AirLive WL-5420CAM User Manual
WL-5420CAM
User’s Manual
Table of Contents
ABOUT THIS GUIDE.................................................................................................. 3
INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................4
FEATURES AND BENEFITS..................................................5
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NPACKING THE PACKAGE................................................7
YSTEM REQUIREMENT .....................................................8
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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................9
HARDWARE INSTALLATION.............................................................................. 12
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TTACHING THE CAMERA TO THE STAND
CONNECTING THE ETHERNET CABLE ...............................13
ATTACHING THE POWER SUPPLY.....................................13
SECURITY ......................................................................................................................14
APPLICATION OF THE CAMERA................................................................... 15
APPLICATION DIAGRAMS OF THE CAMERA ...............................16
USING THE CAMERA ..............................................................................................19
WEB CONFIGURATION UTILITY .......................................19
CONTROLLING AND VIEWING IMAGE...............................22
BASIC SETUP....................................................................24
ADVANCED SETUP...........................................................29
MAINTENANCE ................................................................48
LOGOUT...........................................................................53
HELP................................................................................54
FFDSHOW & AVISAVIOR......................................................................................................55
INSTALLING FFDSHOW ....................................................55
CONFIGURATION OF FFDSHOW ........................................59
PLAYING THE VIDEO........................................................60
FIXING THE VIDEO FILE...................................................61
IPVIEW PRO ................................................................................................................. 63
INSTALLATION.................................................................63
GETTING STARTED...........................................................67
USING IPVIEW PRO .........................................................70
CONFIGURING THE SYSTEM .............................................75
APPENDIX......................................................................................................................89
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A. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...............................89
B.
PING YOUR IP ADDRESS............................................92
TROUBLE SHOOTING ...................................................93
C.
D. TIME ZONE TABLE ......................................................97
E. ADJUST INTERNET CAMERA FOCUS.............................99
F. SPECIFICATION ..........................................................100
G. GLOSSARY OF TERMS................................................102
F....................................................................................105
G ...................................................................................105
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This manual provides instructions and illustrations on how to use
your MPEG4 Internet Camera, includes:
z Chapter 1, Introduction, provides the general information
on the camera.
z Chapter 2, Hardware Installation, describes the hardware
installation procedure for the camera.
z Chapter 3, Security, explains the security feature of the
camera.
z Chapter 4, Application of the Camera, provides the
illustrations of the camera’s applications.
z Chapter 5, Using the Camera, guides you through the
configuration using the web browser.
z Chapter 6, FFdshow & AVISavior, helps you to use the
utilities provided within the Installation CD.
z Chapter 7, IPView Pro, helps you to install and use the
software.
z Chapter 8, Appendix.
Please note that the illustrations or setting values in this manual
are FOR YOUR REFERENCE ONLY. The actual settings and
values depend on your system and network. If you are not sure
about the respective information, please ask your network
administrator or MIS staff for help.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing MPEG4 Internet Camera, a standalone
system that can be connected directly to an Ethernet or Fast
Ethernet, and also supported by the wireless transmission based
on the IEEE 802.11g standard*. With support for latest MPEG4
technology, you can record streaming video that utilizes high
quality MPEG4 images to your hard drive, enable motion
detection and setup automated email alerts for security. The
built-in microphone provides you with the audio function,
allowing you to “watch” and “listen” from the camera.
Compared to the conventional PC Camera, the camera features a
built-in CPU and web-based solutions that can provide a costeffective solution to transmit the real-time high-quality video
images and sounds synchronously for monitoring.
The camera can be managed remotely, so that you can use a web
browser to access and control it from any notebook/desktop PC
over the Intranet or Internet. The simple installation procedures
and web-based interface allow you to integrate it into your
network easily. With comprehensive applications supported, the
Internet camera is your best solution for remote monitor, high
quality, and high performance video images.
