Canon VB-M600D Operation Guide

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-M700F/VB-M600D/VB-M600VE/VB-M40/VB-M40B (hereafter referred to as VB-M700/600/40 or the camera). The only difference between the VB-M40 and VB-M40B is the exterior color. The VB-M700F, VB-M600D, VB-M40 and VBM40B are for indoor use only. The VB-M600VE 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 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 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.

• SD and SDHC 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-M700F, VB-M600D, VB-M40)

Server and ActiveX are trademarks or

Warning

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

Only for European Union and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU), 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. 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/weee www.canon-europe.com/battery

, or

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 Memory Card Unmount Tool Backup Tool Restore Tool

Camera Angle Setting Tool (Not used with the VB-M40.)

RM-Lite Network Video Recording Software

VBTools-E.txt

RM-Lite-E.txt

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.

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.

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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 the “Installation Guide” and “Operating 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)

This document explains the initial camera settings, 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

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

Network Video Recording Software RM-Lite Viewer Operation Guide

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-M40.

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-M700F

VB-M600D and VB-M600VE

VB-M40

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.

Mark Meaning

Failure to follow the instructions accompanied by this symbol may result

Warning

Caution

Important

Note

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

Failure to follow the instructions accompanied by this symbol may result in injury. Be sure to observe these precautions to ensure safety.

Failure to follow the instructions accompanied by this symbol may result in property damage. Be sure to observe these precautions.

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

Contains operational reference information 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-M700/600/40 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.

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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

 Maintenance for Recessed Mounting Kit

(dedicated option for VB-M600D/VBM600VE) or Ceiling Mount Cover (dedicated option for VB-M40)

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.

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.

Front cover Dome case Dome (when using the separately sold indoor

dome housing) If the surface of the above parts cannot be cleaned well, remove them following the steps below to clean them more thoroughly. 1 Remove the front cover, dome case, or dome.

See “Using Camera Housing” in the “Installation

Guide” to remove the front cover.

See steps in “Installing the Camera” in the

“Installation Guide” to remove the dome case.

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

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.

Disposing of the Camera

Dispose of the camera in accordance with local laws and regulations.

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Table of Contents

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

How to Read This Operation Guide..............................................................................v

Safety Precautions.......................................................................................................vi

Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................... ii

Notes on Network Security...................................................................................................... ii

Copyright................................................................................................................................. ii

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

Trademark Notice....................................................................................................................iii

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

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

Only for European Union and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)...............................iii

Open Source Software............................................................................................................iii

Security Export Control .......................................................................................................... iv

User Manuals .......................................................................................................................... v

How to use this Operation Guide ............................................................................................ v

Icons Indicating Particular Camera Models............................................................................ v

Symbols Indicating Safety Precautions................................................................................... v

Maintenance..........................................................................................................................viii

Disposing of the Camera ......................................................................................................viii

Chapter 1 Before Use

Features....................................................................................................................1 - 2

Common Features............................................................................................................... 1-2

VB-M40 Features.................................................................................................................1-2

VB-M700F/VB-M600D/VB-M600VE Features...................................................................... 1- 2

Camera Software......................................................................................................1-3

Installed Software................................................................................................................ 1 - 3

Included Software ...............................................................................................................1-3

Network Video Recording Software (optional).................................................................... 1- 4

RM-Lite (See the “Administrator Manual”) .......................................................................... 1- 5

Operating Environment .............................................................................................1-6

VB Initial Setting Tool, Camera Angle Setting Tool, VB-M700/600/40 Viewer,

Admin Tools.................................................................................................................... 1-6

RM-Lite ................................................................................................................................ 1 -6

Notes on Operating Environment .............................................................................1 -7

Notes on Use When the [Windows Firewall] Function is Enabled ...................................... 1- 7

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

Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2012................................................................. 1-7

Notes on Use with Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2012 ....................................... 1 - 8

Notes on Use with Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows Server 2008/

Windows Server 2012..................................................................................................... 1-9

Notes for Windows 8/Windows Server 2012 ....................................................................... 1-9

Chapter 2 Initial Settings

Preparing the Camera for Use..................................................................................2- 2

Installing the Necessary Software ............................................................................2 - 4

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

Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2012................................................................. 2-5

Performing Initial Settings for the Camera................................................................2- 6

Checking the Camera Image ....................................................................................2-7

Chapter 3 Camera Angle Setting Tool

Setting the Camera Angle.........................................................................................3 - 2

Launching the Camera Angle Setting Tool ......................................................................... 3- 2

Connecting to the Camera.................................................................................................. 3 - 2

Connecting with a Camera List ........................................................................................... 3 - 3

Disconnecting from the Camera, Shutting Down................................................................ 3-5

Display Screen of Camera Angle Setting Tool.................................................................... 3-6

