Grundig GCI-H0503B, GCI-H0602B, GCI-K0503B Owner's Manual

GCI-H0503B.11.1.15.09.2011

Owner´s Manual

IP Cameras & Domes

GCI-H0503B 720P HD IP Col/B&W Camera WDR Low Light GCI-H0602B 720P HD IP Colour Camera GCI-K0503B 1080P Full HD IP Col/B&W Camera

Content:

1. Introduction

2. Important Safety Instructions

3. Package Contents

4. Inst

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1. Camera Overview 3

2. System Requirements 4

3. Lens Mounting

4. Power Connection

5. Ethernet Cable Connection

6. Alarm Application

5. Deleting the Existing GRUNDIG Viewer

6. Accessing the Camera

7. Browser-based Viewer Introduction

8. Home Page

9. System Related Settings

1. Host Name & System Time Setting

2. Security

3. Network

4. DDNS

5. Mail

6. FTP

7. HTTP

8. Application (Alarm Settings)

9. Motion Detection

10. Tampering

11. Storage Management

12. Recording

13. File Location

14. Iris Adjustment

15. View Log File

16. View User Information

17. View Parameters

18. Factory Default

19. Software Version

20. Software Upgrade

21. Maintenance

10. Streaming Settings

1. Video Format

2. Video Compression

3. Video OCX Protocol

4. Video Frame Rate

5. Video Mask

6. Audio

11. Camera Settings

1. Exposure Setting

2. White Balance Setting

3. Backlight Setting

4. Brightness Setting

5. Sharpness Setting

6. Contrast Setting

7. Saturation Setting

8. Hue Setting

9. Digital Zoom Setting

10. IR Function 74

11. WDR Function 74

12. 3DNR Function

13. TV System Setup

12. Pan/Tilt

1. Preset

2. Sequence 77

3. Pan/Tilt Control

13. Logout

14. CMS Software Introduction

15. Internet Security Settings

16. GRUNDIG Viewer Download Procedure

17. Install UPnP Components

18. Back Focus Adjustment

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1. Introduction

Following the high standards of GRUNDIG IP Cameras, this IP Camera is capable of serving real-time streaming and makes the images run smoothly. It offers a very economical solution to serve a 2 Megapixel resolution.

In addition to MJPEG real time streaming, this IP Camera develops a superior H.264 main profile codec to smoothly transfer High Definition surveillance data through the Internet without distortion. Attributing to the IP Camera’s flexible platform, the camera can be applied in various installation locations including shops, stores, banks, parking lots, factories and building surveillance.

The built-in Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) function of the model GCI-H0503B allows getting crystal clear images even in extreme conditions. This IP Camera is highly sensitive and has a good low-light performance.

These instructions apply to the following products. For the different properties of the products please refer to the table. Please note that not all chapters and screenshots in this manual refer to every camera of this series.

2. Important Safety Instructions

Be sure to use only the standard adapter that is specified in the specification sheet. Using any other adapter could cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the product. Incorrectly connecting the power supply or replacing battery may cause explosion, fire, electric shock, or damage to the product. Do not connect multiple products to one single adapter. Exceeding the capacity may cause abnormal heat generation or fire.

Do not place conductive objects (e.g. screwdrivers, coins or any metal items) or containers filled with water on top of the product. Doing so may cause personal injury due to fire, electric shock, or falling objects.

If any unusual smells or smoke come from the unit, stop using the product. In such case, immediately disconnect the power source and contact the service center. Continued use in such a condition may cause fire or electric shock.

If this product fails to operate normally, contact the nearest service center. Never disassemble or modify this product in any way. (GRUNDIG is not liable for problems caused by unauthorised modifications or attempted repair.)

To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the inside of this device to rain or moisture.

3. Package Contents

These parts are included:

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4. Installation

Do not install the product in a location subject to high temperature (over 50°C), low temperature (below -10°C), or high humidity. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock. Keep out of direct sunlight and heat radiation sources. It may cause fire. Avoid aiming the camera directly towards extremely bright objects such as the sun, as this may damage the image sensor.

Do not install the unit in humid, dusty or sooty locations. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock. Install it in a place with good ventilation.

When installing the unit, fasten it securely and firmly. A falling unit may cause personal injury.

If you want to relocate the already installed product, be sure to turn off the power and then move or reinstall it.

