ARM Electronics MP13DVPDN User Manual
1.3 Megapixel Vandal Proof IP Dome Camera
User Manual
Ver2.2
00P3H210MZSEB2
Table of Contents
1. Software Version........................................................................................................3
2. Overview .....................................................................................................................4
2.1 Features.............................................................................................................4
2.2 Package Contents..............................................................................................5
3. Introduction of the IP Dome Camera ........................................................................6
3.1 Camera Dimensions ..........................................................................................6
3.2 Camera’s Connectors ........................................................................................7
4. System Requirements................................................................................................8
5. Installation...................................................................................................................9
5.1 Power and Ethernet Cable Connection..............................................................9
5.2 Hard Ceiling .....................................................................................................10
5.3 4S Mount Electrical Box...................................................................................15
6. Accessing Camera ...................................................................................................17
7. Configuration & Operation.......................................................................................23
7.1 Browser-based Viewer Introduction .................................................................23
7.2 Home Page......................................................................................................25
7.3 System Related Settings..................................................................................26
7.3.1 Host Name and System Time Setting................................................27
7.3.2 Security..............................................................................................28
7.3.3 Network .............................................................................................30
7.3.4 DDNS ................................................................................................33
7.3.5 Mail....................................................................................................34
7.3.6 FTP....................................................................................................35
7.3.7 Application (Alarm Settings) ..............................................................36
7.3.8 Motion Detection................................................................................40
7.3.9 Snapshot ...........................................................................................45
7.3.10 Iris Adjustment (Box Camera and Vandal Proof Dome).....................46
7.3.11 View Log File .....................................................................................47
7.3.12 View User Information .......................................................................48
7.3.13 View Parameters ...............................................................................50
7.3.14 Factory Default ..................................................................................51
7.3.15 Software Version ...............................................................................52
7.3.16 Software Upgrade..............................................................................53
7.4 Video and Audio Streaming Settings ...............................................................55
7.4.1 Video Resolution and Rotate Type ....................................................56
7.4.2 Video Compression ...........................................................................58
7.4.3 Video OCX Protocol...........................................................................59
7.4.4 Video Frame Skip ..............................................................................60
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7.4.5 Privacy Masking Function..................................................................61
7.4.6 Audio Mode and Bit Rate Settings.....................................................63
7.5 Camera Settings ..............................................................................................64
7.5.1 Exposure Setting ...............................................................................65
7.5.2 White Balance Setting .......................................................................66
7.5.3 Backlight Setting................................................................................67
7.5.4 Brightness Setting..............................................................................67
7.5.5 Sharpness Setting .............................................................................67
7.5.6 Contrast Setting.................................................................................67
7.5.7 Digital Zoom Setting ..........................................................................68
7.5.8 IR Function (Optional)........................................................................68
7.6 Logout..............................................................................................................68
8. CMS Software Introduction......................................................................................69
Appendix A: Technical Specifications...........................................................................70
Appendix B: Internet Security Settings .........................................................................72
Appendix C: DC Viewer Download Procedure..............................................................75
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1. Software Version
The IP Dome Camera’s current software version is as follows:
Released Version
Oct., 2008 d20081013NS
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2. Overview
The vandal proof IP Dome Camera features a 1.3 Megapixel progressive scan
image sensor that delivers unparalleled image quality. Utilizing progressive
scan sensor, it produces images of rapid moving objects with minimum motion
blurring. Dual streaming enables users to view both MJPEG images and
MPEG-4 video to achieve superior image quality and conserve bandwidth. And
with ultra high resolution, users can monitor critical areas with greater detail like
never before.
2.1 Features
• 1/3” Sony Progressive scan CCD/CMOS sensor
• Dual streaming: MJPEG & MPEG-4
- MJPEG up to 1280x960 @ 15 fps
- MPEG-4 up to 640x480 @ 30 fps
• Day/Night function (ICR); Optional
• Power over Ethernet (802.3af)
• Motion Detection
• Digital slow shutter
• Varifocal lens 3.3~12mm
• Two-way audio support
• Up to 12x Digital Zoom
• Backlight Compensation
• Auto Exposure
• Flickerless mode
• 10/100 Ethernet with RJ-45 connector
• Low light sensitivity 0.2 lux @ F1.2
• Compact size and light weight
• Free bundled CMS software
• Weatherproof (IP66 international standard)
• 3-axis (pan/tilt/rotation) position adjustment
• Security Torx against tampering
• Built-in heater and fan; Optional
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• 4S mount support
2.2 Package Contents
Please check the package contains the following items listed below.
Vandal Proof IP Dome Camera
Security Torx
Self Tapping Screws
Plastic Screw Anchors
Power Cable
Quick Guide
(bundled software and
documentation)
CD
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3. Introduction of the IP Dome Camera
This chapter will provide the camera dimensions for reference before installation.
Definition of each connector on the camera’s PCB board will also be specified.
