Hardware User’s Manual
Day & Night
Mini Dome Network Camera
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Table of Contents
Before You Use This Product ............................................................................. 1
Regulatory Information ..................................................................................... 2
Chapter 1 - Package Contents ............................................................................ 3
Chapter 2 - Mini Dome Network Camera Overview .................................................. 4
Chapter 3 - Device Appearance Description ........................................................... 5
Chapter 4 - LED Behavior .................................................................................. 7
Chapter 5 - Installation ...................................................................................... 8
5.1 Hardware Installation ..................................................................................................... 8
5.2 Camera Connection ..................................................................................................... 10
5.3 System Requirements ................................................................ .................................. 12
5.4 Software Installation ..................................................................................................... 13
5.4.1 EasyConfig ................................................................ ........................................ 21
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Before You Use This Product
In many countries, there are laws prohibiting or restricting the use of surveillance
devices. This Network Camera is a high-performance, web-ready camera which can be
part of a flexible surveillance system. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the
operation of this camera is legal before installing this unit for its intended use.
Upon opening the product’s package, verify that all the accessories listed on the
“Package Contents” are included. Before installing the Network Camera, read the
warnings in the “Quick Installation Guide” to avoid misuse. When installing the
Network Camera, carefully read and follow the instructions in the “Installation” chapters
to avoid damages due to faulty assembly or installation.
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Regulatory Information
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination.
The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
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a. MD-H600Np-360 DN Series
b. Product CD
c. Allen Key
d. Warranty Card
e. Screw Bags(2pcs)
f. Dry Bag / Double-Sided Tape
g. Alignment Sticker
h. Easy Installation Guide
i. TV out Connector Cable (Optional)
Chapter 1 - Package Contents
Please check to make sure that the product package contains all the accessories listed
below.
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Chapter 2 - Mini Dome Network Camera
Overview
The Brickcom Mini Dome Network Camera designed for outdoor use. MD series has a
compact and stylish design, also provides Full HDTV video (1080p @ 30fps). IP67 certified,
and IK10 vandal-proof. It is perfect for outdoor surveillance, and surveillance in buses,
trains, subway cars and emergency vehicles.
The Mini Dome Network Camera series is designed to provide end users with high quality
video feed for an easily accessible security system. By offering H.264/M-JPEG/MPEG-4
triple codec compression, it is able to offer a flexible system which does not require high
bandwidth and storage capabilities. The internal micro SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot
allows for local storage, which prevents data loss if the data connection is lost. The Mini
Dome Network Camera Series comes with a wide-angle lens and 360° immervision
Panoramic Lens allowing a wide open view for maximum coverage.
Different from other dome cameras, Mini Dome Network Camera Series supports
exchangeable lenses for different conditions.
The Mini Dome Network Camera series is designed for easy installation. With the BNC
TV-Out Connector, the camera can be connected to a monitor which makes it easier for
installers to adjust the picture focus while setting up the camera.The camera supports
different power inputs such as PoE 802.3af and DC12Vs
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Screw
Micro phone Hole
Reset Button
TV out Connector
PAL/NTSC Switch
Micro SD/SDHC
Card slot
LED
Indicator
Light Sensor
Chapter 3 - Device Appearance Description
Please refer to the Product List for the full list of optional features that are
available for this product.
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Reset Button
SD Card Slot
< Hardware Reset >
The Reset Button can be used to reboot the camera or restore it to factory default settings.
If the camera experiences a problem, rebooting the camera may correct the problem. If
the problem remains, please restore the camera to factory default settings and reinstall the
software.
To Reboot - Press and hold the Reset Button for one second using a paper clip or thin
object. Wait for the camera to reboot.
To Restore – Press and hold the Reset Button for ten seconds until the LED light turns off.
When successful restored, the LED will be blue during normal operation.
NOTE: By restoring the camera, all settings will be restored to the factory default
settings.
Micro-SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Capacity
The network camera is compatible with Micro-SD/SDHC/SDXC (Maximum 64GB) cards.
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Function
LED Behavior
Description
Remark
Status
Steady On
Normal Operation
Blue
Status
Unlit
1. Power off
2. Power on till System
setup
Blue
Status
Upgrading F/W
Blue
Internet
Blinking
Blinking while network
connection in progress
Blue
Internet
Unlit
No connection
Blue
Power
Unlit
Power off
Blue
Chapter 4 - LED Behavior
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Chapter 5 - Installation
5.1 Hardware Installation
WARNING: Do not mount the camera on a soft material. The camera may fall and be
damaged.
1. Use the enclosed Allen key to detach the dome cover from the camera device.
As remove the cover, please be aware of the Microphone Line.
2. Remove the dry bag from its package. Use the double-sided tape to stick the dry bag
onto the designate position inside of the dome cover.
3. Choose the location on the wall or ceiling to place the camera. Attach the location
sticker to the desired spot. For ceiling installation, the best place to mount the camera
is into a ceiling stud.
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4. Drill four holes through the center of the four location holes on the sticker.
5. Hammer the four plastic anchors which are provided in the product package into the
four location holes.
6. Please use the “Waterproof Tape” to wrap around the RJ45 connector, DC12V connector,
USB connector (*), in order to prevent water to seep in to the connectors.
7. The user needs the four screws which are included in the product package and a
screwdriver. Mount the camera on the wall or ceiling and position the screw slots
over the plastic anchors. Insert the screws into the holes and use the screwdriver to
tighten the screws clockwise until they are secure.
