Axis 200 User Manual
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AXIS 200 User’s Manual
Safety Notices
Please observe all safety markings and instructions when
using this product.
Caution! -
product.
Important -
impair operation.
Do not proceed any of the above notices until you have fully
understood the implications.
potential hazard that can damage the
potential hazard that can seriously
Legal Considerations
Camera surveillance can be prohibited by laws that vary
from country to country. Check out the laws in your
country before using the AXIS 200 for surveillance.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
USA -
radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
interference to radio communications. It has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at
his/her own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.
Shielded cables should be used with this unit to ensure
compliance with the Class A limits.
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AXIS 200 User’s Manual
Revision 1.6
Part No: 14978
Dated: October 1998
Copyright © Axis Communications AB,
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AXIS 200 User’s Manual Preface
Preface
Thank you for purchasing the AXIS 200 Network Camera Server. This product has been
developed to connect your cameras anywhere in your network, allowing all users to take high
quality snapshot pictures around the globe over Internet and intranet networks.
About This Manual
The manual provides introductory information as well as detailed instructions on how to set up
and manage the AXIS 200 in various network environments. It is intended for everyone involved
in installing and managing the AXIS 200. To fully benefit from the manual, you should be
familiar with basic networking principles.
This manual applies to the AXIS 200, with software release 1.31.
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About Axis
Axis Communications is dedicated to providing innovative solutions for network-connected
computer peripherals. Since the start in 1984, Axis has been one of the fastest growing companies
in the market and is now a leader in its field.
ThinServer™ Technology
enables them to act as intelligent file server independent ThinServer™ devices. A ThinServer™
device is a network server which includes “thin” embedded server software capable of
simultaneous multiprotocol communication, scalable RISC hardware and a built-in Web server
which allows easy access and management via any standard Web browser. The ThinServer™
technology makes it possible to connect any electronic device to the network, thus providing
“Access to everything”.
Today, Axis Communications is offering the ThinServer™ technology as well as six major
ThinServer™ product lines consisting of:
Network Print Servers
resources in your network. They connect to any standard printer, featuring high performance,
simple management and easy upgrading across the network. The print servers are available in
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet and Token Ring versions.
Being the core of all Axis’ products, the ThinServer™ technology
offer you a powerful and cost-efficient method for sharing printer
IBM Mainframe and S/3x - AS/400 Print Servers and Protocol Converters
wide range of LAN, coax and twinax attached print servers for the IBM host environment. By
emulating IBM devices, these servers provide conversion of the IPDS, SCS and 3270DS data
streams to the major ASCII printer languages.
includes a
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Network Attached Optical Media Servers
provide you with a flexible and cost-efficient
solution for sharing CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs and other optical media across the network. They
are available in Ethernet, Fast Ethernet and Token Ring versions.
Network Attached Storage Servers
offer network connectivity for re-writable media such as
hard disks and Iomega Jaz cartridges, which, via the storage server, can be backed up on DAT
tapes. They are only available in Ethernet versions.
Network Camera Servers
provide live images using standard Internet technology, thus
enabling access to live cameras via any standard Web browser. They offer a perfect solution for
remote surveillance over the Internet and their sharp images can bring life into any web site.
These servers support Ethernet as well as PSTN and GSM phone lines.
Network Scan Servers
enable easy distribution of paper-based information across workgroups
and the enterprise. By sending the scanned documents to your destination via the
Internet/intranet, you will reduce your faxing/mailing costs, as well as save time, thus improving
your organization efficiency.
Support Services
Should you require any technical assistance, please contact your local dealer. If your questions
cannot be answered immediately, your local dealer will forward your queries through the
appropriate channels to ensure you a rapid response.
WWW: http://www.axis.com
FTP server: ftp://ftp.axis.com/pub/axis
Support
e-mail address:
tech-sup@axis.com
If you are connected to Internet, you can find online
manuals, technical support, firmware updates,
application software, company information, on any of
the addresses listed to the left.
