Canon VB-C10 User Manual

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NETWORK CAMERA

User’s Manual

VB-C10 VB-C10R

PUB.YT1-1000-000 xxxxxxxx © CANON INC.2002 PRINTED IN JAPAN

Please read this instruction manual carefully before operation. Be sure to read the “a Safe Use of Equipment” section before using this equipment. Store this manual in a readily accessible location for future reference.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Canon Network Camera VB-C10/VB-C10R (referred to hereafter as the VB-C10/VB-C10R). This manual describes how to set up and use the VB-C10/VB-C10R. Read this manual carefully before using the VB-C10/VB-C10R to ensure effective operation. In particular make sure that you read the "a Safe Use of Equipment" in this manual, as well as the supplied CD-ROM Readme file.

Exclusion of Liability

If the Product is connected to a recording device (for example a VCR), Canon Inc. accepts no responsibility whatsoever for any financial losses that may be incurred as a result of the loss of recorded information or images, regardless of the internal or external cause of the loss.

Video or still pictures recorded using your VB-C10/VB-C10R cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws or without the consent of the owner, unless intended for personal use only.

Notes

1. The unauthorized transfer of all or any part of the contents of this Manual is forbidden.

2. The contents of this Manual are subject to change without notice.

3. Every effort has been made to ensure that this Manual is flawless. However, if you find any oversights, please let us know.

4. Item 3. notwithstanding, Canon accepts no responsibility for any effects resulting from the use of this Manual.

Trademark Notices

● Canon and Canon logo are registered trademarks of Canon Inc.

● Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States

and other countries.

● Windows is legally recognized as Microsoft Windows Operating System.

● Other brand or product names in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

● This product uses Linux kernel, gcc-libs, readline, init, sftpd, net-tools, mactool, telnetd, syslogd

and boa under license of GNU General Public License (GPL); glibc and termcap under license

of GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL); and ash, sh and ping under license of modified

BSD License.

Documents of Linux kernel COPYING, GPL, LGPL, and modified BSD License are stored as

the files of COPYING.txt, GPL.txt, LGPL.txt and mBSD.txt respectively within LICENSE folder

of accompanied CD rom with the package.

If you (customer) need program source codes under the terms and conditions of GPL and/or

LGPL, please access

http://www.canon.com/webview/webview-tech/

Request concerning disclosure of live videos

With respect to the disclosure of live videos, we request that sufficient consideration be given to matters of privacy and rights not to be photographed. Canon considers the following points concerning such matters when it operates camera sites for which it has been responsible to install and operate:

● We take measures such as adding limitations on zoom magnifications so that people cannot make special specifications.

● When videos are taken of specific buildings, interiors and the like, we install the camera only after receiving approval from the administrator.

Please note that the operator of the camera site and not Canon has full responsibility regarding the disclosure of live videos.

Introduction

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Contents

Introduction ............................................................................ ii

Safe Use of Equipment.................................................... vii

Maintenance .............................................................................................................. xii

Chapter 1 Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R ................................................................ 1-2

System Configuration .................................................................................. 1-4

Hardware and Software Requirements ....................................................... 1-6

Webview Livescope Viewer Software ...................................................................... 1-6

VB Administration Tools ........................................................................................... 1-6

VBCollector .............................................................................................................. 1-7

Webview Livescope MV version 2.0/LE ................................................................... 1-7

Package Contents ......................................................................................... 1-8

System Components and Their Operation ................................................. 1-9

Chapter 2 Installation

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R ............................................................. 2-2

Installing the VB-C10/VB-C10R ............................................................................... 2-2

Connecting the Components ................................................................................... 2-4

Turning the Power ON and OFF .............................................................................. 2-4

Sample Network Configurations ................................................................. 2-5

Sample LAN Environment Configuration ................................................................. 2-5

Sample Configuration in an ISP Environment .......................................................... 2-5

Chapter 3 Setup Procedures

Preparations for Initial Setup ....................................................................... 3-2

