Conceptronic
CNETCAM2 & C54NETCAM2
Network Camera
Advanced Installation Guide
&
Software User Guide
Version 1.0
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PREFACE
Thank you for purchasing the Conceptronic Network Camera, a powerful and
high-quality image wireless network camera. The camera can be installed as a
standalone system within your application environment easily and quickly, and
supports remote management function so that you can access and control it
using a Web browser on your PC.
This Advanced Installation Guide provides you with the instructions and
illustrations on how to use your camera, which includes:
Chapter 1 Introduction to Your Camera describes the features of the camera.
You will also know the components and functions of the camera.
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation helps you install the camera according to
your application environment. You can use this camera at home, at
work, at any where you want.
Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera lets you start using your camera without
problem. The camera can be set up easily and work within your
network environment instantly.
Chapter 4 Configuring the Camera guides you through the configuration of the
camera using the web browser on your PC.
Chapter 5 Appendix provides the specification of the camera and some useful
information for using your camera.
Note: The illustrations and configuration values in this guide are for reference
only. The actual settings depend on your practical application of the
camera.
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Contents
PR EFA CE ......... .. ....... .. .. ....... .. ......... .. .. ....... 1
IN TRO DU CTI ON TO Y OUR C AM ERA .. ......... .. ....... . 3
1.1 CHECKING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS ....................................... 3
1.2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA......................................... 4
1.3 FEATURES AND BENEFITS .................................................. 6
1.4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT .................................................... 7
HA R DW AR E I NSTAL LA TIO N .. .. ....... .. ......... .. ...... 8
2.1 INSTALLING THE CAMERA STAND ........................................... 8
2.2 CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO LAN/WLAN................................ 9
2.3 APPLICATIONS OF THE CAMERA ...........................................10
AC C ES SI NG TH E CAM ERA ...... .. .. ....... .. ......... .. 1 1
3.1 USING IP FINDER ........................................................11
3.2 ACCESSING TO THE CAMERA ..............................................12
3.3 CONFIGURING THE IP ADDRESS OF THE PC ................................16
CO NFI GU RIN G THE C AMERA ....... .. ......... .. ....... 17
4.1 USING THE WEB CONFIGURATION .........................................17
4.2 USING SMART WIZARD ...................................................19
4.3 BASIC SETUP ............................................................22
4.4 NETWORK SETTINGS .....................................................26
4.5 SETTING UP VIDEO .......................................................32
4.6 EVENT SERVER CONFIGURATION ..........................................34
4.7 MOTION DETECT .........................................................36
4.8 EVENT CONFIG ..........................................................37
4.9 TOOLS ..................................................................41
4.10 INFORMATION ............................................................43
SOFTW AR E I NS TALLA TIO N ........ .. ....... .. .. ....... 45
USING U LTR A VIE W ....... .. ....... .. .. ....... .. .. ...... 4 8
TO LAUNCH THE PROGRAM .......................................................48
ITEM FEATURES .................................................................49
TO ADD A CAMERA...............................................................53
TO REMOVE A CAMERA ...........................................................56
TO LINK TO THE WEB PAGE OF THE CAMERA ......................................56
TO RECORD VIDEO...............................................................57
TO CONFIGURE THE RECORDING SETTINGS ........................................59
TO PLAYBACK THE RECORDED VIDEO ..............................................61
TO SET UP MOTION DETECTION OPTIONS ..........................................62
INFORMATION ...................................................................64
AP PEN DI X .. ......... .. ....... .. .. ....... .. .. ....... .. .. .. 6 5
A.1 SPECIFICATION ...........................................................65
A.2 GLOSSARY OF TERMS .....................................................67
A.3 GNU-GPL LICENSE INFORMATION ........................................75
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR CAMERA
1.1 Checking the Package Contents
The following items should be present in the package of the Conceptronic
CNETCAM2 / C54NETCAM2:
• Conceptronic CNETCAM2 / C54NETCAM2 Network Camera Camera Stand
• Mounting screws with wall plugs for product stand
• Power supply (5V DC, 2.5A)
• Network cable (RJ-45 type)
• Product CD-ROM
• Wireless antenna (only applies to the C54NETCAM2)
• This Quick Installation Guide
Note: Once any item contained is damaged or missing, contact the authorized
dealer of your locale.
