PoE
(Yellow) (Green)

RVI 02-004(D) rear panel

The RVI address i.e. the rotary switch located behind the rear panel. Must be set to “0” for RVIs
connected to the PoE ports on the DPU (labeled “RVI” or “RDI”).
The RVI address must be set from 1 to 4 for locally powered RVIs (each locally powered RVI
connected to the DM100 must have a unique RVI address).

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7 Operation of the RAI

For some installations, a Remote Audio Interface is used for capturing additional audio signals from
microphones and/or VHF sets.

RAI 08-001

RAI address: Ethernet link and speed Ethernet link and activity
Ethernet port with PoE
Must be set to “0” (Yellow) (Green)

RAI 08-001 rear panel

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8 Error codes
Error codes and messages will be displayed by the BCP.

8.1 Error codes

004 SYSTEM The VDR has encountered an unrecoverable system error. Reboot
FATAL ERROR
the system. If the error persists, the most probable cause is a
defective CPU board or defective system RAM
036 CONFIG The VDR was unable to save the configuration. Please retry. This
Unable to save
error is only expected to occur during configuration (installation)
of the system
042 CONFIG The VDR is unable to find any configuration at all. Replace the
Configuration failed
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.
054 PSU The system is running on battery. Both the main power and the
Running on battery
emergency power are absent. If there is a general power failure on
the vessel, ignore this message; otherwise check the power supply
in the DAU. Consult section 3.2 for details.
056 AUDIO The microphone test failed. Force a microphone test (this is a
Microphones failed
feature on the BCP). This test will reveal which microphone is
causing the problem. Check that the “BMU active” checkbox is
unchecked for non-existing microphones. Check the cable for
microphone(s) reported as faulty. Test the inputs on the audio
interface module with a spare microphone. Replace microphones
which are reported faulty if no other error is discovered.
058 AUDIO One or more microphones are using too much power. The cabling
Power short circuit
and microphones must be checked.
060 STATUS The system is not receiving UTC from the GPS. Check that GPS
UTC timeout
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 the cable. Otherwise check that the configuration
has been done correctly.
UTC time from the GPS has changed unexpectedly (at least two
hours) from current system time and is not accepted for VDR
sync. Check that the UTC time of the VDR matches the UTC you
UTC time from GPS
062 jumped (go to menu) would expect, using an external time source. If not inspect the data
on the configured UTC port to make sure that it is indicating the
correct UTC. If the UTC time from the GPS is correct; you can
accept its value and clear this alert from the BCP menu.
UTC from the GPS differs by more than 2 seconds from current
system time. The VDR will synchronize within 2 minutes, if the
VDR not synchronized
063 to UTC time from GPS UTC differs by less than 2 hours from the system time. If UTC
time of GPS is correct; you can accept its value and clear this alert
from the BCP menu.
070 PSU The communication between the power supply circuit and the
Communication failed
main CPU in the DPU has been interrupted. If the error persists,

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the DPU is probably defective.

074 SERIAL module 1 The serial data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
Missing (SI00-07)
cannot be detected. If the error persists, the DPU is probably
defective.
076 RVI VIDEO module 1 VIDEO module 1 cannot be detected. The most probable cause is
Missing
that the cable to the RVI from the DPU is disconnected or the RVI
is defective. In addition, for an AC powered RVI: Power to the
RVI is switched off, the internal Ethernet cable in the RVI is
disconnected or the video interface module is defective.
078 AUDIO module 1 The audio data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
Missing (BMU1-BMU5)
cannot be detected. If the error persists, the DPU is probably
defective.
081 NETWORK IMAGE More than one source (e.g. an ECDIS) is sending images with the
Duplicate Location
same Location ID. Inspecting the received images using the
monitor tool in the VDR configurator may help. Check the setup
of sources which are sending images to the VDR
083 NETWORK IMAGE A source (e.g. an ECDIS) is sending images with “Location ID”
From 'new' Location
marked as ‘new’, i.e. the source has not been configured correctly
yet. Inspecting the received images using the monitor tool in the
VDR configurator may help locate the source.
087 IMAGE The combined size of the received images exceeds the allocated
Too big images
space in a record. Use the “Analysis of recorded data” utility on
the BCP or in the configurator tool to determine the cause. If the
problem relates to image data, carry out an OPT and check the
recorded images.
090 FIXED CAPSULE The fixed capsule is working properly; but it is not connected to
Wrongly connected
connector on the DAU labeled “CAPSULE”.
092 FLOAT-FREE The float-free is working properly; but it is not connected to
Wrongly connected
connector on the DAU labeled “FLOAT FREE”.
096 Not configured The VDR has started up using the default configuration. Configure
Configure VDR
the system correctly. The VDR is unable to operate correctly using
the default configuration since at least the GPS antenna position
and vessel ID must be entered.
108 VIDEO module 1 The VDR could not detect the video module in RVI#1 following
Not started
system startup. The most probable cause is that the power to the
RVI is switched off, the cable to the RVI from the DPU is
disconnected, the internal Ethernet cable in the RVI is
disconnected or the video interface module is defective.
110 AUDIO module 1 The audio data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
Not started
cannot be detected following system startup. If the error persists,
the DPU is probably defective.
112 SERIAL module 1 The serial data interface module on the SAP board in the DPU
Not started
cannot be detected following system startup. If the error persists,
the DPU is probably defective.
117 PSU battery The battery switch on the front of the DPU is in the “OFF”
Battery switch “OFF”
position.
118 PSU battery The power supply is unable to detect the battery pack. Check that
Not present
the battery pack is connected to the DPU. If the error persists for

