Canon VB-C10R User Manual

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NETWORK CAMERA

NETWORK CAMERA

User’s Manual

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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ENGLISH

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.

Copyright Information

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.

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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/

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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.

© Copyright 2002 CANON INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Introduction

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Contents

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

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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

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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

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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

a

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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a

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. [phone]

FCC NOTICE

Network Camera VB-C10/VB-C10R

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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

a

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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Safe Use of Equipment

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

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- 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

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

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

1-5

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

3

/

in.) 4. Plug for extenal device

32

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)

1-8

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

1-10

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

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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1-12

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

Screw

1

/4 in.)

1

VB-C10R

/16 in.)

18

/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.

2-2

Less than

6.0 mm

1

/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

PC

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

2-4

● 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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2-6

Chapter

Setup Procedures

This chapter describes the procedures from the initial setup

of the VB-C10/VB-C10R through to operation checking and

the method for specifying detailed settings.

The VB Administration Tools described in Chapter 4 provide

a convenient way to set view restrictions and presets.

Preparations for Initial Setup

Once the initial setup has been completed and operation has been verified, the VB-C10/VB-C10R

can be used immediately. The diagram below shows an example of P2P connection between

the VB-C10/VB-C10R and a PC.

Installation Example

VB-C10

LAN cable

Hub

Installation Procedure

1. As shown in the diagram above, the VB-C10/VB-C10R is connected to a PC via a
hub and LAN cables (10Base-T/100Base-TX).

At this stage, please do not connect the AC adapter to the VB-C10/VB-C10R yet.

Note

2. Perform initial settings on the VB-C10/VB-C10R. (→ next page)

3. Check operation (→ P.3-6).

Check to be sure Internet Explorer 4.01 or later has been installed.

Note

3-2

Initial Setup

1. Turn on the PC’s power switch.

The AC adapter must not yet be connected to the VB-C10/VB-C10R at this stage.

2. Insert the CD-ROM that was supplied with the VB-C10/VB-C10R into the PC’s
CD-ROM drive, and start up the “VBIPI.exe” program as follows:

1 Double-click My Computer on the desktop.

When using Windows XP, click on the “Start” button, then click “My Computer”.

2 When the CD-ROM icon appears, double-click this icon, then double-click “VBIPI.exe”.

3. When the “VB-C10/VB-C10R IP Installer” dialog box appears, connect the AC
adapter to the VB-C10/VB-C10R and turn on the power.

See “Turning the Power ON and OFF” (→ P.2-4) for how to turn on power to the VB-C10/VB­C10R.

4. The VB-C10/VB-C10R’s MAC address and the currently set IP address are
displayed in the “VB-C10/VB-C10R IP Installer” dialog box.

Select a MAC address by clicking on it, then click the “Setup IP Address...” button.

● The MAC address for this unit is shown on the bottom of the VB-C10/VB-C10R

(→ P.1-11).

Tip

● The IP address 192.168.100.1 is used as the factory default setting. Please set an

IP address that suits the environment in which the VB-C10/VB-C10R is to be used.

● Internet Explorer 4.01 or later is required for the IP Installer operating environment.

Setup Procedures

3-3

Initial Setup

5. When the “Setup IP Address” dialog box appears, enter the new IP address,
user name, and password. Then click the “OK” button.

New IP address: 192.168.101.7
User name: root
Password: VB-C10 (default setting)

The values shown here are examples only.*

* The user name cannot be changed.

* The factory default password for both the VB-C10 and the VB-C10R is “VB-C10”.

* The password can be changed at any time on the System/Network settings page (→ P.3-9).

6. The IP address that was set is displayed.

When the IP address is successfully set, it is displayed in the “VB-C10/VB-C10R IP Installer”
dialog box.

Click “Exit” to exit “VBIPI.exe.”

● The IP address “192.168.101.7” is given as an example. However, the actual IP

Note

address must be changed to match your system settings.

● Be careful to distinguish between lower-case and upper-case letters in order to
accurately enter the user name and password.

● The user name is fixed at “root” for both the VB-C10 and VB-C10R. It cannot be
changed.

● For reasons of system security, we recommend that you change the administrator
password at regular intervals.

● If network setting values are not known, please consult with the network
administrator.

● To cancel an IP address setting, click the “Cancel” button in the “Setup IP Address”
dialog box.

7. Follow steps 1 - 3 below to launch the browser and enter your user name

and password.

1 Launch the browser and enter the following URL:

http://192.168.101.7/admin/

3-4

2 Enter the user name and password.

User name: root

Password: VB-C10 (default setting)

3 The settings title page is displayed.

Initial Setup

Setup Procedures

Initial settings are now complete.

3-5

Checking Operation

When you have completed the initial setup, check that the VB-C10/VB-C10R works normally. Use

the sample page to simplify checking.

1. Access the sample page from the Web browser.

Example) http://192.168.101.7/sample/

Enter the value you have specified in the Initial Setup (→ P.3-3) as the IP address
(192.168.101.7).

The IP address “192.168.101.7” is given as an example. However, the actual IP

address must be changed to match your system settings.

Note

2. Click on each sample page.

If the sample page appears and the video is displayed, the VB-C10/VB-C10R is operating
normally.

* The Helper Viewer must be installed in order to appear “Helper Sample”.

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

Sample page

3-6

Example of the Java Viewer

* The picture displayed in the

viewer is an example.

We recommend that you make panorama picture settings (→ P.4-7).

Tip

Detail Settings

Accessing the Settings Title Page

The various settings on the VB-C10/VB-C10R are specified by using a browser to access Web

pages on the VB-C10/VB-C10R. You begin by accessing the Settings Title Page.

This manual uses the IP address 192.168.100.1 (the factory default setting) below as

an example to describe the detail settings. Please enter the actual IP address that is

Note

set in your VB-C10/VB-C10R.

1. Use the browser to access http://192.168.100.1/admin.

Use the IP address specified in “Initial Setup” (→ P.3-3).

2. Enter the user name and password.

You are now asked for your user name and password. In the factory default settings, the
user name is “root” and the password is “VB-C10” for both the VB-C10 and VB-C10R.
Enter these settings.

* The password can be changed at any time on the System/Network settings page (→ P.3-9).

Settings Title Page

Setup Procedures

3-7

Detail Settings

Settings Title Page

The various settings on the VB-C10/VB-C10R are specified by using a browser to access Web

pages on theVB-C10/VB-C10R. From this title page, you can move to each settings pages.

Settings Title Page for VB-C10/VB-C10R

“Japanese” button

Click this button to display the settings page in Japanese.
The button then changes to “English” and switches the display
back to English when clicked.

Clicking on the titles displays
each setting pages.

3-8

● Do not open multiple browser windows at the same time to change settings in

Note

parallel.

● Do not use the “Back” and “Forward” buttons in your browser to move between

settings pages. Due to the effects of caching, there are possibilities that an old

settings page will appear, settings will return to their original values, or unintended

changes will occur.

● Those settings that require the VB-C10/VB-C10R to be restarted for the changes

to take effect are marked with a red tick.

● When using the VB-C10/VB-C10R to record pictures (→ P.3-16), all recorded still

pictures are deleted when the VB-C10/VB-C10R is rebooted.

System/Network Settings Page

This page is used to make Ethernet and password settings for the administrator.

Root Account

“Password”
Set the password here. Up to 8 alphanumeric characters,
including upper- and lower-case letters, hyphens and
underscores, can be used.

“Confirm Password”
Enter the same password as above to confirm it.

Ethernet

“IP Address”
Enter the IP address you want to assign to VB-C10/VB-C10R.

“Subnet Mask”
Enter the subnet mask specified for the network to be
connected.

“Default Gateway Address”
Set this item when you want to connect to a different
segment within the Intranet or a wide area network such as
the Internet.

*Contact the network administrator for the IP address,

subnet mask, and default gateway address settings.

Detail Settings

Setup Procedures

● Assign a fixed IP address to the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

● For system security reasons, we recommend that you change the root account at

Note

regular intervals.

● If you have forgotten the password, press the Reset switch and restore the factory

default settings (→ P.8-5).

Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

3-9

Detail Settings

Date/Time Settings Page

This page is used to make date and time settings.

Date and Time

“Current Camera Time”
Displays the date and time currently set on the VB-C10/VB­C10R.

“New Camera Time”
One of three methods can be selected: “Synchronize with
computer time”, “Synchronize with NTP server”, or “Set
manually”.

“Synchronize with computer time”
Sets to the date and time of the computer currently
accessing the VB-C10/VB-C10R via a Web browser.

“Synchronize with NTP server”
Sets to the date and time of the NTP server when the
IP address of an NTP server has been entered.

“Set manually”
Select this item when the date and time is to be manually
entered. In the Date field, enter the year, month, and
day in yyyy-mm-dd format; in the Time field, enter the
time in hh:mm:ss 24-hour format.
For example, for January 1, 2002, 1:05:09 a.m., enter
“2002-01-01” and “01:05:09”.

“Time Zone”
Since the factory default setting uses Japan Standard Time,
please select the appropriate time zone from the list.

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When selecting “Synchronize with NTP server”, enter the correct NTP server IP

address to be sure the date and time are changed correctly.

Note

Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

Detail Settings

Camera Settings Page

Use this page to set the camera control parameters and the video capture size and video quality.

