Canon VB-H41, VB-H41B, VB-H710F, VB-H610VE, VB-H610D User Manual

Network Camera

Operation Guide

Be sure to read this Operation Guide before using the network camera.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Canon Network Camera VB-H41/VB-H41B/VB-H610VE/VB-H610D/VB-H710F (hereafter referred to as the camera). The only difference between the VB-H41 and VB-H41B is the exterior color. The VB-H41, VB-H41B, VB-H610D and VB-H710F are for indoor use only. The VB-H610VE can be installed outdoors, such as underneath eaves. This Operation Guide explains the camera settings and operations. Read this guide carefully before using the camera to ensure correct use. Also, be sure to read the files in the LICENSE folder on the Setup CD-ROM. For the latest information on this product (firmware and included software, user manuals, operating environment, etc.), please refer to the Canon Web Site.

Disclaimer

To the full extent permitted by laws and regulations, neither Canon Inc. nor any of its subsidiaries or affiliates shall be responsible 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.

EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY ACCOMPANYING THE CAMERA AND WITHOUT DETRACTING FROM ANY RIGHTS A CONSUMER MAY BE ENTITLED TO, AND TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAWS AND REGULATIONS: (1) NEITHER CANON INC. NOR ANY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES OR AFFILIATES MAKE ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH REGARD TO THE MATERIAL IN THIS MANUAL OR WITH REGARD TO THE USE OF THE CAMERA INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES AS TO MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT AND (2) NEITHER CANON INC. NOR ANY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES OR AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS MATERIAL OR THE CAMERA.

security breaches. To the full extent permitted by laws and regulations, neither Canon Inc. nor any of its subsidiaries or affiliates shall be liable for any losses, direct, incidental or consequential damages, or liabilities that may be incurred as a result of network security incidents such as unauthorized accesses.

– Change the password of the camera periodically. – Change the HTTP or HTTPS port number of the

camera.

– Limit access to the camera by network devices.

Copyright

Videos, images or sounds recorded with your camera may not be utilized or published without consent of copyright holders, if any, except in such a way as permitted for personal use under the relevant copyright law.

Notes on Privacy and Publicity Rights Regarding the Use of Video/Audio

 Notes

without any prior notice.

3 This document has been prepared with the utmost

attention to accuracy. If you have any comments, however, please contact a Canon sales representative.

4 Canon shall assume no liability for any outcome of

using this product, regardless of Items 2 and 3 above.

Notes on Network Security

The user is responsible for the network security of this product and its use. Take appropriate network security measures to avoid

When using the camera (for video or audio recording), it is the full responsibility of the user to protect privacy and avoid any violation of publicity rights. For example, obtain consent to install the camera in advance if specific buildings or rooms are to be monitored. Canon shall have no liability whatsoever in this regard.

Legal Notice

In some cases, camera monitoring may be prohibited by law or regulation, the details of which differ by country. Before using the camera, check the laws or regulations of the country or region where the camera is used.

Introduction

Trademark Notice

• Canon and the Canon logo are registered trademarks of Canon Inc.

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Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, Windows trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

• Windows is legally recognized as the Microsoft Windows Operating System.

• This product comes with exFAT, a licensed file system technology from Microsoft.

• QuickTime is a trademark of Apple Inc.

• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.

• Other brands or product names in this guide are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. (VB-H41, VB-H610D, VB-H710F)

Server, Windows Media and ActiveX are

Warning

European Union (and EEA) only.

These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC), the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) and/or national legislation implementing those Directives.

If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol shown above, in accordance with the Battery Directive, this indicates that a heavy metal (Hg = Mercury, Cd = Cadmium, Pb = Lead) is present in this battery or accumulator at a concentration above an applicable threshold specified in the Battery Directive. This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) and batteries and accumulators. Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE.

Notes on the Included Software RM-Lite (Disclaimer)

Flaws or other problems with RM-Lite may result in recording failure or destruction or loss of recorded data. Canon shall have no liability whatsoever for any loss or damages incurred by the user as a result of such problems.

Notes on License Agreement for Included Software

For information on the License Agreement for Included Software, refer to the next file in the BundledSoftware folder in the Included Setup CD-ROM LICENSE folder.

Software Type File Name

VB Initial Setting Tool

Camera Angle Setting Tool (Not used with the VB-H41.)

RM-Lite Network Video Recording Software

VBTools-E.txt

RM-Lite-E.txt

Your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources.

For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www.canon-europe.com/

(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video. No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.

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Open Source Software

The product (camera and included RM-Lite) contains Open Source Software modules. For details, see “ThirdPartySoftware-E.pdf” (Third-Party Software License) in the OpenSourceSoftware folder in the LICENSE folder on the Setup CD-ROM. Each module's license conditions are also available in the same folder.

Software under GPL and LGPL

If you would like to obtain the source code under GPL/ LGPL, please contact the dealer or sales agent where you purchased the product.

Security Export Control

This product is subject to security export control. Therefore, to export or carry it overseas may require an authorization by governmental agencies.