AXIS 200 User’s Manual Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Section 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
The AXIS 200 Network Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Section 2 Installing the AXIS 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Stage 1. Unpacking and Checking the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Stage 2. Identifying the Connectors and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Stage 3. Connecting the AXIS 200 to your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Stage 4. Assigning an Internet Address and Host Name . . . . . . . . . . 13
Stage 5. Testing the AXIS 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Stage 6. Adjusting the Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Section 3 Assigning an Internet Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Downloading the Internet Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Section 4 Configuring the AXIS 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Configuring using a Web browser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Configuring using FTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Section 5 Using the AXIS 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Automatic Picture Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
External Web Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
CRON Script . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Common Gateway Interface (CGI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Point to Point Protocol (PPP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Zmodem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Appendix A Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
The Log File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix B The Parameter List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
The Config File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Appendix C Updating the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Obtaining Updated Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Upgrading the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Appendix D Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Appendix E The Auxiliary IO Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Physical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Controlling and Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Appendix F The RS232 Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Physical connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Setting Up the AXIS 200 Modem Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Appendix G Camera Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Appendix H CRON Script Command Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Script Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
AXIS 200 User’s Manual Section 1: Introduction
Section 1 Introduction
The AXIS 200 Network Camera
The AXIS 200 Network Camera is a digital snapshot camera with a
built-in Web server. Connecting directly to Ethernet networks, it
provides a source for live color pictures over the Internet.
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In the past, network imaging solutions have required cumbersome,
complicated systems involving PCs or workstations with specific video
cabling. The AXIS 200 eliminates the cost, management and
maintenance issues commonly associated with those types of solutions.
Technically, the AXIS 200 is a microprocessor-based device that
includes:
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•
•
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The AXIS 200 Network Camera
A digital color camera
RISC-based hardware for image compression
Standalone Web server functionality
Physical Ethernet connection
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Features and Benefits
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Easy Installation
Cost-effective
Operating
Environments
Connecting the AXIS 200 to the network is easy. It does not require
the use of a PC frame grabber card or interaction with any other
server. No additional software or hardware is needed. You can actually
install it in a single minute - all you need to do is assign a valid
Internet address.
With all necessary features included, the AXIS 200 provides a reliable
and low cost alternative for publication of pictures on the network.
The AXIS 200 supports
TCP/IP and Internetrelated protocols. It can
therefore be used in
mixed operating system
environments such as
Windows, Macintosh,
UNIX and OS/2.
Standard Image
Format
Using a standard Web
browser, the AXIS 200
can be configured and
managed directly from
its own Web pages.
The AXIS 200 also supports FTP so that snapshots can be taken and
saved locally.
The AXIS 200 generates pictures in standard JPEG format which
means that users can take and view pictures over the network using
any standard Web browser. Pictures taken by the AXIS 200 can be
displayed in your Web pages by creating HTML links.
The AXIS 200 provides high-quality snapshot pictures for any
Internet/intranet client that cares to visit it. Primarily designed to
produce a ‘live’ snapshot for each occasion it is accessed, it can also
broadcast recently generated pictures upon request.
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Fast JPEG
Compression
External Device
Connection
Security
Web Forum
discussions
The AXIS 200 has hardware support for the JPEG compression as well
as a 32-bit high speed RISC CPU. This results in fast JPEG
compression. The AXIS 200 provides JPEG images directly, without
the need for manual conversion between image formats. A full size
JPEG image is compressed in less than one second.
The auxiliary input makes it possible to control the AXIS 200 from
external relays. This means that external devices like door-openers,
external switches, etc. can trigger the camera.
The AXIS 200 is a self-contained web server. This means that the
server is secured like any other Internet host. It is up to the Network
Administrator to decide whether individuals, groups, the whole
company or the whole world may access your camera server. Normally
this is done in your company's Internet firewall.
Axis Communications will be running a web forum for ideas and
suggestion notes for possible camera applications. Axis will also
maintain a link collection where you can insert your own link to your
application and keep lists of application notes, FAQ:s and other
related information.
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AXIS 200 User’s Manual Section 2: Installing the AXIS 200
Section 2 Installing the AXIS 200
This section provides a brief description of the unit connectors and
indicators, and describes the AXIS 200 installation procedures.
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Installation Summary
The AXIS 200 is installed in these stages:
Stage 1. Unpacking and Checking the Hardware.