Using VB Administration Tools is a convenient way to set view restrictions (→ P.4-12).

Camera Settings

“Camera Name”
Used in the camera selection bar in the WebView Livescope
Viewer.

“Wide Converter”
Select “Used” when a wide-angle converter is mounted on
the camera.

“Video Capture Size”
The available settings are 640 × 480, 320 × 240 and 160 ×

120.

“Video Quality”
Select an adjustment setting between 1 and 5. Higher values
give better video quality but a slower frame rate since the
amount of video data increases.

* With the VB-C10R, the displayed pan and tilt values

change.

Setup Procedures

3-11

Detail Settings

“View Restriction”
If you tick the “Apply view restriction” option, the settings
below are enabled. Use this setting to prevent clients
from seeing certain camera angles. View restrictions

are conveniently set using VB Administration Tools
(→ P.4-12).

“Upper value, Lower value, Left value, Right value”
Sets the visible range to be provided to the user.
*Set the values so that Upper value > Lower value,

and Left value < Right value.

“Telephoto, Wide-angle”
Sets the zoom angles provided to users.
*Set the values so that the Telephoto

<

Wide-angle.

=

“Home Position”
Specify the camera settings to be used at startup. The
Pan, Tilt, and Zoom settings are valid when “Return to
Home Position when nobody has a control privilege” is
enabled.

“Pan”
Sets the pan position for the camera.

“Tilt”
Sets the tilt position for the camera.

“Zoom”
Sets the value for the camera’s angle of zoom.

“Brightness”
Sets the target value for the camera’s auto exposure
feature. Select “Brighter” if the picture is darker due
to backlight or other factor.

“Shutter Speed”
Sets the camera shutter speed. Select Auto, 1/60 or
1/100.

“Focus Mode”
Sets the focusing mode for the camera.
Select “Auto”, “Auto (for domes)”, or “Fixed at infinity”.
When the VB-C10/VB-C10R is used with an outdoor
housing, focusing on the wall of the outdoor housing
can be avoided if the Focus mode is set to “Auto (for
domes)”.

3-12

Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

View restrictions can be set visually and more easily from the VB Administration

Tools. Please use the VB Administration Tools for making settings (→ P.4-12).

Note

Detail Settings

View Restriction Settings

You can set the visible range by restricting the camera pan, tilt and zoom ratio (field of view angle)

settings.

Controllable range and Video Capture Range

of the video capture range

Maximum vertical extent

Extent of tilt control

Extent of pan control

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Setup Procedures

Maximum horizontal extent of the video capture range

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The view restriction specifies the visible range. The visible range is larger than the area in which

pan and tilt can be controlled.

Do not attempt to manually change the camera head angle.

If the camera head is accidentally moved by hand or other objects

Note

touching it, be sure to restart the VB-C10/VB-C10R by turning the

power supply OFF then ON again. The deviation from the position

that the VB-C10/VB-C10R memorizes will be corrected and the

operation will be back in order.

Range of Camera Head Movement

The figures below show the range of camera head movement from a horizontal position.

+90°

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Detail Settings

About view restriction

● Pan and tilt range varies with the zoom ratio (field of view angle).

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restriction, the angles of
camera movement are
automatically restricted.

If the zoom is set to wide-angle
and the angle of camera movement
remains the same, video capture
extends beyond the permitted range.
Consequently, the angle of movement
is automatically reduced.

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Detail Settings

Preset Settings Page

Use this page to specify the settings for preset camera positions provided to viewers.

Using VB Administration Tools is a convenient way to set presets (→ P.4-17).

Common Settings

“Restrict Camera Control to Presets”
VB-C10/VB-C10R camera control using Helper Viewer and
Java Viewer can be restricted to the preset angle only.

Presets 1-8
Up to 8 presets can be specified.

“Application”
Use these options to specify whether this preset can be used
only for picture recording (→ P.3-16) or is also made available
in WebView Livescope Viewer. If it is also provided in
WebView Livescope Viewer, always specify the preset name.

“Preset Name”
Enter a name consisting of up to 15 alphanumeric
characters.

“Camera Parameter”
Enter the center angle between the angles you want to set
for Pan and Tilt. Enter the viewing angle for zoom.

“Pan”
Sets the pan position for the camera.

“Tilt”
Sets the tilt position for the camera.

“Zoom”
Sets the value for the camera’s angle of zoom.

“Brightness”
Sets the target value for the camera’s auto exposure
feature. Select “Brighter” if the picture is darker due to
backlight or other factor.

Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

Changes in presets are not applied in the viewer while it is connected.

Note

Setup Procedures

Presets can be set visually and more easily from the VB Administration Tools. Please

use the VB Administration Tools for making settings (→ P.4-17).

Tip

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Detail Settings

Picture Recording and External Device I/O Settings Page

Use this page to specify the operating condition for the picture recording function. Settings on this

page can be used to record still pictures in response to inputs from an external device (sensor,

etc.) and based on a predetermined schedule. See Chapter 6, “Using the Picture Recording

Function” (→ P.6-2) for detailed operating examples.

External Device Input

“Record pictures in response to external inputs”
Tick this option to record pictures when an input is
detected from an external device.

“Record still pictures unconditionally for every external
input event/ Record still pictures for validated external
input events during the Start-Stop times specified below”

Select “Record still pictures unconditionally for every
external input event” if pictures are to be recorded at
any time when an input is received from an external
device. If pictures are to be recorded only during
specified periods, select “Record still pictures for
validated external input events during the Start-Stop
times specified below” and set the start time, day of the
week, etc.

“Start/Stop”
Set the time when picture recording is to start and
when it is to stop.
*“Start” and “Stop” cannot be set to the same time.

“Day”
Select the day of the week when pictures are to be

“Pre-event Recording”/”Post-event Recording”
Specify how pictures are to be recorded before and after
an event is detected from an external device. There is “Pre­event Recording”, for recording pictures prior to events from
an external device, and “Post-event Recording”, for recording
pictures following events. Be sure to enter at least one of
these.

If “Pre-event Recording” or “Post-event Recording” are used,
specify the interval between picture recording in 1-sec. units
or 0.1-sec. units, and enter the number of pictures to be
recorded.

“Camera Position”
Select the angle to be used in Post-event Recording. Select
“Not Specified” or from Preset 1 to 8 (→ P.3-15).

recorded. Picture recording will occur on the selected
day of the week for the period from “Start time” to
“Stop time”.

“ON event (OPEN to CLOSE)”
Pictures are recorded when ON events are detected
from an external device.

“OFF event (CLOSE to OPEN)”
Pictures are recorded when OFF events are detected
from an external device.

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● When recording pictures, if you turn off the VB-C10/VB-C10R’s power switch and

Note

then reboot it, all recorded still pictures will be deleted.

● Depending on the operating status of the VB-C10/VB-C10R, still pictures may not

be recorded according to the specified intervals and the number of pictures to be

recorded. Please check the actual operation after the settings have been made.

● See “Picture Recording triggered by External Devices” (→ P.3-18).

● When recording pictures, it is convenient to do so in combination with VBCollector,

Tip

which automatically collects recorded still pictures (→ P.6-6).

Schedule

“Record pictures according to a schedule”
When this is selected, pictures are recorded at the interval
set below. The interval can be set for every 1 to 59
seconds, every 1 to 59 minutes, or every 1 to 24 hours.

“Camera Position”
Select the angle to be used when recording pictures.
Select “Not Specified” or from Preset 1 to 8 (→ P.3-

15).

“Camera Stabilization Time”
The time set here is the time allowed for camera
operation to stabilize before it starts recording pictures.
Maximum setting is 10 seconds, enter an integer
between 0 and 10.

External Device Names

Set names for the external input/output devices used in
WebView Livescope MV.
Be sure to enter the device name.

* “External Device Input” and “Schedule” cannot be used together.

● The maximum memory capacity that can be used for recording pictures is

Note

approximately 5 MB. Available space can be checked with the Administration Tools

settings page (→ P.3-22).

● Recorded pictures are deleted when power to the VB-C10/VB-C10R is shut off

or the VB-C10/VB-C10R is restarted. Please use VBCollector to collect recorded

pictures (→ P.6-6).

● Recorded pictures are not overwritten. Once the recording picture memory

(approximately 5 MB) becomes full, recording stops. Use the Administration Tools

Settings Page (→ P.3-22) to delete recorded pictures.

Detail Settings

Setup Procedures

Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

The amount of data for a still picture varies depending on the settings for video capture

size and video quality (→ P.3-11), and the subject. As a guide, approximately 5-10

Tip

KB is the standard when the video capture size is set to 320 × 240 and the video

quality is set to 3 (In some cases this may be exceeded). To check the amount of

data for a still picture, select “View” - “Video information” from the menu after you

start up the Helper Viewer, then check the “Size” value.

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Detail Settings

Picture Recording triggered by External Devices

Tip

ON

OFF

Picture Recording

AB CD

● Pictures can be recorded in response to ON/OFF events detected from an

external device.

ONOFF ONOFF

A: Pre-event recording for an ON event B: Post-event recording for an ON event

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ON OFF

C: Pre-event recording for an OFF event D:

ON OFF

Post-event recording for an OFF event

● For A and C, recording is controlled to the pre-event recording time, and for B

and D, it is controlled to the post-event recording time.