4.1. Camera Overview

1. LINE OUT & LINE IN / MIC IN: Two-way audio transmission

2. Power LED: Green light indicates good power connection.

3. Reset Button: Press and hold the button for 5 seconds, and then the camera will reset to factory default. After approx. 30 seconds, reconnect the camera by entering its default IP address in the URL bar: 192.168.1.1.

4. AUTO IRIS Connector: Auto iris lens connector

5. NETWORK Connector (with PoE): RJ45 connector for LAN connection

6. Network LEDs: Green Link Light indicates good network connection. Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication.

7. I/O Terminal Connector: For alarm connection (Please refer to sections 4.6. Alarm Application and 12. Pan/Tilt)

8. VIDEO (BNC Connector): For video output

9. Micro SD Card Slot: For video and snapshots storage

10. For GCI-H0602B: 12V Connector / For GCI-K0503B and GCI-H0503B: AC 24V/DC 12V Connector (Please refer to the table on the next page for wiring the AC 24V/DC 12V cameras with the supplied power cable).

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4.2. System Requirements

To perform the IP Camera via web browser, please ensure your PC is in good network connection, and meets the system requirements as described below.

Personal Computer :

1.) Intel Pentium M, 2.16 GHz or Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.0 GHz

2.) 2 GB RAM or more

Operating System : Windows XP / Windows VISTA / Windows 7

Web Browser : Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later Firefox Chrome Safari

Network Card : 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) operation

Viewer : ActiveX control plug-in for Microsoft IE

4.3. Lens Mounting

Lens Mounting: C/CS Mount Lens Model:

It is possible to attach all CS-Mount lenses with manual or DC controlled iris on the camera. Please remove the camera’s plastic covering first and then attach the CS-Mount lens onto the camera. If you would like to use a CMount lens, you need a 5 mm C/CS Mount Adapter between the camera and the C-Mount lens, as shown in the illustration below.

4.4. Power Connection

Power connection for GCI-H0602B:

To power up the IP Camera, please plug the camera’s DC 12V cable into the power outlet. Alternatively, connect the Ethernet cable to the camera’s PoE port and plug the other end of the cable into a PoE switch. If you use PoE, make sure the Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) is in use in the network.

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Power Connection for GCI-K0503B and GCI-H0503B:

Please refer to section 4.1. Camera Overview for power wiring. Additionally, if using PoE, make sure Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) is in use in the network.

4.5. Ethernet Cable Connection

Use of Category 5 Ethernet cable is recommended for network connection; to have best transmission quality, cable length shall not exceed 100 meters. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 connector of the IP Camera, and the other end of the cable to the network switch or PC.

NOTE: In some cases, you may need to use an Ethernet crossover cable when connecting the IP Camera directly to the PC.

Check the status of the link indicator and the activity indicator LEDs; if the LEDs are unlit, please check the LAN connection.

Green Link Light indicates good network connection. Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication.

4.6. Alarm Application

The camera is equipped with one alarm input and one relay output for alarm application. Please refer to the alarm pin definition below for the connection of alarm devices to the IP Camera if needed.

PIN 1: Output+ PIN 2: OutputPIN 3: Input+ PIN 4: Input-

Additional for GCI-H0503B with RS-485 Interface: PIN 5: GND PIN 6: DPIN 7: D+

NOTE: The RS-485 Interface in the model GCI-H0503B is an interface for connecting the camera with a pan & tilt positioning system (please refer to chapter 12. Pan/Tilt for more information).

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5. Deleting the Existing GRUNDIG Viewer

Users who have installed the GRUNDIG Viewer for 1.3 Megapixel Series IP Cameras on the PC need to delete the existing GRUNDIG Viewer first from the PC before accessing this IP Camera.

Deleting the GRUNDIG Viewer : Click on “Control Panel”, and then click on “Add or Remove Programs”. In the “Currently installed programs” list, select “GRUNDIG Viewer” and click the button “Remove” to uninstall the existing GRUNDIG Viewer as shown in the figure below.

Deleting Temporary Internet Files : To improve the browser performance, it is suggested to clean up all the files in the Temporary Internet Files. The procedure is as follows (for other web browsers please read the corresponding manuals):

STEP 1: Click on the “Tools” tab and select the option “Internet Options”.

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STEP 2: Click on “Delete” in the first pop-up window. Then tap “Delete Files” in the “Temporary Internet files” section in the next pop-up window.

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6. Accessing the Camera

For initial access to the IP Camera, users can search the camera through the installer program: GRUNDIG Finder.exe, which can be found on the supplied CD.