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5.2 Camera Connection
The New Mini Dome Series is DC12V and PoE compliant, so there are two options for
connecting the camera to a power and Ethernet source. The camera can either be
connected to a PoE-enabled switch or a non-PoE switch.
a. If using a PoE-enabled switch:
Use a single Ethernet cable to connect the camera to the PoE-enabled switch.
b. If using a non-PoE switch:
i. Use a standard RJ-45 cable to connect the camera to a PoE Injector.
ii. Use a standard RJ-45 cable to connect the PoE Injector to the non-PoE switch.
iii. Use a standard power cable to connect the PoE Injector to a power outlet.
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c. If using the DC12V for the power Supply. The RJ45 cable will be data
transmission.
Complete the Installation
Place the dome cover back on the camera device using the Allen Key.
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5.3 System Requirements
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7/Vista/XP/2000
Computer:
IBM PC/AT Compatible
CPU:
Pentium 3GHz or faster
Memory:
1024 MB or more
Monitor:
1024 x 768 pixels or more, 24-bit True color or better
Network Interface:
10/100Mbps Network interface card must be installed
Web Browser:
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP2 or higher
Adobe Reader:
Adobe Reader 8.0 or higher
Audio:
The audio function will not work if a sound card is not installed in the PC. Audio
may be interrupted depending on network traffic.
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5.4 Software Installation
In this manual, "User" refers to whoever has access to the Network Camera, and
"Administrator" refers to the person who can configure the camera and grant user access to
the camera.
After checking the hardware connection, run the Installation Wizard program included on
the product’s CDROM to automatically search the intranet for the camera. There may be
many cameras on the local network. Differentiate the cameras using the serial number
which is printed on the labels on the carton and the bottom of the camera.
A. Insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM driver. Run Auto-Run Tool directly from the
CD-ROM to start the installation. When installing the Brickcom software kit for the first
time, select a desired language for the interface. The available languages are listed in
the scroll box. Click <Install> and follow the steps to install the EasyConfig wizard on the
desired computer.
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B. In the Install Shield Wizard dialog box, click <Next> to continue.
C. Read the End-User License Agreement and check the option “I accept the terms
of the license agreement”. Click <Next> to continue.
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D. Select either “Complete” setup or “Custom” setup to install the system.
If COMPLETE SETUP is selected:
i. All program features will be installed into the default directory. Check the
option “Complete” and then click <Next>.
ii. Click <Change> to change the appointed folder where installation and
program files will be stored. Click <Next> to continue.
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iii. Select to create shortcuts. Click <Next> to continue.
iv. The installation information will be displayed. Click <Next> to continue.
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v. To launch EasyConfig or PC-NVR Standard, select the application and click
<Finish>. When launching the PC-NVR program, please refer to the PC-NVR
user manual.
If CUSTOM SETUP is selected:
i. This option is recommended for advanced users. It can be used to install the
system to a preferred directory or to select specific program feature(s).
i. Check the option “Custom”, and then click <Next>.
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ii. Select the features to install. Click <Next> to continue.
iii. Click <Change> to change the appointed folder where installation
and program files will be stored. Click <Next> to continue.
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iv. Select programs to create shortcuts. Click <Next> to continue.
v. The installation information will be displayed. Click <Next> to
continue.
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To launch EasyConfig or PC-NVR Standard, select the application and click <Finish>.
When launching the PC-NVR program, please refer to the PC-NVR user manual.
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5.4.1 EasyConfig
To launch EasyConfig, select EasyConfig from the start menu. If Complete Setup type was
used in the software installation, an EasyConfig icon was installed on the desktop. Double
click to open the icon.
If Custom Setup type was used in the software installation and an EasyConfig icon was not
installed on the desktop, the program will be installed under C:\Program
Files\Brickcom\EasyConfig unless the program was saved to a preferred directory.
A. Click <Start> to continue. The program will automatically search for the camera in the
intranet.
NOTE - Check “Skip the hardware installation guide” to skip checking the hardware
connection. To check the hardware installation settings, do not check the option box.
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B. Select either “Simple Mode” or “Professional Mode” to obtain the camera’s IP settings. If
“Simple Mode” is selected, EasyConfig will set up the connection automatically. If
“Professional Mode” is selected, the user will need to configure the IP settings manually.
C. There may be many cameras in the local network. Differentiate the cameras
using their UPnP name. Double click on the camera from the survey list to
connect.
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D. Enter the username and password of the camera. For first time use, the default
username and password are “admin/admin.”
E. For configuring the IP address settings, select either <Settings remain the
same>, <Automatically obtain an IP Address (DHCP)> or <Set IP Address
configuration manually>. The DHCP setting is recommended.
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If <Set IP Address configuration manually> is selected, the following pages will be
displayed.
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F. If the camera supports the EasyLinkTM function, the following page will be
displayed. Otherwise, this page will not be shown. *If desired, click <Skip> to
skip this setting.
EasyLinkTM is a unique Brickcom function which allows users to assign a unique EasyLink
name to their network camera’s IP address. There is no need to configure the router to
open up ports or remember hard-to-memorize IP addresses. Users can log onto
[uniqueEasyLinkname].mybrickcom.com to view the camera’s web GUI and live view.
Enter a unique EasyLink name whose length must be between 5-32 characters.
When finished, click the arrow button to continue.
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G. When the IP address settings have been configured, the screen will either display a
successful or failed connection message. If the connection failed, either try again or quit
the installation.
a. If “DHCP IP address settings” was selected, the failure page will be displayed
as below:
b. If “Static IP address settings” was selected, the failure page will be displayed
as below:
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c. If the connection was successful, the user will see the message:
“Congratulations. The installation of the camera is complete.”
When this window is displayed, click <PC-NVR> to start the PC-NVR program, <Live
View> to view the live video from the connected IP camera, or <X> in the top right
corner of the screen to close the installation window. If the user starts the PC-NVR
program, please refer to the PC-NVR user manual.
Once installation is complete, the Administrator should proceed to the next section
"Accessing the Network Camera" for necessary changes and configurations.
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