Detail Settings

Access Control Settings Page

From this page, you can permit access to the VB-C10/VB-C10R to specific authorized users only.

Unauthorized clients’ access is prohibited.

Authorized User Account

“Authorized User List”
Only accounts registered in this list are permitted to
connect to the VB-C10/VB-C10R. Up to 20 users can

be registered.

“Delete”
Select a user account and click the delete button to
remove the user from the list.

“Add”
You can add authorized users to the list by entering
their account name and password.

“Access permitted to listed users only”
When this option is ticked, only users registered in the
list are permitted to connect to the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

Setup Procedures

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Detail Settings

WebView Livescope Setting Settings Page

Make the various settings such as the number of simultaneous clients, frame rate, and maximum

camera control time.

WebView Livescope

“Video Transmission Port”
Set a TCP port number to be used for transmitting videos
between the VB-C10/VB-C10R and the WebView
Livescope Viewer. Enter an integer between 1 and

65535. The default setting is 65310.

“Camera Control Port”
Set a TCP port number to be used for controlling the
camera between the VB-C10/VB-C10R and the WebView
Livescope Viewer. Enter an integer between 1 and

65535. The default setting is 65311.

“Maximum Number of Clients”
Sets the maximum number of clients that can
simultaneously be connected using the WebView
Livescope Viewer. Enter an integer between 1 and 20.

“Control Queue Length”
Sets the length of the queue when multiple clients are
waiting for control privilege under the WebView
Livescope Viewer. Enter an integer between 0 and 20.

“Restrict Service Time”
When you want to set a time for videos to be
distributed to the WebView Livescope Viewer, select
this option, and specify the Start and Stop times.
With Admin Viewer, connections can also be made
and videos viewed at times other than those set
(→ P.4-24).

The maximum number is 20. When set to “0”, only the
Admin Viewer is permitted to control the camera.

“Maximum Frame Rate (fps)”
Sets the maximum number of frames captured per
second. Enter a number between 0.1 and 30. The
maximum frame rate is 30 fps.

“Maximum View Time (sec)”
Sets the maximum time the clients can view videos using
the WebView Livescope Viewer. Enter an integer
between 0 and 65535. A setting of 0 disables the time
limitation (unlimited connection time).

“Maximum Camera Control Time (sec)”
Sets the maximum time one client can keep the camera
control privilege using the WebView Livescope Viewer.
Enter an integer between 1 and 3600. The maximum
control time is 3600 seconds.

“Camera Stabilization Time (msec.)”
When the GetStillImage command (→ P.5-24) has been
requested, this setting specifies the delay to allow the
camera to stabilize before still picture is captured. Enter
an integer between 1 and 10000. The maximum delay is
10000 milliseconds.

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Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

Miscellaneous Settings Page

Use this page to specify various other settings.

Detail Settings

HTTP Server

“HTTP Port”
Sets the TCP port number for the HTTP. Enter an integer
between 1 and 65535. The default setting is No. 80.

“Global Address for Web Pages”
If a private address has been set in the VB-C10/VB-C10R
and you want to use the router’s NAT function to have a
fixed global address assigned to the VB-C10/VB-C10R
(→ P.5-26), enter a global address here so that you can
view the sample pages (→ P.5-6).

Connection Keeping

“Send packet regularly”
When this is selected, an ICMP Echo packet is
transmitted periodically to a specified address in order
to maintain the network connection.

“Target IP Address”
Enter the IP Address of the host to which the packet is
to be sent.

“Interval (min.)”
Specify the packet transmission interval in minutes. Enter
an integer between 1 and 60.

IP Installer

“Use IP Installer”
When this is selected, the VB-C10/VB-C10R’s IP address
can be set using the “VBIPI.exe” program contained on
the supplied CD-ROM.
In the factory default settings, this item is selected.

Setup Procedures

Click the “OK” button to change the settings. To discard the changes, click the “Cancel”

button. This returns you to the settings title page.

For the packet target address in the connection function, we recommend that you

consider the impact on traffic conditions and set the IP address that is nearest after

Note

the auto dial-up router.

Router

Internet

ISDN/leased line/
ADSL, etc

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Detail Settings

Administration Tools Settings Page

On-board File System Information

The On-board File System Information displays the used
space, free space and capacity (used space + free space)
in bytes.

Recorded Picture Information and Manipulation

The picture recording status and the number of recorded
pictures are displayed. Also, all recorded still pictures can
be deleted by clicking the “Delete” button.

Miscellaneous

“View Log Events”
Click the “View” button to see the historical log files of the
VB-C10/VB-C10R’s operation, viewers, etc.

“View Current Settings”
Displays a list of the current settings when the “View” button
is clicked.

“Reboot”
The VB-C10/VB-C10R will start again when the “Reboot”
button is clicked.

“Restore Settings”
When the “Restore” button is clicked, all settings on the
VB-C10/VB-C10R, except for network-related settings such
as the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway
address, are restored to the factory default settings.

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● When the Reset switch on the rear of the VB-C10/VB-C10R is pressed, all settings

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including the IP address are returned to the factory default settings (→ P.8-5).

● Since the work area for the VB-C10/VB-C10R is included in the free space on the

on-board file system, files may not be created when the free space becomes

approximately 100KB (→ P.5-8).

Click the “Cancel” button to exit from this page. This returns you to the settings title

page.

Chapter

VB Administration Tools

This chapter describes how to use the VB Administration

Tools in order to create panoramas, set view restrictions,

make presets, view logs, and use the Admin Viewer. Although

view restriction and preset settings can be made following the

procedures described in Chapter 3, the VB Administration

Tools and their more visual environment make the settings

much easier.

Overview of VB Administration Tools

VB Administration Tools is an application that simplifies the management and operation of the
VB-C10/VB-C10R.
VB Administration Tools comprises “VBAdmin Startup Panel” and “Panorama Creation Tool,”
“View Restriction Tool,” “Preset Setting Tool,” “Log Viewer,” and “Admin Viewer” applications.
Operations such as setting the VB-C10/VB-C10R or viewing pictures from a remote location with
special privilege, checking operating status or obtaining logs are easily performed through the

Internet or Intranet.

VB-C10 VB-C10R

VBAdmin Startup Panel (→ P.4-4)

Remote operation, setting, and information gathering

are possible through the Internet/Intranet.

Taking panorama pictures

Setting view restrictions

Setting presets

Viewing logs

Privileged viewing and operation

This is the main panel of VB Administration Tools. The tools

are started up from this panel. Install VB Administration Tools

first from the supplied CD-ROM.

Panorama Creation Tool (→ P.4-7)

This tool is used to take or create panorama pictures.

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View Restriction Tool (→ P.4-12)

This tool enables easier, more visual setting of view

restrictions. Restrictions can be set by operating the mouse

while referring to panorama previews.

Overview of VB Administration Tools

Preset Setting Tool (→ P.4-17)

This tool enables easier, more visual setting of camera preset

positions. Presets can be set by operating the mouse while

referring to panorama previews.

Log Viewer (→ P.4-22)

This tool enables viewing of operation status logs that are

output to the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Admin Viewer (→ P.4-24)

This tool has a special privilege aimed at administrators of the

VB-C10/VB-C10R. Use it when setting presets, view

restrictions, etc.

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Installing VB Administration Tools

Install VB Administration Tools from the CD-ROM supplied with the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

VB Administration Tools require that Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later be installed.

Note

1. Turn on the power to the PC.

If power to the PC is already on and Windows is running, exit all other applications before
installing VB Administration Tools.

2. Insert the CD-ROM supplied with the VB-C10/VB-C10R into the PC’s CD-ROM
drive, and follow the procedure below.

1 Double-click “My Computer” on the desktop.

When using Windows XP, click on the “Start” button, then click “My Computer”.

2 When the CD-ROM icon appears, double-click this icon, then double-click “AdmSetup exe.”

3. Perform the installation following instructions on the screen.

4. Complete installation.

When installation is complete, two icons are created on the desktop: “VB Admin Tools” and
“Admin Viewer”.

Also, When [Program]-[WebView Livescope] is selected from
the Start menu, two shortcuts are created in the same way.

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Starting Up VB Administration Tools

VB Administration Tools can be started up using the icon created on the desktop or by selecting it

from the Start menu.

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To Start Up...

1. If you are starting up a tool from the VBAdmin
Startup Panel, either double-click the “VB Admin
Tools” desktop icon or choose “VB Admin
Tools” from the Start menu.

2. When VB Administration Tools starts up, the
“Server Setting” dialog box appears.

To use VB Administration Tools, it must first be
connected to the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Enter the required information in the fields and click
the “OK” button.

● Host Name

Specify the IP address or host name.

● Administrator Account : root

Enter “root” as the administrator account. (This cannot be changed.)

● Administrator Password

Enter the administrator password that has been set on page 3-9. (The default setting is
“VB-C10” for both the VB-C10 and VB-C10R.)

● HTTP Port

Enter the HTTP port number that has been set in the VB-C10/VB-C10R. (The default
setting is 80.)

● URL for settings : admin

Enter “admin” as the administrator URL. (This cannot be changed.)

● Proxy

Please consult with the network administrator for proxy settings.

“Use HTTP Proxy Server”

Select this item if the connection to the VB-C10/VB-C10R is to pass through a proxy server.

“Host Name”

Specify the host name or IP address of the proxy server.

“Port”

Enter the port number of the proxy server. (The default setting is 8080.)

