American Dynamics ADCI600F-W012, ADCI600F-W012N User Manual

Illustra Flex Series

1MP Wireless Cube

User Manual

8200-1027-01 B0

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Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

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Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

Table of Content

WARNING ....................................................................................................................................................... 4

Preface ............................................................................................................................................................ 5

1. Product Overview ................................................................................................................................... 6

1.1 Physical Characteristi cs .................................................................................................................. 6

2. Installation and Connection ............................................................................................................... 8

2.1 Unpack Everything ........................................................................................................................... 8

2.2 Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 8

2.2.1 Checking Appearance ............................................................................................................. 8

2.2.2 Connecting the wires ............................................................................................................... 8

2.2.3 Mounting .................................................................................................................................. 9

2.2.4 Network Topology ................................................................................................................... 11

2.3 Connection ...................................................................................................................................... 12

2.3.1 System Requirements ........................................................................................................... 12

2.3.2 Connecting from a computer ................................................................................................. 13

2.3.3 Default IP address ................................................................................................................. 14

2.3.4 Internet options setting from PC ............................................................................................ 14

2.3.5 Using the illustra Connect Tool to Manage Cameras ............................................................ 15

2.3.6 Verify connection between PC and IP Camera ..................................................................... 15

2.3.7 Viewing Preparation .............................................................................................................. 16

2.3.8 Login Window ........................................................................................................................ 19

3. Administr ation an d C on fig ur ati on .................................................................................................. 20

3.1 Live View .......................................................................................................................................... 20

3.2 Configuration................................................................................................................................... 22

3.2.1 Image Parameters ................................................................................................................. 22

3.2.2 Event Settings ....................................................................................................................... 34

3.2.3 Network Settings ................................................................................................................... 37

3.2.4 WIFI Settings ......................................................................................................................... 40

3.2.5 Account .................................................................................................................................. 44

3.2.6 System .................................................................................................................................. 46

3.2.7 Event Log .............................................................................................................................. 49

3.2.8 Client ..................................................................................................................................... 49

3.2.9 Information ............................................................................................................................ 50

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

WARNING

 This unit operates at DC 5V.  Installation and service should be perform ed onl y by qualif ied and ex peri enc e d technicians and comply

with all local codes and rules to maintain your warranty.

 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.  Wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. For tough stains, slightly apply with diluted neutral detergent and

wipe with a dry soft cloth.

 Do not apply benzene or thinner to the camera, which may cause the surface of the unit to be melted or

lens to be fogged.

 Avoid aligning the lens to very bright objects (example, light fixtures) for long periods of time.  Avoid operating or storing the unit in the following locations:

 Extremely humid, dusty, or hot/cold environments (recommended operating temperature: -10°C to

+40°C)

 Close to sources of powerful radio or TV transmitters  Close to fluorescent lamps or objects with reflections  Under unstable or flickering light sources

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Correct disposal of this product (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems). This product should be disposed of, at the end of its useful life, as per applicable local laws, regulations, and procedures.

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

Preface

This user manual is designed as a reference for the installation and manipulations of the unit including the camera’s features, functions, and detailed explanation of the menu tree. The reader is supposed to be able to get following information in the manual.

Product Overview: the main functions and system requirements of the unit. Installation and Connection: instructions on unit installation and wire connections. Administration and Configuration: the main menu navigation and controls explanations.