How to Read This Operation Guide

User Manuals

This camera comes with an “Installation Guide” and “Operation Guide” (this manual) included in the Setup CD-ROM.

Installation Guide (Included)

This guide provides notes and procedures on camera installation as well as the main camera specifications. Sections you should reference in this guide will be marked “Installation Guide” along with the name of the reference items.

Operation Guide (This Document) (VBH467OG_E.pdf)

This document explains the initial camera settings, Camera Angle Setting Tool, Admin Tools settings, viewer operations and troubleshooting, etc. This document is included in the Setup CD-ROM.

In the Setup CD-ROM, the recording software RM-Lite (“RM-Lite” in “Chapter1 Before Use”) is also included. The following user manuals are available.

Network Video Recording Software RM-Lite Administrator Manual (RM20AM_E.pdf)

This document gives a detailed explanation of how to use RM-Lite.

Network Video Recording Software RM-Lite Viewer Operation Guide (RM20VOG_E.pdf)

This is the operation guide for RM-Lite Viewer. For more details on operating procedures for the viewer, see the Administrator Manual.

How to use this Operation Guide

The assumed reading format of this user manual is on a PC screen.

Software Screenshots

The software screenshots shown in these user manuals are illustrative samples only. The screenshots may differ from the actual screens displayed. Screenshots used with the explanations are generally from a Windows 7 PC connected to the VB-H41.

Icons Indicating Particular Camera Models

In the descriptions of functions limited to particular models, the model names will appear or the following icons will be used to indicate those models.

Icon Camera Model

VB-H41

VB-H610VE and VB-H610D

VB-H710F

Symbols Indicating Safety Precautions

This section explains symbols used in this Operation Guide. This Operation Guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information the user should know in order to use the product safely. Be sure to observe these items.

Symbol Meaning

Inappropriate handling against the instruction accompanied by this sign

Warning

Caution

Important

Note

may result in death or serious injury. Be sure to observe these warnings to ensure safety.

Inappropriate handling against the instruction accompanied by this sign may result in injury. Be sure to observe these precautions to ensure safety.

Inappropriate handling against the instruction accompanied by this sign may result in property damage. Be sure to observe these precautions.

This symbol indicates other actions or information that should be heeded. Important notes and restrictions are provided. Be sure to read this section.

Contains reference information for operation or additional explanations.

Safety Precautions

The following items must be observed when using the camera. If they are not observed, injury, death and/or property damage may occur. Read the following information carefully and observe the instructions without fail.

Important Warnings

FCC NOTICE

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 AC adapter (sold separately) can be connected to the camera from a standard AC power outlet. Please check your instruction manual to make sure that your camera is compatible with this adapter.

• The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.

• Unplug the equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning or maintaining.

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.

Network Camera, Model Name: VB-H41/VB-H610VE/ VB-H610D/VB-H710F 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 to 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.

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 Park, Melville, New York 11747, U.S.A. Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666)

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Safety Precautions

Precautions for Use

Warning

• If you discover defective conditions such as smoke, strange sounds, heat or strange odors, immediately stop using the camera and contact your nearest dealer.

Continued use of the product may cause fire or electric shock.

• Do not disassemble or modify the camera.

• Do not spill water or other liquid inside the camera, spray the camera with water, or otherwise make it wet.

• Do not insert foreign objects into the camera.

• Do not use flammable sprays near the camera.

• Do not leave LAN cables, external power supplies or AC adapter (sold separately) power connectors connected when the camera is not in use for long periods.

• Do not damage the connecting cable.

This may cause fire or electric shock.

• Do not use with medical devices or other life-support systems.

Precautions for Use of Built-In Camera Functions and Included Software

Caution

• Do not use the built-in camera functions or included software listed below in cases requiring a high level of reliability:

– Intelligent functions

– Image Stabilizer

– Network video recording software RM-Lite

These features do not guarantee high-precision capture and cannot support applications beyond their intended range of use. Canon will assume no liability for any accident or damage resulting from the use of these functions.

Notes on Cleaning

Warning

• Do not use alcohol, thinner, benzine or any other flammable solvent.

This may cause fire or electric shock.

Depending on the PC and network environment, highprecision video transmission cannot be guaranteed due to video delay or loss. Canon will assume no liability for any accident or damage resulting from use of the camera in the aforementioned devices or systems.

Caution

• Do not capture the sun, halogen lamps, and other very bright light sources or subjects.

• Do not expose the camera to strong impact or vibration.

• Do not carry the network camera by the camera head.

• Do not forcibly turn the rotating parts of the camera by hand.

This may cause malfunction. This installation should be made by a qualified service

person and should conform to all local codes.

Precautions for Use of the Camera Angle Setting Tool

Caution

• The Camera Angle Setting Tool is intended for use during camera installation. Do not use on a daily basis.

This may cause malfunction.

Maintenance

Turn off the power before cleaning the camera.

 Cleaning of Exterior

1 Dampen a soft cloth with water or diluted neutral

detergent and wipe away the grime gently.