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Starting Up VB Administration Tools

3. The VBAdmin Startup Panel starts up.

The five tools—“Panorama Creation Tool”, “View Restriction Tool”, “Preset Setting Tool”, “Log
Viewer”, and “Admin Viewer”—can be started up from the Startup Panel by clicking on the
each button.

If the connection is disconnected after the VBAdmin Startup Panel has started up, choose
“Connect” from the File menu. The “Server Setting” dialog box then appears.

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● The “Panorama Creation Tool”, “View Restriction Tool”, and “Preset Setting Tool”

cannot be started up simultaneously. “Log Viewer” and “Admin Viewer” can be

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started up at the same time.

● If the connection to the VB-C10/VB-C10R is made through a proxy server, the

“Panorama Creation Tool”, “Log Viewer”, and “Admin Viewer” cannot be used.

Panorama Creation Tool

The Panorama Creation Tool is used to take and create panorama pictures for the VB-C10/

VB-C10R. When they have been created, the panorama pictures can be viewed when accessed

from the viewer.

The Panorama Creation Tool is used to

take and create panorama pictures and

save them in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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Panorama Creation Tool

About the Panorama Creation Tool Display Screen

An overview of the functions of the GUI that is displayed after the Panorama Creation Tool starts

up is described below.

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1 Display Connect Information

Displays the VB-C10/VB-C10R’s connection

information in a dialog box.

2 Reload Camera Information button

Recaptures camera information and

panorama information. If VB-C10/VB-C10R

settings were changed after this tool was

started up, this button can be used to get

the latest information.

3 Update Panorama Image button

Sends panorama pictures to the VB-C10/

VB-C10R and reloads them.

4 Captured date display

The date the panorama picture was

captured, if one was recorded, are

displayed here.

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5 Panorama picture display

Shows the panorama picture that was

captured.

6 Capture button

Captures panorama pictures.

7 Remove image button

Deletes panorama pictures.

8 Position of AE Lock switching

Switches AE lock position between

“Center” and “Current position”. The AE

Lock function captures pictures based on

the brightness of the selected position.

9 Backlight adjust switching

This function adjusts backlight. When

switched on, it is effective on images that

are dark due to backlight.

Panorama Creation Tool

Since the range that can be captured varies with the type of camera, the display

ranges of the panorama pictures are different.

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VB-C10 panorama picture VB-C10R panorama picture

Capturing Panorama Pictures

Since the entire area of panorama picture is captured and displayed during capturing,

if the VB-C10/VB-C10R is accessed from the viewer and pictures are viewed, even

Note

when view restrictions (→ P.3-12) have been set, there is a possibility that third parties

that were originally not intended to see the pictures may see them. Please keep this

sufficiently in mind when capturing and displaying panorama pictures.

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To Capture...

1. Check the AE Lock position and the backlight
adjustment settings, then click the “Capture”
button.

2. Capturing starts.

To stop capturing while it is in progress, click the “Stop”
button.

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Panorama Creation Tool

3. When capturing ends and the picture is
satisfactory, click the “OK” button.

Panorama creation can be discarded, or the AE lock
position or backlight adjustment settings can be
changed by clicking the “Cancel” button. When clicked,
the captured picture is discarded and the initial screen
returns.

To capture the picture again, click “Recapture” button.
Or, a square section in the displayed grid can be
captured again by double-clicking on that section.

Updating/Deleting Panorama Pictures

When capturing ends, the panorama picture is reflected when it is sent to the VB-C10/VB-C10R

and loaded.

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To Update...

Click the “Update Panorama Image” button. Or
choose “Update Panorama Image” from the
Server menu.

When the panorama picture is updated, the VB-C10/
VB-C10R automatically restarts and the connection with
VB Administration Tools is cut. A dialog box asking whether
or not to reconnect to the VB-C10/VB-C10R appears after
the VB-C10/VB-C10R restarts. When the “OK” button is
clicked, reconnection ocucurs. You can exit Panorama
Creation Tool while still connected or without reconnecting
to the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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To Delete...

Click the “Remove image” button, and then the
“Update Panorama Image” button.

The panorama picture saved in the VB-C10/VB-C10R is
deleted.

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Panorama Creation Tool

Reconnecting

Reconnections are made when a connection with the VB-C10/VB-C10R has been cut.

To make a reconnection, choose “Reconnect” from the

File menu.

Opening/Saving Pictures

Panorama pictures can be opened from picture files or saved as picture files.

To retrieve a picture file and use it for a panorama

picture, choose “Open” from the File menu. When the

dialog box appears, select the file you want to use.

To save a captured panorama picture as a picture file,

choose “Save” from the File menu. When the dialog box

appears, select the folder where the file is to be saved

and enter the file name. In both cases, only the JPEG

format is supported.

VB Administration Tools

Displaying Connection Information

Connection information during connection with the VB-C10/VB-C10R can be displayed.

Choose “Connect Information” from the Server menu

and a dialog box showing the connection information

appears.

The IP address that was set in the VB-C10/VB-C10R is

displayed in the “Host name” (→ P.3-9). The “Video

transmission port” and the “Camera control port” that were

set on page 3-20 and the “HTTP port” that was set on

page 3-21 are all displayed.

While the Panorama Creation Tool is starting up, the video capture size (→ P.3-11)

automatically becomes 160 × 120. It returns to the original specified size when you

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exit this tool.

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View Restriction Tool

The View Restriction Tool is used to set view restriction visually and more easily for the VB-C10/

VB-C10R. The viewing range is simply set using mouse operations such as dragging, while viewing

the panorama picture.

Example:

You want to distribute video of a

tourist site but you want to place

restrictions on the zoom.

→ Set the view restrictions using the

View Restriction Tool.

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Only the range that was specified in the

view restriction is displayed in the viewer.

View Restriction Tool

The View Restriction Tool Display Screen

An overview of the functions of the GUI displayed when the View Restriction Tool is started up is

given below.

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1 Load button

Loads the view restriction values currently set in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

2 Send button

Sends to the VB-C10/VB-C10R the current view restriction values edited with this tool.

3 Reflect set values button

Reflects in the VB-C10/VB-C10R the view restriction values that were sent by clicking the
“Send” button.

4 Cancel button

This button can be clicked during communication with the VB-C10/VB-C10R to cut the
connection.

5 Panorama Preview

Displays panorama pictures saved in the VB-C10/VB-C10R. The frames that reproduce the
values of all the view restriction settings are displayed on the panorama picture. These frames
can be displayed when “Apply the View Restriction” is selected. Also, dragging operations can
be used to change the shapes of the frames and reflect the changes in the setting values.

● View Restriction Preview frames

“Pan • Tilt Preview Frame (red)” ..................... Currently set Upper • Lower • Left • Right value

restriction area

“Wide-angle Preview Frame (green)” ............. Currently set wide-angle restriction area

“Telephoto Preview Frame (yellow)” ............... Currently set telephoto restriction area

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6 Apply the View Restriction

View restriction settings are applied when this item is selected.

7 View Restriction Values Entry box and Get Value button

The current view restriction settings are displayed in the View Restrictions Value Entry box,

and new values can be entered to change the settings. When the “Get Value” button is clicked,

the current shooting angle of the VB-C10/VB-C10R can be retrieved and reflected in the setting

values.

● View restriction setting values

“Upper value” ...... Value for the upper limit of the view restriction. The upper value of the

VB-C10/VB-C10R’s shooting angle is obtained using the “Get Value” button.

“Lower value” ...... Value for the lower limit of the view restriction. The lower value of the VB-C10/

VB-C10R’s shooting angle is obtained using the “Get Value” button.

“Left value” ......... Value for the left limit of the view restriction. The left value of the VB-C10/

VB-C10R’s shooting angle is obtained using the “Get Value” button.

“Right value” .......Value for the right limit of the view restriction. The right value of the VB-C10/

VB-C10R’s shooting angle is obtained using the “Get Value” button.

“Telephoto” ......... Value for the telephoto limit of the view restriction. The zoom value of the

VB-C10/VB-C10R’s shooting angle is obtained using the “Get Value” button.

“Wide-angle” ....... Value for the wide-angle limit of the view restriction. The zoom value of

the VB-C10/VB-C10R’s shooting angle is obtained using the “Get Value”

button.

8 Admin Viewer button

This button can be used to start up Admin Viewer.

9 Preview button

Clicking this button allows checking of the set values specified in the View Restriction Values

Entry box with the View Restriction Preview frame.

10 Status List

Displays the results of communication between this tool and the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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Edited content will not be reflected in the viewer accessed to the VB-C10/VB-C10R

at the stage when the “Send” button is used to send edited content to the VB-C10/

Note

VB-C10R. After confirming the edited content, be sure to use the “Reflect set values”

button to reflect the settings in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

View Restriction Tool

Setting View Restrictions

View Restrictions can be set in one of two ways. Use the method that suits your environment or

taste.

1: Retrieving values from Admin Viewer and changing settings

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To Make Settings...

Start up Admin Viewer and set the view restriction from the shooting angle of the VB-C10/

VB-C10R.

1 Select the “Apply the View Restriction”.

Click the “Admin Viewer” button to start it up.

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2 Use Admin Viewer to move the camera angle to

the position you want to set with the Upper,
Lower, Left, Right, Telephoto, and Wide-angle
values, then click the “Get Value” button for
each.

