Axis Communications 206 User Manual

AXIS 206 Family
Network Camera
User’s Manual
About this Document
This manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 206\206M\206W Network Camera, and is applicable for software release 4.20. It includes instructions for using and managing the product on your network. Previous experience of networking will be of use when using this product. Some knowledge of UNIX or Linux-based systems may also be beneficial, for developing shell scripts and applications. Later versions of this document will be posted to the Axis Website, as required. See also the product’s online help, available via the Web-based interface.
Safety Notices Used In This Manual
Caution! - Indicates a potential hazard that can damage the product. Important! - Indicates a hazard that can seriously impair operation. Do not proceed beyond any of the above notices until you have fully understood the implications.
Intellectual Property Rights
Axis AB has intellectual property rights relating to technology embodied in the product described in this document. In particular, and without limitation, these intellectual property rights may include one or more of the patents listed at http://www.axis.com/patent.htm and one or more additional patents or pending patent applications in the US and other countries. This product contains licensed third-party software. See the menu item “About” in the product’s user interface for more information.
Legal Considerations
Camera surveillance can be prohibited by laws that vary from country to country. Check the laws in your local region before using this product for surveillance purposes.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit to the receiver. Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded (STP) network cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with EMC standards.
USA - This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B 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.
Europe - This digital equipment fulfills the
requirements for radiated emission according to limit B of EN55022/1998, and the requirements for immunity according to EN55024/1998 residential, commercial, and light industry.
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Japan - This is a class B product based on the standard of the
Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
Australia - This electronic device meets the requirements of
the Radio communications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Standard 1998 AS/NZS 3548.
Equipment Modifications
This equipment must be installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions given in the user documentation. This equipment contains no user-serviceable components. Unauthorized equipment changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals.
Radio Transmission Regulatory Information (AXIS 206W)
This equipment generates and radiates radio frequency energy, and must be installed and operated while maintaining a minimum body-to-camera distance of 3 feet (1 meter).
Tested to comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. This product must be installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions given in the user documentation. This Axis product complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards:
Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity. This device complies
with the requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment: ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment
USA - Federal Communications Commission FCC
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canada - This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device
Liability
Every care has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Please inform your local Axis office of any inaccuracies or omissions. Axis Communications AB cannot be held responsible for any technical or typographical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the product and manuals without prior notice. Axis Communications AB makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained within this document, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Axis Communications AB shall not be liable nor responsible for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material.
Trademark Acknowledgments
Acrobat, Adobe, Boa, Ethernet, IBM, Internet Explorer, LAN Manager, Linux, Macintosh, Microsoft, Mozilla, Netscape Navigator, OS/2, UNIX, Windows, WWW, Wi-Fi are registered trademarks of the respective holders. Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Axis Communications AB is independent of Sun Microsystems Inc. UPnP™ is a certification mark of the UPnP™ Implementers Corporation. WPA is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Support
Should you require any technical assistance, please contact your Axis reseller. If your questions cannot be answered immediately, your reseller will forward your queries through the appropriate channels to ensure a rapid response. If you are connected to the Internet, you can:
• download user documentation and firmware updates
• find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ database. Search by product, category, or phrases
• report problems to Axis support by logging in to your private support area
• visit Axis Support at www.axis.com/techsup/
AXIS 206 Network Camera Family - User’s Manual Revision 2.0 Part No: 23617 March 2005 Copyright© Axis Communications AB, 2004-2005
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Contents
About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Product Family Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
AXIS 206M - Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
AXIS 206W - Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Overview AXIS 206/206M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Overview AXIS 206W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Install the AXIS 206/206M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Set the IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
One-click Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
UPnP™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
AXIS IP Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Manual Installation with ARP/Ping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Install the AXIS 206W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Set up the wireless connection - Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Discover the IP address for the AXIS 206W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Set up the AXIS 206W on other operating systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Access the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Access From a Browser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Select the language and password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Access from the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Focusing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
The Live View Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Image and Layout Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Overview of the Setup tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Image Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Live View Config - Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Live View Config - HTML Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
System Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Date & Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Network - Basic TCP/IP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Network - Advanced TCP/IP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Wireless Settings (AXIS 206W only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
SMTP (email). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
UPnP™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
LED Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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About this manual

This user’s manual is valid for all camera models included in the AXIS 206 family of network cameras. All text in the manual applies to all models, except where otherwise indicated. Apart from their names, the AXIS 206 and the AXIS 206M are identical in appearance.