Setting the Camera Angle................................................................................................... 3 - 7

Setting Focus and Exposure Compensation....................................................................... 3-8

Making Day/Night Mode Focus Settings............................................................................. 3 - 9

Creating a Camera Specification File .....................................................................3 - 10

Chapter 4 Top Page of the Camera

Accessing the Top Page of the Camera ...................................................................4 -2

Accessing the Top Page of the Camera ............................................................................. 4- 2

User Authentication.............................................................................................................4-2

Chapter 5 Setting Page

Setting Menu.............................................................................................................5 - 2

Accessing the Setting Menu .....................................................................................5-3

Setting Menu ....................................................................................................................... 5 - 3

Items Common to All Setting Pages.................................................................................... 5 -3

[Network] Setting Administrator Password, LAN, IP Address, DNS, etc ..................5 -5

[Date and Time] Setting Date and Time ...................................................................5 -8

[Camera] Setting Initial Camera Settings and External Device Name ......................5- 9

[Video] Setting Image S ize, Quality and Frame Rate .............................................5-13

[Upload] Setting HTTP/FTP Upload and E-mail Notification...................................5- 15

[Server] Setting the Image Server, Audio S erver and HTTP Server.......................5 -18

[Event] Setting Image Buffer, Volume Detection, External Device Input,

Audio Playback and Timer ................................................................................5 -20

[Access Control] Setting User Access Privileges....................................................5 -23

[IPsec] Setting IPsec...............................................................................................5-25

[SSL/TLS] Setting HTTP Communication Encryption .............................................5-28

[Memory Card] SD Memory Card Operations and Settings....................................5 -30

[Reboot Item] Setting Items Requiring Rebooting ..................................................5- 32

[Maintenance] Viewing Event Logs and Current Settings and Performing

Maintenance......................................................................................................5 - 33

Chapter 6 Admin Tools

Admin Tools Overview ..............................................................................................6- 2

Admin Tools ....................................................................................................................... 6- 2

Privacy Mask Setting Tool .................................................................................................. 6- 2

Panorama Creation Tool .................................................................................................... 6 - 2

View Restriction Setting Tool ............................................................................................. 6-2

Preset Setting Tool ............................................................................................................ 6-2

Intelligent Function Setting Tool ......................................................................................... 6-2

Log Viewer ......................................................................................................................... 6 - 3

Accessing the Admin Tools ......................................................................................6-4

Launching the Admin Tools ................................................................................................ 6-4

Privacy Mask Setting Tool ........................................................................................6 -5

Display Screen of Privacy Mask Setting Tool...................................................................... 6-5

Setting the Privacy Mask Area ............................................................................................ 6- 6

Changing/Deleting a Privacy Mask Area ............................................................................ 6-8

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Panorama Creation Tool...........................................................................................6 - 9

Display Screens of Panorama Creation Tool .................................................................... 6 - 10

Capturing a Panorama Image........................................................................................... 6-10

Saving/Deleting a Panorama Image on the Camera......................................................... 6 - 11

Saving a Panorama Image as Image Files/Opening from Image Files............................. 6-11

View Restriction Setting Tool..................................................................................6 -12

Display Screens of View Restriction Setting Tool.............................................................. 6-13

Setting View Restrictions................................................................................................... 6- 14

Preset Setting Tool .................................................................................................6-16

Display Screens of Preset Setting Tool............................................................................. 6 - 17

Setting the Preset..............................................................................................................6-19

Preset Tour ........................................................................................................................ 6-20

Intelligent Function Setting Tool .............................................................................6-22

Display Screen of Intelligent Function Setting Tool........................................................... 6-24

Flow of Intelligent Function Setting ................................................................................... 6-26

Setting Intelligent Function Detection Settings ................................................................. 6 - 27

Log Viewer..............................................................................................................6- 31

Display Screens of Log Viewer ......................................................................................... 6- 31

Downloading Log Files...................................................................................................... 6-32

How to View Logs.............................................................................................................. 6-32

Chapter 7 Admin Viewer/VB Viewer

Overview of Viewer ...................................................................................................7- 2

Major Differences Between the Admin Viewer and the VB Viewer ..................................... 7-2

User Authorities and Camera Control Privileges................................................................. 7-2

Launching the Viewer ...............................................................................................7-5

Launching the Viewer.......................................................................................................... 7-5

Shutting Down the Viewer ................................................................................................... 7-5

Connecting from Admin Tools............................................................................................. 7-5

How to Operate the Viewer.......................................................................................7 - 6

Display Screens of Admin Viewer ....................................................................................... 7 - 6

VB Viewer ............................................................................................................................ 7-7

Obtaining Camera Control Privileges.................................................................................. 7-8

Controlling the Camera ....................................................................................................... 7-9

Setting Video and Audio ................................................................................................... 7 - 10