View restrictions set can be checked in the View Restriction
Values Entry box, or with the View Restriction Preview
frame. Set these values so that Upper > Lower, Left <
Right, and Telephoto

<

Wide-angle.

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3 Click the “Send” button.

Check the Status List to be sure the values were sent
correctly. Then when the “Reflect set values” button is
clicked, the values will be reflected in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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2: Changing Settings from the View Restriction Preview Frame

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To Make Settings...

The View Restriction Preview frame on the panorama picture can be used to set view
restrictions.

1 Select the “Apply the View Restriction”. Set the

view restrictions by using the mouse to move or
change the shape of the “Pan
(red)”, “Telephoto Preview Frame (yellow)”, and
“Wide-angle Preview Frame (green)” displayed on
the panorama picture.

When enlarging or reducing the Telephoto Preview and Wide­angle Preview frames, however, the vertical:horizontal ratio
is fixed.

2 Click the “Send” button.

Check the Status List to be sure the values were sent
correctly. Then when the “Reflect set values” button is
clicked, the values will be reflected in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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Tilt Preview Frame

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● Since previews using Panorama Preview may be slightly different from the actual

pictures, after the view restrictions have been set, please check to be sure the

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viewer correctly reflects the view restrictions in the actual picture. In this event,

since Admin Viewer normally operates the camera irrespective of the view restriction

settings, please choose [View Restriction]-[ON] from the Privilege menu (→ P.4-

26).

● When you want to clear the view restriction settings, remove tick from the “Apply

the View Restriction” check box, click the “Send” and “Reflect set values” buttons

to reflect in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

● View restriction is not applied to the values with entry boxes left blank even the

“Apply the View Restriction” is selected.

● For details on view restriction settings, see page 3-12.

Preset Setting Tool

The Preset Setting Tool more easily and uniformly sets the preset function of the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Settings can be made using simple mouse operations such as clicking and dragging while referring

to the panorama picture.

Setting presets using the Preset

Setting Tool

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Reflecting preset settings in the viewer

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Preset Setting Tool Display Screen

An overview of the functions of the GUI that is displayed after the Preset Setting Tool starts up is

described below.

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1 Load button

Loads the VB-C10/VB-C10R’s current preset settings.

2 Send button

Sends to the VB-C10/VB-C10R the current preset settings edited with this tool.

3 Reflect set values button

Reflects in the VB-C10/VB-C10R the preset settings that were sent by clicking the “Send”

button.

4 Cancel button

This button can be clicked during communication with the VB-C10/VB-C10R to cut the

connection.

5 Preset Selection box

Select the preset to be set.

6 For Picture Recording only

Select whether or not settings are to be used with the viewer. If selected, presets are used only

when recording pictures; if not selected, presets can be used not only for picture recording but

for the viewer as well.

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7 Panorama Preview

Displays the panorama picture saved in the VB-C10/VB-C10R. A preset preview frame (yellow)

that reproduces the preset values that were set is displayed on the panorama picture. By

dragging this frame to move it or change its shape, or by clicking on the panorama picture, the

changes can be reflected in the setting values.

Also, when a view restriction is set for the VB-C10/VB-C10R, the view restriction frame is

displayed on the panorama picture in blue or red. If the frame is red, this indicates that the

entered preset values are outside the view restriction.

8 Preset Name

A name can be assigned to the presets.

9 The Preset Values Entry box and the Brightness Selection box

The current preset settings are displayed in the Preset Values Entry box. These values can be

changed by entering new values.

● Preset Settings

“Pan” ............ Sets the pan position for the camera.

“Tilt” .............. Sets the tilt position for the camera.

“Zoom” ......... Sets the value for the camera’s angle of zoom.

● Brightness

Sets the target value for the camera’s auto exposure feature. Select “Brighter” if the picture

is darker due to backlight or other factor.

10 Get Value button

When the “Get Value” button is clicked, the current shooting angle of the VB-C10/VB-C10R is

retrieved and reflected in the settings.

11 Admin Viewer button

This button can be used to start up Admin Viewer.

12 Preview button

Clicking this button allows checking of the set values specified in the Preset Values Entry box

with the Preset Preview frame.

13 Status List

Displays the results of communication between this tool and the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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Edited content will not be reflected in the viewer accessed to the VB-C10/VB-C10R

at the stage when the “Send” button is used to send edited content to the VB-C10/

Note

VB-C10R. After confirming the edited content, be sure to use the “Reflect set values”

button to reflect the settings in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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Preset Setting Tool

Setting Presets

Presets can be set in one of two ways. Use the method that suits your environment or taste.

1: Retrieving values from Admin Viewer and changing settings

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To Make Settings...

Start up Admin Viewer and set the shooting angle of the VB-C10/VB-C10R as a preset.

1 From the Preset Selection box, select the preset

to be set, and enter the Preset Name.

Click the “Admin Viewer” button to start it up.

2 Use Admin Viewer to move the camera angle to

the position you want to set preset angle, then click
the “Get Value” button.

Preset set can be checked in the Preset Values Entry box,
or with the Preset Preview frame.

3 Click the “Send” button.

Check the Status List to be sure the values were sent
correctly. Then when the “Reflect set values” button is
clicked, the values will be reflected in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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2: Changing Settings from the Preset Preview Frame

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To Make Settings...

The Preset Preview frame on the panorama picture can be used to set presets.

1 From the Preset Selection box, select the preset

to be set, and enter the Preset Name.

Set the presets by using the mouse to move or change
the shape of the Preset Preview Frame displayed on the
panorama picture. Also, when the mouse is clicked on the
picture, the Preset Preview Frame moves so that this click
point becomes the center point of the frame.

2 Click the “Send” button.

Check the Status List to be sure the values were sent
correctly. Then when the “Reflect set values” button is
clicked, the values will be reflected in the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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● If view restrictions are to be used, be sure that the Preset Preview Frame (yellow)

does not protrude outside the View Restriction Frame (blue).

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● Since previews using Panorama Preview may be slightly different from the actual

picture, after the presets have been set, please check to be sure the viewer is

correctly reflecting the presets in the actual picture.

● Once presets have been set, they cannot be deleted. If you do not want to these

presets to be used, select “For Picture Recording only” so that the presets cannot

be used in the Helper Viewer. In the Java Viewer, use of the presets can be disabled

by changing the LiveApplet parameters and disabling the Preset Selection box

display.

● For details on preset settings, see page 3-15.

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Log Viewer

The VB-C10/VB-C10R includes a feature that writes operating status to a log file and saves it. Log

Viewer simplifies the reading of log files and provides management and resolution of errors. Log

Viewer not only displays all logs, it is also capable of filtering so that only the required information

is displayed.

Viewing Logs

When Log Viewer is started up from the VBAdmin Startup Panel, it automatically retrieves the

most recent log file and displays the recent logs.

The following content is displayed in the log.

● Code

The log displays error codes. For error codes, refer to page 7-4 of the User’s Manual.

Error codes are displayed with one of four types of icons according to level.

“Information level” “Error level”

“Warning level” “Unknown”

● Date & Time

The date and time when the log was generated is displayed.

● Message

Log messages are displayed.

Using selection criteria to display logs

Logs can be filtered according to type, code, or date and time so that only the required information

is displayed.

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To Set Selection Criteria...

1. Choose “Filter” from the View menu.

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Log Viewer

2. The Filter dialog box appears. Set the
following selection criteria and click the “OK”
button to display only the logs that match
those criteria.

If filtering is not required, click the “Cancel” button.

[Error Type]

If logs are to be filtered according to type of error, select the “Specify Type” or “Specify Code”;

if not, select the “Not Specified”.

● Specify Type

Specifying the levels of the logs

From Error, Warning, and Information, select the error levels to be displayed.

Specifying the modules that output the logs

From Application, HTTP Sever, System, and Driver, select the output source modules to be

displayed.

● Specify Code

Specify the error code of the logs. The error codes of the logs are compared to the characters

that are entered and only logs with matching error codes will be displayed. For example, if

“A0” is entered, logs whose error codes start with “A0” will be displayed.

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[Date & Time]

● Specify Start Date & Time

Logs generated after the specified date and time can be displayed.

● Specify End Date & Time

Logs generated before the specified date and time can be displayed.

● There is no log message related to the HTTP server and the driver in the VB-C10/

VB-C10R.

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● “Application” and “System” correspond to the log messages list (→ P.7-4).

● Application: Log messages related to applications (→ P.7-4)

These log messages refer to applicaion such as WebView and picture recording.

● System: Log messages related to the system (→ P.7-4)

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Admin Viewer

Admin Viewer is a viewer containing functions for managing the VB-C10/VB-C10R. Compared to

the Helper and Java Viewers, Admin Viewer lets you perform operations such as retrieve exclusive

camera control privileges, ignore view restrictions, and operate external devices.

Starting Up Admin Viewer

Click the “Admin Viewer” on the VBAdmin Startup Panel

Or double-click the “Admin Viewer” icon on the desktop.

When the Admin Livescope window appears, click the “File” then the “Connect”. The “Server

Setting” dialog box appears. Enter the following items:

● Host Name (The IP address set on the VB-C10/VB-C10R, → P.3-4)

● User Name (root, → P.3-4)

● Password (→ P.3-9)

Then click the “OK” button. The video will then be

displayed.