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Simple To Use
The MPEG4 Internet Camera is a standalone system with built-in
CPU, no special hardware (such as a PC frame capture card) or
software required. The camera supports DirectX 9.0; therefore,
the only requirement you need is the web browser software such
as Internet Explorer 5.0 or above. Once you have a valid IP
Address, just connect it and you can view the picture and receive
sound from your camera. In addition, the camera’s stand allows
you to adjust the camera for optimal viewing angle.
Support Variety of Platforms
The camera supports TCP/IP networking, SMTP e-mail, HTTP
and other Internet related protocols. It can be utilized in a mixed
operating system environment, including Windows 98SE/ME/
2000/XP. Moreover, it can be integrated easily into other www/
Intranet applications.
Web Configuration
Applying a standard web browser, the administrator can configure
and manage the camera directly from its own web page via the
Intranet or Internet. Up to 64 users name and password are
permitted with privilege setting controlled by the administrator.
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Remote Utility
The powerful IPView Pro application assigns the administrator
with a pre-defined user ID and password, allowing the
administrator to modify the camera settings from the remote site
via Intranet or Internet. When new firmware is available, you can
also upgrade remotely over the network for added convenience.
Users are also allowed to monitor the image, and take snapshots.
Broad Range of Applications
With today’s high-speed Internet services, the camera can provide
the ideal solution for live video images over the Intranet or
Internet for remote monitoring. The camera allows remote access
from a web browser for live image viewing, and allows the
administrator to manage and control the camera anywhere and
anytime in the world. Apply the camera to monitor various
objects and places such as homes, offices, banks, hospitals, childcare centers, amusement parks and other varieties of industrial
and public monitoring. The camera can also be used for intruder
detection; in addition, it can capture still images for archiving and
many more applications.
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Unpack the package and check all the items carefully. In addition
to this User’s Guide, be certain that you have:
One MPEG4 Internet Camera
One External Antenna
One power adapter
One RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
One Camera Stand
One Installation CD-ROM
One Quick Installation Guide
If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your
local dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing
materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future.
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Networking
Local Area Network:
10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
Wireless Local Area Network (wireless model):
IEEE 802.11g Wireless LAN
Accessing the Camera
For Web Browser Users
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 98SE/ME/
2000/XP
CPU: Intel Celeron 1.1GHz or above (Intel Pentium 4 is
preferred)
Memory Size: 128MB or above
Resolution: 800x600 or above
Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.0 or above
For IPView Pro Application Users
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 98SE/ME/
2000/XP.
CPU: Intel Celeron 1.1GHz or above (Intel Pentium 4 is
preferred)
Memory Size: 128 MB or above
Resolution: 800x600 or above
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This section describes the externally visible features of the
camera.
Front Panel
There are two LED indicators on the front panel of the camera:
Power LED and Link LED.
Link
Power
1. Power LED
The Power LED is positioned on the right side of the two LEDs.
A steady light confirms that the camera is powered on.
2. Link LED
The Link LED is positioned on the left side of the two LEDs. A
steady light confirms that the camera has good connection to
LAN connectivity.
Dependent on the data traffic, the LED will begin to flash to
indicate that the camera is receiving/sending data from/to the
network.
3. Internal MIC
The built-in omni-directional microphone allows the camera to
receive sound and voice.
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Rear Panel
4 Antenna
1 DC Power Connector 3 Network Cable Connector
1. DC Power Connector
The DC power input connector is located on the camera’s rear
panel, and is labeled DC5V 2.5A with a single jack socket to
supply power to the camera. Power will be generated when the
power supply is connected to a wall outlet.
2 Reset Button
2. Reset Button
Factory Reset will be initiated when the reset button is pressed
continuously for three seconds; meanwhile, the Link LED lights
up or blinks. Release the reset button and the Link LED will turn
off, indicating that the camera restores the factory default settings.
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When factory reset is completed, the configuration of camera will
return to the defaults as:
- IP address: 192.168.1.2
- Administrator’s login name: admin
- Password: admin
- Wireless status (for wireless model): disabled
3. Network Cable Connector
The camera’s rear panel features an RJ-45 connector for
connections to 10Base-T Ethernet cabling or 100Base-TX Fast
Ethernet cabling (which should be Category 5 twisted-pair cable).