2 Wipe with a dry cloth.

 Cleaning of Lens

Use a commercial lens cleaner to remove grime on the lens surface.

• Auto focus may not work properly if the lens surface is dusty or dirty.

• Be aware that scratches on the lens surface may result in poor image capture.

 Cleaning of Front Cover, Dome Case, or

Dome Housing

Grime on any of the parts listed below will reduce image quality, so periodic cleaning is required.

Dome (when using the separately sold indoor dome housing) Dome case

Front cover If the surface of the above part cannot be cleaned well, remove it following the steps below to clean it more thoroughly. 1 Remove the front cover, dome case, or dome.

 Maintenance for Ceiling Mount Cover

(dedicated accessory for VB-H41/VB-M40) or Recessed Mounting Kit (dedicated accessory for VB-H610VE/VB-H610D/VB-M600VE/ VB-M600D)

Periodically check the brackets and screws for rust and loosening to prevent injuries and equipment damage due to falling items. For inspections, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product.

See steps in “Installing the Camera” in the “Installation Guide” included with the indoor dome housing and remove the dome.

See steps in “Installing the Camera” in the “Installation Guide” included with the camera to remove the dome case.

See “Using Camera Housing” in the “Installation Guide” included with the camera to remove the front cover.

2 Dampen a soft cloth with water or diluted neutral

detergent and wipe away the grime gently. 3 Wipe with a dry cloth. 4 Reattach the front cover, dome case or dome to its

original position. Periodically check the brackets and screws for rust and loosening to prevent injuries and equipment damage due to falling items. For inspections, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product.

Table of Contents

Introduction .................................................................................................................. 2

How to Read This Operation Guide............................................................................. 5

Safety Precautions....................................................................................................... 6

Disclaimer ...............................................................................................................................2

Notes on Network Security......................................................................................................2

Copyright.................................................................................................................................2

Notes on Privacy and Publicity Rights Regarding the Use of Video/Audio ............................ 2

Trademark Notice....................................................................................................................3

Notes on the Included Software RM-Lite (Disclaimer) ...........................................................3

Notes on License Agreement for Included Software .............................................................. 3

European Union (and EEA) only. ............................................................................................ 3

Open Source Software............................................................................................................4

Security Export Control ...........................................................................................................4

User Manuals .......................................................................................................................... 5

How to use this Operation Guide ............................................................................................ 5

Icons Indicating Particular Camera Models............................................................................5

Symbols Indicating Safety Precautions...................................................................................5

Maintenance............................................................................................................................8

Chapter 1 Before Use

Features..................................................................................................................... 14

Common Features.................................................................................................................14

VB-H41 Features................................................................................................................... 14

VB-H610VE/VB-H610D/VB-H710F Features ......................................................................... 14

Camera Software....................................................................................................... 16

Installed Software.................................................................................................................. 16

Included Software ................................................................................................................. 16

Network Video Recording Software (Sold Separately) .........................................................16

User Support Tool ................................................................................................................. 17

RM-Lite (See the “Administrator Manual”) ............................................................................18

Operating Environment.............................................................................................. 19

VB Initial Setting Tool, Camera Angle Setting Tool, VB-H41/610/710 Viewer,

Admin Tools......................................................................................................................19

RM-Lite ..................................................................................................................................19

Notes on Operating Environment .............................................................................. 20

Notes on Use When the [Windows Firewall] Function is Enabled ........................................20

Notes on Use with Internet Explorer 9 or Greater and Windows Server 2003/

Windows Server 2008....................................................................................................... 20

Notes on Use with Windows Server 2008 ............................................................................. 21

Notes on Use with Windows Vista/Windows 7 ...................................................................... 22

Chapter 2 Initial Settings

Preparing the Camera for Use................................................................................... 24

Installing the Necessary Software ............................................................................. 26

Notes on Use with Internet Explorer 9 or Greater and Windows Server 2003/

Windows Server 2008....................................................................................................... 27

Performing Initial Settings for the Camera................................................................. 28

Checking the Camera Image..................................................................................... 29

Chapter 3 Camera Angle Setting Tool

Setting the Camera Angle.......................................................................................... 32

Launching the Camera Angle Setting Tool ........................................................................... 32

Connecting to the Camera.................................................................................................... 32

Connecting with a Camera List ............................................................................................. 33

Disconnecting from the Camera, Shutting Down..................................................................35

Display Screen of Camera Angle Setting Tool......................................................................36

Setting the Camera Angle..................................................................................................... 37

Setting Focus and Exposure Compensation......................................................................... 38

Creating a Camera Specification File ........................................................................ 39

Chapter 4 Top Page of the Camera

Accessing the Top Page of the Camera .................................................................... 42

Accessing the Top Page of the Camera...............................................................................42

User Authentication............................................................................................................... 42

Chapter 5 Setting Page

Setting Menu.............................................................................................................. 44

Accessing the Setting Menu ...................................................................................... 45

