Axis Communications 2401 User Manual
Administration Manual
AXIS 2400/01 Video Server
Professional Surveillance and Monitoring over TCP/IP
Includes support for AXIS 2191 Audio Module
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About This Document
This manual is intended for both administrators and users
of the AXIS 2400/2401 Video Server, and is applicable for
software release 2.31. It includes simple step-by-step
instructions for configuring, managing and using the
AXIS 2400/240 1 Video Server on your network.
Previous experience of networking will be of use to the
reader when installing and using this product. Some
knowledge of UNIX or Linux-based systems would also be
beneficial, for developing custom PHP-based
programming scripts and applications.
Readers should use this document as a supplement to the
Wizards and other on-line information available via the
Web-based inter fac e. La ter versi ons of th is docum ent w ill
be posted to the Axis Website, as required.
Safety Notices
Please observe all safety markings when using this
product.
Caution! - Potential hazard that can damage the product.
Important! - Potential hazard that can seriously impair
operation.
Do not proceed beyond any of the above notices until you
have fully understood the implications.
Legal Considerations
Camera surveillance can be prohibited by laws that vary
from country to country. Check the laws in your local
region before using the AXIS 2400/2401 for surveillance.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
USA - This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
interferenc e to radio com munications. It has been t ested
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 t o cause interferenc e, in which case the user
at his/her own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required t o correct the interference.
Shielded cables should be used with this unit to ensure
compliance with the Class A limits.
Europe - This digital equipment fulfills the
requirements for radiated emission according to limit B of
EN55022/1994, and the requirements for immunity
according to EN50082-1/1992 residential, commercial,
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AXIS 2400/2401 Administration M a nu al
Revision 2.11
Part No: 19097
Dated: April 2002
Copyright © Axis Communications AB,
1996 - 2002
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Table Of Contents
Product Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
AXIS 2400 Front Panel ..................................................6
AXIS 2401 Front Panel ..................................................7
AXIS 2400/2401 Rear Panel ..............................................8
Hardware Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing on a Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Verifying and Completing the Installation From Your Browser ..................10
Installing via the Null Modem Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Step A - Connecting Your Computer Using the Null Modem Cable ...............11
Step B - Creating a Dial-Up Networking Connection ..........................12
Verifying the Modem Connection and Completing the Installation ...............13
Configuring the Video Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
The Administration Tools ...............................................14
Designing your Application .............................................17
General Server Settings ................................................18
Network Settings ....................................................20
Dynamic IP Address Notification Settings ..................................21
Video Settings .......................................................22
Serial Port Settings ...................................................24
Pan Tilt Settings .....................................................26
Modem Settings .....................................................26
Reinstating the Factory Default Settings ...................................27
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Using the Video Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Accessing your Surveillance Images .......................................28
Positional Control of the Video Sources ....................................30
The AXIS 2191 Audio Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Installing the Audio Module ............................................33
Configuring the Audio Module ..........................................34
Using the Audio Module with Your Video Server .............................35
Appendix A - Other IP Setup Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Notes for Macintosh Users .............................................38
Using the AXIS IP Installer ..............................................39
Appendix B - Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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PINGing Your IP Address ...............................................41
Appendix C - Updating the Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Obtaining Updated firmware ............................................44
Updating the firmware .................................................44
Appendix D - Customizing The Video Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Modifying the File System ..............................................45
Configuring using FTP .................................................45
Custom Web Pages ...................................................46
Appendix E - Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Appendix F - The RS-232 Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Physical Connector ...................................................51
Connecting Pan/Tilt Devices .............................................52
Appendix G - The I/O Terminal Block. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Controlling and Monitoring .............................................55
Produktbeschreibung und Installationsanleitung
Produktbeschreibung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
AXIS 2400 Bedienfeld, Ansicht von vorne ..................................57
AXIS 2401 Bedienfeld, Ansicht von vorne ..................................58
AXIS 2400/2401 Bedienfeld, Ansicht der Rückseite ...........................59
Lieferumfang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Installation im Netzwerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Überprüfen und Abschließen der Installation von Ihrem Browser aus .............61
Installation über Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Schritt A - Anschließen Ihres Computers über das Null-Modemkabel .............62
Schritt B - Erstellen einer DFÜ-Netzwerkverbindung ..........................63
Überprüfen der Modemverbindung und Abschliesen der Installation ..............64
Werkseitige Standardeinstellungen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Decsription du Produit et Guide d’Installation
Description du produit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Panneau avant du serveur AXIS 2400 .....................................66
Panneau avant du serveur AXIS 2401 .....................................67
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Panneau arrière du serveur AXIS 2400/2401 ................................68
Liste du matériel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Installation sur un réseau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Vérification et fin d’installation à partir de votre navigateur ....................70
Installation à l’aide d’un modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Etape A - Connexion à l’aide du câble "Null Modem" .........................72
Etape B - Création d’une connexion d’accès réseau à distance ..................73
Vérification et fin d’installation de la connexion modem .......................74
Des paramètres d’usine par défaut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Descripción del producto y Guía de instalación
Descripción del producto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
AXIS 2400 Panel frontal ...............................................76
AXIS 2401 Panel frontal ...............................................77
AXIS 2400/2401 Panel posterior .........................................78
Inventario de hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
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Instalar en una red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Verificando y completando la instalación desde su buscador web ...............80
Instalar a partir de un módem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Paso A - Conectar su ordenador usando el Cable de módem nulo ................82
Paso B - Crear un acceso telefónico a redes ................................83
Verificar la conexión de módem y completar la instalación .....................84
Incluir los parámetros por defecto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
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Product Description
Read the following information to familiarize yourself with the AXIS 2400/2401, making
particular note of where the connectors and indicators are located.