■ Special privileges of Admin Viewer

● Connections are also possible outside service times

(→ P.3-20).

● Connection time is unlimited.

● Exclusive camera control privileges. Invalidates control

privileges held by and requests obtained from other

viewers.

● Ignore view restrictions.

● Operates external devices.

Control Button

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Since most operations and settings of Admin Viewer are common with the Helper

Viewer, basic camera control and the like are omitted here. This chapter describes

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only the functions and operations that are unique to Admin Viewer.

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

About the special privileges of administrators

Since Admin Viewer has more special privileges than the Helper and Java Viewers,

please keep in mind the following points when using Admin Viewer:

● Since connection time is unlimited, please exit the Viewer after viewing.

● When a camera control privilege has been obtained, Admin Viewer forcibly continues

to obtain this privilege. After viewing, be sure to exit the Viewer or click the “Control”

button again to release these privileges.

● When making settings, keep in mind that images outside the view restrictions are

displayed also in Java and Helper Viewers that are connected simultaneously with

Admin Viewer.

Admin Viewer

Operating External Device

Setting Notification of Changes in External Device Input Status

A message box can be displayed in the event a change in the external device input status occurs

due to a sensor connected to the VB-C10/VB-C10R or other factor.

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To Make Settings...

1. Choose “Setup properties” from the View menu.

2. When the “Setup properties” dialog box appears,
click the “Display option” tab.

Check to be sure the “Display notification message for
external device input” check box is selected, then click
the “OK” button.

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A message appears in the event a change occurs in the
external device input status.

If the Admin Viewer is minimized or in full screen mode, the notification message for

external device input appears after the normal display is restored. Also, this message

Note

is not displayed when the “External Device Input” dialog box (→ P.4-26) is displayed.

Displaying and Saving the External Device Input Status

The external device input status can be displayed and, when required, saved as a log.

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To Make Settings...

1. Choose “External Device Input” from the Privilege
menu.

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2. The “External Device Input” dialog box appears.

To save this content as a log, click the “Save” button, then
specify a file name and where it should be saved.

To clear the content in the display, click the “Clear” button.

To close the dialog box, click the “Close” button.

Operating External Device Output

The ON/OFF status of external device output to an external output device such as a light can be

changed.

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To Make Settings...

1. Click “Control” button to retrieve the camera
control privileges, and choose “External Device
Output” from the Privilege menu.

2. The “External Device Output” dialog box appears.

The external device output status can be changed using
the ON/OFF buttons for each terminal.

To close the dialog box, click the “Close” button.

Enabling/Disabling View Restrictions

View restrictions can be enabled or disabled when controlling the camera.

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To Make Settings...

Choose either “ON” or “OFF” for View Restriction
in the Privilege menu.

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Chapter

Creating Web Pages

This chapter describes how to use the VB-C10/VB-C10R to

webcast information.

Picture data can be distributed in various ways, including

displaying video or still pictures and displaying multiple

images on a Web page.

Web Pages for Video Distribution

To distribute picture data by VB-C10/VB-C10R, you create a dedicated Web page. The viewers

that can be used with the VB-C10/VB-C10R are “Java Viewer (with or without camera control

function)” and “Helper Viewer”, and detailed parameters can be specified for each of these. You

need to determine which of these viewers is supported and create the Web page for the viewer.

Dedicated
Web server

1 Access to Web pages

HTTP (WWW) server

2 IP address information notification

Internet

3 Request for video

VB-C10

If you select a link requesting video in step 1, a file that includes the IP address information for
the VB-C10/VB-C10R is sent from the Web server in step 2. If you are using the Java Viewer, the

applet is downloaded to the viewer PC from the VB-C10/VB-C10R in response to the request in
step 3 and the video is distributed.

The VB-C10/VB-C10R includes a built-in Web server. If the content of Web pages

used for distributing videos is stored onto the flash memory in the VB-C10/VB-C10R,

Note

the VB-C10/VB-C10R can be used alone for distributing Web pages and videos over

the Web. Please refer to page 5-8 for procedures on how to save Web page data.

You can use the Language setting function for the Browser to create a multi-lingual

Web site. For example, if you set the French-language top page as index-fr.html and

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the English-language top page as index.html and supply users with a URL address

terminates in slash, such as http://vb-c10/sample/, the server will transmit a file that

corresponds with the language setting for the Browser. For further information on the

Language setting function for the Browser, refer to the Browser Help.

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Features of the Java Viewers

These viewers are supplied as Java applets. They run on Web browsers that are Java-capable,

such as the Netscape Navigator and Microsoft Internet Explorer browsers. The applets are

downloaded from the camera server to the Web browser and are then run by the Web browser.

The features of the Java Viewers are described below.

● Video distribution and camera operation using the WebView-HTTP protocol.

● Penetrate firewalls to access external sites.

● Because they are automatically downloaded, the Java Viewers do not need to

be pre-installed by the client.

● Java Viewers run on a wide variety of platforms.

Because the Java applets are downloaded using the HTTP protocol when the viewer

starts up, the start up time is longer than the Helper Viewer.

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Java Viewer Types

Two Java Viewers are “LiveApplet”, which has video display and camera control functions, and

“Glimpse”, which only has video display functions. Because both viewers use WebView-HTTP as

the transfer protocol, they do not require special settings to penetrate firewalls.

Creating Web Pages

Viewer Types

Viewer Name Functions

1 Displays videos from the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

LiveApplet

Glimpse

2 Allows camera control.
3 Allows overlays and superimposition of bitmaps in the video frame.

* Because video is not displayed until the viewer has finished

downloading, video display takes longer than with the Helper Viewer.

Allows the video distribution interval to be set.
* Downloading is faster than “LiveApplet” because it has only simple

functions and size is small.

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Java Viewer

LiveApplet

Video display function

Camera control function

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Java Viewer

Glimpse

Video display function

Panorama Picture

Web Pages for Video Distribution

Features of the Helper Viewer

The Helper Viewer is an application which is launched from a Web browser. Unlike the Java

Viewer, it must be pre-installed on the client's computer. The features of the Helper Viewer are

described below.

● Must be pre-installed, but once installed, start-up time is quick and operation is

stable.

● The Helper Viewer can use WebView-HTTP protocol and can penetrate firewalls

to access external sites. However, this cannot pass through with the WebView­TCP protocol (→ P.5-22).

● Can be run as a stand-alone application.

Creating Web Pages

Click

Panorama Picture

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Viewing Sample Pages

Ready-made video distribution sample pages are provided with the VB-C10/VB-C10R. Follow the

procedure below to view these pages. Refer to these pages when creating your own Web pages.

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Viewing the Pages

1. Launch your Web browser and enter the following URL:

http://192.168.100.1/sample/

* The underlined portion is a sample IP address. Enter the actual IP address that was set on the VB-C10/

VB-C10R.

2. The page shown below appears with links to
the other sample pages. Click on the link to
the sample page you want to view.

Examples of sample pages

JavaApplet sample 1 JavaApplet sample 2

This is a LiveApplet sample page which distributes
live videos and allows users to control the camera.

Still picture request page using JavaScript

This is a sample page which displays a live still picture.

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This is a sample page which combinines LiveApplet
and Glimpse.

Using the Java Viewer to Distribute Videos

This section describes how to use the Java Viewers to provide videos. Application examples are

also given.

Using the Java Viewer to Create a Web Page

When you use the Java Viewer, the viewer applet to be used must be incorporated into the Web

page you provide. However, this is not especially difficult. The page can be created using the

HTML normally used to include an applet.

LiveApplet

<applet codebase="http://192.168.100.1/-wvdoc-01-/LiveApplet/"

code="LiveApplet.class" archive="LiveApplet.zip"

width=450 height=380>

<param name=url value="http://192.168.100.1/">

<param name=cabbase value="LiveApplet.cab">

</applet>

Glimpse

<applet codebase="http://192.168.100.1/-wvdoc-01-/Glimpse/"

code="Glimpse.class" archive="Glimpse.zip"

width=160 height=120>

<param name=url value="http://192.168.100.1/">

<param name=cabbase value="Glimpse.cab">

</applet>

Creating Web Pages

Enter the parameters required by the applet between the <applet> -</applet> tags.

Use the <param> tag for parameters other than the common attributes for applets (codebase,

code, archive, width and height).

* The underlined portion is a sample IP address. Enter the actual IP address set for the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

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Saving Web Page Data

The VB-C10/VB-C10R is equipped with a Flash memory where Web page data can be saved.

Data is saved by transfering the data files using FTP. The data is placed as a file under /usr/html/

local.

Device File system URL

On-board flash
memoly

● To use a Web browser as an FTP client:

Note

Insert “root:password@” before the IP address, as in “ftp://root:password@192.168.100.1/

usr/html/local/”. The VB-C10/VB-C10R does not support anonymous FTP.

● The output performance may be lowered when there is not enough free space on

the on-board file system. Please be sure to place the minimum required amount of

data on the on-board file system (→ P.3-22).

(accessed by an ftp client) (accessed from a Web browser)

ftp://IP address/usr/html/local http://IP address/local/

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Example of Using the Java Viewer to Create a Web Page

This section describes an example in which the Java Viewer is used to create a Web page.

Use this example to create your own original Web page.