Setting Menu ......................................................................................................................... 45

Items Common to All Setting Pages...................................................................................... 45

[Network] Setting Administrator Password, LAN, IP Address, DNS, etc ................... 47

[Date and Time] Setting Date and Time .................................................................... 50

[Camera] Setting Initial Camera Settings and External Device Name....................... 51

[Video] Setting Video Size, Quality and Frame Rate ................................................. 55

[Upload] Setting HTTP/FTP Upload and E-mail Notification...................................... 57

[Server] Setting the Video Server, Audio Server and HTTP Server .......................... 60

[Event] Setting Video Record, Volume Detection, Audio Playback and Timer .......... 62

[Access Control] Setting User Access Privileges....................................................... 66

[IPsec] Setting IPsec.................................................................................................. 68

[SSL/TLS] Setting HTTP Communication Encryption................................................ 71

[Memory Card] SD Memory Card Operations and Settings....................................... 73

[Reboot Item] Setting Items Requiring Rebooting ..................................................... 76

[Maintenance] Viewing Event Logs and Current Settings and Performing

Maintenance......................................................................................................... 77

Chapter 6 Admin Tools

Admin Tools Overview............................................................................................... 80

Admin Tools .........................................................................................................................80

Privacy Mask Setting Tool ....................................................................................................80

Panorama Creation Tool .......................................................................................................80

View Restriction Setting Tool ................................................................................................ 80

Preset Setting Tool ............................................................................................................... 81

Intelligent Function Setting Tool ...........................................................................................81

Log Viewer ........................................................................................................................... 81

Recorded Video Utility .........................................................................................................81

Accessing the Admin Tools ....................................................................................... 82

Launching the Admin Tools .................................................................................................. 82

Privacy Mask Setting Tool ......................................................................................... 83

Display Screen of Privacy Mask Setting Tool........................................................................83

Setting the Privacy Mask Area ..............................................................................................84

Changing/Deleting a Privacy Mask Area .............................................................................. 86

Table of Contents

Panorama Creation Tool............................................................................................ 87

Display Screens of Panorama Creation Tool ........................................................................ 88

Capturing a Panorama Image............................................................................................... 88

Saving/Deleting a Panorama Image ..................................................................................... 89

Opening a Panorama Image from Image Files/Saving as Image Files................................. 89

View Restriction Setting Tool..................................................................................... 90

Display Screens of View Restriction Setting Tool.................................................................. 91

Setting View Restrictions.......................................................................................................92

Preset Setting Tool .................................................................................................... 94

Display Screens of Preset Setting Tool................................................................................. 95

Setting the Preset.................................................................................................................. 96

Preset Tour............................................................................................................................ 99

Intelligent Function Setting Tool .............................................................................. 101

Display Screen of Intelligent Function Setting Tool.............................................................104

Flow of Intelligent Function Setting ..................................................................................... 105

Setting Intelligent Function Detection Settings ...................................................................107

Log Viewer............................................................................................................... 113

Display Screens of Log Viewer ...........................................................................................113

Downloading Log Files........................................................................................................114

How to View Logs................................................................................................................114

Recorded Video Utility ............................................................................................. 116

Display Screens of Recorded Video Utility .........................................................................116

Confirming Recorded Video................................................................................................ 117

Narrowing Down the Number of Videos.............................................................................. 117

Downloading Video.............................................................................................................117

Exporting to Video Files That Can Be Played Back ............................................................ 118

Playing Back Videos ...........................................................................................................118

Deleting Videos................................................................................................................... 119

Displaying SD Memory Card Information............................................................................ 119

Control for Admin .................................................................................................... 120

Using Control for Admin......................................................................................................120

Chapter 7 Admin Viewer/VB Viewer

Overview of Viewer.................................................................................................. 122

Major Differences Between the Admin Viewer and the VB Viewer ..................................... 122

User Authorities and Camera Control Privileges................................................................. 122

Launching the Viewer .............................................................................................. 125

Launching the Viewer..........................................................................................................125

Shutting Down the Viewer ................................................................................................... 125

Connecting from Admin Tools.............................................................................................125

How to Operate the Viewer...................................................................................... 126

Display Screens of Admin Viewer .......................................................................................126

VB Viewer............................................................................................................................ 127

Obtaining Camera Control Privileges.................................................................................. 128

Controlling the Camera ....................................................................................................... 129

Cropping and Displaying Part of an Image (Digital PTZ) .................................................. 130

Setting Video and Audio ..................................................................................................... 132

Checking Information.......................................................................................................... 134

Performing Operations and Settings in the Admin Viewer....................................... 135

Transmitting Audio ..............................................................................................................135

Magnifying Part of the Image (Viewer PTZ) ........................................................................ 135

Using Control for Admin......................................................................................................136

Displaying Event Status ...................................................................................................... 141

Recording to an SD Memory Card Manually ......................................................................142

Chapter 8 Appendix

SD Memory Card Access ........................................................................................ 144

Modifiers .................................................................................................................. 147

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 149

List of Log Messages............................................................................................... 151

Log Messages on the Camera............................................................................................151

List of Viewer Messages.......................................................................................... 159

Messages Displayed in the Information Field .....................................................................159

Restore Settings ...................................................................................................... 161

Restoring the Initial Setting from the Maintenance Page in the Web Browser.................... 161

Restoring Factory Default Settings with the Reset Switch on the Camera..........................161

List of Factory Default Settings................................................................................ 163

Index........................................................................................................................ 170

Chapter 1

Before Use

❏ Camera Features ❏ Software Information ❏ Operating Environment and Precautions

Features

This camera integrates both camera and server functions into a compact network camera.