AXIS 2400 Front Panel
Status Indicator
The multi-colored status indicator shows
the operational status of the server, as
described below:
• green - the indicator flashes briefly
and momentarily displays orange
during the start-up and self-test
routines; the indicator then displays
green to indicate a healthy unit status.
• red - the indicator will display red
only if a problem with the AXIS
2400 has occurred
• orange - flashes orange when resetting the factory default settings.
AXIS 2400 Video Server
STATUS
NETWORK
Power Indicator
The Power indicator is normally lit while
power is applied. If it is not lit, or it
flashes, there is a problem with the AXIS
2400 external power source.
Network Indicator
After completion of the startup
and self test routines, the
multi-colored Network Indicator
flashes independently, as follows:
• yellow - indicating network activity on a 10Mbps
Ethernet network
• green - indicating network
activity on a 100Mbps Fast
Ethernet network
• red - indicating no physical
connection to the network.
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4
POWER
1 2 3 4
75 ON
Control Button
This button is recessed within the product casing. Using a suitably pointed object, press this
button to restore the factory default settings,
as described in Network Settings, on page 20.
DIP Switches
A corresponding line termination
switch for each of the supported
video outputs. All units are
shipped with the line termination
enabled for each supported video
input; that is, with the DIP
switches set in the down-position.
If the AXIS 2400 is to be connected in parallel with other
equipment, disable the input termination by turning the corresponding DIP switch to the
up-position (OFF). Failure to do
this can cause the picture quality
to be impaired.
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Serial Number
Located on the underside label of the AXIS
2400, the serial number is identical to the
Ethernet address of the unit.
Video Inputs
Accommodates up to 4 separate video sources
(VIDEO 1- VIDEO 4) simultaneously.
Each supported video input is terminated using a
coax/BNC connector. Physical connections made
using RG59, 75 Ohm coax video cable; have a recommended maximum length of 800 feet (250
meters).
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AXIS 2401 Front Panel
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Status Indicator
The multi-colored status indicator
defines the operational status of the
server, as described below:
• green - the indicator flashes briefly
and momentarily displays orange
during the start-up and self-test
routines; the indicator then displays
green to indicate a healthy unit status.
• red - the indicator will display red
only if a problem with the AXIS
2401 has occurred
• orange - flashes orange when resetting the factory default settings.
Network Indicator
After completion of the startup
and self test routines, the
multi-colored Network Indicator flashes independently, as
follows:
• yellow - indicating network
activity on a 10Mbps
Ethernet network
• green - indicating network
activity on a 100Mbps Fast
Ethernet network
• red - indicating no physical
connection to the network.
DIP Switc h
A single line termination for the
supported video output. Units are
shipped with the line termination
enabled; that is, with the DIP
switch set in the down-position.
If the AXIS 2401 is to be connected in parallel with other
equipment, disable the input termination by turning the corresponding DIP switch to the
up-position (OFF). Failure to do so
can cause the picture quality to
be impaired.
Power Indicator
The Power indicator is normally lit while
power is applied. If it is not lit, or it
flashes, there is a problem with the AXIS
2401 external power source.
Video Input
Coaxial BNC connector supporting a single video source. The
physical connection is made using
RG59, 75 Ohm co ax video cab le;
with a recommended maximum
length of 800 feet (250 meters).
Control Button
This button is recessed
within the product casing.
Using a suitably pointed
object, press this button to
restore the factory default
settings. For further information, refer to Network
Settings, on page 20.
Serial Number
Located on the underside label of the AXIS
2401, the serial number is identical to the
Ethernet address of the unit.
Video Output
A single video
loopthrough (VIDEO
OUT) connected in
parallel with VIDEO IN
and terminated with a
coax/BNC connector.
Allows dire ct connection of an external
monitor. Set dipswitch
to OFF when in use.
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AXIS 2400/2401 Rear Panel
Power Supply Connector
A single Jack socket (PS-D) for
connection of the AXIS 2400/2401
power supply. The terminal block
connector provides an auxiliary
connection point for AC or DC
power to the unit.
POWER
PS-D
RS-232 Serial Connectors
Two 9-pin D-sub connectors providing RS-232 serial connection. Typically used for Pan/Tilt device interface. COM1
is multiplexed with the RS-485 port via the Terminal
Block Connector. COM2 can also be used for connecting a
modem or the AXIS 2191 Audio Module.