Checking Information........................................................................................................ 7 - 12

Performing Operations and Settings as the Administrator......................................7-13

Magnifying Part of the Image (Viewer PTZ) .................................................................... 7- 13

Opening/Closing Control Items......................................................................................... 7- 14

Performing Operations and Settings ................................................................................ 7- 14

Setting the Smart Shade Control....................................................................................... 7- 14

Setting the Focus .............................................................................................................. 7-15

Setting the Exposure......................................................................................................... 7-16

Setting White Balance....................................................................................................... 7 -17

Setting the Night Mode ..................................................................................................... 7 - 17

Operating the External Device Output .............................................................................. 7 - 17

Displaying Event Status .................................................................................................... 7-18

Chapter 8 Appendix

SD Memory Card Access .........................................................................................8 -2

Modifiers ...................................................................................................................8-4

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................8 -6

List of Log Messages ................................................................................................8- 8

Log Messages on the Camera............................................................................................ 8-8

List of Viewer Messages .........................................................................................8-16

Messages displayed in the Information Field ................................................................... 8-16

Restore Settings .....................................................................................................8-18

Restoring the Initial Setting from the Maintenance Page in the Web Browser.................. 8-18

Restoring Factory Default Settings with the Reset Switch on the Camera........................ 8- 18

List of Factory Default Settings...............................................................................8 - 20

Index .......................................................................................................................8-26

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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

Megapixel Support Equipped with a 1.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, the camera supports high-quality video

monitoring.

H.264 Support In addition to JPEG, the camera supports video compression in H.264 format, which

provides high image quality and high compression rates. 1280x960 resolution video can be transmitted to up to 10 clients simultaneously (up to 30 clients for JPEG) in high quality and at a high frame rate of 30 frames per second.*

Low Illumination Image Capture The camera can capture color images even with low subject illumination.

OFF)

Intelligent Functions The camera boasts a variety of intelligent functions that offer the wide array of detection options.

Privacy Masking You can hide parts of an image with masks to ensure privacy and security.

SD/SDHC Memory Card Support*

Small-Scale Video Monitoring via RM-Lite

Software (Supplied)

Moving object detection, abandoned object detection, removed object detection, camera tempering detection, volume detection.

You can record uploaded images and logs to memory cards when the network is down.

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

Minimum subject illumination of 0.25 lux (1/30 sec., with smart shade control

Minimum subject illumination of 0.4 lux (1/30 sec., with smart shade control OFF)

The mask area tracks camera pan, tilt, and zoom operations and moves accordingly.

*1 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.

*2 In the “Operation Guide”, the memory card that can be used with the camera is referred to as “SD memory card”.

VB-M40 Features

20x Optical Zoom Lens The camera is equipped with a 20x optical (4x digital) zoom lens with a maximum 55.4°

angle of view and auto focus support.

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

VB-M700F/VB-M600D/VB-M600VE 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-M600VE

only)

Dustproof and Waterproof Mechanisms

(VB-M600VE only)

angle adjustment during installation.

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

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

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Camera Software

Before Use

Installed Software

 VB-M700/600/40 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. 1-5).

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

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

• Privacy Mask Setting Tool

• Intelligent Function Setting Tool

• Log Viewer

• Panorama Creation Tool

• View Restriction Setting Tool

•Preset Setting Tool

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 (p. 2-4)

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

 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/.NET Framework

4.5

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

 RM-Lite (p. 1-5)

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.

 Backup and Restore Tools

The 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.

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 Memory Card Unmount Tool

This software allows you to mount/unmount memory cards inserted in specified cameras, and acquire information from memory cards.

 SD Card Utility

(See Chapter 8 “SD Memory Card Access”)

This tool displays or deletes JPEG images saved on an SD memory card. It can also convert saved images into MOV files and save them to a computer.

Network Video Recording Software (optional)

Additional licenses can be purchased as necessary.

 RM-64/RM-25/RM-9

This software allows using network cameras for multipoint surveillance, and for displaying, recording and playing back camera video. 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 computers. 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.

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Camera Software

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

Before Use

VB-S30D, VB-S31D, VB-S800D, VB-S900F, VB-H41, VB-H610VE, VB-H610D, VB-H710F,

Supported cameras

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 (optional).

• The VB-S30D/VB-S31D/VB-S800D/VB-S900F/VB-H41/VB-H610VE/VB-H610D/VB-H710F/VB-M40/VB-M600VE/VB-M600D/VB-M700F cannot be used with Network Video Recording Software versions older than RM-Lite. Users of VK-64/VK-16 and other legacy software must upgrade to RM-Lite. For details, visit our website.