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more than five minutes, the batteries are probably defective.

120 PSU battery The charger was unable to fully charge the battery within a pre-
Could not be charged
defined time. Switch the battery switch on the DPU to “OFF”
briefly and then to “ON”. If the error returns (this may take 18
hours), the battery pack is defective and must be replaced.
124 PSU The output voltage from the battery pack has dropped below 16V.
Low output voltage
This message will appear shortly before the battery is discharged
when the VDR is operating from the battery only. This message
will not appear if the battery pack 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 16V).
If AC power is present (and the AC fuse/breaker is pushed) while
this error is displayed, the DPU must be repaired.
128 AUDIO module 2 This will only happen if audio module 2 (the Remote Audio
Missing (AUD6-AUD9)
Interface) is enabled in the VDR configuration. Check the cable to
the Remote Audio Interface.
130 xxxxxx xxxxxx = SERIAL, VIDEO, AUDIO
Module duplicate
132 Two modules with identical system locations have been detected.
134 Restart the system. If the error persists, check the installation and
the VDR configuration.
136 xxxxxx xxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL, VIDEO, AUDIO
Wrong rack type
138 A module is located in a rack (DPU, SIU or RVI) where it is not
140 supposed to be. Check the installation.
142
144
146 AUDIO module 2 This will only happen if audio module 2 (the Remote Audio
Not started
Interface) is enabled in the VDR configuration. Check the cable to
the Remote Audio Interface.
148 SERIAL The VDR configuration is not consistent with the physical
Module in wrong slot
configuration of the VDR; for example, an additional serial
module is not installed in the slot which is specified in the VDR
configuration.
150 AUDIO The VDR configuration is not consistent with the physical
Module in wrong slot
configuration of the VDR; for example, the additional remote
audio interface is not connected to the port on the DPU which is
specified in the VDR configuration.
152 VIDEO The VDR configuration is not consistent with the physical
Module in wrong slot
configuration of the VDR; for example, the additional remote
video interface is not connected to the port on the DPU which is
specified in the VDR configuration.
160 EXTERNAL BACKUP The system is unable to record data to the extended external
Not recording
backup disk (NAS). If no other relevant errors e.g. #162 are
displayed, the NAS is probably defective.
162 EXTERNAL BACKUP The communication to the extended external backup disk (NAS)
Cannot find
has been interrupted. Check that the extended external backup disk
is installed correctly (e.g. is the LAN cable connected to DPU).
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defective/misconfigured NAS.
170 AUDIO
Recording muted Recording of audio has been stopped due to manual intervention
172 NETWORK Data Too much network data is being transmitted to the VDR. Network
Accumulated Excess
data in this context does not include image data. Try to determine
what is wrong using the VDR Explorer i.e. check what has been
received on NI200 – NI215
180 SYSTEM The VDR is in service mode. It is possible to make changes to the
In Service Mode
VDR configuration. When this is done, the mode switch on the
DPU front must be set to position “Normal operation”.
182 BCP The DPU is unable to communicate with the Bridge Control
Communication error
Panel. Check the cable from the DPU to the BCP. Reboot the
system. If the error persists, the most probable cause is a faulty
cable or BCP.
184 BAM The communication to the Bridge Alert Management system has
BAM comm. timeout
been interrupted.
190 DPU The primary fan in the DPU has failed. The secondary fan in DPU
CPU fan failed
will serve as a backup until the problem is rectified. The VDR will
be able to operate normally unless the secondary fan also fails
(error 191). This problem must be rectified latest at the next APT.
191 DPU The secondary fan in the right side of the DPU has failed. This is
Backup fan failed
only a major problem if the primary fan has also failed (error 190).
300- SERIAL Mandatory serial data is not being received. Check that the source
Timeout on SIxx
307 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 and make sure that the configuration is
correct.
320- NETWORK Channel Mandatory network data is not being received on channel NI2xx.
Timeout on NI2xx
335 Check that the source is switched on and active, check the cable
and that the VDR configuration is correct.
360- NETWORK Channel Too much network data is currently being received on channel
Excess Data on NI2xx
375 NI2xx. Check that the source is operating correctly. The VDR
Explorer may be used to monitor the data.
400- SERIAL Mandatory serial data is not being received. Check that the source
Timeout on SIxx
431 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 and make sure that the configuration is
correct.
441 SERIAL module 2 For a DM100, the second serial module is integrated on the SAP
Missing (SI08-12)
board in the DPU. The most probable cause is that the SAP board
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442 ANALOG module 1 If only one module is affected:

Missing (AN00-15)
A module has been removed or has failed. Check that the module is
443 DIGITAL module 1
Missing (DI00-15) installed correctly.
444 DIGITAL module 2 If installed in a modular SIU the blue “link” LED for the module
Missing (DI16-31) must be illuminated. If the LED is already illuminated switch the
445 DIGITAL module 3 power to the SIU off and on. If the error persists replace the
Missing (DI32-47) module.
446 DIGITAL module 4
Missing (DI48-63) 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 3.3.7, 4.1.3 and 5.1.4.
If no error is found, try to restart both the DAU and the SIU (power
off and then on)
If the error persists, the DPU or the Module rack/Uni rack is
probably defective.
450- SIU xxxxxxx xxxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL
Module in wrong slot
452 A module has been misplaced. Modules must be installed
according to the VDR configuration.
460- SIU xxxxxxx xxxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL
Wrong MR address
462 A SIU with the wrong Module Rack address has been detected. Set
the MR/UR address to 0 or 1. See section 5.1.6
470- SIU xxxxxxx xxxxxxx = SERIAL, ANALOG, DIGITAL
Module duplicate
472 The VDR has detected two different modules with the same
MR/UR address and slot number. This may occur if two SIUs are
connected to the DAU, with the same address.
480 VIDEO Recording of radar images to the FRM has been disabled which is
Illegal settings
unacceptable for a DM100 VDR installation. The system
configuration must be changed, consult the Installation Manual.
482 RVI VIDEO module 2 VIDEO module 2 cannot be detected. The most probable cause is
Missing
that that the cable to the RVI from the DPU is disconnected or the
RVI is defective. In addition, for an AC powered RVI: Power to the
RVI is switched off, the internal Ethernet cable in the RVI is
disconnected or the video interface module is defective.

484 RVI VIDEO An AC powered RVI with incorrect RVI address has been detected.
Wrong RVI address
The RVI address must be 0 or 1. All RVIs connected to the VDR
must be set up in the VDR configuration.
486 RVI VIDEO VIDEO module 3 cannot be detected. The most probable cause is
Module 3 missing
that that the cable to the RVI from the DPU is disconnected or the
RVI is defective. In addition, for an AC powered RVI: Power to the
RVI is switched off, the internal Ethernet cable in the RVI is
disconnected or the video interface module is defective.
488 RVI VIDEO VIDEO module 4 cannot be detected. The most probable cause is
Module 4 missing
that that the cable to the RVI from the DPU is disconnected or the
RVI is defective. In addition, for an AC powered RVI: Power to the
RVI is switched off, the internal Ethernet cable in the RVI is
disconnected or the video interface module is defective.