Embed the Java Viewer, and Display a Text in a Separate Frame

1 Frame settings

2 The text displayed in a

separate frame

3 Frame with the embedded

Java Viewer

Writing IP Addresses

Using the Web server functions built into the VB-C10/VB-C10R, IP addresses can be

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expressed as <_I_P_A_D_D_R_> (all upper-case characters, including the angle

brackets) in the three file types (html, wvh and wvp) used by the Web server in the

VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Since <_I_P_A_D_D_R_> is replaced with the actual address when the VB-C10/

VB-C10R is accessed, the Web page does not need to be changed even when the

VB-C10/VB-C10R’s IP address is changed. NAT can also be supported by specifying

a global address for the Web page (→ P.5-26).

Creating Web Pages

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1 sample.htm

<html>

<head>

<title>SampleSite LiveApplet</title>

</head>

<frameset rows="70,*">

<frame src="header.htm">

<frame src="lvappl.htm">

</frameset>

</html>

2 header.htm

<html>

<head>

<title>LiveApplet comment</title>

</head>

<body>

<center><h1>LiveApplet</h1></center>

</body>

</html>

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<html>

<head>

<title>LiveApplet</title>

</head>

<body>

<applet codebase="http://192.168.100.1/-wvdoc-01-/LiveApplet/"

code="LiveApplet.class" archive="LiveApplet.zip"

width=450 height=380>

<param name=cabbase value="LiveApplet.cab">

<param name=url value="http://192.168.100.1/">

</applet>

</body>

</html>

* The underlined portion is a sample IP address. Enter the actual IP address set for the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Using the Java Viewer to Distribute Videos

Using Glimpse and LiveApplet Together

This section describes how to create a Web page that allows clients to use Glimpse to download

quickly and view live video at a low frame rate, and then use LiveApplet to view video at a high

frame rate and control the camera when they find videos they are particularly interested in.

1 Glimpse embedded in the

page

Click the button to display
the page in which LiveApplet
is embedded.

Creating Web Pages

2 Pop-up LiveApplet window

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1 glimps.htm

<html>
<head>
<script language="JavaScript">
<!-­function clicked(btn) {

url = btn.name

window.open(url,"LiveApplet","width=490,height=400")
}
// -->
</script>
<title>Glimpse</title>
</head>
<body>
<table>
<form name="form">
<tr><td><center>
<applet codebase="http://192.168.100.1/-wvdoc-01-/Glimpse/"

code="Glimpse.class" archive="Glimpse.zip"

width=160 height=120>
<param name=cabbase value="Glimpse.cab">
<param name=url value="http://192.168.100.1/">
</applet>
</center></td></tr>
<tr><td><center>
<input type="Button" name="popup.htm" value="click me"
onClick="clicked(this)">
</center></td></tr>
</form>
</table>
</body>
</html>

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<html>
<head>
<title>LiveApplet</title>
</head>
<body>
<center>
<applet codebase="http://192.168.100.1/-wvdoc-01-/LiveApplet/"

code="LiveApplet.class" archive="LiveApplet.zip"

width=450 height=380>
<param name=cabbase value="LiveApplet.cab">
<param name=url value="http://192.168.100.1/">
</applet>
</center>
</body>
</html>

* The underlined portion is a sample IP address. Enter the actual IP address set for the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Using the Java Viewer to Distribute Videos

Providing “LiveApplet” without Camera Control

This section describes how to create a Web page that only displays live video and has no camera

control GUI for situations where you want to prohibit camera control.

<applet ...... width=320 height=240>

<param name=controller_style value="none"> ............................................................ 1

1 specifies the camera control user interface.

“normal”: The usual style.

“preset_only”: Preset operation only is displayed.

“none”: Not displayed.

Creating Web Pages

Modifying the Startup and Disconnection Screens

You can modify the image files (JPEG or GIF image files) shown in the startup and disconnection

screens.

Nothing Specified

Startup screen Disconnection screen

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Certain Images Specified

Startup screen Disconnection screen

If no particular image is specified, the “connecting to hostname” (when the hostname parameter is

specified) or “now connecting” animation is displayed at startup and the “disconnected hostname”

(when the hostname parameter is specified) or “disconnected” is displayed at disconnection.

You can modify the screens to show any image by providing images for the startup and

disconnection screens and setting the parameters. The image size is automatically adjusted to

the size specified in the video_width parameter. The display time for the specified screen at startup

can also be specified.

<param name=open_image value="/local/images/opening.jpg"> ............................. 1

<param name=open_image_time value="3000"> ........................................................ 2

<param name=close_image value="/local/images/closing.jpg"> .............................. 3

1 specifies the file name for the startup image screen.
2 specifies the display time for the startup image screen (in milliseconds).
3 specifies the file name for the disconnection image screen.

You must use the absolute path name (name that begins with “/”) to specify the path

for the image file displayed (→ P.5-8).

Note

● At startup, the default character string that is displayed while a connection to the

VB-C10/VB-C10R is being established is “now connecting”, but there is also a

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parameter called “connect_msg” for changing this character string. For additional

parameters for changing display character strings, see page 5-17.

● If the user’s service time has been set (→ P.3-20), screen images are not displayed

outside the specified time.

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Displaying the Host Name, Frame Count and Other Information on the Video Screen

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4

<param name=show_fps value="on"> 1

<param name=show_counter value="on"> 2

<param name=hostname value="CANON">

<param name=show_hostname value="on">

<param name=comment value="VB-C10 site">

<param name=show_comment value="on">

1 specifies whether the frame rate is displayed on the screen.

“on”: Displayed.

“off”: Not displayed.

2 specifies whether the frame count is displayed on the screen.

“on”: Displayed.

“off”: Not displayed.

3 specifies the host name (any text string) to be displayed on the screen and whether the host

name is displayed.

“on”: Displayed.

“off”: Not displayed.

4 specifies a comment to be displayed on the screen and whether the comment is displayed.

“on”: Displayed.

“off”: Not displayed.

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Displaying Bitmap Images on the Video Screen

Sample transparent GIF

<param name=superimpose value="/local/logos/newlogo.gif,0,0">

* The underlined portion “x,y” specifies the display position. When x,y = 0,0, the image is displayed in the top

left corner. If “x,y” is omitted, the image is displayed in the center of the frame.

Specifying the Background Color

<html>

<body bgcolor=#cccccc>

<applet codebase=http://...code="LiveApplet.class" width=450 height=380>

<param name=url value="http://192.168.100.1">

<param name=bg_color value="#cccccc">

</applet>

</body>

</html>

* The underlined portion is a sample IP address. Enter the actual IP address set for the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

Pasting a Picture to the Background

<param name=bg_image value="/local/images/back.gif"> ........................................ 1

<param name=image_offset value="0,0"> ................................................................... 2

1 specify the displayed picture file.
2 specify to display it at x,y (underlined portion).

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Java Viewer Parameters

You can specify applet parameters to provide an applet tailored to modify the behaviour or

appearance of applets. Refer to the table below to ensure that you thoroughly understand the

parameters.

LiveApplet

Parameter Name

bg_color Yes

close_image Yes

comment Yes

gui-type Yes

hostname Yes

open_image Yes

open_image_time

show_capture Yes

show_comment Yes

show_counter Yes

show_fps Yes

show_hostname

show_panobutton

Omissible

Use this parameter to set the background color. The parameter specification format
is“#RRGGBB” (values between 0 and 255 for each component color expressed
as a hexadecimal).
Eg. White: “#FFFFFF”, Grey: “#AAAAAA”, Green: “#00FF00”
If this parameter is omitted, the default background color is used.

You can use this parameter to specify the screen displayed in the video display
window at the time of disconnection. Specify the name of a JPEG or GIF file. If
this parameter is omitted, the default disconnection screen is displayed.

This parameter specifies the comment text string displayed as an overlay on the
applet. If this parameter is omitted, no comment is displayed.

Specifies whether the panorama window should be pop-up displayed or embedded
in the page. Specify “embed” for making it an embedded display. When specifying
“embed”, the Width and Height of the applet tags must be specified a little larger
(Eg. width=500; height=660).

This parameter specifies the host name displayed in the applet. This value is
used as the host name in messages displayed during connection, etc. If this
parameter is omitted, no host name is displayed.

You can use this parameter to specify the screen that appears in the video display
window until the first video image appears. Specify the name of a JPEG or GIF
file. If this parameter is omitted, the default startup screen is displayed.

When a startup screen is specified in the “open_image” parameter, this parameter
specifies the display time. The time is specified in milliseconds (1/1000 sec.),

Yes

and the default value is 0. The image is displayed until the first video frame
appears. Values from 0 to 30000 (30 seconds) can be specified.

This function specifies whether the Snapshot button is displayed. Specify “on” or
“off”. The default value is “on”. The button is always displayed unless “off” is
explicitly specified.

This function displays the comment as an overlay on the video image. Specify
“on” or “off”. The default value is “off”.

This function displays the frame count as an overlay on the video image. Specify
“on” or “off”. The default value is “off”.

This function displays the frame rate as an overlay on the video image. Specify
“on” or “off”. The default value is “off”.

This function displays the host name as an overlay on the video image. Specify

Yes

“on” or “off”. The default value is “off”. Note that this parameter is only valid if the
“hostname” parameter is specified.

Specify whether or not to display the panorama window pop-up button. The default

Yes

value is “on”.