Common Features

Full HD (1920 x 1080) Support Equipped with a 2.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, the camera supports high-quality video

Transmission Performance The camera supports two video compression formats (JPEG and H.264*

Low Illumination Image Capture

SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Support*

Intelligent Functions

Small-Scale Video Monitoring via RM-Lite

Software (Supplied)

monitoring.

of transmitting 1920 x1080 resolution video in high quality at a high frame rate of up to 30 frames per second* H.264 can transmit to up to 10 clients simultaneously.

The camera can capture color images even with low subject illumination.

You can record uploaded images and logs and save recorded video as JPEG or H.264 files to memory cards when the network is down (manual, timer and event recording are supported). Recorded Video Utility in Admin Tools allows you to search and play back recorded video.

The camera boasts a variety of intelligent functions that offer the wide array of detection options. Moving object detection, abandoned object detection, removed object detection, tempering detection, passing detection, volume detection.

By using the supplied network video recording software, RM-Lite, you can record and display live images from up to four cameras.

. JPEG permits simultaneous transmission to a total of 30 clients while

) and is capable

*1 Viewing H.264 video requires the included RM-Lite Viewer. The viewers included in the camera (VB Viewer and Admin

Viewer) do not have this capability. *2 The actual frame rate may drop depending on the performance of the PC running the Viewer, the number of clients

connected at the same time, network load, and other factors. *3 In the “Operation Guide”, the memory card that can be used with the camera is referred to as “SD memory card”.

VB-H41 Features

20x Optical Zoom Lens The camera is equipped with a 20x optical (12x digital) zoom lens with a maximum 60.4°

Pan/Tilt Functions You can operate camera angle controls remotely.

angle of view and auto focus support.

VB-H610VE/VB-H610D/VB-H710F Features

3x Optical Zoom Lens The camera is equipped with a 3x motorized optical zoom lens.

Camera Angle Setting Tool You can make adjustments to the camera angle while viewing video on a PC for hassle-free

Shock Resistant Structure (VB-H610VE

only)

angle adjustment during installation.

Pan, tilt, rotation, zoom, and focus settings are possible.

Zoom and focus settings are possible.

The camera is built with a shock absorbing mechanism and an exterior casing made of 3.5 mm-thick (0.14 inch-thick) polycarbonate resin and aluminum alloy. The camera's dome case also uses special screws that cannot be easily removed. * The features described above do not guarantee that the product will be undamaged if

subjected to an impact, nor that the product is tamper-proof or tamper-resistant.

Features

Dustproof and Waterproof Mechanisms

(VB-H610VE only)

The camera complies with the demanding IP66 dustproof/waterproof specifications and can be installed outdoors, such as underneath eaves, without any housing. The separately sold genuine heater lets you use the camera in low-temperature environments as cold as 30°C (-22°F).

Before Use

Camera Software

Installed Software

 VB-H41/610/710 Viewer

(See Chapter 7 “Admin Viewer/VB Viewer”)

There are two types of Viewer: the VB Viewer, which can be used by Guest Users, and the Admin Viewer for Administrators. The VB Viewer allows users to configure basic camera controls and display images. The Admin Viewer lets you monitor all camera controls and events. Only JPEG images are displayed. To display H.264 video, install the RM-Lite Viewer (p. 18).

 Admin Tools (See Chapter 6 “Admin Tools”)

The following tools for configuring camera settings and performing management functions are available:

• Privacy Mask Setting Tool

• Panorama Creation Tool

 Camera Angle Setting Tool

(See Chapter 3 “Camera Angle Setting Tool”)

With this tool, you can operate the camera during installation while you view video over the network on a PC.

 .NET Framework 3.5 SP1

This execution environment is required to use the software included in the camera.

 RM-Lite (p. 18)

This software displays and records images from up to four cameras in real time.

 Proxy Authentication Admin Viewer/Admin

Tools

This software lets you use Admin Viewer/Admin Tools via a proxy server with proxy authentication. It is saved in the ProxyAuthSupport folder on the Setup CD-ROM.

• View Restriction Setting Tool

•Preset Setting Tool

• Intelligent Function Setting Tool

• Log Viewer

• Recorded Video Utility

Included Software

The included Setup CD-ROM contains the following software. Install the software on a PC to use it.

 VB Initial Setting Tool

(See Chapter 2 “Initial Settings”)

This tool performs initial settings for the camera.