COM 1
I/O Terminal Block
The I/O Terminal Block connector is located between the two serial ports on the
rear panel and provides the physical interface to one relay switch output, four
digital photo-coupled inputs, and an RS-485 interface. Use this connector for
transmitting data over multi-drop communication lines, RS-485 Pan Tilt devices,
and external triggering - typically associated with CCTV equipment. The connector
can be utilized as an alternative connection point for DC supply to the unit.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
COM 2
9 10111213141516
Network Connector
The AXIS 2400/2401 is designed for 10 Mbps Ethernet and
100 Mbps Fast Ethernet networks and connects to the network via a standard RJ45 connector. Supporting NWAY,
the AXIS 2400/2401 detects the speed of the local network segment and varies the speed of data communication
accordingly (between 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps).
ETHERNET
10/100
Note: The power supply for your AXIS 2400/2401 is country-specific. Please check that the type you
are using is correct. See below.
Hardware Inventory
Check the items supplied with your AXIS 2400/2401 against the following list:
Item Title/Variants Part Numbers Item Title/Variants Part Numbers
Video Server AXIS 2400 0092-001-02 Power Supply
AXIS 2401 (NTSC) 0103-011-02 UK 14234
AXIS 2401 (PAL) 0103-001-02 Australia 14255
Null Modem Cable - 16954 USA 14253
Warranty Document 18640 Japan 14254
Disk Media AXIS Network
Camera CD v2.0 (or
later)
- This Docu-
(PS-D)
ment
Europe 14233
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AXIS 2400/2401 Admin Manual Installing on a Network
Installing on a Network
• Quick installation - Follow the instructions below to quickly install on an Ethernet network.
• Easy installation - See Using the AXIS IP Installer, on page 39.
• Macintosh users - Please refer to Notes for Macintosh Users, on page 38.
❶Connect the video output of your camera(s) to the AXIS 2400/2401
video port(s) using standard 75 Ohm coaxial video cable, terminated
with a BNC-connector. (Use a BNC-to-RCA converter if your camera is
supplied with a standard phono-type (RCA) connector.)
❷Note the Serial number on the
underside of the unit. You need to
know this to set the IP address.
Serial number same as
Ethernet number; e.g.
00408c100086 =
00-40-8c-10-00-86
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Using an appropriate method for your operating system, assign your product with a unique IP
❸
address from a computer on your network, as follows:
Windows only - Start a DOS window and type these c ommands:
Syntax:
arp -s <Server IP address> <Ethernet address> <my PC IP address>
ping -t <Server IP address>
Example:
arp -s 172.21.1.200 00-40-8c-10-00-86 172.21.1.193
ping -t 172.21.1.200
UNIX only - Type this in your command line:
Syntax:
arp -s <IP address> <Ethernet address> temp
ping <IP address>
Example:
arp -s 172.21.1.200 00:40:8c:10:00:86 temp
ping 172.21.1.200
Note: In some Unix systems, the arp command can be located in a directory that is not on the
command path.
You will now see ‘Request timed out...’ messages repeatedly returned in the window.
❹Connect an Ethernet cable to the AXIS
2400/2401 and attach it to the network.
Network connector
RJ-45 connector
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Power Supply
❺Connect the power supply to the unit and connect
it to your main power supply.
Connector
❻Approximately 10-15 seconds after connecting
the power supply, the message ‘Reply from
172.21.1.200...’ - or similar, is returned
within the window. Ensure that the Power Indicator is permanently lit and that the Network Indicator flashes intermittently.
❼Exit ping. The installation is now complete, and you are ready to
access the AXIS 2400/2401 from your browser, as described in the
next section.
Network Indicator
Power Indicator
Verifying and Completing the Installation From Your Browser
❶Start your browser and enter the IP address of the
AXIS 2400/2401 in the location/address field.
❷Click the Installation Wizard. The wizard guides
you through the remaining installation procedures.
Important!
• Upon delivery, the AXIS 2400/01 is confi g ur ed for open access (anonymous users). The unit is sup-
plied with one pre-configured Administrator username and password, set to root and pass, respectively. The Administrator password must be changed immediately to prevent unauthorized access to
the Admin Tools and/or product images, as defined in the Security Settings.
• To enable the updating of images in Microsoft Internet Explorer, set your browser to allow ActiveX
controls and perform a once-only installation of Axis' ActiveX component onto your workstation. If
your working environment restricts or prohibits the downloading of additional software components,
you can alternatively, from the Image Settings, configure your AXIS 2400/01to use a Java applet for
updating the images. Refer to the online Help for more information.
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Installing via the Null Modem Cable
This section describes how to install the AXIS 2400/01 using the null modem cable. For information
on how to configure the unit for modem operation, please see
Important!
• Although instructions for installing the AXIS 2400/2401 using a null modem cable are provided below, it is
recommended that, wherever possible, the unit is initially installed and configured over a network.
• The information and examples featured here are specific to Windows 2000, but the process is similar in
other versions of Windows. Refer to your system information for further information on creating a Dial-Up
Networking connection if you are using any other operating system.
• Windows Dial-Up Networking and TCP/IP must be correctly installed prior to commencing with the
modem cable connection. Detailed information on how to check this is provided in Windows Help.
Step A - Connecting Your Computer Using the Null Modem Cable
Modem Settings,
on page 26.
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❶Connect the supplied Null modem cable
between the COM-2 Serial Connector on
the AXIS 2400/01 and the COM-port on
your computer.
on the front panel and check that the
Power Indicator lights up.