Initial Setup ................................................................................................... 3-3

Checking Operation ...................................................................................... 3-6

Detail Settings ............................................................................................... 3-7

Accessing the Settings Title Page............................................................................ 3-7

Settings Title Page ................................................................................................... 3-8

System/Network Settings Page ............................................................................... 3-9

Date/Time Settings Page ....................................................................................... 3-10

Camera Settings Page ............................................................................................ 3-11

Preset Settings Page ............................................................................................. 3-15

Picture Recording and External Device I/O Settings Page .................................... 3-16

Access Control Settings Page ............................................................................... 3-19

WebView Livescope Setting Settings Page ........................................................... 3-20

Miscellaneous Settings Page ................................................................................. 3-21

Administration Tools Settings Page ....................................................................... 3-22

Chapter 4 VB Administration Tools

Overview of VB Administration Tools ......................................................... 4-2

VBAdmin Startup Panel ........................................................................................... 4-2

Panorama Creation Tool .......................................................................................... 4-2

View Restriction Tool ................................................................................................ 4-3

Preset Setting Tool ................................................................................................... 4-3

Log Viewer ............................................................................................................... 4-3

Admin Viewer ........................................................................................................... 4-3

Installing VB Administration Tools .............................................................. 4-4

Starting Up VB Administration Tools .......................................................... 4-5

Panorama Creation Tool ............................................................................... 4-7

About the Panorama Creation Tool Display Screen ................................................. 4-8

Capturing Panorama Pictures .................................................................................. 4-9

Updating/Deleting Panorama Pictures ................................................................... 4-10

Reconnecting .......................................................................................................... 4-11

Opening/Saving Pictures ........................................................................................ 4-11

Displaying Connection Information ......................................................................... 4-11

View Restriction Tool .................................................................................. 4-12

The View Restriction Tool Display Screen ............................................................. 4-13

Setting View Restrictions ....................................................................................... 4-15

Preset Setting Tool...................................................................................... 4-17

Preset Setting Tool Display Screen ........................................................................ 4-18

Setting Presets ....................................................................................................... 4-20

Log Viewer ................................................................................................... 4-22

Viewing Logs .......................................................................................................... 4-22

Admin Viewer .............................................................................................. 4-24

Starting Up Admin Viewer ...................................................................................... 4-24

Operating External Device ..................................................................................... 4-25

Enabling/Disabling View Restrictions ..................................................................... 4-26

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Chapter 5 Creating Web Pages

Web Pages for Video Distribution ............................................................... 5-2

Features of the Java Viewers .................................................................................. 5-3

Features of the Helper Viewer ................................................................................. 5-5

Viewing Sample Pages ................................................................................. 5-6

Using the Java Viewer to Distribute Videos ................................................ 5-7

Using the Java Viewer to Create a Web Page ......................................................... 5-7

Saving Web Page Data ............................................................................................ 5-8

Example of Using the Java Viewer to Create a Web Page ...................................... 5-9

Java Viewer Parameters ........................................................................................ 5-17

Contents

Using the Helper Viewer to Distribute Videos .......................................... 5-21

Example of a Web page Using the Helper Viewer ................................................. 5-23

Distributing Videos Using a Browser Only ............................................... 5-24

Example of Video Distribution Using One Fixed Global Address .......... 5-26

Chapter 6 Using the Picture Recording Function

Using the Still Picture Recording Function Linked to an External Device ...

Sample Application Combining a Door-opening Sensor .......................................... 6-2

Using the Still Picture Recording Function with a Predetermined Schedule ....

