This document introduces the Honeywell Color Day/Night Network Camera. It covers how
to install, configure and operate the camera in a network environment. See Table 0-1 for
a list of camera models.
Table 0-1Network Camera Model Numbers
Model NumberDescription
HCD554IPTrue Day/Night Network Camera, NTSC, Analog output
HCD554IPXTrue Day/Night Network Camera, PAL, Analog output
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HCS554IPDay/Night Network Camera, NTSC, Analog output
HCS554IPXDay/Night Network Camera, PAL, Analog output
This document is intended for system installers, administrators, and operators.
Overview of Contents
This document contains the following chapters and appendixes:
•Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces the Honeywell network camera and gives a
functional overview of its components.
•Chapter 2, Installation and Setup, provides procedures for installing cameras, lens
adjustment, and setting up a network camera environment.
•Chapter 3, Configuring Network Settings, describes how to install and use the
Honeywell IP Utility application.
•Chapter 4, IP Camera Web-Client, describes how the Web-Client application is used
to view video and configure the available settings for the network camera.
•Appendix A, Troubleshooting, lists common problems encountered when setting up
the network camera.
•Appendix B, Specifications, provides specifications for the network camera.
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Cautions and Warnings
CAUTION
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ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
THE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
Installation and servicing should be performed only by qualified and experienced
technicians to conform to all local codes and to maintain your warranty.
WARNING!12 VDC/24 VAC models require the use of CSA Certified/UL
Listed Class 2 power adapters to ensure compliance with
electrical safety standards. Power over Ethernet (PoE)
should meet the IEEE 802.3 af PoE standard.
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Correct disposal of this
product (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with
separate collection systems). This product should be disposed of, at the end of
its useful life, as per applicable local laws, regulations, and procedures.
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THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
CONSTITUTING A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT
WITHIN THE UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES
THAT IMPORTANT OPERATING
AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANY
THIS UNIT.
CautionWhen powering the camera from 24 VAC, a UPS source should
be considered to ensure satisfactory performance.
FCC Compliance Statement
Information to the User: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device. Pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, these limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
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If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference. For example, try reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna,
increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver, or connecting the
equipment to an outlet on a different circuit.
CautionChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformance
North America
The equipment supplied with this guide conforms to UL 60950-1 and CSA C22.2 No.
60950-1.
Europe
The manufacturer declares that the equipment supplied with this guide is compliant with
the essential protection requirements of the EMC directive 89/336/EEC and the Low
Voltage Directive LVD 73/23 EEC, conforming to the requirements of standards EN 55022
for emissions, EN 50130-4 for immunity, and EN 60950 for Electrical Equipment safety.
Warranty and Service
Subject to the terms and conditions listed on the Product warranty, during the warranty
period Honeywell will repair or replace, at its sole option, free of charge, any defective
products returned prepaid.
In the event you have a problem with any Honeywell product, please call Customer
Service at 1.800.796.CCTV for assistance or to request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
Be sure to have the model number, serial number, and the nature of the problem available
for the technical service representative.
Prior authorization must be obtained for all returns, exchanges, or credits. Items shipped
to Honeywell without a clearly identified Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
number may be refused.
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Introduction
The Honeywell color day/night network camera provides high picture quality remote
video surveillance over a network connection. See Table 1-1 for a list of camera models.
Table 1-1Network Camera Model Numbers
Model NumberDescription
HCD554IPTrue Day/Night Network Camera, NTSC, Analog output
HCD554IPXTrue Day/Night Network Camera, PAL, Analog output
HCS554IPDay/Night Network Camera, NTSC, Analog output
HCS554IPXDay/Night Network Camera, PAL, Analog output
Figure 1-1Camera Overview
1
CS lens mount
Lens connector
for Auto Iris lens
plug
Reset button restores
factory default settings
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Features
The Honeywell network camera has the following features:
•Built-in high-resolution color video camera with 1/3” IT Super HAD CCD
•CS-mount lens
•Excellent signal-to-noise ratio of more than 50 dB
•Supports Filter moving Day/Night (HCD554IP) and Electronic Day/Night (HCS554IP)
function
•Minimum illumination of 0.7 lux color, 0.2 lux B/W (HCD554IP) or 0.5 lux B/W
(HCS554IP)
•Compatible with Manual Iris lens or DC Iris lens
•True color reproduction from various light sources
•All camera functions including ELC, ALC, AGC, BLC, Day/Night, White balance can be
controlled by remote site through Ethernet
•Real-time encoding 25/30 FPS (PAL/NTSC) in all resolutions
•Supports MPEG4 encoding
•Bi-directional audio communication
•One alarm input (NO/NC) and one alarm output (Relay)
•12 VDC, 24 VAC and PoE (IEEE 802.3 af) power supply, automatically detected by the
camera
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Installation and Setup
This chapter describes how to:
•Mount the camera(s)
•Adjust the camera(s) for the clearest image
•Set up cameras in a network system
Before you Begin
Please read this guide carefully before you install
the network camera.
