Encore SOHO WIRELESS INTERNET CAMERA User Manual
SOHO Wireless
Internet Camera
User’s Guide
Version 2.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A B O U T T HI S GU ID E ...........................................................5
1 . I N T R O D U C T I O N..............................................................6
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EATURES AND BENEFITS .........................................................7
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NPACKING THE PACKAGE .......................................................9
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YSTEM REQUIREMENT...........................................................10
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HYSICAL DESCRIPTION..........................................................11
2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION.................................16
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TTACHING THE CAMERA TO THE STAND
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ONNECTING THE ETHERNET CABLE ......................................17
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TTACHING THE POWER SUPPLY............................................17
3 . S E C U R I T Y .........................................................................18
4. APPLICATION OF THE CAMERA.......................19
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PPLICATIONS.........................................................................20
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PPLICATION DIAGRAMS OF THE CAMERA.............................21
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5 . U S I N G T H E C A M E R A .................................................23
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EB CONFIGURATION UTILITY...............................................23
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YSTEM ADMINISTRATION......................................................25
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IEW VIDEO – ACTIVEX MODE ..............................................50
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IEW IMAGE – JAVA MODE.....................................................51
6 . I P V I E W S E........................................................................53
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NSTALLATION.........................................................................53
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ETTING STARTED..................................................................59
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OW TO ADD A CAMERA ........................................................61
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OW TO CHANGE CAMERA.....................................................66
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ONNECT/DISCONNECT THE IMAGE........................................67
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OW TO DELETE A CAMERA ...................................................70
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XTRA INFORMATION..............................................................71
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OW TO ADJUST THE PROPERTY SETTING..............................72
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DJUST THE RECORDING SETTING..........................................78
7 . A P P E N D I X .........................................................................79
A FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS........................................79
B PING YOUR IP ADDRESS.....................................................82
C TROUBLE SHOOTING............................................................83
D TIME ZONE TABLE...............................................................87
E XPLUG CONTROL INSTALLATION.........................................89
F ADJUST INTERNET CAMERA FOCUS.....................................93
G SPECIFICATION.....................................................................94
H GLOSSARY OF TERMS ..........................................................96
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This manual provides instructions and illustrations on how to use
your SOHO Internet Camera, includes:
z Chapter 1, Introduction, provides the general information
on the camera.
z Chapter 2, Hardware Installation, describes the hardware
installation procedure for the camera.
z Chapter 3, Security, explains the security feature of the
camera.
z Chapter 4, Application of the Camera, provides the
illustrations of the camera’s applications.
z Chapter 5, Using the Camera, guides you through the
configuration using the web browser.
z Chapter 6, IPView SE, helps you to install and use the
software.
z Chapter 7, Appendix.
Please note that the illustrations or setting values in this manual
are FOR YOUR REFER ENCE ONLY. The actual settings and
values depend on your system and network. If you are not sure
about the respective information, please ask your network
administrator or MIS staff for help.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Wireless Internet Camera, a camera
device that can be connected directly to an Ethernet or Fast
Ethernet network and also supported by the wireless transmission
based on the IEEE 802.11g standard. Compared to the
conventional PC Camera, the Wireless Internet Camera features a
built-in CPU and web-based solutions that can provide a costeffective solution to transmit real-time high-quality video images
and sounds for monitoring. The Wireless Internet Camera can be
managed remotely, accessed and controlled from any
PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser.
The simple installation procedures and web-based interface allow
you to integrate it into your network easily. With comprehensive
applications supported, the Wireless Internet Camera is your best
solution for remote monitor, high quality, and high performance
video images.
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Features and Benefits
Simple To Use
The Wireless Internet Camera is a standalone system with built-in
CPU requiring no special hardware or software such as PC frame
grabber cards. The Wireless Internet Camera supports both
ActiveX mode (for Internet Explorer users) and Java mode (for
Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator users). Therefore, all
that is required is a web browser software such as Internet
Explorer 5.0 or above or Netscape 6.0 or above. Just plug and
view the picture from your Wireless Internet Camera with a valid
IP Address.
Support Variety of Platforms
The Wireless Internet Camera supports TCP/IP networking,
SMTP e-mail, HTTP and other Internet related protocols, and can
be utilized in a mixed operating system environment such as
Windows, Unix, and Mac. It can be integrated easily into other
www/Intranet applications.
Web Configuration
Applying a standard web browser, the administrator can configure
and manage the Wireless Internet Camera directly from its own
web page via the Intranet or Internet. Up to 64 users name and
password are permitted with privilege setting controlled by the
administrator.
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Remote Utility
The powerful IPView SE application assigns the administrator
with a pre-defined user ID and password, allowing the
administrator to modify the Wireless Internet Camera settings
from the remote site via Intranet or Internet. When new firmware
is available, you can also upgrade remotely over the network for
added convenience. Users are also allowed to monitor the image,
and take snapshots.