GRUNDIG Finder Software Setup :

Step 1: Double-click on the program GRUNDIG Finder.exe (see the desktop icon below); its window will appear as shown below. Then click on the “Find Device” button.

Step 2: The security alert window will pop up. Click “Unblock” to continue.

Device Search :

Step 3: Click “Find Device” again, afterwards all IP devices found will be listed on the page, as shown in the picture below. The IP Camera’s default IP address is: 192.168.1.1.

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Step 4: Double-click or right-click and select “Browse” to access the camera directly via the web browser.

Step 5: Then the dialogue box for entering the default user name and password (as shown below) will appear for login to the IP Dome Camera.

The default login ID and password for the Administrator are:

NOTE: ID and password are case sensitive. It is strongly advised to alter the administrator’s password due to security concerns. Please refer to section 9.2. Security for further details.

Additionally, users can change the IP Camera’s network property, either to DHCP or Static IP, directly in the device finding list. Please refer to the following section for changing the IP Camera’s network property.

Example of changing the network property of the IP Camera : Users can directly change an IP Camera’s network property, e.g. from static IP to DHCP, in the finding device list. The procedure to change the IP Camera’s network property is explained below:

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Step 1: In the ﬁnding device list, click on the IP Camera of which you would like to change the network property. Right-click on the selected item, and select “Network Setup”. Meanwhile, record the IP Camera’s MAC address for future identification.

Step 2: The “Network Setup” page will come out. Select “DHCP,” and click on the “Apply” button at the bottom of the page.

Step 3: Click on “OK” in the Note of setting the change. Wait for one minute to search again for the IP Camera.

Step 4: Click on the “Find Device” button to search all the devices. Then select the IP Camera with the correct MAC address. After double-clicking on the IP Camera, the login window will appear.

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Step 5: Enter User name and Password to access the IP Camera.

Installing the GRUNDIG Viewer Software Online :

For initial access to the IP Camera, a client program, GRUNDIG Viewer, will be automatically installed to your PC when connecting to the IP Camera.

If the Web browser does not allow the GRUNDIG Viewer installation, please check the Internet security settings or ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings (see 15. Internet Security Settings) to continue the process.

The Information Bar (just below the URL bar) may come out and ask for permission to install the ActiveX Control for displaying video in browser (see the picture below). Right-click on the Information Bar and select “Install ActiveX Control…” to allow the installation.

Then the security warning window will pop up. Click “Install” to carry on with the software installation.

Click “Finish” to close the GRUNDIG Viewer window when download is finished. For the detailed software download procedure, please refer to chapter 16. GRUNDIG Viewer Download Procedure.

Once logged in to the IP Camera, users will see the Home page as shown below:

Administrator/User Privileges : “Administrator” represents the person who can configure the IP Camera and who authorises users to have access to the camera; “User” refers to someone who has access to the camera with limited authority, i.e. to enter the Home and Camera setting pages.

Image and Focus Adjustment : Adjust zoom and focus of the lens as necessary to produce a clear image.

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7. Browser-based Viewer Introduction

The picture below shows the Home page of the IP Camera’s viewer window.

There are four or five tabs on the left (System, Streaming, Camera, PTZ in the model GCI-H0503B with RS-485 Interface, and Logout) and one tab on the right (Languages).

System setting : The administrator can set host name, system time, admin password, network related settings, etc. Further details will be interpreted in chapter 9. System Related Settings.

Streaming setting : The Administrator can configure a specific video resolution, video compression mode, video protocol, audio transmission mode, etc. in this page.

Camera setting : Users can adjust various camera parameters.

Pan/Tilt : This menu is only available in the model GCI-H0503B with RS-485 Interface (see the picture below). Users can adjust here various PTZ parameters.

Logout : Click on this tab to re-login to the IP Camera with another user name and password.

Languages : Please choose one of the supported languages (German, English or French).

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8. Home Page

In the Home page, there are several function buttons that are specified below.

Display Mode (Screen Size Adjustment) : The display size of the image can be adjusted to x1/2 and full screen.

Digital Zoom Control : In full screen mode, users can implement digital PTZ by rotating the mouse wheel (for zoom in/out).

Talk button (on/off) : Talk function allows the local site to talk to the remote site. Click on this button to switch it on/off. Please refer to section 9.2. Security: User >> Add user >> Talk/Listen for further details. This function is only open to the “User” who has been granted this privilege by the Administrator. Please note that additional equipment will be necessary.

Speaker button (on/off) : Click on the Speaker button to mute/activate the audio.