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Before installing the camera, Honeywell recommends that you check
www.honeywellvideo.com/products/cameras/ to find your camera and download the
latest manuals and software updates.
Unpack Everything
Check that the items received match those listed on the order form and packing slip. The
packing box should include, in addition to this User Guide:
•One fully-assembled network camera
•3-pin terminal block for Power input
•4-pin terminal block for Alarm input/output
•One product warranty
•One CD containing the software
If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the dealer you purchased the camera from
or call Honeywell Customer Service (see Warranty and Service on page 9).
Keep this guide for future reference.
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Overview of Installation Procedure
NotePlease familiarize yourself with the installation procedure and complete each
step in the sequence given.
The initial installation of a network camera consists of the following steps:
StepSee …
1Select the lens.page 14
2Adjust the back focus.page 15
3Mount the camera.page 15
4Connect the camera.page 16
5Program the camera.page 37
Camera Components and Functions
The network camera is intended for indoor use only. If you choose to mount the camera
outdoors, you must employ a suitable weatherproof enclosure (such as Honeywell’s
HHC12 camera housing) with your network camera. See www.honeywellvideo.com for
information on Honeywell weatherproof enclosures and mounting brackets.
Installation
Selecting the Lens
The network camera supports the use of a manual iris lens or DC (Direct Drive) iris lens.
When using a DC iris lens, it should be connected to the camera through the 4-pin square
socket located at the side of the camera (see Figure 2-1).
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Adjusting the Back Focus
The back focus adjustment is accessible at the front end of the camera housing to adjust
the back focal length or picture focus.
The range of adjustment allows the CS-mount lenses to be used without the need for a
spacer ring.
Figure 2-1Back Focus Adjustment
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Lens connector
for Auto Iris lens
Focus
ring
1.Loosen the setscrews with a Phillips screwdriver.
2.Adjust the focus ring at the front end of the camera housing to focus the picture.
3.Re-tighten the setscrews.
Mounting the Camera
Mounting points are provided on the top and bottom of the camera and are used to mount
the camera on a bracket or tripod for indoor applications. They are designed to accept
standard sized mounting bolts (1/4 x 20). The mounting bracket must be capable of
supporting the weight of the camera and its lens.
CautionSome installation codes state that the mounting bracket must be
For outdoor applications, mount the camera inside a weatherproof enclosure. See
www.honeywellvideo.com for information on Honeywell weatherproof enclosures.
Reset button restores
factory default settings
capable of supporting up to four times the combined weight of the
camera and lens.
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Use standard size
mounting bolts (1/4 x 20)
to mount the camera on
a bracket or tripod.
Wiring
Figure 2-2Camera Mount
24 VAC/12 VDC
power
RJ45 Ethernet network
connection (using
10Base T or 100Base
TX cable). Also for
Power over Ethernet
(PoE 802.3 af).
CautionInstallation must be performed by a qualified service technician and
Connecting Video
Figure 2-3Camera Connections
VIDEO
OUT
AC24VDC12V
+
POW ER
GNDGND
~
~
ETHERNET
AUDIO
OUT
IN
IN
ALARM
OUTIN
must be in accordance with all national and local mechanical and
electrical codes.
Connect to
spot monitor
Alarm input (maximum rated
voltage level 24 VDC) and output.
Contacts rated 12 VDC @ 0.5 A.
Audio line level input and
output connections (600
Ohm impedance).
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Spot Monitor
The analog video connection is available as a test output and should be used during
installation to position and aim the camera as needed.
Connect the VIDEO connector on the rear of the camera to the video input connector on
your spot monitor.