Stage 2. Identifying the Connectors and Indicators
Stage 3. Connecting the AXIS 200 to your Network
Stage 4. Assigning an Internet Address and Host Name
Stage 5. Testing the AXIS 200
Stage 6. Adjusting the Focus
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Stage 1. Unpacking and Checking the Hardware
Unpack and check all the items against the check list below. Contact
your dealer if anything is missing or damaged. All packing material is
recyclable. The AXIS 200 hardware pack contains:
AXIS 200 Network Camera, part no: 0064-1
AXIS 200 Quick Installation Guide, part no: 15107
AXIS 200 Tripod
Product Brochure, part no: 14412
Power supply. Part numbers vary according to country, as
described in this table:
Country Part Number
Europe 14233
UK 14234
Australia 14255
USA 14253
Japan 14254
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Stage 2. Identifying the Connectors and Indicators
Please read the following information to familiarize yourself with the
AXIS 200, making particular note of where the connectors and
indicators are located. This information provide a useful reference
when performing the remaining stages of the installation.
Auxiliary I/O connector
RS232 serial connector
Ethernet 10baseT connector
Power supply connector
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Connectors
Auxiliary I/O
Connector
RS232 Serial
Connector
Camera lens
(with rotational focus control)
Serial number
Snapshot indicator
Control button
Front view
Power indicator
Network indicator
Rear view
A Mini-DIN 8-pole external connector for auxiliary connection to the
AXIS 200. The functionality of this connector is fully discussed in
Appendix E - The Auxiliary IO Port.
A 9 pin D-sub connector provides the physical RS232 serial interface
to a modem server within the AXIS 200. This connector is discussed
in detail in Appendix F - The RS232 Serial Port.
Ethernet 10baseT
Connector
Power Supply
10baseT (RJ-45) twisted pair Ethernet connector for connection to
the network.
Jack socket for connection of AXIS 200 power supply.
Connector
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Caution!
Indicators
Snapshot Indicator
Power Indicator
Network Indicator
Camera Lens
The power supply delivered with your AXIS 200 is country specific.
Please check that the type of power supply you are using is correct
against the checklist on page 10.
This indicator will flash on every occasion the AXIS 200 takes a
snapshot.
This is normally lit while power is applied. If it is not lit, or it flashes,
there is problem with the AXIS 200 power supply.
This flashes to indicate network activity.
Wide angle lens with rotational-focus control. Refer to Appendix D -
Technical Specifications for complete specification.
Serial Number
Control Button
This is located on the underside label of the AXIS 200. Please note
that the serial number of your AXIS 200 is identical to the Ethernet
address of the unit.
This is used for multiple purposes, e.g. restoring the factory default
settings, adjusting the White balance, triggering CRON scripts. Refer
to the appropriate sections of the manuals.
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Stage 3. Connecting the AXIS 200 to your Network
To connect your AXIS 200 to the network, follow the step-by-step
instructions below:
1. Note the serial number of your AXIS 200 for future reference
during the installation procedure. This is located on the underside
label of the AXIS 200. Please note that the serial number of your
AXIS 200 is identical to the Ethernet address of the unit.
2. Fasten the AXIS 200 to its tripod and position it appropriately for
your application.
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Caution!
❏ Please note that the CCD (charged coupled device) within the
AXIS 200 can become permanently damaged if the camera lens is
exposed to too much direct sunlight! If your application demands
prolonged exposure to sunlight, you should consider the purchase
of a visor. Refer to the following link for further information:
http://www.axis.com/products/camera_servers/applic/housing.
htm
3. Connect your AXIS 200 to the network using an Ethernet 10baseT
connector.
4. Connect the power supply to the AXIS 200.
5. Check that the Power indicator is constantly lit.
Stage 4. Assigning an Internet Address and Host Name
Assign and download an Internet address and Host name for your
AXIS 200. Refer to Section 3 - Assigning an Internet Address.
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Stage 5. Testing the AXIS 200
You are now ready to test the connection between your AXIS 200 and
the network.
1. Start your Web browser.
2. Enter the name or Internet address of the AXIS 200 in the
location/address field:
http://cameraname/
or:
http://192.168.3.191/
AXIS 200 User’s Manual
The Home Page of your AXIS 200 appears.
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3. To further test your AXIS 200, take some more pictures. You can
do this by simply reloading your Web browser.
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Notes:
❏ Server push and other automatic updating functions are described
in Automatic Picture Updates, on page 37.
❏ Web pages are kept locally for fast browsing and in some instances
your AXIS 200 may display a cached image, as opposed to a newly
taken snapshot. In these circumstances, we recommend that you
reload your Web browser.
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Stage 6. Adjusting the Focus
The AXIS 200 has a lens with rotational focus control. To obtain a
sharp picture, adjust the focus of your AXIS 200 by carefully turning
the lens. A white spot on the lens assembly indicates the approximate
focus position for the unit, when adjusted to a 12
o’clock position.