Snapshot button : After clicking this button, the JPEG snapshots will be automatically saved in the appointed place. The default place of saving snapshots is: C:\. For changing the storage location, please refer to section 9.13. File Location for further details.

NOTE: Users with the Windows 7 operating system on their PC need to follow the following procedure to be able to use the Snapshot function. First you need to log on to your computer as an Administrator. Then please go to Windows Start menu, click with the right mouse button on your Internet Browser and select in the appearing popup window “Run as Administrator”. Afterwards you can log in to your camera as usual (as an administrator or user).

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Video Streaming Pause/Restart button (pause/restart) : If you click on the stop button to disable video streaming, the live video will be displayed as black. click on the restart button to show the live video again.

Recording button (on/off) : When you click on this button, the recordings from the Live View will be saved to the location specified in the “File Location” (snapshot) page. The default storage location for the recordings is: C:/. See section 9.13. File Location for further details.

NOTE: Users with the Windows 7 operating system on their PC who want to use the Recording function, need to follow the procedure in the NOTE below the “Snapshot button” section in this chapter.

Multiple Languages Support : Multiple languages are supported for the viewer window interface.

The following functions are additional in the camera model GCI-H0503B with RS-485 Interface:

Pan/Tilt : Here you find the settings for the Pan/Tilt function.

Pan/Tilt Control : Users can implement pan/tilt control by first moving the cursor to the live video pane; then left-click, hold the click and drag the pointer in any direction.

NOTE: You can access the Pan/Tilt Control only after you selected "On" under Pan/Tilt > Pan/Tilt control.

Optical/Digital Zoom Control : In Normal View display mode, users can implement zoom in/out by clicking in the zoom setting bar and adjusting the zoom manually or by clicking on the "Wide" / "Tele" buttons. In Full Screen mode, users can rotate the mouse wheel to zoom in/out on the image. When the camera reaches the limit of its optical range, it will automatically switch to digital zoom.

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Zoom Adjustment : Click on the buttons wide/ tele to control zoom in/out.

Focus Adjustment : Users can adjust the focus manually via the "near" and "far" buttons.

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9. System Related Settings

The picture below shows all categories under the “System” tab. Each category in the left column will be explained in the following sections.

NOTE: The “System” configuration page is only accessible by the Administrator.

9.1. Host Name & System Time Setting

Click on the first category <System> in the left column; the page is shown below.

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Host Name : The name is for camera identification (max. 30 characters). If the alarm function (see section 9.8. Application) is enabled and is set to send an alarm message by Mail/FTP, the host name entered here will be displayed in the alarm message.

Time Zone : Select the time zone you are in from the drop-down menu.

Enable Daylight Saving Time : To enable DST, please check the item and then specify the time offset and DST duration. The format for time offset is [hh:mm:ss]; for instance, if the amount of time offset is one hour, please enter “01:00:00” into the field.

Sync with Computer Time : After selecting this item, the video date and time display will be synchronised with the PC.

Manual : The Administrator can set the date, time and day manually. Entry format should be identical with the format shown next to the enter fields.

Sync with NTP server : Network Time Protocol (NTP) is an alternative way to synchronise your camera’s clock with a NTP server. Please specify the server you wish to synchronise the camera with in the enter field. Then select an update interval from the drop-down menu. For further information about NTP, please see the web site: www.ntp.org.

NOTE: Click on < Save > to confirm the new setting.

9.2. Security

When you click on the category <Security>, there will be a drop-down menu with several tabs including <User>, <HTTPS>, <IP Filter>, and <IEEE 802.1X>.

NOTE: In the camera model GCI-H0503B, there are no sub-menu tabs under the menu "Security" but only the password settings.

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<User> :

When you click on the <User> tab under the category <Security>, the <User> page will be shown as in the picture below.

Admin Password : Change the administrator’s password by putting in the new password in both text boxes. The input characters/numbers will be displayed as dots for security purposes. After clicking <Save>, the web browser will ask the Administrator for the new password for access. The maximum length of the password is 14 digits.

NOTE: The following characters are valid: A-Z, a-z, 0-9, !#$%&’-.@^_~.

Add User : Type in the new user name and password and click <Add> to add the new user. The user name can have up to 16 characters, the password up to 14 characters. The new user will be displayed in the user name list. A maximum of 20 user accounts can be set. To each user the privileges “Camera control”, “Talk” and “Listen” can be assigned

- I/O access: This item supports fundamental functions that enable users to view the video when accessing the camera.