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Network RJ-45 Ethernet Connection
The main video connection for your network camera will be made through your Ethernet
network connection. Connect the Ethernet connector on the rear of the camera to your
network using an Ethernet (10Base-T, 100Base-TX) cable.
Connecting Power
CautionWhen connecting a power supply, use either a 12 VDC or 24 VAC
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NoteYou can connect your camera to a network or connect it directly to a PC or
laptop using a crossover cable.
power plug or use a PoE IEEE 802.3 (Power over Ethernet)
compatible hub. To avoid damage to the camera, never connect more
than one type of power supply at the same time.
WARNING!The use of a CSA Certified/UL Listed Class 2 power supply is
required to ensure compliance with electrical safety
standards.
NoteCheck the power source from the external power supply before applying
power to the camera.
1.Connect the camera to a power supply appropriate for your installation:
•12 VDC or 24 VAC power supply (proceed to step 2)
•Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE 802.3 af) 48 VDC power supply
NoteIf you are using PoE (802.3 af), power will automatically be supplied to the
camera through the network cable.
2.Plug in the power supply. Use a screwdriver to first loosen the ~AC24V/DC12V
terminal screws on the terminal block.
The RJ-45 jack LED briefly illuminates to show that the camera is receiving power. If it
does not illuminate, check the connections and the power source.
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NoteTo ease installation, the terminal block can be removed. The power
connections of the removable terminal block are not polarity-sensitive.
Connect either power lead to either connector terminal.
3.Secure the power leads by retightening the terminal screws until snug.
4.Plug the power supply into an appropriate power source. The LED on the RJ-45 jack
illuminates to show that the camera is receiving power. If it does not illuminate, check
the removable terminal block connections and the power source.
NoteFor secure installations, surface mounted cables should be protected by
plastic or metal cable covers.
CautionInstallation must be performed by a qualified service technician. The
proper wire gauge for the distance and number of cameras must be
determined to maintain 12 VDC/24 VAC at each camera.
CautionWhen powering the camera from 24 VAC, a UPS source should be
CautionConnect power either from a 24 VAC/12 VDC source or CAT5 Ethernet
Connecting Alarms
WARNING!Do not exceed the maximum rating of 12 VDC, 0.5 A on alarm
The network camera has one alarm input and one alarm output available to connect to
peripheral devices (Figure 2-4).
considered to ensure satisfactory performance.
connector (PoE); never both at the same time.
output connections.
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Figure 2-4Alarm Connections
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
ALARM
Connect mechanical or electrical switches to the alarm input connection to allow
event-triggered recording. When alarm inputs are configured, the camera triggers an alarm
only when the normal state (open or closed) changes (see Figure 2-5). See Device Settings
on page 37 to configure the alarm inputs.
The network camera has a LAMP setting which allows control of the moving IR cut filter
when there is a change in state from Normally Open to Normally Closed (see Device
Settings on page 37 for more information). In this way, the moving IR cut filter and the
day/night operation of the camera can be synchronized with external lighting changes
using a common controller such as a photocell or timer.
Figure 2-5Normal Alarm States
Normally opened
Normally closed
Connect external devices such as sirens or flashing lights to the alarm output connector to
signal users of the camera that an alarm is activated. See Figure 2-6 for alarm connection.
Figure 2-6Alarm Output Connection
–
+
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
ALARM
+
Out
–
In
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The alarm output can be configured to provide normally open or normally closed contacts
(see Device Settings on page 37 to configure the alarm output). Contacts will be rated for
12 VDC @ 0.5 A.
Connecting Audio
The network camera supports bi-directional audio. There are two supported voice band
channels that function in full duplex mode. The camera can transmit audio from the camera
to the client (PC) using any audio source that provides an industry standard line level input
(3.5 mm jack). The camera can also receive audio from the client (PC) and provide an
industry standard line level output (3.5 mm jack) suitable to connect to audio devices. Audio
input and output have 600 Ohm impedance. See Audio Settings on page 40 to configure
audio options.
Restore Factory Defaults
Your network camera has a Factory Reset switch on the side of the camera (see Figure 2-1).
Use this switch to restore your camera options and passwords to their default settings. Use
a pin or straightened paperclip to press and hold the Reset switch for three seconds.