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1.2 Getting to Know Your Camera
Front View
C54NETCAM2
CNETCAM2
Description of the numbers
1. Adjustable lens.
2. LEDs for ‘Power’ (top) and ‘Activity’ (bottom).
1
2
1
2
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Rear View
C54NETCAM2
CNETCAM2
Description of the numbers
1. LAN network connection port (RJ45).
2. Reset button.
3. Power supply connector (5V DC, 2.5A).
4. Connector for camera stand.
5. Wireless antenna connector (only for C54NETCAM2).
6. Wireless antenna (only for C54NETCAM2).
3
4
1
5
6
4
3
2
1
2
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1.3 Features and Benefits
Surveillance Supported
The camera supports “nightshot mode” to deliver clearer images in the
dark environment. Enable motion detection and setup automated email
alerts and upload FTP for security.
Remote Control Supported
By using a standard Web browser or the bundled Ultra View software
application, the administrator can easily change the configuration of the
camera via Intranet or Internet. In addition, the camera can be upgraded
remotely when a new firmware is available. The users are also allowed to
monitor the image and take snapshots via the network.
Multiple Platforms Supported
The camera supports multiple network protocols, including TCP/IP, SMTP email, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. Therefore, you can use
the camera in a mixed operating system environment, such as Windows
2000 and Windows XP.
Multiple Applications Supported
Through the remote access technology, you can use the cameras to monitor
various objects and places for your own purposes.
For example, babies at home, patients in the hospital, offices and banks,
and more. The camera can capture both still images and video clips, so that
you can keep the archives and restore them at any time.
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1.4 System Requirement
Networking
LAN: 10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet.
WLAN: IEEE 802.11b/g.
Accessing the Camera using Web Browser
Platform: Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista
CPU: Intel Pentium III 350MHz or above
RAM: 128MB
Resolution: 800x600 or above
User Interface: Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6.0 or above
Apple Safari 2 or above
Mozilla Firefox 2.00 or above
Accessing the Camera using Ultra View
Platform: Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista.
Hardware Requirement:
1 camera connected: Intel Pentium III 800MHz; 512MB RAM
2 ~ 4 cameras connected: Intel Pentium 4 1.3GHz; 512MB RAM
5 ~ 8 cameras connected: Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz; 1GB RAM
9 ~ 16 cameras connected: Intel Pentium 4 3.4GHz; 2GB RAM
Resolution: 1024x768 or above
Note: If you connect multiple cameras to monitor various places simultaneously,
you are recommended to use a computer with higher performance.
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CHAPTER 2
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 Installing the Camera Stand
The camera comes with a camera stand, which uses a swivel ball screw head to
lock to the camera’s screw hole. When the camera stand is attached, you can
place the camera anywhere by mounting the camera through the three screw
holes located in the base of the camera stand.
The Camera Stand
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2.2 Connecting the Camera to LAN/WLAN
Use the provided Ethernet cable
to connect the camera to your
local area network (LAN).
When you connect the AC power
adapter, the camera is powered
on automatically. You can verify
the power status from the Power
LED on the front panel of the
camera.
Once connected, the Link LED
starts flashing green light and the
camera is on standby and ready
for use now.
C54NETCAM2 ONLY:
If you use a wireless network in
your application environment, you
need to attach the included
external antenna to the camera.
When the camera is powered on,
the camera will automatically
search any access point with
“default” SSID.
Note: If the camera cannot connect to your wireless network, you need to
install the camera in LAN and proceed with WLAN settings.
Connecting the Ethernet Cable
Connecting the External Antenna
(C54NETCAM2 Only)
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2.3 Applications of the Camera
The camera can be applied in multiple applications, including:
Monitor local and remote places and objects via Internet or Intranet.
Capture still images and video clips remotely.
Upload images or send email messages with the still images attached.
The following diagram explains one of the typical applications for your camera
and provides a basic example for installing the camera.
Home Applications
*Please enclosed by waterproof
housing when using in outdoor
*
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CHAPTER 3
ACCESSING THE CAMERA
3.1 Using IP Finder
The camera comes with a conveniently utility, IP Finder, which is included in
the Installation CD-ROM, allowing you to search the camera on your network
easily.
1. Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive to initiate
the Auto-Run program.
2. Click the IP Finder item to launch the utility. The control panel will appear
as below.
• Click ‘Search’ to find the IP address of the connected camera(s).
• Click ‘Change IP’ to modify the IP address of the selected camera.
• Click ‘Exit’ to close the utility.
3. Once you get the IP address of the camera, launch the Web browser or Ultra
View to access your camera.
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3.2 Accessing to the Camera
Whenever you want to access the camera:
1. Open the Web browser on your computer (for example, Microsoft Internet
Explorer in this guide)
2. Type the default IP address (192.168.0.40 for CNETCAM2 or 192.168.0.45 for
C54NETCAM2) or the IP address found by IP Finder in the Address bar, and
then press [Enter].