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500 ANALOG module 2 If only one module is affected:

Missing (AN16-31)
A module/RDI has been removed or has failed. Check that the
501 DIGITAL module 5
Missing (DI64-79) module/RDI is installed correctly.
502 DIGITAL module 6 If installed in a modular SIU, the blue “link” LED for the module
Missing (DI80-95) must be illuminated. If the LED is already illuminated switch the
503 DIGITAL module 7 power to the SIU off and on. If the error persists replace the
Missing (DI96-111) module.
504 DIGITAL module 8
Missing (DI112-127) If all modules in a SIU are affected:
505 SERIAL module 3 Check the power to the SIU.
Missing (SI16-23) Check the cable from the SIU to the DAU and link status; see
506 SERIAL module 4 section 3.3.7, 4.1.3 and 5.1.4.
Missing (SI24-31) If no error is found, try to restart both the DAU and the SIU (power
507 SERIAL module 5
Missing (SI32-39) off and then on)
If the error persists, the DPU or the Module rack/Uni rack is
probably defective.
540 IMAGE No images are currently being recorded on any of the RADAR
RADAR no input channels. Check the image sources and the cables. Enter the image
calibration menu for RADAR channels and examine the image.
Unused image channels must be configured as inactive (the
"Active" parameter must be unchecked).
541 IMAGE No images are currently being recorded on any of the ECDIS
ECDIS no input channels. Check the image sources and the cables. Enter the image
calibration menu for RADAR channels and examine the image.
Unused image channels must be configured as inactive (the
"Active" parameter must be unchecked).
542 IMAGE No images are currently being recorded on any of the OTHER
OTHER displays no channels. Check the image sources and the cables. Enter the image
input
calibration menu for RADAR channels and examine the image.
Unused image channels must be configured as inactive (the
"Active" parameter must be unchecked).
550 STORAGE One or more types of data have not been recorded. If the error
Dataset incomplete
persists then restart the VDR. Authorized service of the VDR is
required if this error still persists.
571- VIDEO The radar image does not have the size defined in the
VD0n wrong size
578 configuration. Check the size of the image from the radar. If
correct, check calibration and settings for the video channel.
580 NETWORK IMAGE The network image processor in the DPU cannot be detected. If the
Missing (VD01-VD08)
error persists, the most probable cause is that the network image
processor in the DPU is defective, i.e. the DPU must be repaired.
581- IMAGE No images are currently being recorded on channel VDxx. Check
VDxx no input
588 the image source and the cable. Enter the image calibration menu
for that channel and examine the image. Unused image channels
must be configured as inactive (the “Active” parameter field must
be unchecked).