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Configuring Network Settings
The Honeywell IP Utility is used to provide the network connectivity for the network
camera system. The IP Utility automatically discovers Honeywell IP devices on the
network and enables you to configure the device settings. Using the IP Utility, you can
configure the IP network settings, name the camera(s), upgrade the firmware, and
change the user passwords of the device.
Preparing the Honeywell IP Utility
To perform the tasks required to discover the network cameras and configure their
settings, you must first install the IP Utility. After installing and logging on you can set the
passwords for users in order to control access to the IP Utility.
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NoteBefore installing and using the Honeywell IP Utility, make sure that your
System Requirements
The Honeywell IP Utility should be installed on a work station that meets the following
minimum requirements:
Table 3-1PC Minimum System Requirements
ComponentRequirement
Operating SystemWindows
ProcessorIntel® Pentium® IV, 3.0 GHz or faster
RAM512 MB or higher
Web BrowserMicrosoft® Internet Explorer®, V6.0 or later
camera is connected to your network through an Ethernet cable (see Network
RJ-45 Ethernet Connection on page 17).
®
2000/XP®
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Installing the IP Utility
NoteYou must have Windows administrator privileges for the work station on
To Install the IP Utility
1.Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive and the Honeywell IP Utility InstallShield
wizard appears.
OR
If InstallShield does not begin automatically, use Windows Explorer to navigate to the
CD drive and double-click Honeywell IP Utility Setup.exe.
2.Follow the steps in the InstallShield wizard.
3.Click Finish to close the InstallShield wizard and complete the installation process.
4.Once the installation is complete, a Honeywell IP Utility icon () appears on your
desktop. Double-click the icon to launch the IP Utility.
which the Honeywell IP Utility is being installed.
NoteIf Bonjour is not detected on the target computer then it will also be installed
Uninstalling the IP Utility
The IP Utility can be removed:
•Using the Start menu
•Using the Control Panel
NoteWhen removing the IP Utility, you are given the option to uninstall Bonjour
Removing the IP Utility Using the Start menu
1.Click Start, and then choose All Programs ➤ Honeywell Video Systems ➤ EQUIP
Series
appears.
2.Click Yes. The IP Utility is removed.
during the IP Utility installation.
with the IP Utility.
➤ IP Utility ➤ Uninstall Honeywell IP Utility. A confirmation message
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Removing the IP Utility Using the Control Panel
1.Click Start, and then choose Settings ➤ Control Panel. The Control Panel window
appears.
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2.Open Add or Remove Programs and then select Honeywell IP Utility in the Currently
installed programs list.
3.Click Change. The IP Utility Installation Wizard screen appears.
4.Click Next, and then click Remove. The Honeywell IP Utility is removed.
5.Click Finish to close the wizard.
Once installed, the IP Utility provides two default users: Administrator and Guest. When
using the IP Utility to access a device on the network, only one Administrator can connect
to a specific device at a time, however, as Guest users are limited to viewing network
settings, there are no such restrictions. The following table describes the roles and
privileges for these users:
Table 3-2User Roles and Privileges
User RolePrivileges
Administrator•View the list of devices available on the network
Guest• View the list of devices available on the network and
Logging On to the IP Utility
To Log On to the IP Utility
1.Click Start, and thenselect Programs ➤ Honeywell Video Systems ➤ EQUIP
Series
OR
Double-click on the desktop. The logon screen appears (Figure 3-1).
➤ IP Utility.
• Connect to the devices
• Configure the IP network settings
• Upgrade the firmware version
• Change the password for the IP Utility application
• Change the password for the Web-Client applications
• Only one Administrator can be logged in at a time
• Can enable/disable a device’s Web-Client
their system settings, such as IP address
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2.From the Username list, select Administrator or Guest.
3.Type the case-sensitive Password and click . The Honeywell IP Utility appears.
Figure 3-1IP Utility Login Screen
NoteThe default Administrator password is 1234 and the default Guest password
is guest.
Changing the User Password
To Change a User’s Password
1.Click Start, and then select Programs ➤ Honeywell Video Systems ➤ EQUIP
Series
OR
Double-click the IP Utility icon () on your desktop.
2.The logon dialog box appears (see Figure 3-1).
3.Click Change Password. The IP Utility password dialog box (Figure 3-2) appears.
Figure 3-2IP Utility Change Password Dialog Box
➤ IP Utility.