3.1 Camera Dimensions
The IP Dome Camera’s dimensions are shown as below.
Top View Side View
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3.2 Camera’s Connectors
The diagram below shows the vandal proof IP Dome Camera’s reset button and
various connectors. Definition for each connector will be given as follows.
Connector Pin No. Definition Remarks
Reset Button
Power
Alarm I/O
Audio I/O
RJ-45
AC 24V
Restore to factory default
1 Power
2 Reserved DC 12V
3 GND
1 Power-1
2 Earth GND
3 Power-2
1
2
3
4
1 Audio Out
2
3
10/100 Ethernet / PoE
Output＋
Output－
Input＋
Input－
GND
MIC IN
Power connection
Alarm connection
Two-way audio transmission
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4. System Requirements
To perform the IP Dome Camera via web browser, please ensure your PC is in
good network connection, and meet system requirements as described below.
Items Minimum Requirement
1. Intel Pentium IV, 3 GHz or higher, Intel Core2 Duo, 2
Personal Computer
Operating System
Web Browser
Network Card
Viewer
GHz or higher
2. 1 GB RAM or more
3. AGP graphics card 64 MB RAM, Direct Draw
Windows VISTA or Windows XP
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) operation
ActiveX control plug-in for Microsoft IE
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5. Installation
Please read the instructions provided in this chapter thoroughly before installing
the vandal proof IP Dome Camera.
5.1 Power and Ethernet Cable Connection
Power Connection
Make sure the camera’s power cable is correctly and firmly connected; refer to
the pin definition table in section 3.2 Camera’s Connectors. If using Power over
Ethernet (PoE), make sure Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) is in use in the
network.
Ethernet Cable Connection
Use of Category 5 Ethernet cable is recommended for network connection; to
have best transmission quality, cable length shall not exceed 100 meters.
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector of the IP Dome
Camera, and the other end of the cable to the network switch or PC.
NOTE: In some cases, you may need use an Ethernet crossover cable
when connecting the IP Dome Camera directly to the PC.
Check the status of the link indicator and activity indicator LEDs; if the LEDs are
unlit, please check LAN connection.
Green Link Light indicates good network connection.
Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication.
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5.2 Hard Ceiling
The vandal proof IP Dome Camera can be installed directly on a wall or ceiling.
Please note that the wall or ceiling must have enough strength to support the IP
Dome Camera.
Follow the steps below to install your IP Dome Camera:
Step 1:
Unpack the vandal proof IP Dome Camera package and take out the IP
Dome Camera.
Step 2:
Use the supplied Security Torx to unscrew and open the dome cover.
Step 3:
Press both sides of the inner cover
and remove it from the Dome
Camera unit.
Step 4:
Press the sides of the snap-on
module, as indicated in the figure,
and detach it from the Dome Camera
housing.
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Figure:
Dome Camera Unit Detached
Step 5:
Refer to the diagram and mark the
positions of the four screw holes at
the chosen installation location.
Step 6:
In the marked locations, drill a hole slightly smaller than the supplied screw
anchors.
Step 7:
Put anchors into these drilled holes.
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Step 8:
Fasten the Dome Camera housing
with the four equipped screws.
Step 9:
Thread the power and Ethernet
cables through either the side conduit
entry or back conduit entry, as
illustrated. Users may use a coin to
screw the conduit entry block off.
Connect the Cables to the Unit
Connect the power and Ethernet
cables to their connectors on the
Dome Camera unit, as shown in the
figures.
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Figure:
Power and Network Connectors
Step 10:
Attach the snap-on module into the
Dome Camera housing.
NOTE: The terminal blocks
should face the side conduit
entry, as shown in the figure.
Step 11:
Connect the power and network outputs.
Step 12:
After the Dome Camera body is mounted and the cables are connected.
Adjust the camera to a desired angle, as shown below. Pan adjustment
range is nearly 360°; rotation angle range approaches to 300°. Tilt is
adjustable between ﹣10° ~ 90°.
Pan Adjustment Rotation Adjustment Tilt Adjustment
NOTE: Adjust the lens carefully within the limits mentioned above, or
the cables underneath would be harmed.
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Step 13:
Rotate the lens to adjust the camera's
zoom level and focal length.
Adjust the zoom ring screw to set the desired zoom; subsequently, modifying
the focus ring screw to set the desired focal length.
STEP 14:
Determine the camera settings. Please refer to Chapter 6. Accessing
Camera.
STEP 15:
Put the inner cover back to the Dome
Camera unit.
STEP 16:
Screw the dome cover to the Dome
Camera body with the Security Torx.
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5.3 4S Mount Electrical Box
Before installing the IP Dome Camera in the electrical box, please unscrew and
open the dome cover with the Security Torx.
Figure: 4S Mount Electrical Box
STEP 1:
Disconnect the power connector from the IP Dome Camera. Then connect
the power and Ethernet cables to the existing cables in the wall.