Sample Application Using Sequential Mode ............................................................ 6-4

Viewing Recorded Pictures ......................................................................... 6-6

Installing VBCollector ............................................................................................... 6-7

Starting Up VBCollector ........................................................................................... 6-8

Registering a Server ................................................................................................ 6-8

Registering Tasks ................................................................................................... 6-10

Executing and Canceling Tasks ............................................................................. 6-12

Details Displayed on the Task View ....................................................................... 6-13

Starting/Stopping the Service ................................................................................ 6-14

Viewing Recorded Images ..................................................................................... 6-14

Viewing Logs .......................................................................................................... 6-16

Setting Download Capacity .................................................................................... 6-18

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6-4

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 7-2

Log Messages ............................................................................................... 7-4

Chapter 8 Appendix

Specifications ............................................................................................... 8-2

External Device I/O Terminals .................................................................................. 8-3

Restoring the Factory Default Settings ...................................................... 8-4

Restoring the Factory Default Settings from the Administration Tools Page via a Web Browser ....

If the IP Address and Password are Unknown......................................................... 8-5

Factory Default Setting ................................................................................ 8-6

Index .............................................................................................................. 8-8

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a Safe Use of Equipment

An exclamation point, within a triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of

important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the equipment.

a Important Warnings

a CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR

BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The serial number of this equipment may be found on the bottom of the VB-C10/ VB-C10R. No others have the same serial number as yours. You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased from Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. VB-C10 or VB-C10R Serial No.

a Important Operational Instructions

a WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

a CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING

INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

FDA regulation

This Network Camera has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a medical device. When incorporated into a system with medical applications, FDA regulations may apply. Therefore, please consult your legal advisor to determine whether FDA regulations apply.

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Safe Use of 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. Note: 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 or more 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.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600

FCC NOTICE

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IC NOTICE

This product does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Interference-causing equipment standard entitled ‘Digital Apparatus’, ICES-003 of the Industry Canada.

NOTIFICATION IC

Cet appareil numériquw respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norma sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”, NMB-003 édictées par I’lndustrie Canada.

Dieses Produkt ist zum Gebrauch im Wohnbereich, Geschäfts- und Gewerbebereich sowie in Kleinbetrieben vorgesehen.

a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safe Use of Equipment

In these safety instructions, the word “equipment” refers to the Canon Network Camera VB-C10/VB-C10R and all its accessories.

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the equipment is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instruction should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the equipment and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning. Wipe the equipment with a clean soft cloth. If necessary, put a cloth in diluted neutral detergent and wring it well before wiping the equipment with it. Finally, clean the equipment with a clean dry cloth. Do not use benzene, thinner or other volatile liquids or pesticides as they may damage the product’s finish. When using chemically-treated cleaning cloths, observe those precautions accordingly.

6. Accessories - Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous. Always use specified connection cables. Connect devices correctly.

7. Water and Moisture - Hazard of electric shock

- Do not use the equipment near water or in rainy/moist situations. Do not put a heater near this equipment.

8. Placing or Moving - Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The equipment may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the equipment. An equipment and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination to overturn.

9. Power Sources - The PA-V16 AC adapter should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your equipment dealer or local power company.

10. Polarization - The PA-V16 AC adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

11. Power Cord Protection - Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to plugs and the point from which the cords exit the equipment.

12. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the equipment, be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.701984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure 1.

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fig-1

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUNDING CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUNDING CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

13. Lightning - For added protection of this equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

14. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this equipment through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the equipment.

17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

18. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect this equipment from the wall outlet and all power sources including batteries, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or

objects have fallen into, the equipment.

c. If the equipment has been exposed to rain

or water.

d. If the equipment does not operate normally

even if you follow the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the equipment to its normal operation.

e. If the equipment has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the equipment exhibits a distinct

change in performance. This indicates a need for service.

19. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the equipment is in safe operating order.

21. Do not install the equipment in the following locations as this can cause a fire or electric shock:

- Hot locations

- Close to a fire

- Very humid or dusty locations

- Locations exposed to direct sunlight

- Locations exposed to salt spray

- Close to flammable solvents (alcohol, thinners, etc.)

22. When any of the following occurs, immediately switch OFF the equipment, unplug it from the main power supply and contact your nearest Canon supplier. Do not continue to use the equipment as this can cause a fire or electric shock.