After you login into the Web Configuration of the camera, the main page will
appear as below:
In the main menu, you can select the following options:
ActiveX – View the network camera in ActiveX Mode
Java Applet – View the network camera in Java Mode
Setup – Open the configuration pages of the network camera
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When you select ‘ActiveX’ in the main menu, the following screen will be
shown:
Note: You need to accept the ActiveX applet in order to see the camera image.
The following options are available:
- Home – Return to the main page
- Manual Record – Record the displayed camera image
- Snapshot – Make a snapshot of the displayed camera image
- Browse – Browse for a destination folder for above options
- 1x, 2x, 3x – Use Digital Zoom on the displayed camera image
- Nightmode – Initialize Nightmode
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When you select ‘Java Applet’ in the main menu, the following screen will be
shown:
Note: You need to accept the Java applet in order to see the camera image.
The following options are available:
- Home – Return to the main page
- Nightmode – Initialize Nightmode
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When you select ‘Setup’ in the main menu, the following screen will be shown:
3. When the login window appears, enter the default User name (admin) and
password (admin) and press ‘OK’ to access the camera’s Web Configuration.
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3.3 Configuring the IP Address of the PC
If you are failed to access to the camera, please check the IP address of your
computer. When you connect the camera to your computer directly to proceed
with configuration of the camera, you need to set up the IP addresses to be in
the same segment for the two devices to communicate.
1. On your computer, click Start > Control Panel to open the Control Panel
window.
2. Double-click Network Connection to open the Network Connection window.
3. Right-click Local Area Connection and then click Properties from the
shortcut menu.
4. When the Local Area Connection Properties window appears, select the
General tab.
5. Select Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] and then click Properties to bring up the
Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] Properties window.
6. To configure a fixed IP address that is within the segment of the camera,
select the Use the following IP address option. Then, enter an IP address
into the empty field. The suggested IP address is 192.168.0.x (x is 0~254
except 30), and the suggested Subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
7. When you are finished, click OK.
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CHAPTER 4
CONFIGURING THE CAMERA
4.1 Using the Web Configuration
You can access and manage the camera through the Web browser and the
provided software application Ultra View. This chapter describes the Web
Configuration, and guides you through the configuration of the camera by using
the web browser.
To configure the camera, click ‘Setup’ on the main page of Web Configuration:
When the login window appears, enter the default User name (admin) and
password (admin) and press ‘OK’ to access the camera’s Web Configuration.
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When the username and password are OK, the Web Configuration will start from
the Basic page.
The Web Configuration contains the settings that are required for the camera in
the left menu bar, including Smart Wizard, Basic, Network, Video, Event
Server, Motion detect, Event Config, Tools, and Information.
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4.2 Using Smart Wizard
The camera’s Smart Wizard lets you configure your camera easily and quickly.
The wizard will guide you through the necessary settings with detailed
instructions on each step.
To start the wizard, click Smart Wizard in the left menu bar.
Step 1. Camera Settings
Step 2. IP Settings
Enter the name for
the camera and
place.
Enter the
administrator
password.
Select the IP setting
according to your
network: DHCP,
Static IP
, or
PPPoE
.
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Step 3. Email Settings
Step 4. Wireless Networking
Note: This page is only shown in the configuration of the C54NETCAM2.
Enter the required
information to be
able to send email
with image.
Select
Enable
to
enable the wireless
function of the
camera, and then
complete the
requ
ired settings.
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Step 5. Confirm Settings
This step shows the configuration of your camera. When you confirm the
settings, click Apply to finish the wizard and reboot the camera. Otherwise,
click Prev to go back to the previous step(s) and change the settings; or click
Cancel to end the wizard and discard the changes.
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4.3 Basic Setup
The Basic menu contains three sub-menus that provide the system settings for
the camera, such as the Camera Name, Location, Date & Time, and User
management.
Basic >> System
Basic
- Camera Name: Enter a descriptive name for the camera.
- Location: Enter a descriptive name for the location used by the camera.
Indication LED
This item allows you to set the LED illumination as desired. There are two
options: Normal and OFF.
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Basic >> Date & Time
Date & Time
- TimeZone: Select the proper time zone for the region from the pull-down
menu.
- Synchronize with PC: Select this option and the date & time settings of
the camera will be synchronized with the connected computer.
- Synchronize with NTP Server: Select this option and the time will be
synchronized with the NTP Server. You need to enter the IP address of the
server and select the update interval in the following two boxes.
- Manual: Select this option to set the date and time manually.
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