 Admin Tools Certificate

This electronic certificate is required to use the Admin Viewer and Admin Tools.

Network Video Recording Software (Sold Separately)

 RM-64/RM-25/RM-9

This software allows network cameras to be used for multipoint surveillance, and for recording and playing back videos from the camera. The number of cameras that can be registered with RM-64/RM-25/RM-9 varies: 64, 25, or 9 cameras can be registered.

 RM-V

This additional license lets you install RM-64/RM-25/RM-9 Viewer on multiple PCs. Purchase the license to be able to view images captured by the camera from multiple sites and for other similar purposes.

 RM-Lite-V

This additional license lets you install the RM-Lite Viewer on multiple PCs. Purchase the license to be able to view images captured by the camera from multiple sites and for other similar purposes.

Camera Software

User Support Tool

A convenient tool can be installed for use on a PC.

 Backup and Restore Tools

The Backup and Restore tools back up camera setting information to the PC. Information from multiple cameras can be saved at the same time. The tools can also restore information saved on the PC to the camera.

Before Use

RM-Lite (See the “Administrator Manual”)

The installer (RMLiteInstall.exe) can be found in the Applications folder on the Setup CD-ROM.

RM-Lite Software Configuration

Type Overview License

RM-Lite Storage Server Up to four cameras can be registered to record video. 1 license

Plays recorded video saved in the storage server and displays live

RM-Lite Viewer

RM-Lite Viewer RM-Lite Storage Server

images (JPEG/H.264) captured by the camera. Up to four cameras can be registered for the viewer.

Network Flow of Video from the Camera Flow of Recorded Video

1 license

Supported cameras

VB-H41, VB-H610VE, VB-H610D, VB-H710F, VB-M40, VB-M600VE, VB-M600D, VB-M700F, VB-C60, VB-C500VD/VB-C500D, VB-C300, VB-C50i/VB-C50iR, VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi

Important

• To add the RM-Lite Viewer, purchase RM-Lite-V (sold separately).

• The VB-H41/VB-H610VE/VB-H610D/VB-H710F/VB-M40/VB-M600VE/VB-M600D/VB-M700F cannot be used with Network Video Recording Software older than RM-Lite. Users of VK-64/VK-16 must switch to RM-Lite. For details, visit our website.

Note

For details on the usage and functions of RM-Lite, see the “Administrator Manual”.

Operating Environment

For the latest information on this product (firmware and included software, user manuals, operating environment, etc.), please refer to the Canon Web Site.

VB Initial Setting Tool, Camera Angle Setting Tool, VB-H41/610/710 Viewer, Admin Tools

CPU Intel Core i7-2600

Windows XP Home/Professional SP3 32-bit Windows Server 2003 Standard SP2 32-bit Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard SP2 32-bit

Operating Systems

Web Browser Internet Explorer 7.0/8.0/9.0 32-bit * Memory 2 GB or more Viewer Display 1920 x 1080 or higher Software .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 * Audio When using the camera's audio feature, the PC audio support feature is required.

Windows Vista Ultimate/Business/Enterprise/Home Premium SP2 32/64-bit Windows 7 Ultimate/Professional/Enterprise/Home Premium SP1 32/64-bit Windows Server 2008 Standard SP2 32/64-bit Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard SP1 64-bit

Before Use

*1 The browser must support JavaScript, XAML browser applications, and IFRAMEs.

The VB Viewer requires cookies.

*2 Must be installed on PCs running under operating systems other than Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2.

Installation of .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 is unnecessary, however, if only VB Viewer will be used. .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 is provided on the included setup CD-ROM. Selecting [Easy Installation] will install it automatically, depending on the OS.

RM-Lite

For operating environment details, refer to “Operating Environment” in the “Administrator Manual”.

Notes on Operating Environment

Notes on Use When the [Windows Firewall] Function is Enabled

When the VB Initial Setting Tool is started, the [Windows Security Alert] dialog box may appear. If the [Windows Security Alert] dialog box appears, click [Unblock]. Once this button is clicked, the warning dialog box will no longer appear. If the [Windows Security Alert] dialog box does not appear, the Windows firewall warning function may be disabled. Follow the procedure below to add the [VB Initial Setting Tool] as a Windows Firewall exception.

Click [Windows Firewall] in [Control Panel] > [System

and Security].

Select [VB Initial Setting Tool], and then click [Add].

Notes on Use with Internet Explorer 9 or Greater and Windows Server 2003/ Windows Server 2008

 Registering the Top Page of the Camera as a

Trusted Site

Click [Allow a program or feature through Windows

Firewall] > [Change settings] > [Allow another program].

In Internet Explorer 9 or greater, Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2008, the security level for Internet sites and intranet sites on Internet Explorer is set to [High] by default. Thus, when accessing the VB-H41/610/710 Viewer, the camera's Setting Page or the Admin Tools, a content block dialog box appears and the page fails to display correctly. To correct this problem, follow the procedure below to register the top page as a trusted site.