The port supports the N-Way protocol and “AutoMDIX” function,
allowing the camera to automatically detect or negotiate the
transmission speed of the network.
4. Antenna (for wireless model)
The rotatable external antenna allows you to adjust its position to
obtain the maximum signal.
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HARDWARE
INSTALLATION
Attaching the Camera to the Stand
The MPEG4 Internet Camera
comes with a camera stand
(optional) with a swivel ball
screw head that can be attached
to the bottom screw hole of
camera. Attach the camera
stand to the camera and station
it for your application. There
are three holes located in the
base of the camera stand,
allowing the camera to be
mounted on the ceiling or any
wall securely.
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Connect an Ethernet cable to
the network cable connector
located on the rear panel of
camera, and then attach it to the
network.
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Attach the external power
supply to the DC power input
connector located on the rear
panel of camera, and then
connect it to your local power
supply.
TIP: You can confirm power source is supplied from the LED
indicators label Power on the MPEG4 Internet Camera is
illuminated.
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SECURITY
To ensure the highest security and prevent unauthorized usage of
the camera the Administrator has the exclusive privilege to access
the System Administration for settings and control requirements
to allow users the level of entry and authorize the privileges for
all users. The camera supports multi-level password protection
and access to the camera is strictly restricted to defined the user
who has a “User Name” and “User Password” that is assigned by
the Administrator.
The administrator can release a public user name and password so
when remote users access the camera they will have the right to
view the image transmitted by the camera.
NOTE: The default settings of Administrator’s login name/password
are admin/admin, which are easily to be known by unauthorized
users. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to change the login
name and password when you are the first time to use the camera.
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APPLICATION OF
THE CAMERA
The camera can be applied in wide variety of applications. With
the built-in CPU, it can work as a standalone system that provides
a web-based solution transmitting high quality video images and
sounds for monitoring purposes. It can be managed remotely,
accessed and controlled from any PC desktop over the Intranet or
Internet via a web browser. With the easy installation procedure,
real-time live images will be available.
The following section will provide the typical applications for the
camera, and also includes some basic knowledge to assist in the
installation and configuration of the camera.
Applications:
Monitoring of local and remote places and objects such as
construction sites, hospitals, amusement parks, schools and
day-care centers through the use of a web browser.
View image from IPView Pro.
Configure the camera to save image or send-mail messages
with a short video file.
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Application Diagrams of the Camera
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Home Applications
ADSL/Cable
Modem
MPEG4
Internet Camera
Wireless
ideo Server
MPEG4
Wireless
ideo Server
Internet Camera
MPEG4 Wireless
Internet Camera
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SOHO Applications
MPEG4 Wireless
Internet Camera
MPEG4
Internet Camera
MPEG4
Internet Camera
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Enterprise Applications
MPEG4 Wireless
Internet Camera
MPEG4
Internet Camera
MPEG4
Internet Camera
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USING THE CAMERA
You can access and manage the camera through your web
browser. This chapter describes the Web Configuration Utility,
and provides the instructions on using the camera with a web
browser.
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The camera must be configured through its built-in Web-based
Configuration. Whenever you want to configure the camera,
open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer in this manual),
and type the default IP address http://192.168.1.2 in the Address
bar and press [Enter]. When the login page appears, type
in the Name and Password box, and then click
NOTE:
1. Extensive knowledge of LAN will be helpful in setting up the
camera.
2. The computer’s IP address must corr espond with the came ra’s IP
address in the same segment for the two devices to
communicate.
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admin
Login
Enter the default
IP Address in the
Address bar.
Enter the default
username and
password.
Login Screen of Web Configuration Utility
“admin” is the default username and password of the camera, and
can be changed in the Web Configuration Utility.
After login, the Home window of the Configuration Utility will
appear as below, which includes three areas: Menu Bar, Video
Show Area, and Control Buttons.