- The equipment emits any smoke, heat,

abnormal noise, or unusual odor.

- A metal object falls into the equipment.

- The equipment is damaged in some way.

23. Please observe the following when using the equipment. Failure to do so can result in a fire or electric shock.

- Do not use flammable sprays near the

equipment.

- Do not subject the equipment to strong

impacts.

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Maintenance

Cleaning the Equipment

1. Unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet.

2. Carefully wipe the equipment with a soft cloth that has been moistened with water or a mild detergent.

a WARNING:

Do not use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners.

The use of such substances can cause a fire or electric shock.

3. Wipe with a dry cloth.

4. When you have finished, plug the AC adapter back in to the wall outlet.

Cleaning the Lens

Use a commercially available lens cleaner to remove any soiling from the

lens.

● The auto-focus may not function correctly if the surface of the lens is

dirty.

● Scratches on the surface of the lens will cause image defects.

Icons Used in This Instruction Manual

Indicates important information that must be observed or actions that are prohibited

during an operation. These notes must be read to prevent possible faults or damage

Note

to the equipment.

Indicates supplementary information or a reference to an operation. Users are advised

to read these memos.

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Chapter

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

This chapter contains information that you should read

before using the VB-C10/VB-C10R. It also describes the

features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R, the system configuration,

the hardware and software requirements, and the name and

functions of the system components.

Features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R

The VB-C10/VB-C10R is a system that distributes live videos via the Internet or an Intranet. It can

be used in a wide range of applications, such as distributing live videos from a Web site or

monitoring. The system is configured of the VB-C10/VB-C10R and viewer software. Please use

the supplied viewer software for viewing videos distributed by the VB-C10/VB-C10R and controlling

cameras.

Broadband Video Distribution Function

The VB-C10/VB-C10R is capable of capturing videos at up to 30 fps. Motion-JPEG is used to

compress video images. For networking, auto-negotiation between Ethernet 100Base-TX/

10Base-T is provided and a leased line or ADSL can also be used through a router. Since

video quality (in 5 levels) and the frame rate (from 0.1 to 30 fps) can be freely set, videos can

be distributed under conditions that best suit the network bandwidth.

Concurrent video is distributed up to 20 clients

Up to 20 clients can view video at the same time from a single VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Camera and video distribution server functions housed in a single unit

The camera capable of full pan, tilt, and zoom functions and its server functions for distributing

videos through a network are compactly housed in a single unit. By simply connecting a LAN

cable and a power supply, the unit can distribute live videos from any location* where it is

installed.

* The unit cannot be installed in locations subject to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or

other adverse conditions (→ P.ix).

High-performance 16x zoom and wide angle photographic range

The camera section is equipped with a 16x zoom lens. Furthermore, since the VB-C10 provides

a pan angle of 200 degrees (100 degrees each to the left and right) and a tilt angle of 120

degrees (90 degrees up and 30 degrees down), and the VB-C10R provides a pan angle of 340

degrees (170 degrees each to the left and right) and a tilt angle of 100 degrees (10 degrees up

and 90 degrees down), the VB-C10/VB-C10R are capable of recording wide areas.

Can be mounted on ceilings, etc. (VB-C10R)

The VB-C10R includes mounting plate, enabling it to be mounted in a variety of locations

including ceilings. The shape of the camera head has been designed so that pan and tilt

operations are still possible when mounted upside down.

Remote camera control from the viewer

The VB-C10/VB-C10R come with two types of viewer software: the Helper Viewer and the

Java Viewer. The viewers give you full remote control of the camera’s angle (pan and tilt) and

zoom magnification, allowing you to view videos with plenty of ambiance.

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Features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Panorama picture creation functions and settings

The entire photographic range of the camera can be created and saved as a panorama picture.

The saved panorama pictures can then be easily used to visually set view restrictions and

presets.

Camera Position Preset function

If often-used camera angles (camera head aim and zoom position) and related items are saved

in advance as presets, the camera can be controlled from the viewer by simply selecting a

desired preset. Up to 8 presets can be stored.