❷Press the Power button
❺Check the box: Don’t detect my modem,
I will select it from a list. Click Next>.
❽A standard 28800 modem connection
is now available for the AXIS 2400/01.
Click Finish to complete the installation.
❸From the Start menu, open the
Control Panel and click Phone and
Modem Options. Select Modems.
❹If a Standard Modem is already set up, you
should proceed directly to the next page. If no
modem is installed, click Add and go to step 5.
❻Select the Standard 28800
modem from the displayed list
of modems. Click Next>.
❼Select the serial port to which your
AXIS 2400/01 is now connected via the
Null Modem cable. Click Next>.
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Step B - Creating a Dial-Up Networking Connection
Follow the steps below to create a Dial-Up networking co nnecti on to the AXIS 2400/240 1:
❶Click the Start button, Settings, Network
and Dial-up Connections, and fin a ll y , Make
New Connection. Click Next> when the
Wizard starts.
❷Set the type of connection as
Dial-up to Private Network. Click
Next.
❸A telephone number is requested
in this dialog, but as it won’t actually
be used, simply enter any dummy
number. Click Next>.
❹Provide the connection with a
name (Axis in our example) and
then click Finish.
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❻Select the installed modem and
click Configure.
❺After clicking Finish in the Network
Connection Wizard, the Dial-up dialog
opens. Click Properties.
❼Set the Maximum Speed to 115200
bps. Click OK twice to get back to the
dial-up dialog.
❽Finally, enter the default User
name Root and the password
pass. Click Dial.
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Verifying the Modem Connection and Completing the Installation
Having initiated your dial-up connection, as described above, you can quickly test it by
accessing the AXIS 2400/2401 from a browser (Netscape 4.x or Internet Explorer 4.x/5.x)
as follows:
❶Since the AXIS 2400/2401 emulates a DNS
server, you can type in any URL (containing a
period) in the Location/Site field of your
browser, as shown here.
❷Click the Installation Wizard. The wizard guides
you through the remaining installation procedures.
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Configuring the Video Server
After deciding on the application you wish to develop and having installed your AXIS
2400/2401, the unit is now eit he r connec ted di re ctl y to a lo cal area netwo r k, or co nnecte d
to a local PC using the supplied Null Modem Cable.
This section describes how to configure the AXIS 2400/2401 and is intended specifically
for product Administrators – who normally have high-level privileges denied to ordinary
users.
The AXIS 2400/2401 is configured from a standard browser (Netscape Navigator 4.x or
Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x/5.x), by using the Administration Tools.
Important!
To access the AXIS 2400/2401 configuration pages, you must first set the IP address, as described in
Installing on a Network, on page 9.
The Administration Tools
The Web-based Administration tools are displayed in an intuitive graphical user interface
that allows simple point-and-click system configuration. How to access and use the tools is
explained in the following pages.
Tip! On-line help is available on every page of the AXIS 2400/2401Web interface.
This information is of particular relevance when configuring the unit and should be used as a
first point of reference for resolving any administra tio n quer ies . The help system is stored
internally in the unit.
Accessing the Tools
Follow the instructions below to access the Administration Tools from a browser:
1. Start the browser and enter the name or IP address of the AXIS 2400/2401 in the
location/address field.
Example!
http://172.21.1.200/
2. The Application page is now displayed. Click the Admin button to display the
Administration Overview page and the Administration Tools.
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3. The various components of the video server are shown as icons on the page. Simply
click the desired component and configure it directly from here.
Important!
• If this is the first time you have accessed the AXIS 2400/2401, the Welcome page will be now be displayed. Click the button for the Installation Wizard and configure yo ur a p p l ic a tion.
• To enable the updating of images in Microsoft Internet Explorer, set your browser to allow ActiveX
controls and perform a once-only installation of Axis' ActiveX component onto your workstation. If
your workstation restricts the downloading of additional software components, you can al ternatively
configure your AXIS 2400/2401 to use a Java applet for updating the images.
• Administrators can choose not
user interface. Selecting this feature ultimately means that the Administration tools can then only be
accessed by entering the full Admin address into the browser’s URL field; for example:
http://172.21.1.200/admin/.
to display the Administration and other navigational buttons from the
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Admin Tools - Overview
The Administration Tools provide access to the following tools and parameters:
Installation Wizard
Application Wizard
General
Network
Video
(with or without
Pan/Tilt)
Sets all of the parameters required for securely vie wing images d irectly in a brows er;
including: TCP/IP (Network), SMTP (e-mail), Date/Time, and System Security settings.
Use the Application Wizard for developing the following applications:
• transmitting images to a remote server on your network
• sending e-mails with embedded images, or links to recorded video streams
• developing alarm or time-based image applications
Date and Time
Security
Layout
Specify the system settings for the supported networking protocols, including:
TCP/IP (Network settings), DNS (Domain Name System Settings) and SMTP (E-Mail
Settings). Also provides access to the settings for Dynamic IP Address Notification
Driver Specific
Settings
Image
Choose your default viewer and personal settings.
These 4 buttons show various
product information.
Set server parameters to factory default.
Restart the AXIS 2400/2401.