STEP 2:
Disassemble the inner plastic cover from the Dome Camera unit.
STEP 3:
Detach the snap-on module from the Dome Camera housing.
STEP 4:
Thread the power and Ethernet
cables through either the side
conduit entry or back conduit entry.
Then fasten the dome housing on the
electrical box with the two screws.
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STEP 5:
Connect the power and Ethernet cables to their connectors on the Dome
Camera unit.
STEP 6:
Attach the snap-on module into the Dome Camera housing.
STEP 7:
Adjust the camera to a desired angle. Please refer to the last section for
illustration.
Step 8:
Rotate the lens to adjust the camera's zoom level and focal length. Please
refer to the last section for details.
STEP 9:
Determine the camera settings. Please refer to Chapter 6. Accessing
Camera.
STEP 10:
Put the inner cover back to the camera unit.
STEP 11:
Screw the housing cover to the dome body with the Security Torx.
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6. Accessing Camera
For initial access to the IP Dome Camera, users can search the camera through
the installer program: DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “DeviceSearch”
folder in the supplied CD.
Device Search Software Setup
Step 1: Double click on the program Device Search.exe (see the icon below);
its window will appear as shown below. Then click the “Device Search”
button.
Step 2: The security alert window will pop up. Click “Unblock” to continue.
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Device Search
Step 3: Click “Device Search” again, and all the finding IP devices will be listed
in the page, as shown in the figure below. The IP Dome Camera’s
default IP address is: 192.168.0.250.
Step 4: Double click or right click and select “Browse” to access the camera
directly via web browser.
Step 5: Then the prompt window of request for entering default username
and password (as shown below) will appear for logging in to the IP
Dome Camera.
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The default login ID and password for the Administrator are:
Login ID Password
Admin 1234
NOTE: ID and password are case sensitive.
NOTE: It is strongly advised that administrator’s password be
altered for the security concerns. Refer to section 7.2.2 Security
for further details.
Additionally, users can change the IP Dome Camera’s network property, either
DHCP or Static IP directly in the device finding list. Refer to the following section
for changing the IP Dome Camera’s network property.
Example of Changing IP Dome Camera’s Network Property
Users can directly change an IP Dome Camera’s network property, ex. from
static IP to DHCP, in the finding device list. The way to change the IP Dome
Camera’s network property is specified below:
Step 1: In the finding device list, click on the IP Dome Camera that you would
like to change its network property. On the selected item, right click and
select “Network Setup.” Meanwhile, record the IP Dome Camera’s
MAC address, for future identification.
Step 2: The “Network Setup” page will come out. Select “DHCP,” and press
“Apply” button down the page.
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Step 3: Click “OK” on the Note of setting change. Wait for one minute to
re-search the IP Dome Camera.
Step 4: Click the “Device Search” button to re-search all the devices. Then
select the IP Dome Camera with the correct MAC address. Double click
on the IP Dome Camera, and the login window will come out.
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Step 5: Enter User name and Password to access the IP Dome Camera.
Installing DC Viewer Software Online
For the initial access to the IP Dome Camera, a client program, DC Viewer, will
be automatically installed to your PC when connecting to the IP Dome Camera.
If the Web browser doesn’t allow DC Viewer installation, please check the
Internet security settings or ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings (see
Appendix B: Internet Security Settings) to continue the process.
The Information Bar (just below the URL bar) may come out and ask for
permission to install the ActiveX Control for displaying video in browser (see the
figure below). Right click on the Information Bar and select “Install ActiveX
Control…” to allow the installation.
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Then the security warning window will pop up. Click “Install” to carry on software
installation.
Click “Finish” to close the DC Viewer window when download is finished. For
the detailed software download procedure, please refer to Appendix C: DC
Viewer Download Procedure.
Once login to the IP Dome Camera, users will see the Home page as shown
below:
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Administrator/User Privileges
“Administrator” represents the person who can configure the IP Dome Camera
and authorize users access to the camera; “User” refers to whoever has access
to the camera with limited authority, i.e. entering Home and Camera setting
pages.
Image and Focus Adjustment
The image displays on the Home page when successfully accessing to the IP
Dome Camera. Adjust zoom and focus as necessary to produce a clear image.
7. Configuration & Operation
The IP Dome Camera is provided with a user-friendly browser-based
configuration interface, and a free bundled CMS (Central Management System)
for record and playback video. In this chapter, information about main page
introduction, system related settings and camera settings will be described in
detail.
For further information about CMS software, please refer to Chapter 8. CMS
Software Introduction and CMS user manual.
7.1 Browser-based Viewer Introduction
The figure below shows the main page of the IP Dome Camera user interface.
At the bottom of the main page, users can adjust video display size (x1, x1/2
and full screen), select a kind of video format (MPEG-4 and MJPEG), talk to the
remote site (see 7.2.2 Security) and save MJPEG snapshots (see 7.2.9
Snapshot).
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