COP Security 15-WS01C User Manual

WebCam

15-WS01C

User's Manual

Before You Use

Surveillance devices may be prohibited by law in your country. Though WebCam is not only a high

performance surveillance system but also a networked video server, ensure that the operation of such

devices are legal before installing this unit for surveillance.

It is important to carefully check the contents with the "Package Contents" section after opening the

package. Understanding the physical description can prevent damage caused by abnormal usage and

reduce most problems during installation.

Basically WebCam is a network device and should be easy to use for those who already have basic

network knowledge. If there is a system error and it does not recover easily due to erroneous

configuration, check the section "Auxiliary buttons" to restore factory default settings and run installation

again.

WebCam has been designed for various environments and can be used to build various applications for

general security or demonstration purposes. For standard applications, read "System configuration" to

understand all functions. To make the best usage of WebCam, review "Advanced functions" to get

creative ideas. To those professional developers, "URL Commands of WebCam" will be a very helpful

reference.

Those paragraphs preceding by

should be fully understood and cautioned. Ignoring the warnings

may result in serious hazards.

Table of Contents

Before You Use ....................................................................................... 1

Package Contents................................................................................... 6

Physical Description .............................................................................. 8

Rear Panel .............................................................................................................8

Ethernet 10/100 socket..................................................................................................................8

COM port ......................................................................................................................................8

General I/O terminal block............................................................................................................9

Status LEDs.................................................................................................................................10

Restore button .............................................................................................................................11

Power adapter..............................................................................................................................11

Auto Iris Lens Connector............................................................................................................11

How to Install ....................................................................................... 12

Ethernet Environment......................................................................... 13

Hardware installation..........................................................................................13

Cable connection.........................................................................................................................13

Power on .....................................................................................................................................14

Software configuration .......................................................................................15

Easy way with installer program.................................................................................................15

Manual way with existing programs ...........................................................................................20

First access to WebCam ......................................................................................21

Modem Environment........................................................................... 23

Hardware installation..........................................................................................23

Cable connection.........................................................................................................................24

Power on .....................................................................................................................................24

Software configuration .......................................................................................25

Install a new modem ...................................................................................................................25

Setup a new connection...............................................................................................................28

First access to WebCam ......................................................................................33

How to Use............................................................................................ 35

Authentication.....................................................................................................36

Primary user’s capability ....................................................................................38

Main screen with camera view....................................................................................................38

Pan/Tilt positioning device control .............................................................................................39

Client Setting ......................................................................................................40

System configuration ..........................................................................................42

System parameters ......................................................................................................................43

User group administration...........................................................................................................44

Network settings .........................................................................................................................45

Video codec parameters ..............................................................................................................48

Motion detection .........................................................................................................................51

Camera positioning device configuration ...................................................................................53

Modem and dialup settings .........................................................................................................55

Application..................................................................................................................................57

Homepage layout settings ...........................................................................................................59

One-shot fast configuration via FTP ...........................................................................................60

Advanced functions ............................................................................................68

Web

Viewing system log .....................................................................................................................68

Viewing system parameters.........................................................................................................68

Restore factory default settings...................................................................................................68

FTP

Uploading snapshots periodically to an external FTP server......................................................69

Customizing homepage images...................................................................................................69

Viewing system log .....................................................................................................................70

Uploading the configuration file .................................................................................................70

Software revision upgrade...........................................................................................................70

Teln et

System core debugging ...............................................................................................................72

Monitor changed status of digital inputs.....................................................................................72

Stop information dumping ..........................................................................................................72

Query status of digital inputs ......................................................................................................72

Set digital outputs........................................................................................................................73

Erase snapshots stored in Flash memory.....................................................................................73

Erase logo and graphic buttons ...................................................................................................73

Skip installation during the next boot .........................................................................................73

Reset network for new settings ...................................................................................................73

Restore factory default settings...................................................................................................73

Reset system................................................................................................................................73

URL commands of WebCam ..............................................................................74

Capture update Snapshot of JPEG image....................................................................................74

Move motorized device in PT direction......................................................................................74

Query status of digital inputs ......................................................................................................74

Drive digital outputs....................................................................................................................74

Clear data mode serial port driver...............................................................................................74

Restore factory default settings...................................................................................................75

Restart system .............................................................................................................................75

Page URL....................................................................................................................................76

System resource URL .................................................................................................................77

General format of command URL ..............................................................................................77

System configuration URL .........................................................................................................77

Security configuration URL........................................................................................................78