You can test the results of the adjustments you have made by taking
some new pictures. To do this, simply reload your Web browser. If
you are using Netscape Navigator, you can simultaneously monitor
the changes to focus by clicking on the
Home Page.
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Server push
link within the
Notes:
❏ To correctly set the focus, you might need to turn the lens one or
two full turns either clockwise or anticlockwise from the 12
o’clock position.
❏ The lens assembly rotates on a conventional screw fitting and may
be completely removed if taken to the end of its thread. You
should not normally require to remove the lens, but should you
have cause to do so, take care not to let any debris enter the lens as
this will adversely effect the quality of your picture snapshots.
White dot
(focus position)
Front view
Camera lens
(with rotational focus control)
The installation is now complete and pictures may now be included
into your own applications.
Note:
❏ To avoid the occasional loss of snapshot images, we suggest that
you use the CRON script facility described in “CRON Script” on
page 39.
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Section 3 Assigning an Internet Address
To enable access to your AXIS 200, you must first assign it an
appropriate Internet address.
This section describes how to assign and download an Internet address
for your AXIS 200.
Downloading the Internet Address
You can set the Internet address of the AXIS 200 in three different
ways, using either ARP, RARP or BOOTP. All methods are enabled
by default. The main characteristics of each of these methods are
described below:
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ARP
RARP
BOOTP
ARP is available in Windows 95, Windows NT, UNIX and OS/2. It
requires the Internet address for each new device to be downloaded
individually. It is not appropriate to use this method over routers.
RARP is available in UNIX. It downloads the Internet address to each
device automatically. It requires a RARP daemon on your system, and
operates within a single network segment only.
BOOTP is available in UNIX and is similar to RARP, although it can
operate on the entire network. It requires a BOOTP daemon on your
system. A request made to an active BOOTP or RARP daemon
initiates a search of the Ethernet address table (RARP daemon), or
boot table (BOOTP daemon) for an entry matching the unit’s
Ethernet address. If a matching entry is found, the daemon then
downloads the Internet address to the device.
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Before you begin
Internet Address
System Privileges
Ethernet Address
Important!
Make sure the AXIS 200 is powered up and attached to the network.
Acquire an unused Internet address from your Network
Administrator.
You will require root privileges on your UNIX system and
administrator privileges on the Windows NT servers.
Depending on the method you are using, you will need to know the
Ethernet address of your AXIS 200. The Ethernet address is based
upon the serial number found on the underside label of the unit.
❏ Do not use the default or example Internet address when
installing your AXIS 200. Always consult your Network
Administrator before assigning an Internet address.
Mapping a Host Name
to the Internet
Address
Note:
If you are using host names, you can map a unique host name to the
acquired Internet address. Refer to your system manuals or to your
Network Administrator for instructions on how to perform the name
mapping on your particular system.
❏ If the host name has not been included in the system host table,
you can still perform the following instructions on how to
download the Internet address. In this case, simply replace the
host name entry with the Internet address wherever required.
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Procedures
Using ARP in
Windows 95 and
Windows NT
Choose one of the following methods to download the Internet
address to your AXIS 200.
Follow these instructions to download the Internet address and verify
the communication.
Start a DOS window and type the following commands:
arp -s <Internet address> <Ethernet address>
ping <Internet address>
Example:
arp -s 192.168.3.191 00-40-8c-10-00-86
ping 192.168.3.191
The host will return ‘
Reply from 192.168.3.191 ...
’ or some
similar message. This indicates that the address has been set and the
communication is established.
Important!
Note:
Windows 95 only: if the ARP table is empty, you must first ping an
existing unit on your network before setting the Internet address of
your AXIS 200. Type
arp -a
to display the ARP table.
Note that if your AXIS 200 unit is connected to the Windows 95
client via a hub, without network connection to other devices, you
must use the command
address> <client address>
arp -s <Internet address> <Ethernet
where
<client address>
is the
Internet address of your Windows 95 client.
command for the first time, you will
❏ When you execute the
ping
experience a significantly longer response time than usual.
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Using ARP in
UNIX and OS/2
Notes:
Follow these instructions to download the Internet address and verify
the communication.