Note

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

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Operating Environment

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

VB Initial Setting Tool, Camera Angle Setting Tool, VB-M700/600/40 Viewer, Admin Tools

CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or more

Windows XP Home/Professional SP3 32-bit Windows Server 2003 Standard SP2 32-bit Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard SP2 32-bit Windows Vista Ultimate/Business/Enterprise/Home Premium SP2 32/64-bit

Operating Systems *

Web Browser Internet Explorer 7/8/9/10 32-bit *

Memory 2 GB or more

Viewer Display 1024 x 768 or higher

Software *

Audio When using the camera's audio feature, the PC audio support feature is required.

Windows 7 Ultimate/Professional/Enterprise/Home Premium 32/64-bit Windows 7 Ultimate/Professional/Enterprise/Home Premium SP1 32/64-bit Windows 8/Windows 8 Pro/Windows 8 Enterprise 32/64-bit Windows Server 2008 Standard SP2 32/64-bit Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard 64-bit Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard SP1 64-bit Windows Server 2012 Standard 64-bit

.NET Framework 3.5 SP1 (When using Internet Explorer 7/8/9)

– Must be installed on Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003 and Windows

Server 2008 systems

.NET Framework 4.5 (When using Internet Explorer 10)

– Must be installed on Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 systems

*1 Set the Control Panel's font size (DPI) for Admin Tools and Admin Viewer to 100% or 125%. *2 The browser must support JavaScript, XAML browser applications, and I Frame.

The VB Viewer requires cookies.

*3 Installation is unnecessary if only VB Viewer will be used. .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 and 4.5 are provided on the included

setup CD-ROM, and the appropriate version is selected automatically depending on the version of Internet Explorer.

RM-Lite

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

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Notes on Operating Environment

Before Use

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/Windows Server 2012

 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 and Windows Server 2003/ Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2012, the security level for Internet sites and intranet sites on Internet Explorer is set to [High] by default. Thus, when accessing the VB-M700/600/40 Viewer or the camera's Setting Page, 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-M700/600/40 Viewer and the Setting

Page from the top page of the camera with Internet Explorer.

The following dialog box appears.

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Click [Add].

The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears.

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-M700/600/40 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.

This completes the trusted site registration process.

Notes on Use with Windows Server 2008/ Windows Server 2012

 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/Windows Server 2012. 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.

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.

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 9/10) in Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2/Windows Server 2012, 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/

10. Use the procedures below to change this setting.

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

Explorer 9/10 and click the [Advanced] tab.

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Notes on Operating Environment

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/Windows Server 2012, the sound function is disabled by default. To receive audio with the Viewer, follow the steps below to enable the sound function.

Open [Control Panel] and click [Hardware and Sound].

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/Windows 8/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2012

The following restrictions apply.

 RM-Lite

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

Before Use

Note

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

Click [Sound].

Notes for Windows 8/Windows Server 2012

Each software application, including Admin Viewer and Admin Tools, can be started from the desktop screen only. They cannot be started from the Start screen.

When the [Audio Service Not Running] message

appears, click [Yes].

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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. 2-4)

“Performing Initial Settings for the Camera” (p. 2-6)

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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. 2-7)

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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. 2-4)

“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.

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“Chapter 6 Admin Tools”

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Preparing the Camera for Use

Using VB-M700/600/40 Viewer

The camera's built-in VB-M700/600/40 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

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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/.NET Framework 4.5: 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 Tools if the Admin Tools 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-M40 is also installed. If you do not

want to install the Camera Angle Setting Tool because you are using only VB-M40 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.

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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/Windows Server 2012

 Registering the Top Page of the Camera as a

Trusted Site

In Internet Explorer 9 or greater and Windows Server 2003/ Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2012, the security level for Internet sites and intranet sites on Internet Explorer is set to [High] by default. Thus, when accessing the VB-M700/600/40 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.

The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears.

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

website 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.

Initial Settings

Access the VB-M700/600/40 Viewer and the Setting

Page from the top page of the camera with Internet Explorer.

The following dialog box appears.

Click [Add].

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

The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears.

This completes the trusted site registration process.

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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 (“Connecting the Camera” in the “Installation Guide”).

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 (“Part Names” in the “Installation Guide”).

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

Click to select

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].

Important

• The camera will stop issuing IP address assignment requests 20 minutes after it is turned on, and the 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. 1-7) before performing initial settings.

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

Setup progress is shown in the window.

Note

• To ensure security, be sure to change the administrator password (p. 4-2).

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

Click [OK].

Important

To obtain an IP address from a DHCP server or set IPv6, first use the VB Initial Setting Tool to temporarily configure an IPv4 static address that can communicate with the PC. Then, in [Network] in the setting page, change [IPv4 Address Setting Method] to [Auto (DHCP)] in the [IPv4] area (p. 5-5). Alternatively, set [IPv6].

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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. 8-6) 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. 5-19) for more information on HTTP port settings.

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