Refine the Driver Specific Settings. (Only
visible if the video source is connected
to a pan tilt device).
Set the image features; such as: displaying text, clock, color, Black & White etc.
Set the system date & tim e,
manually or automatically.
Define the user name and password
for administratrors and users.
COM Port
Modem
Audio
Pan Tilt
Video
Input/Modulation
Preset Positions
Define the type of modem you want to use
and specify the flow control, initialization
string and other settings. (COM2 only).
Use and configure the AXIS 2191 Audio Module (COM2 only). See also Installin g the Audio
Module, on page 33.
Select a pan tilt device. Note: This icon is displayed under a Serial Port icon only if the purpose of the serial port is defined as Pan Tilt.
Define the video transmission standard,
automatically or manually.
Create and recall Pan Tilt and Zoom preset conditions (only visible if the video
source is connected to a pan tilt device).
Configure the connection to your ISP and edit
PPP-scripts.
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Designing your Application
Using the Wizards
Click the Admin Overview button and use the Wizards (explained below) to quickly
establish the parameters necessary for an application:
Wizard Type Parameters / Options Description
❶Installation Wizard
Sets all of the parameters
required for securely
viewing images directly in a
browser.
Users Define or edit the Administrator password (the Administrator user name is
permanently set to root, and the default password is set to pass), or define,
add and delete user names and passwords.
TCP/IP Specify the IP Address for your AXIS 2400/2401. If you intend to use DNS
names, specify the Domain Name and the IP-addresses for the primary and
secondary DNS servers. You may also optionally specify a Host Name for
the AXIS 2400/2401. There is also an option for restricting the network
bandwidth usage and for selecting the appropriate media.
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❷Application Wizard
Use this wizard to develop
applications for:
• transmitting images to
a remote server on your
network
• sending e-mails with
embedded images or
links to recorded video
streams, and/or developing alarm or
time-based image
applications
Date and Time Synchronize the internal clock of the AXIS 2400/2401. This can be done
Image Settings Choose monochrome or color images, and define the quality of the images.
Video Modulation Detection of the type of video modulation used.
Video Sources
Upload
Alarms, buffers,
and destination
manually or automatically, from an NTP server or your computer clock.
There is also an option that automatically adjusts the time for daylight
saving.
Remember: the higher the quality of the images - the greater the file sizes
and the network bandwidth requirements.
Specify the video sources to which the settings made in the wizard will
apply. Proceed to define how and when your images will be transmitted,
by choosing to either:
• upload images continuously, or
• upload images only when an alarm event occurs.
Depending upon the choice of application made above, continue with the
wizard to define:
• digital input alarm conditioning
• pre- and post-alarm buffer settings
• the network protocol to use for upload
• SMTP settings and the e-mail recipient (if appropriate)
• FTP path name and security settings (if used)
Refer to the appropriate settings page for full details on each of the above
parameters.
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Tip!
Having used the Wizards for initially configuring your application, refer to the on-line Help and use the
Administration Tools for refining the application to meet your specific requirements.
General Server Settings
Click the Video Server icon to display and/or edit the following settings:
Date and Time
Click the Da te and Time icon to set the date and time, automatically, or manually.
Automatic setting of the date and time requires you to either synchronize the time with
that on your computer or, alternatively, to provide the IP address of an NTP server. To
automatically adjust the time to reflect changes made by daylight saving, check the box
provided. Click Save to register the settings with the Video Server.
Security
To prevent unauthorized use of the Video Server, access is password-protected and
restricted to defined Users and Administrators only. Administrators have unrestricted
access to the Administration Tools and can determine the registration of all other users.
As an Administrator, click the Security icon to either:
• de fi ne or edit t he Administrator password (the Administrator user name is permanently set to
root, with the default password set to pass)
• configure, add or delete user names and passwords
Important!
Upon delivery, the AXIS 2400/2401 is configured for open access (anonymous users), with one
pre-configured Administrator user name and password, set to root and pass, respectively. The Administrator password should always be changed
product images. Furthermore, all Axis products are supplied with these defaults.
By default, the AXIS 2400/2401 supports anonymous user access, which means that
anybody on the Internet/intranet has access to the video images and Admin Tools from a
browser. Entering at least one user name and password for an authorized user in the
Security page will disable anonymous access, and thereafter only allow defined users. If
the anonymous user service is satisfactory for your application, do not add any users. The
Administrator password should, however, still be changed.
, to prevent unauthorized access to the Admin Tools and/or
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Layout Settings
Using the Layout settings, you can define your default viewer and enable a wide range of
personal features for inclusion on the product’s Home Page .
Default viewer for Internet Explorer
To enable the updating of images in Microsoft Internet Explorer, you must set your
browser to allow ActiveX controls and perform a once-only installation of the Axis
ActiveX compone n t ont o your work s ta tion. If yo ur com pute r res tric ts the down lo ad ing of
additional software components, you can instead configure your AXIS 2400/2401 to use a
Java applet for updating the image s. Click the approp riate button fo r your ch oice and then
click OK.
Personal Settings
Many of the features on the Home page can be customized. For example, you can quickly
change the background color and include your corporate logo by clicking the appropriate
radio buttons and providing the appropriate URL for any given object.