View Restriction function

You can set restrictions on camera angle specifications and zoom magnifications to prevent

viewers from seeing certain camera angles. For example, if the VB-C10/VB-C10R is being

used to operate a fixed point camera connected to the Internet, it is possible to distribute

videos while protecting privacy (→ P.iii, “Request concerning disclosure of live videos”).

Built-in Web server and FTP server

The VB-C10/VB-C10R is equipped with built-in Web server functions that enable both Web

pages and videos to be distributed through the Web by a single unit. Since it also has a built-in

FTP server, Web page data file transfers (FTP) can be performed from remote locations.

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Simple set up and management

By accessing a Settings page provided on the Web, you can use the Web browser on your PC

to set up and manage the VB-C10/VB-C10R from a remote location without ever visiting the

place where the VB-C10/VB-C10R is actually installed.

More powerful security functions

The destinations for video distributions can be restricted based on passwords. Up to 20 clients

can be registered.

Recording videos via preset schedules or links with external devices

Still pictures can be recorded based on schedules set in advance or on ON/OFF events from

an external device. If VBCollector is used, still pictures recorded by the VB-C10/VB-C10R can

be automatically collected by a PC and viewed there.

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System Configuration

Example of Basic System Configuration - Viewing Videos Using a Viewer

VB-C10

Ethernet

Internet

(10/100Mbps)

WebView Livescope Viewer Software

(Java Viewer or Helper Viewer)

Recommended browser

● Netscape Navigator/ Communicator4.78 or later

● Internet Explorer 4.01 or later

VB-C10R

VB-C10

Router

This system configuration consists of the VB-C10/VB-C10R with WebView Livescope Viewer

Software (→ P.1-6). The WebView Livescope Viewer Software consists of the Helper Viewer

and the Java Viewer.

Helper Viewer must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM, while Java Viewer is not

installed in advance but automatically downloaded from the VB-C10/VB-C10R. Since Java Viewer

is downloaded each time you want to view videos, it is useful when viewing videos for the first

time. Helper Viewer, however, is more convenient when you want to view videos frequently.

If you want to distribute live videos of places such as popular tourist destinations from Web pages,

it is best for your Web page visitors to use the Java Viewer that does not need to be installed in

advance.

Viewer Software Functions

• Videos from the VB-C10/VB-C10R can be displayed by a Web browser that can run Java applet.

• Because the Java Viewer is automatically downloaded and does not need to be pre-

Java Viewer

Helper Viewer

installed, unlike the Helper Viewer, it is compatible with any platform that supports Java-capable environments.

• Because it uses the HTTP protocol, the Java Viewer penetrates firewalls. However, it may not run stably on some platforms or browser types. Also, because the Viewer is downloaded when the Web page loads, start-up times and execution speeds are slower than the Helper Viewer.

•A helper application for viewing videos from the VB-C10/VB-C10R that is launched from a Web browser.

• The Helper Viewer must be pre-installed.

• Install Helper Viewer from the supplied CD-ROM.

• Compared with the Java Viewer, start-up is faster because the Viewer does not need to be downloaded. This Viewer is recommended for users who use the viewer frequently.

• Because it supports the HTTP protocol, the Helper Viewer penetrates firewalls unscathed.

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System Configuration

● Install the Helper Viewer from the “MonSetup.exe” file on the supplied CD-ROM.

● The manual for the WebView Livescope software is provided on the supplied

Note

CD-ROM (Mon-E.pdf).

● To connect the VB-C10/VB-C10R to the Internet, you require a leased line

connection to an Internet service provider or a LAN-type dialup IP connection. If

you are using a LAN-type dialup connection, check that the connection supports

bidirectional calling.