Product Family Features

The network cameras included in the AXIS 206 product family are:
• The AXIS 206 Network Camera
• The AXIS 206M Megapixel Network Camera
• The AXIS 206W Wireless Network Camera
All models share the following features:
• Live high-quality video over the network, with images provided as a real-time Motion JPEG stream. Multiple resolutions are available.
• Built-in Web server, providing full access to all features and setup tools, via a standard web browser. For advanced functionality, the camera can be accessed via the AXIS HTTP API (more info at www.axis.com/developer).
• Support for multiple viewers.
• NAT-Traversal, which allows a camera located on an intranet (LAN) to be made available from the other (WAN) side of a NAT router.
• Support for other languages. Simply select a language from the available options. The camera’s entire web interface is then displayed in the selected language.
• Upgradeable firmware.
• Support for UPnP™
UPnP™ is a certification mark of the UPnP™ Implementers Corporation.

AXIS 206M - Additional Features

The AXIS 206M Megapixel Network Camera has the following additional features:
• 6 different video resolutions available.
• Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024 pixels.
• HDTV (High Definition TV) format available (16:9 format, 1280x720 pixels).

AXIS 206W - Additional Features

The AXIS 206W Wireless Network Camera has the following additional features:
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• Built-in wireless module supporting the IEEE
802.11b standard, for access to wireless networks
• WPA-PSK and WEP (64 or 128-bit) encryption for secure communication between camera and network
• Multiple resolutions, up to 640x480 pixels (VGA format), with a frame rate of up to 30 frames per second in all resolutions.
AXIS 206W
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Overview AXIS 206/206M

Front
Focus ring
Status indicator (outer ring)
Lock ring
Network connector
Rear panel
Power connector
Serial number label
Power Cable clip
Network indicator
Control button
Power indicator
Power Connector - For connection of the PS-H or PS-L power adapter (included).
Network Connector - The AXIS 206/206M connects to the network via a standard RJ45
connector and automatically detects the speed of the local network segment (10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet).
Serial Number - This may be required during installation.
Control Button - Press this button to install using the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service
page 11) or to restore the factory default settings, as described on page 36.
(see

Overview AXIS 206W

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Network traffic indicator
Wireless module power indicator
Focus ring
Status indicator (outer ring)
Front
Wireless module
Serial number label
Mounting lock ring
Control button
USB connector
Rear panel
Wireless module
Power cable clip
Power indicator
Power connector
Power Connector - For connection of the PS-H or PS-L power adapter (included).
USB Connector - For connection of the supplied USB cable, used for the initial
configuration of the wireless network connection.
Serial Number - This may be required during installation.
Control Button - Press this button to install using the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service
(see
page 11) or to restore to the factory default settings, as described on page 36.
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LED Indicators