Refer to the on-line help for more information on personal settings.
Caution!
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Unchecking the Show Admin box removes the Admin button from the product Home Page, and effectively means that the Administration Tools can then only be accessed by en tering the full Admin addres s
into the browser’s URL-field; for example: http://172.21.1.200/admin/.
View Parameter List
The Parameter List provi des a comprehensive list of all of the system parameters and their
current settings. Click View Parameter List to display the list.
View Log File
System messages are recor ded in a single log file and stored in product memory.
Consequently, the file can be u sed for exami ni ng sy ste m event s. Th e lo g f ile al so ser v es as
a useful diagnostic tool when attempting to resolve any problem that might occur. See also
Troubleshooting, on page 40.
To display the latest server messages since the last Restart of the system, click the View
Log File button.
View Server Report
This button shows important information about the server status and settings.
View Release Notes
This button opens a window showing the release notes for the installed firmware.
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Emergency Actions
In certain circumstances it may become necessary to perform a Restart of the AXIS
2400/2401, or to return it to its Factory Default settings. Both of these actions can be
performed by clic king the appropriate button on this page. Please see Reinstating the
Factory Default Settings, on page 27, for details of how to reset to the factory default.
Network Settings
Click the Network icon to display, edit and refine the settings for:
• TCP/IP - used by the Video Server for transmitting data over the network.
• DNS (Domain Name System) - the Internet service used by the product for translating
domain names into IP addresses.
• SMT P (E-m ail) - this is the pr otocol for sendin g e-mail messages between mail ser vers on th e
network.
• Miscellaneous - set the network media and to restrict the bandwidth used by the product.
Configure the Network Settings with reference to the on-line help and the table below:
TCP/IP Parameters Description
DHCP Enable DHCP to allow centralized assignation of IP addresses. Requires a DHCP server on the network.
BOOTP Enable the BOOTP protocol for setting the IP address automatically. For further information on using
BOOTP, see Other IP Setup Methods, on page 38. If you intend to use the AXIS IP Installer, BOOTP must
enabled.
IP address Specifies the unique 32-bit IP address of your unit.
Default Router Spe cifies the network router your video server will use.
Subnet Mask If unsure what value to use, contact your system administrator.
Host Name If you are using a DNS server on your network (see below), this is usually the same as the assigned DNS
Name.
DNS Paramet e rs Descript ion
Domain Name Enter the name of the domain your AXIS 2400/2401 belongs to.
Primary DNS Defines the IP address of the primary DNS server. This is used for identifying a computer by name instead
of IP address.
Secondary DNS The IP address of the secondary DNS server. This will be used if the primary DNS server is unavailable.
SMTP Parameters Description
Primary Mail Server Defines the server that provides your mail facilities.
Secondary Mail Server Defines a secondary server that can provide mail facilities in the event of the primary server being
unavailable.
Return Address The reply address for e-mails sent by the AXIS 2400/2401; that is, the name that will appear in the ‘From’
field of the dispatched e-mail.
Miscellaneous Description
Select Media This does not normally need to be changed, but if you have specific needs - due to the use of network
switches or similar equipment, select the type of network media here.
Max Bandwidth With the default set to unlimited, this parameter defines a restriction on the network bandwidth used by
the video server; particularly useful for a connection to a busy network.
HTTP Port Number This does not normally need to be changed, but may be, if you have particular requirements.
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DHCP
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configurat ion Protocol ) is a proto col that lets network adminis trators
centrally manage and automate the assignment of IP addresses in an organization's
network.
Important!
DHCP should only be enabled if you know which IP address the AXIS 2400/2401 will get from the DHCP
server, or if your version of DHCP can update a DNS server, which then allows you to access the AXIS
2400/2401 by name. If DHCP is enabl ed and you cannot access the unit, you may have to reset it to the
factory default settings (see page 27) and then perform the installation again (see page 9).
Dynamic IP Address Notification Settings
When the IP address changes by means beyond your control, such as by DHCP or PPP, you
can choose to be notified of the change via HTTP, FTP or SMTP. Click the icon to display,
edit and refine the settings for address notification.
Referring to the on-line help and the table below, configure the dynamic IP address
notification settings.
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Parameter Description
HTTP Enabling HTTP means the server will send an HTTP GET request to the specified URL. This can then easily
be taken care of by a designated cgi-script, which registers the request by some means. Custom
parameters can be used by entering them in the field provided. The fields User Name and Password,
(located directly below the field for Custom Parameters) should be used if the script is password
protected. If you need to pass a proxy server to connect to the URL for the host, provide your user
information in the relevant fields. See also the On-line help for more information.
SMTP Enabling SMTP will send an e-mail notification of any change in IP address. Enter the recipient’s address
FTP Saves a notification file on an FTP server. Provide the connection details for the server and your user name
TXT Field Specify your own text to include in the notification.
and a sender’s address, as well as any text you want to appear in the subject of the e-mail. Note that you
must configure the mail server under Network Settings. See also the On-line help for more information.
and password. If there is a firewall between the server and the FTP server, it is recommended that Passive
Mode is enabled. There are 3 levels of TXT Type to choose from; Short - the IP address only; Extended multi-line file; and HTML - contains the same information as Extended, but includes HTML tags. See also
the On-line help for more information.