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Example of System Configuration with WebView Livescope MV

WebView Livescope MV

Ehernet (10/100Mbps)

VB-C10R

VB-C10

Windows98SE/Me/NT4.0/2000/XP (Internet Explorer 5 or later required)

- Optional

The WebView Livescope MV software (→ P.1-7) is convenient if there are several VB-C10/VB-

C10R installed on a LAN and you wish to concentrate on monitoring videos from them.

The WebView Livescope MV software consists of MV Manager and MV Station. MV Manager

lets you uniformly manage VB-C10/VB-C10R operating status. It also lets you select and create

a monitoring screen best suited to the number of VB-C10/VB-C10Rs on the LAN from among a

rich variety of examples. MV Station lets you use the monitoring screen created in MV Manager

to view videos from multiple points where VB-C10/VB-C10R units are installed while also remote

controlling cameras and external devices.

Optional Products

• Webview Livescope MV version 2.0

• Webview Livescope MV version 2.0 LE

Products sold separately

• Wide-angle Converter WL-37 (for VB-C10)

• Sensor

• Relay

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Hardware and Software Requirements

Webview Livescope Viewer Software (→ P.1-4)

The viewer software that are supplied with the VB-C10/VB-C10R. They lets you view the

VB-C10/VB-C10R’s videos and control the camera.

Java Viewer version 3.20

PC IBM PC/AT Compatible

Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0 (IE4.0 or later required)/Windows 2000/

Web Browser Netscape Navigator/Communicator 4.78 or later (excluding 6.01 and 6.1),or Microsoft

* This viewer is installed on the VB-C10/VB-C10R and is automatically downloaded by the client at access. * This software may not run stably on operating systems and Web browsers other than those listed above.

Helper Viewer version 3.20

PC IBM PC/AT Compatible

Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0 (IE4.0 or later required)/Windows 2000/

Web Browser Netscape Navigator/Communicator 4.78 or later,or Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01

* Must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM (→ P.1-4).

● Although the Helper Viewer ver. 3.10 or before, or Plug-in Viewer can be used,

Note

some of the features are different.

On Macintosh computers, some of the functions of the Helper Viewer ver. 1.20 are

not available.

● The manual for the viewer software is on the supplied CD-ROM (Mon-E.pdf).

Windows XP

Internet Explorer 4.01 or later recommended

Windows XP

or later recommended

VB Administration Tools (→ P.4-2)

This tool lets you create panorama pictures from the VB-C10/VB-C10R and then easily use them

to visually set view restrictions and presets.

PC IBM PC/AT Compatible

Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0/Windows 2000/Windows XP

Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later required

* Must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM (→ P.4-4).

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Hardware and Software Requirements

VBCollector (→ P.6-6)

This tool is for viewing still pictures recorded by the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

PC IBM PC/AT Compatible

Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0/Windows 2000/Windows XP

Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later required

* Must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM.

Webview Livescope MV version 2.0/LE (→ P.1-5)

This is optional viewer software for monitoring.

PC IBM PC/AT Compatible

CPU: Pentium III 600 MHz or better recommended, RAM: 128 Mbytes or better, Hard disk capacity: 50 Mbytes or better (LE: 20 Mbytes or better)

Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0 (SP6.0a or later)/Windows 2000 (SP1 or later)/

Windows XP

Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later required

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

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Package Contents

The VB-C10/VB-C10R package contains the following items. If any of these items is missing,

please contact the retailer from which you purchased the product.

1. VB-C10 main unit

2. AC Adapter PA-V16

(or VB-C10R main unit)

VB-C10 VB-C10R

3. AC cable (1 meter 3 ft.

* The cable length may differ depending on the

country in which the product was purchased.