Network configuration URL .......................................................................................................78

Video configuration URL............................................................................................................79

Image quality configuration URL ...............................................................................................80

Camera configuration URL.........................................................................................................80

Camera custom command configuration URL............................................................................81

Modem configuration URL.........................................................................................................82

Application configuration URL ..................................................................................................82

Homepage layout configuration URL.........................................................................................83

Appendix............................................................................................... 84

A. POST procedure.............................................................................................84

B. Frequently asked questions ............................................................................85

C. Technical specifications .................................................................................88

Package Contents

WebCam 15-WS01C

Power adapter

Null modem cable

I/O terminal block connector

Wrench

Installation and document CD

Quick installation guide

Warranty card

Physical Description

Rear Panel

Ethernet 10/100 socket

Connect to Ethernet network with a UTP category 5 cable that cannot exceed 100 meters. Once the

Ethernet cable is connected without error, WebCam will utilize Ethernet interface regardless of modem

connection.

COM port

This RS232 serial port can connect with a modem or included null modem cable to utilize dial-up

network when Ethernet is not available. If WebCam operates with Ethernet interface, administrators may

use this port to control custom Pan-Tilt device.

General I/O terminal block

1 Å DI+ INPUT (Max. 50mA, 12VDC)

2 Å DI- INPUT

3 Å SW_COMMON OUTPUT (short with NC at initial state)

4 Å SW_NOPEN OUTPUT (Max. 1A, 24VDC or 0.5A, 125VAC)

5 Å RS485 B (inverting)

6 Å RS485 A (non-inverting)

WebCam provides a very flexible general I/O interface to combine with the user’s security devices such

as sensors, alarms, lighting or door locks. The general I/O terminal block has six pins for device control.

These pins can be divided into two categories based on their functions, including RS485 and digital inputs

and outputs.

If the device connected to COM has an RS485 interface, wire two control lines to pin 5 and pin 6. After

switching to RS485 on the configuration page, the PT control commands will be directed through pin 5

and pin 6. If the distance from the controlled device is too far to allow accurate function, an external

power source may be used to pull high the RS485 signal.

WebCam provides one digital input and one relay switch. Pin 1 and pin 2 can be connected to external

sensor and the state of voltage will be monitored according to the programmed scripts in configuration.

The relay switch can be used to turn on or off external devices.

Status LEDs

Each time WebCam starts, it will perform a Power-On Self Test, abbreviated as POST hereafter, to

examine every hardware module. As soon as the administrator plugs in the power adapter, both LEDs

under the network LED will flash one by one until the POST is done. If any module fails, both LEDs will

indicate to the users the error according to the pattern listed in Appendix A. If the result is good, both

LEDs will turn off for a while and then follows the pattern below. Network interface depends on the

peripherals including Ethernet UTP cable, modem or null modem cable. If the Ethernet cable between

WebCam and Ethernet hub is good, WebCam will choose the Ethernet network. If Ethernet is unavailable

but a operational modem is connected, the network interface will be PPP with modem. If either of the

above is not the case, WebCam will try the interface of PPP with null modem.

Network Interface Condition LED2 (Heartbeat) LED3 (Status)

before installed OFF OFF

after installed flash OFF

Ethernet

during camera control flash Flash

PPP with modem after POST flash ON

before connected ON ON PPP with null modem

after connected flash ON

Restore button

There is a button hidden in the box for restoring the system factory default settings. When the system fails

to install or operates abnormally, use the included assistant stick in the package and follow the following

procedures to reset the system back to its original status.

Poke the assistant stick into the hole to press down on the restore button. Restart the system by

unplugging and re-plugging the power jack. While keeping the button pressed, the system will perform

POST twice rather than the usual once, which can be observed from the flashing LEDs. After the system

flashes the LEDs for the second time, withdraw the stick to release the button. The system will have

restored factory default settings at that moment.

Power adapter

Connect the power jack of the included power adapter. Connecting the power adapter should be the last

operation while physically installing WebCam.

Auto Iris Lens Connector

If the auto iris lens is used, AES on rear panel must be turned OFF. And you also have to select VIDEO

Drive or DC Drive lens by the switch.

The pin assignment of the auto iris lens connector is as follows:

VIDEO Drive DC Drive

Pin 1 Power source Damp-

Pin 2 Video signal Damp+

Pin 3 Not used Driver+

Pin 4 Ground, Shield Driver-

How to Install

To easily fit into various environments, WebCam automatically detects the attached interfaces and

configures itself to the best condition. Therefore users need not care how to select the network between

Ethernet and modem, and whether the Ethernet speed is 10Mbps or 100 Mbps. The high performance

built-in CCD and lens always give users delicate image quality.