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591- IMAGE The image recorded on channel VDxx exceeds the allocated space
VDxx image too large
598 in the capsule. Check the video image for noise. Check the
calibration of the video channel. Check that “Image Format” in the
VDR configuration is set to PNG. Reduce the number "color mask
bits" if necessary.
701 CAPSULE The VDR is unable to record data to the fixed capsule. Another
Not recording
error explaining why (e.g. #702 CAPSULE Cannot find) is
normally displayed in advance. Try to fix the preceding error.
Otherwise reboot the system.
702 CAPSULE The VDR is unable to detect a fixed capsule. Check that the fixed
Cannot find
capsule is connected correctly. If the error persists, the fixed
capsule is probably defective.
703 CAPSULE The VDR has detected a fixed capsule but is unable to get access to
Cannot access
the memory. If the error persists, the fixed capsule is probably
defective.
704 CAPSULE, too many Too many write-errors (writing to the fixed capsule) have been
write errors
detected by the DPU over a period of time. The most likely cause is
communication problems. Check the cable from the DPU to the
fixed capsule.
705 CAPSULE, too many Too many write-errors (writing to the FRM memory) have been
write errors
detected by the fixed capsule over a period of time. The most likely
cause is serious communication problems or a defective fixed
capsule.
706 CAPSULE, too many Too many read-errors (reading back data from the fixed capsule)
read errors
have been detected by the DAU over a period of time. The VDR
was unable to write and verify data despite several attempts. The
most likely cause is serious communication problems or a defective
fixed capsule.
707 CAPSULE, too many Too many read-errors (reading back data from the fixed capsule)
read errors
have been detected by the fixed capsule over a period of time. The
VDR was unable to write data despite several attempts. The most
likely cause is serious communication problems or a defective
fixed capsule.
708 CAPSULE The VDR found too many data errors within a given interval when
Verification failed
verifying the data written to the fixed capsule. The fixed capsule is
probably defective.
709 CAPSULE The amount of data collected for a 15-second period exceeds the
Record too big
maximum allowed size for the fixed capsule. This is typically
caused by receipt of too much image data. Use the “Analysis of
recorded data” utility on the BCP or in the configurator tool to
determine the cause. If the problem relates to image data, carry out
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710 CAPSULE The amount of data received by the VDR exceeds the capacity of
Record-data too big
the fixed capsule. This is typically caused by receipt of too much
image data. Use the “Analysis of recorded data” utility on the BCP
or in the configurator tool to determine the cause. If the problem
relates to image data, carry out an OPT and check the recorded
images.
711 Capsule The DPU has detected a too high data loss rate (saving to the fixed
Data loss rate too
high
capsule) over a period of time. The most likely cause is
communication problems. Check the cable from the DPU to the
fixed capsule.
721 FLOAT-FREE The VDR is unable to record data to the float-free capsule. Another
Not recording
error explaining why (e.g. #722 FLOAT-FREE Cannot find) is
normally displayed in advance. Try to fix the preceding error,
otherwise reboot the system.
722 FLOAT-FREE The VDR is unable to detect the float-free capsule. Check that the
Cannot find
float-free capsule is connected correctly. If the error persists, the
float-free capsule is probably defective.
723 FLOAT-FREE The VDR has detected a float-free capsule but is unable to get
Cannot access
access to the memory. If the error persists, the float-free capsule is
probably defective.
724 FLOAT-FREE, too many Too many write-errors (writing to the float-free capsule) have been
write errors
detected by the DPU over a period of time. The most likely cause is
communication problems. Check the cable from the DPU to the
float-free capsule.
725 FLOAT-FREE, too many Too many write-errors (writing to the FRM memory) have been
write errors
detected by the float-free capsule over a period of time. The most
likely cause is serious communication problems or a defective
float-free capsule.
726 FLOAT-FREE, too many Too many read-errors (reading back data from the float-free
read errors
capsule) have been detected by the DPU over a period of time. The
VDR was unable to write and verify data despite several attempts.
The most likely cause is serious communication problems or a
defective float-free capsule.
727 FLOAT-FREE, too many Too many read-errors (reading back from the memory) have been
read errors
detected by the float-free capsule over a period of time. The VDR
was unable to read back data despite several attempts. The most
likely cause is serious communication problems or a defective
float-free capsule.
728 FLOAT-FREE The VDR found too many data errors within a given interval when
Verification failed
verifying the data written to the float-free capsule.
729 FLOAT-FREE The amount of data collected for a 15-second period exceeds the
Record too big
maximum allowed size for the float-free capsule. This is typically
caused by receipt of too much image data. Use the “Analysis of
recorded data” utility on the BCP or in the configurator tool to
determine the cause. If the problem relates to image data, carry out
an OPT and check the recorded images.

