CHeKT AI Server Installation and Operation

CHeKT AI Server Installation and Operation

Important First Step:


Warning

Power on the AI Server and connect to the network. Upon initial start up/power on please allow AI Server to complete the AI Build process for a minimum of ~1 hour. Do not add any cameras at this time.

Why This Matters:

The CHeKT AI Server uses NVIDIA GPUs that must complete an AI Build Process before cameras can be added. This process takes ~1 hour and is resource intensive. If cameras are added before the build is complete, the system can overheat and reboot, leading to failed installs



Once the initial AI Build has been given ample time to complete, there are 2 ways the AI Server can be discovered via MAC Address on the network using the following tools:  


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How to use Network Scan Tool via CHeKT Dealer Portal: 

The CHeKT AI Server will come with default credentials of "admin/admin" but this can be changed in two locations. 

It can be changed when adding the AI Server to the CHeKT bridge for the first time:

(This method is currently being updated and may not be available)
It can also be changed from within the AI Server interface. Access the local UI via the IP of the AI Server and access the "System" menu. Scroll down to the authentication section where you will see options to change the password.



Configuring The AI Server:



2. To add a camera select the "+" icon.


*IMPORANT INFO TO REMEMBER*

The CHeKT AI Server operates off of RTSP URLs. One of the easiest methods of finding the RTSP URL is to mount a camera to the CHeKT bridge and pull the info from the "Mount Information" tab:

RTSP link building information can also be found at: https://security.world/rtsp/ and https://www.ispyconnect.com/cameras
Sample RTSP link: 

rtsp://xxx.xx.x.xxx:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=1&unicast=true&proto=Onvif

                                                                                    
ACQUIRING RTSP LINK 


3. Click "Site Details."


4. Click the settings gear next to the desired camera.


5. Click "Mount Status" at the bottom of the "General" page.


6. Click "Mounting Info."


7. Copy the cached snapshot stream URL.



ADD THE RTSP LINK TO THE AI SERVER

The CHeKT AI Server saves automatically as changes are made


8. Navigate back to the CHeKT AI Server UI 

9. Select "Add Video Source."


10. Fill in your acquired or created RTSP link and the credentials for the camera.

Be sure to not have any additional spacing in your RTSP link.



11. Click "Apply Changes" and wait for the preview video to appear on the right.


12. Once the preview video has appeared select "Configure" to begin zone and analytic creation.


13. Select "Tracking."



14. On the Tracking Engine drop-down menu select the Deep Learning (DL) Object Tracker. The Deep Learning tracker improves in its classification the longer it remains on. 


15. Click the back arrow to return to the main menu.

16. Click on "Zones".


17. Click "Create Zone".


18. Draw the desired zone and set the color filter. Color filter has no overall effect; simply dealer choice.


19. Once you have drawn your zone click "Configure Rules" to add the desired analytics.

20. Click "Add Rule"

21. Select the Object Dwell analytic for an intrusion zone. Be sure to select the zone that will trigger the analytic.


22. After setting the initial "Object Dwell" rule create an additional "Object Filter" rule to be triggered via the "Object Dwell" rule. This will install a custom filter over the zone. Be sure to select the rule that will be the source for the filter.

23. After building both rules deselect the checkbox on the base Object Dwell analytic. This will prevent alerts being created prior to being run through the Object Filter rule. Leave it enabled for the Object Filter.


24. Set the parameters of the "Object Filter" rule.


25. Access the "Burnt In Annotation" menu to configure what will be shown on the camera view (binding boxes, labeling etc).


26. To add the AI Server back into the CHeKT bridge follow the normal camera mounting steps.

27. Click "Add" and "Add Camera."


28. Select the desired channel on the CHeKT bridge.


29. Select the AI Server from the search screen.

30. Fill in the credentials for the bridge and click "Authenticate."


31. The AI Server will present itself like a recorder or multi lens camera. After authentication select the channel of the camera you wish to mount and follow the normal process.


32. Repeat steps 26-30 for each camera to be added to the CHeKT bridge from the AI Server.


Upgrade Procedure:


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Current version - 2.3.2

Like all things the AI Server requires a firmware update from time to time. This can be accomplished locally or remotely.

Local Update:

1. Navigate the the AI Server local GUI by typing the IP address into the browser and login. Default Username/Password: admin/admin

2.Open the settings menu by clicking the Gear icon in the top right-hand corner 


3. Then click on "System" 

4. Make sure to back up your configuration by clicking "Export Configuration"


5. Then reset the AI Server by clicking "Reset to Default Configuration"




Now we would need to access the AI Server's backend by navigating to the IP address follow by ":9100"

InfoExample: 172.16.12.152:9100



6. Once you have landed on the AI Servers updater page you will be presented with the following log in:



Click over to the VCAserver option and put in the credentials of your unit.

7. You will then be in the updater tool. In said tool click the left update (provided there is an update):


After the update the unit will reboot. 

Warning
After the reboot the AI Server will need to complete the AI Build as mentioned in the Initial Setup. This can take ~1 hour, please provide ample time for the build to complete before restoring the config file and adding any cameras.

*WARNING* - CHeKT is not responsible if unapproved modifications are made in the updater tool regarding the URL or deleted files. 

8. Restore the previously exported configuration file with "Import Configuration"


9. Finally, verify stability: confirm all cameras are online and analytics are running without any reboots. 


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Best Practices:
  1. Schedule upgrades after hours to minimize downtime.
  2. Never interrupt the Build Process. Restarts may cause failures.
  3. Inform Site Managers of the ~1 hour build time after updates.
  4. Always review firmware release notes for model changes and build requirements. 

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