NOTE: If you are denied to enter the Web Configuration Utility, the
following warning message will appear on the scr een. Please try to
enter the correct username and password again, or contact your
network administrator.
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Home Window
Menu Bar
Control Buttons
Video Show Area
z Menu Bar – in the top of the window, containing six items
that allow you to setup the camera.
z Video Show Area – allows you to view the image from the
camera.
z Control Buttons – contains some buttons that allow you to
control the camera’s audio, image, etc.
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In the Home window, you can control the camera through the
control buttons on the right side of the window. The real-time
image from the camera will be displayed in the Video Show Area.
Zoom In / Zoom out
Move your mouse to the Video Show Area, and the cursor will
change to the
clicking the left/right button on your mouse.
icon. Then, you can zoom in/out the image by
Adjusting Image Brightness
You can adjust the image brightness level through the Brightness
option. The range is from +5 to -5.
Audio Function
Click the Audio On button to enable the camera’s audio function;
click again to disable.
Assigning the Destination Folder
The destination folder to save the recorded video file can be
specified in the File path option. Click the right button to bring
up a dialog window, which allows you to assign the destination
folder. When assigned, click Start.
NightShot
The camera is equipped with a high-resolution CCD lens to
provide crystal clear images in real time, even at night. At dark
or low light situation, select the NightShot option to switch the
camera to deliver black & white images.
Changing Image Display
Click the Upside Down button to display the image in a vertical
mirror mode. Click the Mirrored button to display the image in a
horizontal mirror mode.
Capturing Still Images
Click the Snapshot button to capture a still image of the active
camera, and save it into your computer.
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The Basic menu contains three steps that will guide you through
the basic configuration for the camera. Click Basic in the top
menu bar to start the step-by-step configuration.
Basic J Network
The first step is to configure networking settings of the
camera. According to your ISP’s service, select one from
the three connection types: LAN, PPPoE, and DDNS.
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If your network access uses a fixed IP address
or DHCP service, select this option and fill in the
LAN
PPPoE
DDNS
required data provided by your network
administrator in the fields of IP Address, IP
Subnet Mask, Gateway IP Address, and DNS
(Domain Name Server).
If your network access uses PPPoE (Point-toPoint Protocol over Ethernet), select this option.
Fill in the required data in the User Name and
Password fields, which are supplied by your
ISP. The IP Address is usually allocated
automatically.
The camera supports Dynamic DNS (DDNS)
feature, which allows you to assign a fixed host
and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP
address. Select Yes to enable this function, and
then fill in the required data in the User Name,
Password and Domain Name fields. Please
note that you have to sign up for DDNS service
with service providers before using this function.
When completed, click Next to continue.
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Basic J Camera Name
The second step is to setup a descriptive name for the camera.
When completed, click Next to continue.
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Basic J Time Zone
This step displays the current time setting of the camera. For
system management purpose, a correct time setting is critical to
have accurate time stamps on the system logs.
The Method pull-down menu allows you to setup the correct time
by getting time from the computer or time server (need an
Internet connection). After choosing one method from the pulldown-down menu, click Test. In the Time Zone pull-down menu,
select a time zone according to your location.
When completed, click Apply. Then it will pop up a warning
message on the screen, click Yes to confirm the modifications or
No to reserve the currently settings.
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Basic J Report
The last step provides some tips when you have Internet access
problems.
Click Start to complete your basic network configuration. When
completed, you are brought to the Home window.
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NOTE: During the confi guration, you can return to Home window by
clicking the HOME button that is available in every page of the utility,
or exit the utility by clicking the LOGOUT button whenever you want.
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Move your mouse onto the Advanced button, and it will
automatically pop up a submenu bar, providing six submenu
buttons: Video, Network, Wireless (for wireless model), Tools,
Account, and Timezone. Each submenu button allows you to
access advanced feature settings, and is explained details in the
following sections.
Advanced J Video
The Video submenu contains three options: Image Setting,
Location Setting and Motion Detection.
Image Setting
Click the Image Setting item of the Video submenu to bring up
the following page, which allows you to setup the image settings
of the camera.
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