Passwords are
hidden and replaced
with '*' characters.
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4.Select the Username.
5.Type the current password in the Old Password field.
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6.Type the case-sensitive New Password, and then re-type the password in the Verify
Password field.
7.Click Apply. The password is changed.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
The user interface of the Honeywell IP Utility provides access to network configuration and
user settings through the Title bar, Discovery pane, Tabs and Status bar (see Figure 3-3).
Figure 3-3IP Utility User Interface
The About menu on the Title bar
provides info on which version of
software is being used.
Discovery icon
Limited or No
connectivity
The Discovery pane lists
the IP devices found on the
network and enables the
user to connect to them.
From the System tab, network
settings can be edited and
firmware upgrades performed.
The Status bar indicates which user is logged
in, how many devices have been found on the
network, and the status of the connection and
operations performed after connecting.
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IP Camera Network Configuration
Discovering Devices
When you log on to the IP Utility, the devices on the network—including the devices on
other subnets—are automatically discovered and listed in the Discovery pane. After the
initial discovery, auto-refresh continues to discover devices that are newly added or
removed from the network.
You can also manually refresh the device discovery by clicking the Discovery icon (),
located near the top of the Discovery pane.
NoteThe Multicast protocol needs to be enabled in the LAN (router/switch) to
discover the devices beyond the subnet.
NoteContact your network administrator if you have any questions regarding your
Connecting to Devices
Before configuring the IP network settings, you must connect to the IP device.
To Connect to a Device
•In the Discovery pane, double-click the device.
OR
•Select the device and click . The network settings for the connected device are
displayed in the System pane.
To Disconnect from a Device
•In the Discovery pane, select the device, and click .
NoteWhen you see the Limited/No connectivity icon (), you cannot fully
local area network (LAN) or any other network related issues.
connect to the device because of network related issues. Check your network
settings to resolve the issue.
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Configuring IP Network Settings
The IP network setting details such as device name, IP address, and subnet mask can be
configured for each connected device.
Updating IP Network Settings Automatically
To update the IP network settings of a device automatically:
1.In the Discovery pane, select the device and click .
2.On the System tab, select Obtain an IP Address automatically. Enter the Device Name.
3.Click Apply. The available IP address, subnet mask and default gateway are assigned
to the device from the network server automatically.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
NoteWhen you obtain an IP address automatically, the network supplies the
camera with a DHCP address. If no DHCP server is present in the network,
the camera will default to an APIPA address (169.254.x.x).
Updating IP Network Settings Manually
To configure the IP network settings of a device manually:
1.In the Discovery pane, select the device and click .
2.Click the System tab.
3.Make sure the Obtain an IP Address automatically check box is not selected.
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4.Under IP Network Setting, enter the following details:
Table 3-3IP Network Setting Options of the Device
OptionDescription
Obtain an IP Address
automatically
Device NameThe name of the device
MAC AddressThe preset, unique MAC address of the device is used to
IP AddressThe IP address of the device on the network
Subnet MaskThe subnet mask value of the device on the network
Default GatewayThe default gateway address that connects the device to
NoteChanging the network (IP) settings except for the Device Name will cause the
device to restart.
CautionCheck the values for the IP network settings before applying them.
Incorrect values might cause a failure when connecting to the network
camera.
This option must NOT be checked to assign a static IP
address to the device.
identify specific devices.
the static network.
5.Click Apply. The network settings are updated and a message appears in the status
bar, confirming the update.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
Figure 3-5IP Network Settings Obtained Manually
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Upgrading the Firmware
To Upgrade the Firmware of the Network Camera
1.Check www.honeywellvideo.com/support/downloads/downloads_cam.html and find
your camera in the list. Click the firmware link to download the file.
2.In the Discovery pane, select the device to upgrade and click .
Figure 3-6IP Utility Firmware Upgrade
3.Click Upgrade Firmware. Follow the upgrade wizard steps to complete the upgrade.
4.Click OK when the upgrade is complete. The device is rebooted. It takes about 3
minutes to complete the upgrade process.
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NoteThe network camera rebooting after the upgrade will result in a temporary
loss of connection with the camera.
Launching the Web-Client Application
You can open individual Web-Client applications for each discovered device from the IP
Utility. To launch the Web-Client application:
1.From the Discovery pane, select the device you want to launch and click .