1. Product Overview

Unit: mm

1.1 Physical Characteristics

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FIGURE 1-1: PHYSICAL DIMENSION A

FIGURE 1-2: PHYSICAL DIMENSION B & PICTORIAL INDEX*

* Refer to table 1-1 for definitions

Unit: mm

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Index #

Name

Description

TABLE 1-1: PICTORIAL INDEX DEFINITION

1 WIFI antenna Sending/receiving radio signals from computers or other WIFI

facilities for wireless communication 2 MIC Audio IN 3 Infrared LED* Illumination for night vision 4 Lens Fixed lens 5 Speaker Audio OUT (Optional) 6 Default Button  Resetting the unit to factory default (press and hold for 5

seconds)

 This button also has WPS function. Please press this button

around 2 sec then WPS will be connecting. 7 Reset Button Rebooting the system. 8 RJ-45

Wired network connection socket

Ethernet Connector

9 Power T erminal

Inlet for the power adaptor (DC 5V±10%, 1.5A)

10 Unit stand The unit’s body support

11 LED Indicator

Red Light On Wired Network Ready With Networking Red Light Blinks Wired Network Ready Without Networking

 Wireless Network Ready With Networking

and AP connection

Blue Light On

 When ad hoc of WIFI mode is enabled and

networking, the blue light will turn on.  WPS ready and connection Wireless Network Ready Without Networking and

Blue Light Blinks

AP connection

Blue Light Blinks

WPS ready without networking

Rapid

* D/N mode setting is auto. Cube network camera with IR ON will automatically switch to B/W mode when the illumination is under a certain threshold.

Note

 Once wired networking is unavailable, please press and hold the default Button for 5

seconds to restore the unit to factory default settings so you may reach the unit at its default IP address for good. Please use Illustra Connect to find the IP address again.

 If you want to use wireless network, you can press and hold Default (WPS) button a few

seconds to connect the network. The LED status will turn blue after WPS successful connection. Otherwise, the blue light will always blink rapid. When WPS can’t success connection, please repeat the operation.

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

2. Installation and Connection

2.1 Unpack Everything

Check everything in the packing box matches to the order form and the packing slip. In addition to this manual, items below are included in the packing box.

 One unit of Megapixel Wireless Cube Day/Night Network camera  One set of WIFI antenna & unit stand  Four TP4×15mm tapping screws  Four screw anchors  One CD containing Illustra Conn ec t, user manual and quick installation guide  One mounting template  One power adaptor ADCi600F-W012  One printed quick installation guide

Please contact your dealer if any item missing.

2.2 Installation

Following tools might help you complete the installation:

 a drill  screwdrivers  wire cutters

2.2.1 Checking Appearance

When first unboxing, please check whether if there is any visible damage to appe ar ance of the unit and its accessories. The protective materials used for the packaging should be ab le to protect the unit from most of accidents during transportation. Please remove the protective part of the unit when every item is checked in accordance with the list in 2.1 Unpacking Ever ythin g.

2.2.2 Connecting the wires

 Connect the DC 5V power adaptor to camera. 

Connect the network cable to the RJ-45 terminal of a switch.

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Unit: mm

2.2.3 Mounting

The WIFI antenna and the unit stand are the necessity to mount a complete unit.

1. WIFI antenna

2. Camera’s body

3. Unit stand

FIGURE 2-1: ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY EXPLODED VIEW

This unit has two ways to mount. You can attach the stand to one of holes at either end, one is at the back of the unit; the other, bottom, of the unit as the following figures.

FIGURE 2-2: ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY SIDE VIEW

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Note

1 Screw anchors(×4) 2 TP4×15 tapping screws(×4)

After the unit assembled, mount the unit to the ceiling or wall by steps below.

1. Attach the mounting template to the ceiling or wall.

2. Drill four holes, and then insert the screw anchors into the holes.

3. Secure the bottom case of the unit to the ceiling or wall with the TP4×15 mm tapping screws.

Depending on the material of your mounting surface, you may require different screws and anchors than those supplied.

IGURE 2-3: MOUNTING DIAGRAM

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

2.2.4 Network Topology

The camera can deliver video images and audio in real time using the Internet and Intranet. It's equipped with Ethernet RJ-45 network interface.

FIGURE 2-4: NETWORK TOPOLOGY

Figure 2-4 illustrates how the Illustra Flex 1MP Wireless Cube unit routes packet through the internetworking. With proper settings, users are able to manipulate the 1MP Wireless Cube unit from both inside and outside of the administrative domain.