Access the VB-H41/610/710 Viewer and the Setting Page

from the top page of the camera with Internet Explorer.

The following dialog box appears.

Click [Add].

The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears.

Notes on Operating Environment

If selected, clear the [Require server verification (https:) for

all sites in this zone] checkbox.

Enter the IP address of the camera under [Add this

Web site to the zone], and then click [Add].

Note that even when the content block dialog box does not appear, JavaScript is sometimes disabled under the standard security settings, which may limit operations on the setting page and the VB-H41/610/710 Viewer. Register the page as a trusted site as this automatically enables JavaScript settings. If the content block dialog box does not appear, follow the procedure below to display the [Trusted Sites] dialog box.

Notes on Use with Windows Server 2008

 Registering “about:internet” and the

Camera Host Name

Admin Viewer and Admin Tools will not start when IE ESC (Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration) is enabled in Windows Server 2008. Before using the tools, register “about:internet” and the host name for the connected camera in the Internet Explorer “local intranet” and “trusted sites” lists.

Before Use

Click [Tools] > [Internet Options] from the Internet

Explorer menu to display the [Internet Options] dialog box.

Click the [Security] tab.

Click and select [Trusted sites], and then click [Sites].

The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears.

This completes the trusted site registration process.

Important

When “about:internet” is registered, the security level in Windows 7 is the same as when using Internet Explorer. After using the Admin Viewer/Admin Tools, it is recommended that you remove “about:internet” and the camera name as necessary and restore the original security level.

 Web Browser Security Settings When Using

SSL Connection

When an SSL connection to the camera is made from a web browser (Internet Explorer 9) in Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2, the following operations may display the content block dialog box and prevent further operation.

• Startup of Admin Tools or Admin Viewer

• Audio reception from VB Viewer This happens when Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration (IE ESC) is enabled in Internet Explorer 9. Use the procedures below to change this setting.

Click [Internet Options] in the [Tools] menu in Internet

Explorer 9 and click the [Advanced] tab.

Clear the [Do not save encrypted pages to disk]

checkbox in [Security].

Important

Note that when IE Enhanced Security Configuration is turned

back on, the [Do not save encrypted pages to disk] checkbox

also becomes enabled.

 Enabling the Sound Function to Use Audio

In Windows Server 2008, the sound function is disabled by default. To receive audio with the Viewer, follow the steps below to enable the sound function.

The [Sound] dialog box appears.

Click the [Playback] tab to confirm that an audio device has been installed. (If no audio device is installed, refer to your PC manual.)

Notes on Use with Windows Vista/ Windows 7

The following restrictions apply when the camera is used with Windows Vista or Windows 7.

Open [Control Panel] and click [Hardware].

Note

If [Control Panel] is in the classic view, double-click [Sound].

Click [Sound].

 RM-Lite

For important information on the RM-Lite operating environment, see the “Administrator Manual”.

When the [Audio Service Not Running] message

appears, click [Yes].

Chapter 2

Initial Settings

❏ Preparing the Camera for Use ❏ Initial Setting Tool Installation ❏ Initial Settings

Preparing the Camera for Use

Performing Initial Settings for the Camera

Before installing the camera, read this chapter and use the VB Initial Setting Tool to configure the IP address.

“Installing the Necessary Software” (p. 26) “Performing Initial Settings for the Camera” (p. 28)

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Checking Images

When initial settings are complete, access the camera via a web browser and check the image using the VB Viewer.

“Checking the Camera Image” (p. 29)

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Installing the Camera

Install the camera to suit the operating environment it will be used in.

“Installation Guide”

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Setting the Camera Angle

Use the Camera Angle Setting Tool to set the camera angle via PC operation.

“Installing the Necessary Software” (p. 26) “Chapter 3 Camera Angle Setting Tool”

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Configuring the Camera from the Setting Page

The setting page lets you configure basic camera settings, network operations, user registration, and access restrictions.

“Chapter 5 Setting Page”

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Using Admin Tools

Admin Tools let you set viewing restrictions, make preset settings, and make settings for using intelligent functions. In addition, you can review logs to check on the camera's operation status.

“Chapter 6 Admin Tools”

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Preparing the Camera for Use

Using VB-H41/610/710 Viewer

The camera's built-in VB-H41/610/710 Viewer features an Admin Viewer for administrators and a VB Viewer for guest users. Use the VB viewer to check distribution to guest users and Admin Viewer to check all operations.

“Chapter 7 Admin Viewer/VB Viewer”

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Operating

If an error message appears or the camera fails to operate correctly, see the error message and log message information in “Chapter 8 Appendix”.

“Chapter 8 Appendix”

Important

Before starting operations, make sure that the setting page and Admin Tools settings are functioning correctly.

Initial Settings

Installing the Necessary Software

Install the following software to perform initial settings for the camera.