Description

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Parameter Name

superimpose Yes

url No

video_width Yes

auto_connect Yes

bg_image Yes

click_action Yes

connect_msg Yes

controller_style Yes

disconnect_msg

error_msg Yes

font_size Yes

image_offset Yes

no_connect_msg

overlay_font_color

show_logo Yes

too_many_msg Yes

Omissible

Yes

Yes

Yes

Description

This function displays a bitmap image as an overlay on the video image. Specify
the image using the “bitmap-filename,x,y” format. Use the GIF format for bitmap
images (transparent GIFs supported). The “x,y” parameters specify the coordinates
of the bitmap image position on the video frame. If “x,y” is omitted, the image is
displayed in the center of the video frame.

Specify the URL of the HTTP server for applet access. Specify the IP address
and port number that match those specified in the codebase attribute.

This parameter specifies the video image display size (in pixels). Specify the
width. The display sizes are 80 to 640, and any value can be set as the width.
The height is calculated as 3/4 of the specified width. Eg. video_width=“240”
(height=240 × 3/4=180.)

Specifies whether or not connection to the camera server should be established
at the same time that the applet starts up. Select “on” or “off”. When “on” is selected,
connection is established when the applet starts up and moving pictures are
displayed. With “off”, the connection is not established when the applet starts up
and the character string that was specified with the “no_connect_msg” parameter
is displayed. The “connect()” method is called up to establish connections.

The picture displayed in the background of LiveApplet can be specified. A JPEG
or GIF file can be specified. The WebView Livescope logo is not displayed if
specified. If not specified, the default picture is used.

Specifies behavior when a moving picture display area is clicked. “pt” specifies
pan and tilt; “none” specifies no reaction. The default is “pt”.

Specifies the character string that is displayed while connection to the camera
server is being established. The default is “now connecting”.

Specifies the GUI style for controlling the camera. “normal” specifies the usual
GUI style; “preset_only” specifies preset operation only; “none” specifies that the
entire GUI will not be displayed. With “preset_only”, only the Control Start button,
the Camera Control Status window, the Preset Selection bar, and the Snapshot
button are displayed.

Specifies the character string that is displayed when the connection to the camera
server is cut. The default is “disconnected”.

Specifies the character string that is displayed when connection to the camera
server has failed. The default is “can’t connect”.

Specifies the display size for connect_msg, disconnect_msg, error_msg,
no_connect_msg, and too_many_msg. The default makes size dependent on
the display area.

Specifies the display position of the picture file specified at bg_image. With the
upper left coordinates of the picture at “0,0” and the right direction given as x and
the down direction as y, image_offset is specified as “x,y”. The default is “335,0”.

Specifies the character string to be displayed following applet startup when
auto_connect is “off”. The default is “no connection”.

Specifies the color of the character string specified for “comment” and “hostname”.
The color is specified at “#RRGGBB”. The default is yellow.

Specifies whether or not the WebView Livescope logo should appear in the upper
right of the screen. It appears if show_logo is “on” and does not appear if it is
“off”.

Specifies the character string that is displayed when connection to the camera
server fails because the limit on the number of connections was exceeded. The
default is “too many clients”.

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Glimpse

Parameter Name

comment Yes

hostname Yes

show_counter Yes

show_hostname

sleep Yes

url No

auto_connect Yes

connect_msg Yes

disconnect_msg

error_msg Yes

font_size Yes

no_connect_msg

Omissible

Yes

Yes

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Description

This parameter specifies the comment text string displayed as an overlay on the
applet. If this parameter is omitted, no comment is displayed.

This parameter specifies the host name displayed in the applet (alphanumeric
character only). This value is used as the host name in messages displayed
during connection, etc. If this parameter is omitted, no host name is displayed.

This function displays the frame count as an overlay on the video image. Specify
“on” or “off”. The default value is “off”.

This function displays the host name as an overlay on the video image. Specify
“on” or “off”. The default value is “off”. Note that this parameter is only valid if the
“hostname” parameter is specified.

This parameter specifies the interval (in milliseconds) at which the screen is
updated. If this parameter is omitted, the screen is updated at 5-second intervals.
Because the Glimpse applet is designed to be used for displaying multiple sites
as a list, this parameter is provided as a means of reducing the processing load.
Intervals between 0 and 300,000 ms (5 minutes) can be set. If 0 is specified, the
interval is not adjusted.

Specify the URL of the HTTP server for applet access. Specify the IP address
and port number that match those specified in the codebase attribute.

Specifies whether or not connection to the camera server should be established
simultaneously with applet startup. Specify either “on” or “off”. When “on”, a
connection is established simultaneously with applet startup; when “off”, no
connection is established when the applet starts up and the character string
specified for no_connect_msg is displayed. The connect() method is called up in
order to make connections..

Specifies the character string to be displayed while a connection to the camera
server is being established. The default is “now connecting”.

Specifies the character string to be displayed when a connection to the camera
server is disconnected. The default is “disconnected”.

Specifies the character string to be displayed when an attempt to connect to the
camera server has failed. The default is “can’t connect”.

Specifies the font size for connect_msg, disconnect_msg, error_msg, and
no_connect_msg when these messages are displayed. The default is to depend
on the display area.

Specifies the character string to be displayed after the applet starts up, if “off” is
specified for auto_connect. The default is “no connection”.

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Applet Tag Descriptions

Attribute Name

code No

codebase No

width No

height No

archive Yes Specify LiveApplet.zip or Glimpse.

Omissible

This parameter specifies the applet file name. Enter “LiveApplet.class” or
“Glimpse.class”. If this parameter is not specified correctly, the applet (LiveApplet
or Glimpse) is not downloaded.

This parameter specifies the directory that contains the applet.
http://HTTP server IP address: port number/directory/
If this parameter is not specified correctly, the applet (LiveApplet or Glimpse) is
not downloaded.
Directories are fixed for each applet.
Directory (LiveApplet)=-wvdoc-01-/LiveApplet
Directory (Glimpse)=-wvdoc-01-/Glimpse

This parameter specifies the size of the area acquired for the applet (in pixels).
For LiveApplet, if the value specified is smaller than the LiveApplet drawing area,
the applet may not be displayed correctly. If the camera control function GUI is to
be added (controller_style=normal), add about 130 to the value.
Eg. For an image size of 320 × 240, width=450.
For Glimpse, because the areas used for the applet and for the video display are
the same size, specify the same value as the image width.
Eg. For an image size of 320 × 240, width=320.

As for width. For LiveApplet, add around 140.
Eg. For an image size of 320 × 240, height=380.
For Glimpse, specify the same value as the image height.
Eg. For an image size of 320 × 240, height=240.

Description

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When specifying an address included in the codebase attribute of the applet tag and

a URL parameter of the applet, specify one that can be accessed from the client’s

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computer. This is particular necessary when using NAT.

Using the Helper Viewer to Distribute Videos

This section describes how to use the Helper Viewer to provide videos. Application examples are

also given.

If a client is using the Helper Viewer to receive videos, the video sender must set up the Web

server and create the necessary wvh files.

● The settings below are not required if the VB-C10/VB-C10R’s built-in Web server

is used.

Tip

● See page 5-8 for saving Web page data.

Setting Up the Web Server

Set up the Web server to be used for providing Web pages. Add the MIME type to the Web server

software and specify the extension. Refer to the manual for your Web server software for details.

MIME type video/x-webview-h

Extension wvh

For Apache

In the settings for added the MIME type in Apache, edit the “mime.types” file in the “conf”

directory.

● Use the following syntax to add the required MIME type to the computer:

type/subtype extention

Creating Web Pages

● The settings for WebView Livescope are as follows:

video/x-webview-h wvh (Helper settings)

If the MIME setting is not specified correctly for the Web server, you may not be able

to launch the Helper Viewer. Be sure to specify the setting correctly.

Note

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Creating wvh Files

This section describes how to create the wvh file required for launching the Helper Viewer

application.

1. Use a text editor or similar program to create a new text file and type the
following type of code in the file:

(Example) 192.168.100.1 65310

192.168.100.1 65311

wvhttp:192.168.100.1 80

● The first line gives the IP address (or host name) of the VB-C10/VB-C10R and the TCP port

number used for the video transmission. The default setting is 65310 (→ P.3-20). The default

setting will be used if no particular value is specified.

● The second line gives the IP address (or host name) of the VB-C10/VB-C10R and the TCP

port number used for the camera control. The default setting is 65311 (→ P.3-20). The

default setting will be used if no particular value is specified.

● The third line gives the setting for the Helper Viewer to use HTTP protocol. After “wvhttp:”,

type in the IP address of the VB-C10/VB-C10R and “80” as the HTTP port number. As a

result of this, you will be able to view video from the VB-C10/VB-C10R through firewalls.

* Type in the actual IP address (or host name) set for the VB-C10/VB-C10R.

2. After you save the text file and quit the text editor program, create a wvh file
by changing the file name and extension. Be sure to add the “.wvh” extension,
as in “WebView.wvh”.

Helper Viewer supports WebView Livescope protocol and HTTP protocol.

● WebView Livescope protocol:

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Cannot be viewed through firewalls. This protocol is primarily for clients who are

connected directly to the Internet.

● HTTP protocol:

In general, this protocol is used with Web browsers. By using this protocol, clients

inside firewalls can view video by penetrating fire walls. The Java Viewer also

uses this protocol.

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