Broad Range of Applications
With today’s high-speed Internet services, the Wireless Internet
Camera can provide the ideal solution for live video images over
the Intranet and Internet for remote monitoring. The Wireless
Internet Camera allows remote access from a web browser for
live image viewing and allows administrator to manage and
control the Wireless Internet Camera anywhere and any time in
the world. Apply the Wireless Internet Camera to monitor
various objects and places such as homes, offices, banks,
hospitals, child-care centers, amusement parks and other varieties
of industrial and public monitoring. The Wireless Internet
Camera can also be used for intruder detection; in addition, it can
capture still images for archiving and many more applications.
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Unpacking the Package
Unpack the package and check all the items carefully. In addition
to this User’s Guide, be certain that you have:
One SOHO Wireless Internet Camera (with external antenna)
One Installation CD-ROM
One Quick Installation Guide
One AC power adapter suitable for your country’s electric
power
One Camera Stand
One RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your
local dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing
materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future.
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System Requirement
Networking
Local Area Network:
10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet.
Wireless Local Area Network:
IEEE 802.11g Wireless LAN.
Accessing the Camera
For Web Browser Users
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 98SE/ME/
2000/XP
CPU: Intel Pentium II, 266 MHz or above
Memory Size: 32MB (64MB recommended)
Resolution: 800x600 or above
Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.0 or above (ActiveX &
JAVA Mode – Image View for Windows OS and JAVA
Mode – Image View for other OS); Netscape 6.0 or above
(JAVA Mode – Image View)
For IPView SE Application Users
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 98SE/ME/
2000/XP.
CPU: Intel Pentium III, 450 MHz or above
Memory Size: 128 MB (256 MB recommended)
Resolution: 800x600 or above
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Physical Description
This section describes the externally visible features of the
Wireless Internet Camera.
Front Panel
1. Power LED
The Power LED is positioned on the right side of the Wireless
Internet Camera’s lens while facing the Wireless Internet Camera.
A steady BLUE light confirms that the Wireless Internet Camera
is powered on.
② Link LED
① Power LED
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2. Link LED
The Link LED is positioned on the right side of the Wireless
Internet Camera’s lens while facing the Wireless Internet Camera.
It is located right of the Power LED
A steady ORANGE light confirms that the camera has good
connection to LAN connectivity.
Dependent on the data traffic the LED will begin to flash to
indicate that the Wireless Internet Camera is receiving/sending
data from/to the network.
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Rear Panel
1. Network Cable Connector
The Wireless Internet Camera’s rear panel features an RJ-45
connector for connections to 10Base-T Ethernet cabling or
100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cabling (which should be Category 5
twisted-pair cable). The port supports the N-Way protocol and
“Auto-MDIX” function, allowing the Wireless Internet Camera to
automatically detect or negotiate the transmission speed of the
network.
2. External Antenna
The rotatable external antenna allows you to adjust its position to
obtain the maximum signal.
① Network Cable Connector
② External Antenna
④ DC Power Connector
③ Reset Button
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3. Reset Button
Reset will be initiated when the reset button is pressed once, and
Power LED begins to flash.
Factory Reset will be initiated when the reset button is pressed
continuously for three seconds or when Power LED begins to
light up. Release the reset button and the Power LED will begin
to flash, indicating the Wireless Internet Camera is changing to
factory reset. When factory reset is completed, the Wireless
Internet Camera will be set to default on channel 11 and SSID is
set as “NULL String” (This default setting will let the Wireless
Internet Camera connect to ANY access point on the
infrastructure network). The IP address will also return to the
default setting as 192.168.0.20.
4. DC Power Connector
The DC power input connector is located on the Wireless Internet
Camera’s rear panel, and is labeled DC5V with a single jack
socket to supply power to the Wireless Internet Camera. Power
will be generated when the power supply is connected to a wall
outlet.
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Top/Bottom Panel
Top Panel
Bottom Panel
Screw Hole
Located on the top/bottom panel of the camera, the screw hole is
used to connect the camera stand onto the camer a by attaching th e
screw head on the camera stand into the screw hole of the camera.
Screw Hole
Screw Hole
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HARDWARE
INSTALLATION
Attaching the Camera to the Stand
The Wireless Internet Camera
comes with a camera stand
(optional) with a swivel ball
screw head that can be attached
to the Wireless Internet
Camera's bottom screw hole.
Attach the camera stand to the
Wireless Internet Camera and
station it for your application.
There are three holes located in
the base of the camera stand
allowing the Wireless Internet
Camera to be mounted on the
ceiling or any wall securely.
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Connecting the Ethernet cable
Connect an Ethernet cable to
the network cable connector
located on the Wireless Internet
Camera’s rear panel, and then
attach it to the network.
Attaching the Power Supply
Attach the external power
supply to the DC power input
connector located on Wireless
Internet Camera’s rear panel,
and then connect it to your local
power supply.
TIP: You can confirm power source is supplied from the LED
indicators label Power on the Wireless Internet Camera is
illuminated.
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SECURITY
To ensure the highest security and prevent unauthorized usage of
the Wireless Internet Camera the Administrator has the exclusive
privilege to access the System Administration for settings and
control requirements to allow users the level of entry and
authorize the privileges for all users. The Wireless Internet
Camera supports multi-level password protection and access to
the Wireless Internet Camera is strictly restricted to defined the
user who has a “User Name” and “User Password” that is
assigned by the Administrator.