After completion of the startup and self test routines, the multi-colored Network, Status, and Power LED indicators flash as follows:
AXIS 206 & AXIS 206M
Amber Steady for connection to 10 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity.
Network
Status
Power
Green Steady for connection to 100 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity.
Red Flashes rapid red, together with the Status indicator, for hardware error.
Unlit No connection.
Green Shows steady green for normal operation. Can be configured to flash green at intervals
whenever the camera is accessed. See the online help for more information.
Unlit When configured for “no flash” on camera access.
Amber Shows steady amber during reset to factory default or when restoring settings.
Red Slow flash for failed upgrade (see Emergency Recovery Procedure, on page 40.)
Rapid flash, together with the Network indicator, for hardware error.
Green Normal operation.
Amber Flashes green/amber during firmware upgrade.
AXIS 206W
Network (power)
Network (traffic)
Status
Power
Note that the Network indicators LEDs (power and traffic) for the AXIS 206W are located on the front of the wireless module. Note also that these LEDs cannot be switched off.
Blue Steady blue when wireless module has power.
Amber Flashes for traffic on wireless network.
Unlit No network traffic.
Green Shows steady green for normal operation. Can be configured to flash green at intervals
whenever the camera is accessed. See the online help for more information.
Unlit When configured for “no flash” on camera access.
Amber Shows steady amber during reset to factory default or when restoring settings.
Red Please contact Axis support at www.axis.com/techsup
Green Normal operation.
Amber Flashes green/amber during firmware upgrade.

Mounting

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1. If required, use the 3 supplied screws to fix the base plate to
a flat surface.
2. To use the shorter stand, e.g. for wall mounting, unscrew the lock ring to release the camera, and remove the extension section.
3. Re-attach the camera, adjust the angle and gently tighten the lock ring.
Important!
The AXIS 206 (all models) is designed for indoor use only, and must always be positioned where it is not exposed to direct sunlight or strong halogen light, which can cause permanent damage to the camera’s image sensor. Damage as a result of exposure to strong light is not covered by the Axis warranty.
Wall mounting
Lock ring

Install the AXIS 206/206M

Follow the steps below to install the AXIS 206/206M on your local network (LAN). To install the AXIS 206W, please see
page 15.
1. Using the self-adhesive strip, attach the supplied cable clip to the rear panel.
2. Position and mount the camera as required - see above.
3. Connect the power adapter to the camera.
4. Fasten the power cable in the cable clip. This helps prevent accidental cable disconnection.
5. Connect the AXIS 206/206M to the network using a standard RJ-45 network cable.
6. Select a method for setting the IP address - see the following page.
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Set the IP address

The AXIS 206/206M is designed for installation on an Ethernet network. This involves assigning it an IP address, automatically (via e.g. DHCP) or manually. Several methods are available. The one to use depends on how your network is configured. If unsure of the method to use, please consult your network administrator, or see the network’s documentation.
• If you are using e.g. a home broadband router, you may find it convenient to view the router’s administration pages to discover which IP address has been assigned to your AXIS 206/206M. Please consult the router’s documentation for further information.
• If your network has an Internet connection (with no HTTP proxy) and uses a DHCP server to assign IP addresses, use the One-Click installation procedure. See
• If your network uses automatic IP addressing (DHCP) and your computer uses the UPnP service, the AXIS 206/206M will automatically be detected and displayed on your screen.
page 12 for more information.
See
•Use AXIS IP Utility (see page 13) to discover the IP address. This can also be used to set the IP addess manually.
• Set the IP address manually with the ARP/Ping method, as described on page 14.
• The default static IP address for the AXIS 206/206M is 192.168.0.90
page 11.
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One-click Installation

Requirements:
Computer on a LAN
The AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service
The One-click installation procedure uses the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service. This free service allows you to quickly and simply install your camera, which then receives a static name (DNS name). More information about the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service is available at www.axiscam.net
Please note that this procedure will send the AXIS 206’s IP address, firmware version, product type and serial number to the Axis Internet Dynamic DNS Service. No personal information is transferred.
To remove the DNS name and unregister from the Axis Internet Dynamic DNS Service, open the Setup pages in the AXIS 206, click System Options > Network > TCP/IP, click the Settings button for the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service and finally, click the Remove button.
AXIS 206/206M (AXIS 206W via wireless connection)
Broadband router/modem pro­viding automatic IP addressing
Internet
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Follow these instructions:
1. When the camera is connected to the power supply and the network, wait for the Status Indicator on the front of the camera to show a steady green.
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2. Now press the Control button on the rear of the camera once
. The Status indicator will
blink green while it connects to the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service.
3. Wait for the Status indicator to go back to showing a steady green.
4. To complete the installation, now visit www.axiscam.net from an Internet connected PC. This must be done within 60 minutes of pressing the Control button.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service. You will need your product’s serial number (see the label on the rear panel) to complete the installation.
6. Please see page 17 for instructions on how to set the password.