2.From the System tab, click Launch Browser. The Web-Client application of the
selected network camera opens in Internet Explorer.
NoteTo enable or disable the HTTP server, select or clear the Enable HTTP
Server check box. By default, the check box is enabled.
3.Select the user name and enter the password to log on to the application.
NoteYou can also launch the Web-Client application by opening your web browser
and enter the URL (network camera IP address) in the Address bar.
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Changing Web-Client Application Password
The IP Utility enables you to change the password for the network camera Web-Client.
To Change the Password of the Web-Client Application
1.Select the device from the Discovery pane and click .
2.Click the Users tab.
Figure 3-7Changing Web-Client User Passwords
3.Select the Username.
4.Type the Old Password.
5.Type the case-sensitive New Password and then re-type it in the Verify Password
field.
6.Click Apply. The password is changed.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
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IP Camera Web-Client
Overview
The network camera Web-Client is a web-based application that enables you to view
video, listen to audio, and configure camera and sabotage detection settings for the
network camera.
NoteCertain features of the IP Camera Web-Client are user-based and are
available only to the administrator. Guest users are limited to the Live View
tab. Only one Administrator can be logged on at a time, while up to four Guest
users can logon at the same time.
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User Profiles
The following table describes the roles and privileges for the network camera Web-Client
application users:
Table 4-1User Roles and Privileges
User RolePrivileges
Administrator• View video and network settings
• Configure the alarm settings
• Set up the video compression and audio settings
• Configure auto exposure and white balance for
the camera
• Set up camera sabotage detection settings
• Only 1 Administrator can be logged in at a time
Guest Operator• View video
• Up to 4 Guests can be logged in at a time
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Accessing the IP Camera Web-Client
First Time Setup Requirements
Live images can be viewed from an internet browser with the Web-Client interface. An
ActiveX® control must be downloaded to your computer before you will be able to view
video. The security settings on your browser may need to be modified to allow ActiveX
controls to be downloaded. Configure your browser security settings as follows:
1.Open Internet Explorer on your PC.
2.On your web browser, select the Tools drop-down menu, then Internet Options.
3.Select the Security tab (see Figure 4-1).
Figure 4-1Internet Options
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4.Select Internet and click the Custom Levels security button.
5.Scroll down the list to the ActiveX controls and plug-ins options and enable all
ActiveX control functions on the list (see Figure 4-2):
•Download signed ActiveX controls
•Download unsigned ActiveX controls
•Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe
•Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins
•Script ActiveX controls marked as safe for scripting
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Logging On
6.Click OK on the Security Settings dialog box.
7.Select Local Intranet and click the Custom Levels security button.
8.Scroll down the list to the ActiveX controls and plug-ins options and enable all
ActiveX control functions on the list (see step 5).
9.Click OK on the Security Settings dialog box.
10. Click Apply, then OK on the Internet Options dialog box.
NoteOnly 1 Administrator user and 4 Guest users can log on to the Web-Client
application at one time.
To log on to the Web-Client
1.From the IP Utility, see Launching the Web-Client Application on page 29.
OR
From Internet Explorer (v6.0+), enter the URL (IP address of the device) in the
Address bar to display the logon screen (Figure 4-3).
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Device URL in the
address bar
Figure 4-3Logon Screen
2.Select either Administrator or Guest from the list, enter the case-sensitive password
and press Enter.
NoteThe default password for the Administrator is 1234 and for the Guest user it is
guest.
3.The Web-Client appears.
Installing Honeywell IP (ActiveX Plug-in)
If this is the first time you’ve logged on, you may have to install the Honeywell IP ActiveX
control. If the InstallShield Wizard opens (Figure 4-4), click Next and follow the rest of the
InstallShield Wizard instructions to complete the installation. When the installation is
complete, you will observe live streaming video.
NoteIf you are using the Web-Client on a PC that does not have the Honeywell IP
Utility installed, the Honeywell IP Adapter will be installed along with the
Honeywell IP ActiveX. The Honeywell IP Adapter is required to run the
Web-Client application.
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Figure 4-4Honeywell IP Installation (ActiveX Plug-in)
Logging Off
To log off from the Web-Client application, click Logout at the top of the page. The Logon
screen appears.
