Configuring the SharpZ3 FTP extension in the SharpOS 13.4 Sharp Portal - SharpZ3 | SharpOS 13.4

You can configure the SharpZ3 to send ALPR data to an FTP server instead of to Genetec Patroller™. ALPR data that is sent to an FTP server can then be processed by third-party applications.

1. Log on to the Sharp Portal.
2. From the Configuration menu, click Connectivity > Extension.
3. From the Active extension section, select FTP from the Extension type menu.
4. Configure the following:

   Server

   Enter the server name and location of the FTP server.

   Username

   Enter the username for the server.

   Password

   Enter the password for the username.

   Content Template

   ALPR data is sent in XML format, using the template shown. You can change certain elements if you choose.

   Export context images

   Export the context image (in JPEG format).

   Export ALPR images

   Export the plate image (in JPEG format).

   Retain data when the connection is lost

   Select this option for plate reads to be saved locally in the SharpZ3 database if the connection with the server is lost. The system attempts to reconnect with the server every 30 seconds. Stored reads are pushed to the server when the connection is reestablished.

   IMPORTANT: If there are any plate reads in the SharpZ3 database, clearing this check box and saving the configuration deletes the plate reads.

5. Click Test connection to verify that the server can be reached and that the credentials are valid.
6. Click Send sample to send a test plate to verify that the system can connect to the server using these settings.
   
7. Click Save.