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Video Settings
Each Video icon in the graphic display represents a supported video input to the AXIS
2400/2401. A video source that is not enabled will be indicated by the Disabled icon;
whereas a cross (x) visible to the left of the icon means that the input is enabled, but the
associated video signal is not present on the input. Click a video icon to configure that
camera/source.
Enabling and Disabling - Checking the Video enabled box enables or disables the respective
video port. Disabling the source will disable the Video icon in the application page.
Pan Tilt Serial Port - From the drop-down list, choose the serial port that will control the
respective video source. The devices displayed in the drop-down list correspond to the
defined Purpose of the port and se lec ted d evi ce fo r each port. Please see the Axis Web site
at www.axis.com for a list of currently supported devices. Selecting a COM-port that has
been configured for pan tilt will reveal a button that opens the dialog for making Driver
Specific Settings.
Important!
The port must be defined as a Pan Tilt port before you can select it for controlling the video source.
Image Settings
Click the Image Settings button to set the image features for the video source(s).
As the AXIS 2400 supports up to four video inputs, you can choose to implement your
preferred settings generically - that is, for all connected video sources, or specifically -
limiting your settings to the selected video source.
From the Apply settings to drop-down list, select whether your settings are to be applied
specifically or generically; that is, to Video X (1,2,3 or 4) or to All Videos.
With reference to the table below, configure the image settings to your requirements
Header Description
Date & time Check to enable time display in the selected video source(s).
Text Enable or disable the display of a text string in the selected video image. Type the text
string that you want to display in the adjacent field.
Image
Color Display Color or Black and White video images.
Resolution Set the required resolution for your images.
Compression Determines the compression factor (0-100) for the selected video source. Lower
compression optimizes picture quality, but generates larger image file sizes, requiring
greater network bandwidth and storage space.
Offset Adjust ments
XOffset, YOffset Enter values in these fields to change the horizontal and vertical synchronization for the
image(s). This can be used to eliminate any black border surrounding the image.
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Notes: •Image control can also be achieved directly using CGI parameters in the image URL.
•Using CGI parameters embedded in a URL request will temporarily override any parameters
defined in the Image Settings dialog. For detailed CGI information, refer to the Axis Camera API,
HTTP - Interface Specification, available from our website at www.axis.com
Input Modulation
Click the Input Modulation button to set the modulation standard for your
camera/video source.
Important!
The AXIS 2400/2401 supports the two most popular video standards - NTSC and PAL.
NTSC delivers 525 lines of resolution at 60 half-frames per second and is the common standard in the
United States; whereas PAL delivers 625 lines at 50 half-frames per second and is the dominant video
standard in Europe.
The AXIS 2400 supports NTSC, PAL and their derived modulation standards; whereas the AXIS 2401 is
supplied as either an NTSC or PAL-specific unit.
Automatic Detect-and-Store
Click the Vide o In put Modulation button from the Video Settings page and then click
Start to automaticall y de tect a nd stor e an appr o pri ate modulation stand ard for yo ur vi de o
input(s).
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Clicking Save regist e rs the sett ing s wit h the AXIS 2400/240 1.
Manual Selection (AXIS 2400 only)
From the Video Settings page, click the Video Input/Modulation button and select a
specific modulation type from the drop-down list, as detailed below:
• PAL BGHI/NTSC M:
• NTSC 4.43, 50Hz / PAL 4.43, 60Hz
• PAL N/NTSC 4.43, 60Hz
• NTSC N/PAL M
• SECAM / PAL 4.43, 60Hz
Clicking Save registers the settings with the AXIS 2400. If you are unsure which
modulation type you should use, check the documentation that came with your camera.
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Preset Positions
To enable quick and accurate camera PTZ positioning to known camera hotspots, the
Administrator can control and record any camera orientation as a named entity - creating
up to twenty Preset Positions that can be used at any time.
Defining Preset Positions
The camera orientation for the selected video source is controlled by Pan Tilt and Zoom
control bars. Follow the instructions below to define a preset position:
1. Click the Preset Position button. An image from the selected source (at its current
position) is displayed in a new window.
2. By clicking in the image or by using the Pan Tilt and Zoom control bars, move the
camera to the desired position.
3. Enter a descriptive name in the Current Position field.
4. Click Save to register the new prese t positi on with t he AXIS 24 00/2401 and then ch eck
that the new name is included in the Preset Positions drop-down list. You can
alternatively choose to save the position as a new Home position. Setting Home
positions for several video sources (AXIS 2400/01 only) will cause these to be named
as Home1, Home2, etc.
5. Click Remove to remove this or any other preset position in the list.
Established preset positions are selected from the Preset Positions drop-down list in the
application viewing environment, or when viewing a specific video source.
Serial Port Settings
The AXIS 2400/2401 is supplied with two internal serial ports that are managed directly
from the user interface:
• Serial Port 1- Typically used for controlling PTZ devices, this port can be logically connected
to the RS-232 COM 1 port or the RS-485/422 port on the Terminal Block Connector, and is
configurable as either an RS-232 or RS-485/422 port.