Uninstalling Honeywell IP (ActiveX Plug-in)
1.Click Start, and then choose Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears.
2.Double-click Add or Remove Programs and then select Honeywell IP from the
Currently installed programs list.
3.Click Change/Remove to remove the component.
4.Follow the Uninstallshield wizard instructions to completely remove the application.
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Navigating the User Interface
The user interface of the Web-Client application consists of multiple user-friendly views
organized by functionality. Access to the views is user controlled.
Table 4-2Tabs/Views in the Web-Client Application
TabEnables you to...
Live ViewView video.
Device InformationView the network settings and firmware details of
the camera. Configure the alarm settings.
Click a Tab to
display the
corresponding view.
Compression
Configure the compression and audio settings.
Settings
Camera SetupConfigure auto exposure and white balance for
the camera.
Video AnalyticsConfigure the camera sabotage detection
settings and view video display.
Figure 4-5Web-Client: Administrator User
The URL corresponds to the
camera IP Address as
configured in the IP Utility.
Screens are divided
between the current
video display and the
configuration options
associated with the view.
The menu bar displays which user
is logged on and provides a link to
log out of the application.
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Figure 4-6Web-Client: Guest User
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Logging on as a Guest limits users
to Live View functionality only. See
Live View for more details.
When an alarm is detected,
an alarm message appears
here to notify an operator.
Live View
Live View provides the user with the ability to view live video as currently viewed by the
camera (see Figure 4-5 and Figure 4-6).
Device Settings
The Device Settings view mirrors the information that is available in the Honeywell IP Utility.
It provides network and firmware settings without having to access the IP Utility.
The device Alarm Settings are also configurable in this view. Set the Alarm Input as
Normally Open, Normally Close, LAMP (HCD554IP/X only) or Disable. When alarm
inputs are connected, the camera triggers an alarm only when the normal state (open or
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closed) changes. The LAMP setting allows control of the moving IR cut filter and day/night
operation to be synchronized with a common controller. See Connecting Alarms on page
18 for more information.
Connect external devices such as sirens or flashing lights to the alarm output connector to
signal users of the camera that an alarm is activated. Set the Alarm Output as Normally Open or Normally Close. The camera triggers the alarm output only when the normal state
(open or closed) changes. See Connecting Alarms on page 18 for more information.
When an alarm input event is detected, an alarm message appears on the Web-Client
screen (see Figure 4-6) to notify the operator.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
Figure 4-7Device Settings
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Compression Settings
The video signal sent to the Web-Client from the camera has a number of settings that can
be edited which effect the video as it’s displayed in the Web-Client. The Compression
Settings view enables you to configure settings such as Resolution, Frame Rate and Picture
Quality.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
Figure 4-8Compression Settings
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Some of the settings are
inter-dependent and the
options available will
vary accordingly.
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Compression Settings
The quality of the video displayed can be configured as needed using the Compression
Settings. Use the following table to set up video compression.
Table 4-3Compression Settings
SettingOptionsDescription
Resolution4CIF, 2CIF, CIF4CIF is the highest resolution and CIF is the lowest resolution.
Frame Rate1 –30The frame rate that is displayed per second. For NTSC, select from 1 fps
(lowest) to 30 fps (highest). For PAL, select from 1 fps (lowest) to 25 fps
(highest).
PriorityQuality, Bit RateChoose the Priority selection based on user requirements. If you select
Quality, Target Bit Rate is greyed out and Picture Quality is activated. If
you select Bit Rate, Picture Quality is greyed out and Target Bit Rate is
activated.
Picture QualityBest, Better, GoodWhen Quality is selected as the Priority, select the Picture Quality as
Good (lowest visual quality), Better, or Best (highest visual quality).
Target Bit Rate
(kbps)
GOP (No. of
Frames)
400–5000 kbpsEnter the Target Bit Rate in kbps (kilobits per second) which represents
1–100Select the GOP (Group of pictures) number from 1 to 100.
Audio Settings
Camera Setup
the amount of data processed per second.
The network camera supports bi-directional audio. There are two supported voice band
channels that function in full duplex mode. Connect industry standard line level audio input
and output to the back of your camera. See Connecting Audio on page 20 for more
information.
Audio configuration for your network camera is straightforward. To listen to or capture audio
from the camera, enable the Camera to Client (PC) check box (). To listen
to audio from the client (PC), enable the Client (PC) to Camera check box.