5. CD-ROM

in.) 4. Plug for extenal device

6. User’s Manual (This document)

7. Warranty Card

CD-ROM contents

ReadMe (Notes not included in the User’s Manual)

VBIPI.exe (IP address setting tool)

MonSetup.exe (Helper Viewer version 3.20 Installer)

AdmSetup.exe (VB Administration Tools Installer)

CltSetup.exe (VBCollector Installer)

VB-C10-E.pdf (User’s Manual in PDF format)

Mon-E.pdf (Viewer Software User’s Manual)

Sample Folder

License Folder (License documents for software in the main unit)

(Set of files of sample pages)

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System Components and Their Operation

VB-C10

Front

Camera head

Base

Camera LED

• When power is turned on: Flashing Green light

• During normal operation: Steady Green light

Rear

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Power connection socket

100/10 BT Ethernet connector

(100Base-TX, 10Base-T auto-negotiation)

External device I/O terminals

Network LED

• When connected to network : Off

• When disconnected from network: Steady Orange light

• During communication:

Flashing Green light at 100Base-TX Flashing Yellow light at 10Base-T

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System Components and Their Operation

VB-C10R

Front

Rear

Mounting plate

Camera LED

• When power is turned on: Flashing Green light

• During normal operation: Steady Green light

Base

Camera head

Network LED

• When connected to network : Off

• When disconnected from network: Steady Orange light

• During communication:

Flashing Green light at 100Base-TX Flashing Yellow light at 10Base-T

External device I/O terminals

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Power connection socket

100/10 BT Ethernet connector

(100Base-TX, 10Base-T auto-negotiation)

System Components and Their Operation

Bottom

On the bottom of the VB-C10/VB-C10R are the MAC address required for network settings, a

Reset switch that returns the factory default settings, and the serial number.

VB-C10

Screw hole for tripod mounting

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Reset switch

You can return all settings on the VB-C10 to the factory default settings by holding this button with a thin tipped object and turning on the power switch (→ P.8-5).

Reset switch

You can return all settings on the VB-C10R to the factory default settings by holding this button with a thin tipped object and turning on the power switch (→ P.8-5).

VB-C10

Teste d To Comply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE

CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DELA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU RÈGLEMENTSUR LE MATÉRIEL BROUILLEURDU CANADA.

0123456789

CANON INC.

MADE IN JAPAN

RESET

000085228000

VB-C10R

Teste d To Com ply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE

CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DELA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU RÈGLEMENTSUR LE MATÉRIEL BROUILLEURDU CANADA.

0123456789

CANON INC.

MADE IN JAPAN

RESET

000085228000

Serial No.

The serial number for this unit is shown here.

MAC address

The MAC address is required when setting the IP address and making other network settings. Please make a note of it before installing this unit (→ P.3-3).

Serial No.

The serial number for this unit is shown here.

MAC address

The MAC address is required when setting the IP address and making other network settings. Please make a note of it before installing this unit (→ P.3-3).

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Chapter

Installation

This chapter explains how to connect the system components

and describes a sample network configuration.

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Installing the VB-C10/VB-C10R

VB-C10 Installation

Install in a flat and stable location.

Firmly tighten the 2 screws (not supplied).

Mounting plate

(Installation)

• Distance between tapped holes: 120 mm (4

• Tapped hole diameter: 6.0 mm (

• Mounting plate thickness: 1.6 mm (

VB-C10R Installation

Screw

/4 in.)

VB-C10R

/16 in.)

/25 in.)

a WARNING:

Install the camera securely.

● When installing the VB-C10R on the ceiling, contact your Canon dealer.

● When installing the VB-C10R on the ceiling, check that the ceiling is strong enough to

bear the weight of the VB-C10R including the mounting plate. Installation in a weak location could result in the VB-C10R falling and causing serious injury.

● At least once a year, check for looseness in the camera installation mount. (If the optional wide-angle converter is used, check the converter mount also.)

● The permissible camera installation angles are ±20° from the horizontal. (±15°

Note

when the optional wide-angle converter is used for the VB-C10.)

● The MAC address required when making network settings is shown on the bottom of the VB-C10/VB-C10R (→ P.1-11). Please make a note of it before installing this unit (→ P. 3-3).

Using a Tripod (VB-C10)

The screw for mounting a tripod is on the bottom of the VB-C10 toward the front.

● Do not overtighten the mounting screw.