Click the COM1 icon in the graphic interface to determine the Purpose, Interface Mode and
Communication Settings for the port.
• Serial Port 2 - logically connected to COM2, this port is used for connecting a PTZ device, a
modem, or the AXIS 2191 Audio Module. Click the COM2 icon in the graphic interface to set
the Purpose and Communication Settings for t he port.
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Purpose
From the drop-down list, select the purpose of the port from the following alternatives:
• Pan Tilt - Select this if you wish to use a Pan Tilt Zoom device. An icon for PTZ appears below
the port icon. Click the PTZ icon and, from the drop-down list, choose from among the Pan Tilt
devices supported by the AXIS 2400/2401 . See the Axis Web site at www.axis.com for a list of
currently supported devices.
• Modem - Select modem if you want to connect a V.90 compatible modem to your AXIS
2400/2401 (Port 2 only).
• AXIS 2191 Audi o Module - This add-on device, supplied separately, pr ovides your video server
with audio capability. For details on installing, configuring and using this device, please see
The AXIS 2191 Audio Module, on page 31. For use on Port 2 only.
Interface Mode (COM1)
From the drop-down list you can configure COM1 as either an RS-232 or an RS-485 port.
Selecting the former logically connects Serial Port 1 to the COM1 connector, whereas the
latter connects the port to the Terminal Block Connector.
Notes: •Most CCTV equipment supports the RS-485 standard - a bi-directional, ha lf-duplex standard for
transmitting data over multi-drop communication lines. Supporting up to 32 drivers and 32
receivers over a single twisted-pair cable, the maximum cable length should not exceed 4000
feet (1220 meters). Typically used for connecting a single PC to several addressable devices over
the same cable.
•Many Video cameras support RS-232, as it provides for reliable point-to-point communication
at low data transmission rates. Your wiring distances should be limited to 200 feet (60 meters)
for asynchronous data lines, and to about 50 feet (15 meters) on synchronous lines.
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COM Settings
Using the drop-down lists for Baud Rate, Data Bits, Stop Bits and Par ity; match the AXIS
2400/2401 data transmission formats with the devices connected to the COM1 and COM2
ports. Select the default settings or make your own adjustments to suit.
Note: Detailed communication settings for each supported Pan/Tilt device can be obtained from
www.axis.com - the Axis website. See also the documentation supplied with your Pan Tilt
device.
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Pan Tilt Settings
Before selecting an appropriate driver for connecting Pan Tilt devices:
• Ensure that your pan tilt devices are properly connected. Instructions for the physical connection of pan tilt devices are provided in Appendix F - The RS-232 Interface.
• Define the port’s purpose as Pan Tilt. See page 25.
• Specify the related Interface Mode (COM1 only).
• Define the Communications Settings for the serial port.
Choosing the Pan Tilt Driver
The AXIS 2400/2401 supports a variety of stand-alone Pan Tilt devices as standard. Follow
this procedure to set up your Pan Tilt device:
1. Select the icon for the COM-port you have set to use Pan Tilt.
2. Click the Pan Tilt icon under the port icon and select the driver for your Pan Tilt
device. Click Save. The video server will then request a restart. Click OK.
3. Click the Video icon for th e video i nput you wish to u se with the sel ected driv er . Under
Pan Tilt Serial Port, select the COM-port you configured in steps 1 and 2.
4. If there are Driver Specific Settings available for the driver, a button is provided for
this purpose. If the default settings are OK for your needs, then you need do nothing.
For specific instructions on how to refine the respective Driver Specific Settings, see
the list of supported Pan Tilt devices at www.axis.com. See also the documentation
supplied with your PTZ device.
Modem Settings
After configuring COM2 to use a modem, click the Modem icon to select and configure
your modem. The AXIS 2400/2401 supports most v.90-compatible modems. Click the ISP
icon to define the connection to your ISP. To edit the supplied modem and PPP scripts,
click Advan ced Modem Settings. These scripts should be used with caution - if not used
correctly they may render your unit unusable.
Refer to the on-line help for more information on these topics.
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Reinstating the Factory Default Settings
In certain circumstances, it may be necessary to reinstate the Factory Default settings for
your AXIS 2400/240 1. Thi s is perf or m ed by cli ck in g th e app ro pri ate but to n withi n the
Administration Tools, or by using the Control Button.
The Control Button is recessed within the prod uct casing and located be tween the VIDEO 3
and VIDEO 4 input connectors on the AXIS 2400, and to the left of the VIDEO OUT
connector on the AXIS 2401.
Follow the instructions below to reinstate the product factory default settings, using the
Control button:
1. Switch off the AXIS 2400/2401 by disconnecting the power cable.
2. Using a suitably pointed object, press in and keep the Control Button pressed.
While the button is pressed, reconnect the power supply cable.
3. Keep the button pressed until the Status Indicator displays yellow (note that this may
take up to 15 seconds). Now release the Control Button. When the Status Indicator
changes to green (which may take up to 60 seconds) the AXIS 2400/2401 will then
have been reset to the original factory default settings.
Note: Reinstating the factory default settings will cause all parameters (including the IP address) to
be reset. Refer to Installing on a Network, on page 9, or Other IP Setup Methods, on page 38,
for information on how to set the IP address.
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