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

2.3 Connection

2.3.1 System Requirements

Below table lists the minimum requirement to implement and operate 1MP Wireless Cube unit. No hardware/software component underestimated is recommended.

ABLE 2-1: SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

System Hardware

CPU Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz or equivalent RAM 1 GB Display NVIDIA GeForce 6 Series or ATI Mobility Radeon 9500 (DirectX 9 compatible) System Software Operating System Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 or above Unit Power Supply DC 5V Networking Wired 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 connector) Wireless* Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on IEEE 802.11n specification); IEEE 802.11 b/g/n

compatible

*Effective wireless connection speed varies from environments and distances between access points.

Note

All the installation and operations should comply with your local electricity safety rules.

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

2.3.2 Connecting from a computer

There are two kinds of connection methods for your selection. One is wired connection and the other one is wireless connection.

Way 1: Wired c o n n ection

FIGURE 2-5: WIRED CONNECTING FROM A COMPUTER

Note

The status LED of camera will turn red when obtaining an IP address and the net work connection is processing.

Way 2: Wireless connection

 Press and hold the WPS button on your Camera for 2 seconds. The LED should blink blue light rapid.  Within one minute, press the WPS button on your router.

Note

The status LED of camera will turn blue when obtaining an IP address and the network connection is processing.

FIGURE 2-6: WIRELESS CONNECTING FROM A COMPUTER

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2.3.3 Default IP address

Since this is a network-based unit, the unit’s default IP address was assigned b y Router in DHC P server mode. Please enabled a DHCP server in your network, the unit would obtain an IP address automatically from the DHCP server so that you don’t need to change the camera’s IP address.

2.3.4 Internet options setting from PC

 Please open network connection status and then click Properties.

 Enable IPv4 in Internet options.

IGURE 2-7: INTERNET OPTIONS 1/3

FIGURE 2-8: INTERNET OPTIONS 2/3

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

 Also, click Properties and set to obtain an IP address and DNS server address automatically.

FIGURE 2-9: INTERNET OPTIONS 3/3

 Before starting Internet Explorer, use Illustra Connect to find the default IP address.

2.3.5 Using the illustra Connect Tool to Manage Cameras

In addition to using the IE browser to access your camera, you can alternatively use the provided tool, illustra Connect. illustra Connect is a management tool designed to manage your network cameras on the LAN. It can:

 help you find multiple network cameras  set the IP addresses  show connection status  manage firmware upgrades

For further information on Illustra Connect, refer to the Illustra Connect User Guide, located on the CD supplied.

2.3.6 Verify connection between PC and IP Camera

 Check whether if the networking available between the unit and the computer by executing ping the

default IP address. To do this, simply start a command prompt (Windows: from the Start Menu, select Program. Then select Accessories and choose Command Prompt.)

 At the prompt window, type “Ping x.x.x.x”, where x.x.x.x is the IP address of the camera (the default

address of IP camera is 192.168.1.168).

If the message “Reply from…” appears, it means the connection is available.

Illustra Flex Series 1MP Wireless Cube

2.3.7 Viewing Preparation

Images of the unit can be viewed through Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 or above. Before viewing, follow these steps to enable the display.

1. Enable Cookies as instructions below

 In Internet Explorer, click Internet Options on the Tools menu.  On the Privacy tab, move the settings slider to Low or Accept All Cookies.  Click OK.

2. When a proxy server is used, click Internet Options on the Tools menus of Internet Explorer, select Connect tab, click LAN button, and set proxy server.

3. Change Security in Internet options as instructions below.

 On Tools menu, click Internet Options.  Press the Security tab.  If the camera operates inside of the intranet, click the Intranet icon.  If the camera operates outside of the intranet, click the Internet icon.  Click Custom Level. This will open the Security Settings – Internet Zone screen.

FIGURE 2-10: SECURITY SETTINGS 1/4

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