WebCam supports Ethernet and modem interfaces according to the user's existing network. Ethernet can

provide higher bandwidth to achieve the best performance while dial-up network with modem is more

common in current Internet applications. Refer to the related installation section for your network

environment. If both interfaces are available, Ethernet is recommended and will be chosen as the first

priority if Ethernet cable and modem are concurrently attached. Managing to install in the other interface

will automatically clear the previous network settings to start new installation.

In the following content, "user" refers to those who can access WebCam and "administrator" means the

supervisor who has the root password to configure WebCam in addition to general access. Administrators

should carefully read this manual, especially during installation.

Ethernet Environment

Hardware installation

Before installing multiple WebCams at the well-chosen locations, the administrator should memorize the

serial numbers on the packages respectively for future use.

Cable connection

Shut down all the peripheral devices prior to connection. Connect the supplied cables from WebCam to

related devices according to the following steps. Note that the power adaptor must be kept unplugged

until other cables are firmly connected.

Power on

Make sure all cables are correctly and firmly connected before turning on WebCam. Turn on cameras,

sensors, alarm devices, and then attach the power adaptor of WebCam to the electric power socket*. After

the POST (power-on self test) is complete and the result is successful, WebCam is ready for software

configuration as described in this manual. At this stage, network speed and video modulation type are

automatically detected. If the detection of video modulation fails, administrators may change the setting

on the configuration page. Refer to the configuration section for further information.

Connect the power jack of the power adapter to WebCam prior to plugging the utility end into the

utility power socket. It will reduce accidental electric surge shock.

Software configuration

Easy way with installer program

In order to configure WebCams remotely, administrators should keep the serial numbers of the new

WebCams for identification and initial passwords. After successfully mounting WebCams in the proper

position, run the Installer program on the appropriate PC to locate the newly installed WebCams.

WebCams also support manual setup procedures to non-Windows based environments. The manual

procedure is described next.

After the POST is done, WebCam will try to configure itself by detecting the network environment. If

there is DHCP service over the network, the Installer program will catch the given information and

display the serial number and given IP address for each WebCam as following figure. If no DHCP service

is available, a previous IP address will be displayed instead. In that case, it may be 0.0.0.0 for a brand new

unit. When multiple units are mounted, there may be several entries shown in the window. Administrators

may click on each entry with "Assigned" field labeled "No" to install sequentially.

The IP address shown in "Current IP Address" field is for the administrator's reference. If the

administrator wants to use another IP address, modify the IP text field below the list window.

If the administrator wants to fix the IP address of the unit, check the option "Use this IP whenever system

boots" to skip future installation procedures. Otherwise the unit will need installation whenever it is

restarted.

When IP and options are O.K., click on . A message window will pop open to inform if the

IP address is valid.

If the IP is not taken by another network device in the network, the Installer program will continue with

the setup. Otherwise another message window will warn that the assigned IP conflicts. In this case,

administrators should ask the network supervisor for a vacant IP address.

After successful notification, administrators may keep the address information for user’s request.

After clicking on

, the "Assigned" field will be labeled "Yes". Administrators may click directly

to access the newly installed server in the default browser.

While checking “Use this IP whenever system boots”, a dialog window may pop out to ask for “Server

FTP Port” and “Root Password” because they are already changed to other than default settings. If the

settings are lost, restore default settings and use installer to install again.

Once installation is complete, administrators should follow the actions in the "First access to WebCam"

section for necessary checks and configurations. Experienced administrators may use the customized

config.ini script file to perform a quick setup via FTP. Detailed procedure can be found on the section

“One-shot fast configuration via FTP”.

To allow users to connect to WebCam through an easily memorized name, the administrators must first

configure the name server in his network. Here is an example: When the administrator wants to set up

WebCam with a fixed IP address and let users connect to WebCam by typing a name instead of IP address,

the administrator may reserve the IP from DHCP service and assign it with name in the domain name

service. During WebCam installation, assign the ready IP address. After successful installation, users may

access the WebCam by the given name.

Manual way with existing programs

For those environments such as MAC, Linux, Unix or other operating systems, whose installer is not yet

available, some common network tools including ARP and PING can be used to install WebCam. Make

sure ARP and PING programs exist in your operating system.