Type the following commands:
arp -s <host name> <Ethernet address> temp
ping <host name>
Example:
arp -s cameraname 00:40:8c:10:00:86 temp
ping cameraname
The host will return ‘
cameraname is alive’,
or some similar
message to indicate that the address has been set and the
communication is established.
command for the first
❏ Please note that when you execute the
ping
time, you may experience a significantly longer response time
than is usual.
❏ The
arp -s
command may vary from system to system. Some
BSD-type systems expect the host name and Ethernet address in
reverse order, whereas IBM AIX systems require the additional
argument
arp -s ether <host name> 00:40:8c:10:00:86 temp
ether
. For example:
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Using RARP in UNIX
Follow these steps to use the RARP method in UNIX:
1. Append the following line to your Ethernet address table. This is
typically performed using the command
<Ethernet address> <host name>
/etc/ethers
:
Example:
00:40:8c:10:00:86 cameraname
2. If necessary, update your host table and alias name databases as
described required by your system.
3. If it is not already running, start the rarp daemon. This is typically
performed using the command
rarpd -a
4. Restart the AXIS 200 to download the Internet address.
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Using BOOTP
in UNIX
Follow these steps to use the BOOTP method:
1. Append the following entry to your boot table. This is typically
performed using the command
<host name>:ht=<hardware type>:vm=<vendor
magic>:\
:ha=<hardware address>:ip=<Internet address>:\
:sm=<subnet mask>:gw=<gateway field>
/etc/bootptab
:
where:
ht
= ether
vm
= rfc1048
ha
= The Ethernet address of the AXIS 200
ip
= The Internet address of the AXIS 200
sm
= The subnet mask
gw
= The default router address
Example:
cameraname:ht=ether:vm=rfc1048:\
:ha=00408c100086:ip=192.168.3.191:\
:sm=255.255.255.0:gw=192.168.1.1
2. If necessary, update your host table and alias name databases as
described required by your system.
3. If it is not already running, start the bootp daemon. This is typically
performed using the command
bootpd
4. Restart the AXIS 200 to download the Internet address, default
router address, and subnet mask.
AXIS 200 User’s Manual Section 4: Configuring the AXIS 200
Section 4 Configuring the AXIS 200
This section includes an overview of the AXIS 200 configuration
parameters.
You can configure the AXIS 200 via hyperlinks from within its own
web pages from any standard Web browser. Alternatively, you can
configure the AXIS 200 using FTP.
Refer to Appendix B - The Parameter List for a full listing of the
configuration parameters.
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Note:
❏ For the latest technical information, refer to the AXIS 200 web
site at http://www.axis.com/products/cam_200/ .
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Configuring using a Web browser
To configure the AXIS 200, enter the name or Internet address into
the location/address field of your Web browser:
http://cameraname/
or
http://172.16.253.80/
The Home Page for your AXIS 200 will be displayed:
AXIS 200 User’s Manual
AXIS 200 User’s Manual Section 4: Configuring the AXIS 200
On the AXIS 200 Home Page, click on the Settings link to reach the
Configuration pages.
The configuration parameters are grouped into these pages:
•Image
•Date & Time
• Security
•TCP/IP
•Modem
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Note:
Image Page
❏ When entering the configuration pages for the first time during a
session, you will be prompted for username and password. Log on
and use the default password
as user
root
recommended to change the root password
pass
. You are
since all Axis
,
products are shipped with the same password as default.
To specify the default image settings, click Image at the top of the
Configuration page.
The following is a description of the Image parameters
Parameter name Description
Rotation Snapshots may be presented with a varied degree of
rotation. The following settings are available: normal,
upsidedown, 90 deg or 270 deg.
Mirror Enables horizontal mirror images for your snapshots.
Color The AXIS 200 currently provides three different color
settings: none, less, or normal. When set to none, a black
and white snapshot file is produced. The two ot her settings
produce progressively colorful snapshots results.
Compression Three different compression settings for your snapshots:
high, medium or low. These settings determine the
compression factor for the resulting JPEG image. Low
compression produces an optimum picture quality, but
creates larger snapshot file sizes.
White balance The white balance is the reference color to which all other
colors in an image are compared. These modes are
available: Automatic, Fixoutdoor, Fixindoor and Freeze.
See further description on page 30.
Brightness Standard brightness parameter with a range setting of 0-9
and default value 5.