Note

If excessive force is used to tighten the mounting screw, camera head movement may be impeded,

30 mm (1 3/16 in.) or wider

or other malfunctions may result.

● Always use a tripod mounting screw that is less than 6.0 mm (1/4 in.) in length. The use of screws

6.0 mm (1/4 in.) long or longer could damage the camera. Also, the tripod seat used should be at least 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) in diameter.

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Less than

6.0 mm

/4 in.)

(

Mounting screw

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Using the Wide-angle Converter (VB-C10)

The optional Wide-angle Converter WL-37 can be used to provide wide-angle shots (approx.

0.74× the normal focal distance).

Mount the wide-angle converter correctly so that it is level and fitted securely onto the camera.

When mounted correctly, the wide-angle converter should turn roughly 3 times before stopping.

Wide-angle Converter

a WARNING:

The Wide-angle Converter WL-37 is designed specifically for the VB-C10 and cannot

be used on the VB-C10R. If the converter is used on the VB-C10R, the mount will gradually

loosen and the converter will fall off the camera.

● The camera may not operate correctly if a wide-angle converter other than the

Note

WL-37 is used.

● The permissible range of camera installation angles with the wide-angle converter

mounted on the camera is ±15° from the horizontal.

● When the Wide-angle Converter has been set for use in “Camera Settings” (→

P.3-11), the pan and tilt values change for the three functions listed below. If the

Wide-angle Converter is to be used, pan and tilt values must be determined after

the use of the Wide-angle Converter has been set in “Camera Settings”.

• Home position setting (→ P.3-12)

• View restrictions (→ P.3-12)

• Preset settings (→ P.3-15)

Installation

2-3

Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R

Connecting the Components

(Rear of main unit)

AC cable

Hub

External output device

LAN

cable

AC adapter

Cables for external device

* Remove some insulation at the end of the external device cable and insert it into the plug for the

external device, then secure it by tightening the screws. See page 6-2 for examples of external device connections.

External input device

(sensor, etc.)

Turning the Power ON and OFF

The VB-C10/VB-C10R itself does not have a power switch. You can switch the VB-C10/VB-C10R on by plugging the AC adapter into a wall outlet. When power to the VB-C10/VB-C10R is switched on, the Camera LED turns green.

Main unit

to AC outlet

AC adapter

AC cable

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● The camera head position is automatically initialized when the power supply is

Note

turned ON from OFF.

● Never touch the camera head during initialization as this could prevent successful initialization and cause faults.

● Wait at least five seconds before turning the power back on after shutting it off. Turning it on too quickly may result in a malfunction. Observe the precautions given in “a Safe Use of Equipment/a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (→ P.ix).

● If the picture recording function (→ P.3-16) is being used, shutting off the power or restarting the VB-C10/VB-C10R will cause all pictures to be deleted.

Sample Network Configurations

This section describes some typical installation modes for the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Be sure to assign a fixed IP address to the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Sample LAN Environment Configuration

Provide the appropriate server as required:

VB-C10

● HTTP (WWW)

Installation

VB-C10R

Router Router

Viewer PC

Server

Viewer PC

This example shows the VB-C10/VB-C10R connected to a LAN by Ethernet. In this configuration, videos can be seen by viewers in the same Ethernet segment as the VB-C10/VB-C10R and by viewers with access to that segment.

Sample Configuration in an ISP Environment

Provide the appropriate server as required:

● HTTP (WWW)

Viewer PC

Modem

Servers

Analog line

Internet

Viewer PC

Router

ISDN/ leased line/ADSL, etc

Client receiving

images

ISDN/

leased line/ADSL, etc

Server sending

images

Router

VB-C10/VB-C10R

This example shows an environment in which the VB-C10/VB-C10R is connected to an ISP (Internet service provider). In this configuration, videos can be seen by viewers capable of accessing the ISP. Bidirectional communication is required between the VB-C10/VB-C10R and the ISP, and a fixed IP address must be set for the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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