UPnP™

UPnP functionality is enabled by default in the AXIS 206. If also enabled on your computer
(Windows ME or XP), the camera will automatically be detected and a new icon will be added to “My Network Places.” Click this icon to access the camera. See instructions on how to set the password.
Notes:
•To install the UPnP service on your computer, open the Control Panel from the Start Menu and select Add/Remove Programs. Select Add/Remove Windows Components and open the Net­working Services section. Click Details and then select UPnP as the service to add.
•Once the AXIS 206 is accessible from your computer, it is then possible to use the One-click installation method to provide the camera with a DNS name.
page 19 for
UPnP™ is a certification mark of the UPnP™ Implementers Corporation.
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AXIS IP Utility

AXIS IP Utility 2.0 is a free Windows application that discovers and displays Axis devices
on your network. The
Requirements:
Computer on a LAN
AXIS 206/206M (AXIS 206W via wireless connection)
Hub/Switch
application can also be used to manually set a static IP address. AXIS IP Utility 2.0 is available on the CD supplied with the AXIS 206. Updated versions of AXIS IP Utility may be available at www.axis.com
Automatic discovery
1. When connected to the power supply and the network, wait for the Status Indicator on the front of the camera to show a steady green.
2. Insert the CD into your computer’s CD drive.
3. Start AXIS IP Utility. When the AXIS 206 appears in the window, double-click it to open its home page. If the camera is not accessible, this might be because its IP address is not valid on that network. Right-click on the camera to set the IP address manually.
Set the IP address manually
1. If the AXIS 206 does not appear in the window at all, click the Refresh button to try again. If the camera still does not appear, you can set the IP address manually. Acquire an unused IP address on the same subnet as your computer.
2. Click the button “Set IP address using serial number” and enter the serial number (see page 10) and IP address for the AXIS 206. Follow the on
Note:
After using AXIS IP Utility, the AXIS 206 can be assigned a DNS name by using the AXIS Dynamic DNS Service. See page 11.
-screen instructions.
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Manual Installation with ARP/Ping

1. Acquire an unused IP address for the AXIS 206/206M. This IP address must be on the same subnet as your computer.
2. Locate the serial number (S/N) on the label on the camera’s rear panel.
3. From a computer on your network, open a Command Prompt (in Windows: from the Start menu, select Run... and type cmd in the field. Click OK).
4. As appropriate for your operating system, enter the following commands:
Windows syntax: Windows example:
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arp -s <IP Address> <Serial Number> ping -l 408 -t <IP Address>
UNIX/Linux/Mac syntax: UNIX/Linux/Mac example:
arp -s <IP Address> <Serial Number> temp ping -s 408 <IP Address>
arp -s 192.168.0.125 00-40-8c-18-10-00 ping -l 408 -t 192.168.0.125
arp -s 192.168.0.125 00:40:8c:18:10:00 temp ping -s 408 192.168.0.125
5. Check that the network cable is connected (or that the wireless connection is functioning). Start/restart the camera by disconnecting and reconnecting the power cable.
6. Close the Command prompt when you see ‘Reply from 192.168.0.125: ...’
7. The IP address has been set when the Power indicator is permanently lit and the Network indicator flashes intermittently.
8. Start your browser, enter the IP address of the camera in the Location/Address field and press Enter on your keyboard. See below for instructions on how to set the password.
Note:
After installation, the AXIS 206 can be assigned a DNS name by using the AXIS Dynamic DNS Service. See page 11.
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