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730 FLOAT-FREE The amount of data received by the VDR has exceeded the capacity
Record-data too big
of the float-free capsule. This is typically caused by receipt of too
much image data. Use the “Analysis of recorded data” utility on the
BCP or in the configurator tool to determine the cause. If the
problem relates to image data, carry out an OPT and check the
recorded images.
731 FLOAT-FREE The DPU has detected a too high data loss rate (saving to the float-
Data loss rate too
high
free capsule) over a period of time. The most likely cause is
communication problems. Check the cable from the DPU to the
float-free capsule.
741 LONG-TERM The VDR is unable to utilize the VDR data disk for the long term
Not recording
recording. Another error explaining why (e.g. #742 LONG-TERM
Cannot find) is normally displayed in advance. Try to reboot the
system. If the error persists, the DPU is probably defective.
742 LONG-TERM The VDR is unable to detect the VDR data disk or utilize the disk
Cannot find
for long term recording. Try to reboot the system. If the error
persists, the DPU is probably defective
743 LONG-TERM The VDR has detected the VDR data disk but is unable utilize the
Cannot access
disk. If the error persists, the disk is probably defective.
744 LONG-TERM, too many Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disk) have been
write errors
detected by the DPU over a period of time. The most likely cause is
an internal problem in the DPU. If the error persists, the DPU must
be repaired.
745 LONG-TERM, too many Too many write-errors (writing to the VDR data disk) have been
write errors
detected by the DPU over a period of time. The most likely cause is
a defective VDR data disk (i.e. the SDD inside the DPU). If the
error persists, the DPU must be repaired.
746 LONG-TERM, too many Too many read-errors (reading back data from the VDR data disk)
read errors
have been detected by the over a period of time. The VDR was
unable to read back data despite several attempts. The most likely
cause is an internal problem in the DPU. If the error persists, the
DPU must be repaired.
747 LONG-TERM, too many Too many read-errors (reading back data from the VDR data disk)
read errors
have been detected by the long-term disk over a period of time. The
VDR was unable to read back data despite several attempts. The
most likely cause is a defective VDR data disk (i.e. the SDD inside
the DPU). If the error persists, the DPU must be repaired.
748 LONG-TERM The VDR found too many data errors within a given interval when
Verification failed
verifying the data written to the VDR data disk.
749 LONG-TERM The amount of data collected for a 15-second period has exceeded
Record too big
the maximum allowed size for the VDR data disk. This is typically
caused by the receipt of too much image data. Use the “Analysis of
recorded data” utility on the BCP or in the configurator tool to
determine the cause. If the problem relates to image data, carry out
an OPT and check the recorded images.
750 LONG-TERM The amount of data received by the VDR exceeds the capacity of
Record-data too big
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image data. Use the “Analysis of recorded data” utility on the BCP
or in the configurator tool to determine the cause. If the problem
relates to image data, carry out an OPT and check the recorded
images.
751 LONG-TERM The DPU has detected a too high data loss rate (saving to the long
Data loss rate too
high
term storage) over a period of time. The most likely cause is an
internal problem in the DPU. If the error persists, the DPU must be
repaired.
901- SYSTEM FAILURE The software is not working properly. Restart the VDR and report
ERROR 901-933
933 this error if it is repeated.
970 SELF-TEST The amount of RAM is insufficient to start the VDR. Restart the
RAM size xxx MB,
Should be >= yyy MB
system. If the error persists, then call for assistance.
971 SELF-TEST Required networking interfaces are not available to start the VDR.
xx network
interfaces found, 4
Restart the system. If the error persists, then call for assistance.
required
972 SELF-TEST Required Video (VGA) circuitry could not be initialized. Restart
Failed to initialize
VGA
the system. If the error persists, then call for assistance
983 No communication The BCP has never been able to communicate with the DPU. The
to DPU
most probable cause is a defective cable or that the VDR did not
boot up correctly.
984 No communication The initial communication was functional but the communication
to DPU
has failed at some point. The most probable cause is that the VDR
has encountered a system error and completely stopped. Restart the
VDR. If the error persists, the DPU is probably defective.

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9 Service and maintenance

The VDR requires an annual performance test carried out by a certified service organization. Please
refer to the installation manual for further details.

9.1 Verification of the VDR functionality following service on any

sensor
It is a requirement of the VDR standard that the functionality of the VDR is verified following
service on any sensor (e.g. the GPS) connected to the VDR. A self-test (Operational Performance
Test) may be started from the BCP, see section 3.1.2.

9.2 List of most common spare parts

P/N Description
1302116 Uni Rack UR 06-002 - 8ch analog
1302358 RVI with PoE (for DM100) 2 x 5 x BNC
1302365 RVI with PoE (for DM100) 2 x DVI-I
1302373 MK4 capsule with cradle, beacon and 50m cable
1302379 VDR Bridge Control Panel BCP
1302389 MK1 float-free capsule with 50m cable and junction box
1302646 BMU 003 - Bridge Microphone Unit Indoor, BMU-I
1302647 BMU 004 - Bridge Microphone Unit Outdoor, BMU-O
1302662 Cradle for MK4 capsule
1302726 DM100 DPU, DPU 100-01
2302807 Ethernet Interface for Capsule MK4 - assembled PCB
2302731 Set of fans (2) for DPU 100-01 (spare part)
2302786 Battery pack and fans(2) for DPU 100-01 (spare part)
3000671 Beacon replacement kit
3302519 50m zero halogen FTP CAT5 cable w. RJ45 and Wago for capsule MK4 and FF MK1
7302532 Boot flash for DM100 VDR
7304878 Boot flash for DM100 S-VDR G2
9302376 Manual for compact Sensor Interface Unit (hard copy and CD)
9302719 Set of manuals for the DM100 VDR and DM100 S-VDR (Hardcopy and CD)

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