- Camera control: This item allows the specified User to change the camera's parameters on the Camera Setting page.

- Talk/Listen: Talk and Listen functions allow the appointed user on the local site (PC site) to communicate, for instance, with the administrator on the remote site.

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Manage User : To delete a user, pull down the user list, and select the user name you wish to delete. Then click <Delete> to remove it. To edit a user, pull down the user list and select a user name. Click <Edit> to edit the user’s password and privileges.

NOTE: It is required to enter the User password and to select the functions that will be open to the user. When finished, click <Save> to modify the account authority.

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<HTTPS> :

<HTTPS> allows secure connections between the IP Camera and the web browser using the <Secure Socket Layer (SSL)> or the <Transport Layer Security (TLS)>, which prevent others from snooping on your camera settings or Username/Password. It is required to install a self-signed certificate or a CA-signed certificate for implemention of <HTTPS>.

After clicking on the <HTTPS> tab, the HTTPS setting page will be shown as in the figure below.

NOTE: The <HTTPS> function is not available for GCI-H0503B.

To use HTTPS on the IP Camera, a HTTPS certificate must be installed. The HTTPS certificate can be obtained by either creating and sending a certificate request to a Certificate Authority (CA) or creating a self-signed HTTPS certificate, as described below.

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Create self-signed certificate : Before a CA-issued certificate is obtained, users can create and install a self-signed certificate first.

Click on the <Create> button under “Create self-signed certificate” and provide the requested information to install a self-signed certificate for the IP Camera. Please refer to the last part of this section: "Provide the Certificate Information" for more details.

NOTE: The self-signed certificate does not provide the same high level of security as when using a CA-issued certificate.

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Install signed certificate : Click on the “Create Certificate Request” button to create and submit a certificate request in order to obtain a signed certificate from the CA (Certificate Authority).

Provide the requested information in the Create Dialog. Please refer to the section "Provide the Certificate Information" for more details.

When the request is complete, the subject of the Created Request will be shown in the field. Click “Properties” below the Subject field, copy the PEM-formatted request and send it to your selected CA.

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When the signed certificate is returned, install it by uploading the signed certificate.

Provide the Certificate Information : To create a Self-signed HTTPS Certificate or a Certificate Request to CA, please enter the information as requested:

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- Country: Enter a 2-letter combination code to indicate the country the certificate will be used in. For instance, type in “GB” to indicate Great Britain.

- State or province: Enter the local administrative region.

- Locality: Enter other geographical information.

- Organisation: Enter the name of the organisation to which the entity identified in “Common Name” belongs.

- Organisation Unit: Enter the name of the organisational unit to which the entity identified in “Common Name” belongs.

- Common Name: Indicate the name of the person or other entity that the certificate identifies (often used to identify the website).

- Valid days (Self-signed Certificate Only): Enter the period in days (1~9999) to indicate the valid period of the certificate.

Click “OK” to save the Certificate Information after completing.

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<IP Filter> :

When using the IP filter, access to the IP Camera can be restricted by denying/allowing specific IP addresses.

NOTE: The <IP filter> function is not available for GCI-H0503B.

General :

- Enable IP Filter: Check the box to enable the IP Filter function. Once enabled, access to the IP Camera will be allowed/denied for the listed IP addresses (IPv4).

Select “Allow” or “Deny” from the drop-down list and click the <Apply> button to determine the IP Filter behaviour.

- Add/Delete IP Address: Input the IP address and click the <Add> button to add a new filtered address.

The Filtered IP Addresses list box shows the currently configured IP addresses. Up to 256 IP address entries may be specified.

To remove an IP address from the list, please select the IP and then click the <Delete> button.

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<IEEE 802.1X> :

The IP Camera can access a network protected by 802.1X/EAPOL (Extensible Authentication Protocol over LAN). To do this, users need to contact the network administrator to receive certificates, user IDs and passwords.

NOTE: The <IEEE 802.1X> function is not available for GCI-H0503B.

CA Certificate : The CA certificate is created by the Certification Authority for the purpose of validating itself. Upload the certificate for checking the server’s identity.

Client Certificate/Private Key : Upload the Client Certificate and Private Key for authenticating the IP Camera itself.

Settings :

- Identity: Enter the user identity associated with the certificate. Up to 16 characters can be used.

- Private Key Password: Enter the password (maximum 16 characters) for your user identification.

Enable IEEE 802.1X : Check the box to enable IEEE 802.1X.

Click “Save” to save the IEEE 802.1X/ EAP—TLS setting.

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