First, type arp –s “assigned IP address” “Ethernet address”

to add an entity in the system’s name table.

The Ethernet address is identical to the serial number of WebCam and should be typed in the appropriate

format like “uu-vv-ww-xx-yy-zz” or “uu:vv:ww:xx:yy:zz”, which depends on the operating system.

Once a name entity is added, type ping "assigned IP address”

to invite the new WebCam. If it replies, that

means WebCam has accepted the assigned IP address and is ready for access. The first several ping

requests may fail during the self-configuration period of WebCam. Since the accurate grammar of ARP

and PING depends on the operating system, refer to its related help manual.

First access to WebCam

When connecting to WebCam for the first time, administrators should check security and network settings

on the configuration page. For complete protection from illegal usage, WebCam provides two privileges

and always needs user name and password before access. The standard level is the USER mode that

consists of twenty user profiles. Each user is able to access WebCam except for system configuration. The

twenty user profiles are also maintained by the administrator. The highest level is ROOT mode that only

opens to administrators for initial setup, system configuration, user administration and software upgrade.

The user name of the administrator is internally assigned to “root”.

When connecting to WebCam, users will be requested for user name and password by an authentication

message window. A root password, identical to the WebCam's serial number, is needed for the initial

access to a newly installed WebCam. The administrator must change the root password immediately after

the initial installation to ensure security. The new root password should be well memorized since there is

no way to retrieve or recover it. After changing the password, the browser will display an authentication

window again to ask for the new password.

The other important part is network settings. The software configuration above makes WebCam easily

accessed through local networks. However administrators should review the network settings on the

configuration page according to the existing service. The safe and easy way is to compare the network

settings with another PC or workstation in the same network.

The software installation in the previous section only set the host IP address and default subnet mask as

255.255.255.0. Administrators should change the subnet mask if it differs from the one provided by server.

Administrators should also fill in the default gateway, primary and secondary domain name servers if

necessary.

By default WebCam will need administrator's installation every time it reboots. If the network settings are

sure to work all the time, disable the install option if this IP address is already reserved for this WebCam.

Clearing this option will skip the installation procedure during the next power-up and use the previous

settings. If the install option stays checked, WebCam will perform the installation procedure every time

the system boots up.

Details about configurations are described in the "How to Use" section. Related figures are attached for

easy reference.

Modem Environment

Hardware installation

Before installing WebCam, the administrator should memorize the serial numbers on the packages

respectively for the initial passwords.

To use a dial-up network, the Ethernet socket should be left disconnected since Ethernet is the first

priority among available interfaces. After powering up, WebCam will detect if any external modem is

connected to the modem port. Once a modem is detected, the heartbeat LED will flash periodically. If no

modem responds, WebCam will assume the included null modem cable is connected to perform system

configuration. Then both lower LEDs will turn on until null modem connection is established.

If users have setup a remote dialup server or subscribed to an ISP service, WebCam can be configured to

dial to the server upon special events. Otherwise it will wait permanently for the user’s call to establish a

network connection to provide services.

In the following content, dial-in connection denotes a passive WebCam waiting for a phone call to

establish a point-to-point connection. Dial-out connection denotes an active WebCam to dial out to the

other end of a dial-up server or any Internet service provider, abbreviated as ISP, to request a

point-to-point connection.

Cable connection

Shut down the peripheral devices prior to connection. Connect the supplied cables from WebCam to the

related devices according to following steps. Note that power adaptor must be kept unplugged until other

cables are firmly connected. For the first access to WebCam without Ethernet, administrators may use the

included null modem cable to connect to COM for direct connection. It is also convenient for

administrators to access WebCam through the null modem cable directly without modem or Ethernet card.

After necessary information is entered, a modem can be used to dial into the Internet.

Power on

Make sure all cables are correctly and firmly connected. Turn on cameras, sensors, alarm devices, and

then finally attach power adaptor of WebCam to the electric power outlet*. Since most automatic

detections of hardware perform when the system starts, WebCam should be turned on after all peripherals

are turned on and ready.

Connect the power jack of the power adapter to WebCam prior to plugging the utility end into a

utility power outlet. It will reduce accidental electric surge shock.

Software configuration

For the first time, users should connect the included null modem cable between the COM port of

WebCam and any COM port of the PC for initial setup.

Install a new modem

Open the control panel and double click the modems icon.

Check "Don't detect my modem......" item and click on to install a new modem.

From (Standard Modem Type) choose the Standard 33600 bps Modem and click on

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