• VB Initial Setting Tool: Software required for performing initial camera settings

• Admin Tools Certificate: An electronic certificate that is required for using Admin Viewer and Admin Tools

• Camera Angle Setting Tool: Software to use for camera angle adjustments when installing the camera

• .NET Framework 3.5 SP1: The execution environment required for network camera software (not required if already installed on the PC)

You can perform either an Easy Installation or a Custom Installation of the software.

Note

• All computer users will be able to use Admin Viewer and Admin Tool if the Admin Tool certificate was installed by the installer.

• Select [Custom Installation] and install only the “Admin Tools Certificate” if you intend to use the Admin Viewer and Admin Tools on a PC

other than the one where the VB Initial Setting Tool is installed.

• If you install the software with Easy Installation, the Camera Angle Setting Tool that is not used with VB-H41 is also installed. If you do not

want to install the Camera Angle Setting Tool because you are using only VB-H41 cameras, perform a [Custom Installation] and clear the checkbox for the Camera Angle Setting Tool.

Insert the Setup CD-ROM included in the camera in

the disc drive on the PC.

After confirming that all other applications have been

closed, click the [Start] menu > [My Computer].

Double-click the CD-ROM icon > [APPLICATIONS]

folder > [VBToolsInstall.exe].

The installation screen appears.

Select the installation method.

[Easy Installation]: VB Initial Setting Tool, Admin Tools certificate and Camera Angle Setting Tool are installed.

[Custom Installation]: The user can select and install desired software.

After selecting [Easy Installation], click [Next] and after

selecting [Custom Installation], select the checkboxes of the software you want to install and click [Next].

The User License Agreement screen appears.

Read through the user license agreement and click

[Yes] if you accept it.

Installation starts.

Installing the Necessary Software

When the installation complete screen appears, click

[Exit] or [Reboot].

The VB Initial Setting Tool and Camera Angle Setting Tool icons appear on the desktop.

Notes on Use with Internet Explorer 9 or Greater and Windows Server 2003/ Windows Server 2008

 Registering the Top Page of the Camera as a

Trusted Site

Access the VB-H41/610/710 Viewer and the Setting Page

from the top page of the camera with Internet Explorer.

If selected, clear the [Require server verification (https:) for

all sites in this zone] checkbox.

Enter the IP address of the camera under [Add this

Web site to the zone], and then click [Add].

Click [Tools] > [Internet Options] from the Internet

Explorer menu to display the [Internet Options] dialog box.

Click the [Security] tab.

Click and select [Trusted sites], and then click [Sites].

The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears.

Initial Settings

The following dialog box appears.

Click [Add].

The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears.

This completes the trusted site registration process.

Performing Initial Settings for the Camera

Use the VB Initial Setting Tool to configure the camera network.

Connect the camera and PC to the network and turn

on the camera (“Installation Guide” > “Connecting the Camera”).

Launch the VB Initial Setting Tool.

To launch the VB Initial Setting Tool, double-click the [VB Initial Setting Tool] icon on the desktop.

The Tool will automatically detect the camera connected to the network and display the camera's MAC address, IP address and model name. The factory setting IP address is set to 192.168.100.1. The MAC address can be found on the label on the camera (“Installation Guide” > “Part Names”).

Enter the user name “root” and factory default setting

password “camera”, and then the appropriate IP address and subnet mask.

To use a setting other than the default gateway setting, clear the [Enter a default gateway address] checkbox. After settings are complete, click [OK].

Setup progress is shown in the window.

Note

• To ensure security, be sure to change the administrator password (p. 42).

• Contact your System Administrator for the appropriate IP address, subnet mask and gateway address.

Important

• Twenty minutes after the camera is turned on, it will stop issuing IP address assignments requests and VB Initial Setting Tool detection will be disabled. In such cases, turn the camera off and on again.

• There may be cautionary information, depending on your operating environment. Read “Notes on Operating Environment” (p. 20) before performing initial settings.

• The VB Initial Setting Tool cannot be used with cameras that are behind a router.

Select a MAC address, and then click [Initial Setting].

Click to select

Click [OK].

Important

To obtain an IP address from a DHCP server, first use the VB Initial Setting Tool to temporarily configure a static address that can communicate with the PC. Then, in [Network] on the setting page, change [IPv4 Address Setting Method] to [Auto (DHCP)] in the [IPv4] area (p. 47).

Checking the Camera Image

Once initial settings are complete, check the image on the camera with the VB Viewer. When doing so, set the PC network settings to comply with the IP address and subnet mask settings on the camera.

Click to select the camera's MAC address which will be

checked, and then click [Settings].

Click to select

This will launch the web browser and display the top

page of the camera. Click [VB Viewer].

Initial Settings

The viewer launches and displays the camera image.

If the top page of the camera does not appear or the VB Viewer does not launch, see “Troubleshooting” (p. 149) in “Chapter 8 Appendix”.

Important

• The camera image cannot be checked until the network settings in the PC are configured for the IP address and subnet that are set in the camera.

• Do not change the camera HTTP port from 80 if you want to open the setting page by clicking [Settings]. See “HTTP Server” (p. 61) for more information on HTTP port settings.

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