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Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the Cisco 4000 Series Video Surveillance High-Definition IP
Cameras and their features. These IP cameras include:
• CIVS-IPC-4300—High-definition digital camera that is suitable for a wide range of video
surveillance applications
• CIVS-IPC-4500—Identical features to the CIVS-IPC-4300 model with the addition of digital signal
processor (DSP) capabilities that are used for the Cisco video analytics feature
Note The CIVS-IPC-4300 model is not designed to be upgraded with a DSP.
This chapter includes these topics:
• IP Camera Features, page 1-1
• IP Camera Physical Details, page 1-2
• DC Auto Iris Lens Connector Pinouts, page 1-6
• Package Contents, page 1-6
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IP Camera Features
The Cisco Video Surveillance IP Camera offers a feature-rich digital camera solution for a video
surveillance system. The camera provides high-definition (HD) video and simultaneous H.264 and
MJPEG compression, streaming up to 30 frames per second (fps) at 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution, and
60 fps at 720p (1280 x 720) resolution. Contact closures and two-way audio allow integration with
microphones, speakers, and access control systems.
In addition, the IP camera provides networking and security capabilities, including multicast support,
hardware-based Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), and hardware-based Data Encryption
Standard/Triple Data Encryption Standard (DES/3DES) encryption. The camera can be powered through
an external power supply or by integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE).
The IP camera includes the following key features:
• H.264 and MJPEG compression—The IP camera can generate H.264 and MJPEG streams
simultaneously.
• Progressive scan video—The camera captures each frame at its entire resolution using progressive
scan rather than interfaced video capture, which captures each field of video.
• Day/night switch support—An IR-cut filter provides increased sensitivity in low-light conditions.
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• Two-way audio communication—Audio can be encoded with the video. With the internal or
optional external microphone and optional external speaker, you can communicate with people at
the IP camera location while you are in a remote location and viewing images from the IP camera.
• Multi-protocol support—Supports these protocols: DHCP, FTP, HTTP, HTTPS, NTP, RTP, RTSP,
SMTP, SNMP v2 and v3, SSL/TLS, and TCP/IP.
• Web-based management—You perform ongoing administration and management of the IP camera
through web-based configuration menus.
• Motion detection—The IP camera can detect motion in user-designated fields of view by analyzing
changes in pixels and generate an alert if motion is detected.
• Flexible scheduling—You can configure the IP camera to respond to events that occur within a
designated schedule.
• Syslog support—The IP camera can send log data to a Syslog server.
• IP address filter—You can designate IP addresses that can access the IP camera and IP addresses
that cannot access the IP camera.
• User-definable HTTP/ HTTPS port number—Allows you to define the port that is used to
connect to the camera through the Internet.
• DHCP support—The IP camera can automatically obtain its IP addresses in a network in which
DHCP is enabled.
• Network Time Protocol (NTP) support—Allows the IP camera to calibrate its internal clock with
a local or Internet time server.
• Support for C and CS mount lenses—The IP camera supports a variety of C and CS mount lenses.
• RS-485/PTZ support—The IP camera supports Pelco D protocol, which enables PTZ functions
when used with a supported motorized zoom lens, external pan/tilt mount, and control device.
• Power options—The IP camera can be powered with 12 volts DC or 24 volts AC, which is provided
through an optional external power adapter, or through PoE (802.3af), which is provided through a
supported switch.
• Camera access control—You can control access to IP camera configuration windows and live video
by configuring various user types and log in credentials.
• Video analytics (CIVS-IPC-4500 only)—Provides an intuitive interface and tools for video
analysis.
IP Camera Physical Details
The IP camera includes a reset button, built-in microphone, status LEDs, several ports for connecting
external devices, and two threaded mounting holes, one on the bottom and one on the top.
Figure 1-1 and the table that follows describe the items on the front of the IP camera.
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Figure 1-1 Front of IP Camera
1 Lens opening The IP camera supports a variety of C and CS mount lenses, which
attach here.
For best performance, Cisco recommends that you use a DC auto
iris lens.
2 Focus ring Allows you to adjust the back focus of the IP camera.
You must loosen the focus ring hex screw on the bottom of the IP
camera before you can rotate the focus ring. For instructions, see
the “Adjusting Back Focus on the IP Camera” section on page 2-9.
3 Microphone Captures audio.
There also is a connection for an optional external microphone on
the rear of the IP camera.
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Figure 1-2 and the table that follows describe the items on the rear of the IP camera.
Figure 1-2 Rear of IP Camera
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1 Power LED Lights bright when the IP camera is powering up. Lights dim when
the camera is IP operating
2 Audio Port Allows the connection of the audio Y cable that is provided with
the IP camera. You can connect an optional external speaker,
optional external microphone (with pre-amplifier), or both devices
through this cable.
Each device connects to the audio cable through a standard 3.5 mm
mini phone jack. A speaker connects to the green jack, which is
labeled “Audio Out.” A microphone connects to the pink jack,
which is labeled “Audio In.” Microphones and speakers that are
designed for use with PCs usually are compatible with this input
jack.
Connecting an external microphone disables the internal
microphone on the IP camera.
3 PoE LED Indicates information about PoE as follows:
• Lit green—PoE connection is detected
• Off—PoE connection is not detected
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4 LAN port Accepts a standard LAN cable to connect the IP camera to a
100BaseT hub, router, or switch.
5 Network Activity LED Indicates information about the network connections as follows:
• Lit amber—LAN connection is detected
• Off—LAN connection is not detected
• Blinking—Data is being transmitted or received via the LAN
connection
6 Power input Provides for the connection of an optional 12 V, 1 amp DC power
adapter or 24 VAC power adapter.
Caution Use only the Cisco specified power supply adapter.
7 Reset button Recessed button that reboots the IP camera or resets it to a default
state. You can use a pin or paper clip to depress it. It can be used
any time that the IP camera is on and can have various effects, as
described in the “Resetting the IP Camera” section on page 2-10.
8 GPIO ports General purpose input/output (GPIO) terminal block that includes
2 input ports (labeled DI1, DI2), 2 output ports (labeled DO1,
DO2), a grounding port (labeled GND), and a a 5-pin RS-232 port.
9 USB port Not supported.
Figure 1-3 and the table that follows describe the item on the side of the IP camera.
Figure 1-3 Side of IP Camera
1 DC auto iris lens connector Connection for cable from DC auto iris lens
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DC Auto Iris Lens Connector Pinouts
Figure 1-4 and the table that follows describe the pinouts of the DC auto iris lens connector on the IP
camera.
Figure 1-4 DC Auto Iris Lens Connector Pinouts
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Pin Function
1Damp –
2Damp +
3Drive +
4Drive –
Package Contents
The the Cisco Video Surveillance IP Camera package includes these items:
• Camera
• Lens opening dust cap
• USB port cover
• Audio Y cable, 3.5 mm male mono jack / dual 3.5 mm female mono jacks, for connecting an external
speaker and microphone
• Terminal block for power connection
• C mount lens adaptor
• 0.9 mm Allen wrench for unlocking and locking the focus ring
• Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
• Quick Start Guide
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