The administrator can release a public user name and password so
when remote users access the Wireless Internet Came ra they will
have the right to view the image transmitted by the Wireless
Internet Camera.
NOTE: Since the default settings are Null String, it is highly
recommended to set the "Admin ID" and "Admin Password"
when you are the first time to use the Wireless Internet
Camera. Once the ID and Password are defined, only the
administrator has the access to management the Wireless
Internet Camera. This procedure should be done as soon as
possible since the security features with the Wireless Internet
Camera will not be enabled until the "Admin ID" and "Admin
Password" is defined.
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APPLICATION OF
THE CAMERA
The Wireless Internet Camera can be applied in wide variety of
applications. With the built-in CPU, it can work as a standalone
system that provides a web-based solution transmitting high
quality video images and sounds for monitoring purposes. It can
be managed remotely, accessed and controlled from any PC
desktop over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser. With the
easy installation procedure, real-time live images will be available.
In addition, once the Wireless Internet Camera is installed
coupled with the IPView SE application, you can further expand
the scope of the Wireless Internet Camera.
The following section will provide the typical applications for the
Wireless Internet Camera along with the IPView SE application,
and also includes some basic knowledge to assist in the
installation and configuration of the Wireless Internet Camera.
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Applications
z Monitoring of local and remote places and objects such as
construction sites, hospitals, amusement parks, schools and
day-care centers through the use of a web browser.
z Capture single frame images from the IPView SE
application.
z Configure the camera to upload image or send-mail
messages with a single frame image.
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Application Diagrams of the Camera
Home Applications
SOHO
Internet Camera
SOHO Wireless
Internet Camera
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SOHO Applications
SOHO
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USING THE CAMERA
You can access and manage the Wireless Internet Camera through:
1) a web browser, and 2) the enclosed software IPView SE. This
chapter describes the Web Configuration Utility, and provides the
instructions on using the camera with a web browser.
Web Configuration Utility
The Wireless Internet Camera must be configured through its
built-in Web-based Configuration. (Extensive knowledge of LAN
will be helpful in setting up the Wireless Internet Camera.)
From the web browser, enter the default IP address to access the
Welcome screen of the Wireless Internet Camera. To configure
your Wireless Internet Camera, type http://192.168.0.20 in the
address box. The number is the default IP address of your
Wireless Internet Camera. Then, press [Enter].
NOTE: The computer’s IP address must correspond with the
camera’s IP address in the same segment for the two devices
to communicate.
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Welcome Screen of the Configuration Utility
After the default IP address is entered from the browser, the
Wireless Internet Camera Welcome screen will appear with a still
image. There will be three options to choose from to set-up and
view your Wireless Internet Camera, including:
z View Video – ActiveX Mode
z View Video – Java Mode
z System Administration
Pre-view area
Default IP address
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System Administration
Under the Welcome screen of the Configuration Utility, click
System Administration to enter the administration window that
contains the settings required for the camera in the top menu bar,
including Management, Configuration, Tools, Help, and Home.
TIP: Once you have changed the settings in each option, click
Save to store the settings, or Cancel to abandon, or Refresh to
reload the status. During the configuration, whenever you click
Home in the top menu bar will make you return to the Welcome
window.
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Management
The Management window contains the information of your
configuration. Click the items in the left column to view your
settings, including: System, Video, Wireless, Network, and User.
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System
Click the System item in the left column to display the device
status of your camera.
- Device Status: The information about the camera,
including the Camera Name, Location, Model, Firmware
Version, MAC Address and IP Address, can be found in
this field.
- Ethernet Stat us: You can monitor the networking status
in this field, including the Link (network connection),
Speed, and the Duplex mode.
Video
Click the Video item in the left column to display the video
configuration of your camera.
- Video Status: The video configuration about the camera,
including the Video Resolution, Compression Rate,
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Frame Rate, Frame Size and IP Address, can be found in
this field.
Wireless
Click the Wireless item in the left column to display the
information of the wireless LAN.
- Wireless Status: The items in this field display the
information of the wireless LAN, such as the Connect io n
Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc), Link, SSID, Channel,
Transmission Rate, and WEP Encryption.
Network
Click the Network item in the left column to display the
information of the LAN.
- Network Status: The items in this field display the
information of the LAN, such as the IP Address, Su bnet
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Mask, Default Gateway, Primary DNS Address,
Secondary DNS Address, Dynamic DNS, Secondary
HTTP Port, and UPnP.
User
Click the User item in the left column to display the user(s)
information.
- Active Users: The items in this field display the user(s)
information, including the user(s) IP address, Name, and
DateTime.
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Configuration
The Configuration window contains commands for settings that
are required to input key details to setup the camera for operation.
Click Configuration in the top menu bar and the Configuration
window will appear as below:
System
Click the System item in the left column to setup the basic
configuration of your camera.
- System Setting: In this field, you can configure the
basic information of your camera.
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