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Contrast Standard contrast setting that defines the color contrast for
Dark Detect Generally, black and white image production provides
Image Cache time A single snapshot image will be transmitted for multiple
Front panel LED Enables the Snapshot indicator on the front panel of the
Image Text
Position x
position y
AXIS 200 snapshots. This parameter has a range setting
of 0-9 and a default value 5.
better clarity during low light conditions. With the Dark
Detect parameter set to on, the AXIS 200 will only
generate black and white images once the level of light has
reached a predetermined minimum threshold.
accesses of the AXIS 200 within the defined Image Cache
time. This parameter may be varied between 0 - 999
seconds. The default value of zero causes the AXIS 200 to
generate a new snapshot for each access.
AXIS 200.
Text to be displayed on the image at the position specified
by the x and y coordinates.
AXIS 200 User’s Manual
Note:
❏ If you use CGI parameters within a URL request, these
parameters will override any settings defined within the
Configuration - Image page. You will find further information on
the CGI parameters on page 47.
AXIS 200 User’s Manual Section 4: Configuring the AXIS 200
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Date & Time Page
You can set the current date and time via the Configuration - Date &
Time Page. You reach the page by clicking Date & Time on the
Configuration pages.
The following is a description of the Date and Time parameters
Parameter name Description
Date The date is displayed in this format: day-month-year
Time The time is displayed in this format: hour:minute:second.
The time must be set in 24 hour format, e.g. 5pm should
be entered in the hour field as 17.
Datesync Server
Datesync Period
Datesync Protocol
Datesync Time Zone
Display Date/Time An internal clock enables a time stamp to be
Time format The clock may be presented in either of the following
Clock Position x
Clock Position y
To activate the integrated date and time synchronization
mechanism, you must provide the Internet address of a
date server, a synchronization period (in minutes) greater
than zero, the synchronization protocol and time zone
adjustment. The date server provides the actual time and
date when connected to TCP port 13 (Daytime protocol),
TCP port 37 (Time protocol) or UDP port 123 (NTP
protocol). The date and time will be automatically updated
in intervals as specified in the synchronization period
field. Default values are 0.0.0.0, 0, Time and 0,
respectively.
superimposed upon the picture image. You may choose
whether or not to display the date and time in your
snapshots simply by selecting Yes or No from the Display
Date/Time field.
formats: 24 hours or AM/PM.
These settings determine where the date and time stamp
will be placed within the snapshot. The date and time is
always shown within the snapshot area, regardless of
whether one or more of the clock co-ordinates are out of
limit. Under such circumstances, the clock is displayed as
close as possible to the furthest co-ordinate within the
snapshot boundary.
:
.
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AXIS 200 User’s Manual
Security Page
TCP/IP Page
You may change the configuration password for your AXIS 200 via
the Configuration - Security page. Click Security at the top of the
Configuration pages.
The following is a description of the Security parameters:
Parameter name Description
Root password The password of the Administrator. When configuring the
and use the
root
Usernames and
passwords
unit for the first time, log on as user
. It is recommended that you
default password
change the root password later, since all Axis products
are shipped with this password as default.
The AXIS 200 is default to anonymous user access,
which means that anybody on the Internet/intranet may
access the pictures taken by the camera from a Web
browser. Should you wish to restrict access to specific
users, enter the user names and passwords of only those
authorized users. If you are happy to provide an
anonymous user service, simply do not add any users.
Only characters a-z, A-Z or 0-9 are valid.
pass
You can set the IP parameters via the Configuration - TCP/IP page.
Click TCP/IP at the top of the Configuration pages.
Parameter name Description
IP Address Defines the Internet address of the AXIS 200.
Node address Defines the Ethernet address of the AXIS 200.
Default Router Defines the default router for the AXIS 200. By default the
parameter is set to automatic router search.
Net Mask Defines the net mask for the AXIS 200. Used to determine
when the traffic should be sent via a router. The default
0.0.0.0 indicates that automatic router sensing is used.
Primary DNS The Internet address of the primary DNS server. Used for
identifying computers with names instead of IP addresses.
Secondary DNS The Internet address of the secondary DNS server, should
the primary DNS server be unavailable or disconnected.
SMTP Mail Server Name of the server that provides your e-mail facilities.
SMTP Return Address The reply address for e-mails sent by the AXIS 200.
Enable BOOTP Enables the BOOTP protocol for downloading the Internet
address.
Enable RARP E nables the RARP protocol for downloading the Internet
address.
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