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The Camera Setup view provides access to the settings used to configure the camera
functionality. The following section explains Auto Exposure and White Balance setup.
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NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
Figure 4-9Camera Setup
Auto Exposure
The camera lens, lighting and true day/night options can be configured as needed using
the Auto Exposure settings. Use the following table to set up Auto Exposure options.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
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Table 4-4Auto Exposure Settings
SettingOptionsDescription
ELC (Electronic Light
Control)
ALC (Automatic Light
Compensation)
AGC (Automatic
Gain Control)
BLC (Backlight
Compensation)
Flicker LessOff, OnEliminates the “flicker” that can appear in an image under certain
Day/NightAuto, Manual On,
Detect Time5–60 secondsSets the time (5– 60 seconds) before the camera switches to Day or
DayToNight1–7Determines the low light detection level (1–7) when the camera
Auto, Manual
Shutter Speed:
1/60 –1/100000 (NTSC)
1/50–1/100000 (PAL)
DC Iris Level: 1–25For an automatic iris lens. Adjust the DC Iris Level until the image is
Off, 10 dB–30 dBAdjust the maximum value of AGC gain. AGC can be Off, or set from
Off, Low, Mid, HighPrevents the object in the center of the image from darkening when
Manual Off
For a manual iris lens:
Auto: Camera will perform electronic exposure automatically.
Manual: Adjust the iris by changing the shutter speed manually.
neither too bright nor too dark.
10 dB–30 dB.
there is excessive light from behind.
lighting conditions (for example, fluorescent lighting).
Set the moving, mechanical IR filter within the camera to ensure true
24 hour surveillance (HCD554IP/X only).
Night mode after detecting a low light condition.
Day/Night must be set to Auto.
switches to Night mode. The lower the value, the darker the lighting
conditions before the camera switches.
Day/Night must be set to Auto.
Note The DayToNight threshold must be set at least 2 less than the
NightToDay threshold setting.
NightToDay3–9Determines the low light detection level (3–9) when the camera
switches to Day mode. The higher the value, the brighter the lighting
conditions before the camera switches.
Day/Night must be set to Auto.
Night ModeB/W or ColorSets the color mode as B/W (monochrome) or Color in Night Mode.
Day/Night must be set to Manual On.
White Balance
White Balance ensures that color integrity is maintained in the camera image by
compensating for the temperature color “casts” that different light sources can cause. Use
the following table to set up White Balance options.
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NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
Table 4-5White Balance Settings
OptionDescription
Video Analytics
ATW (Auto Trace White
Balance Mode)
User FixedPreset (4700°K)
AWC Auto (Auto White
Balance Control Mode)
FluorescentFor office environments with fluorescent or tungsten
MWB (Manual Mode)Manual white balance mode. Set the Red and Blue gains
IndoorGeneral indoor scenes preset (3200°K).
AWC Manual (Auto White
Balance Control Mode)
OutdoorPreset for outside environments and high-contrast scenes
Feedback system that automatically aligns the white
balance (2800°K to 8000°K).
Performs faster action than ATW mode without an operating
range. When set to Auto, AWC operates all the time.
lighting. Provides the lowest dynamic range of all presets
(4200°K).
from 0–255.
Operates AWC mode manually. When the AWC operation
starts, click Lock to set the present scene’s white balance.
where the camera is focused on the darker areas (6300°K).
The network camera can be configured to detect three types of sabotage detection via the
Video Analytics view (see Figure 4-10): blinding the camera, blurring the video display, and
tampering with the camera field of view. Alarm messages appear above the video display
when camera sabotage is detected (see Figure 4-11).
The user must note that when the following conditions are applicable, the tamper detection
features must be manually disabled to avoid raising false alarms:
•during the configuration of the video display
•while text is overlaid on the video
•if the video display becomes too dark
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Figure 4-10Video Analytics
Each Tamper Detection
Setting provides 3
threshold levels: High
(80%), Medium (50%)
and Low (30%).
Video Blurring
Figure 4-11Video Analytics Message
The video appears blurred when the camera is exposed to elements such as water. When
this occurs, video blurring in the field of view is detected and shows an alarm message (see
Figure 4-11) above the video display. To detect video blurring:
1.Click the Video Analytics tab.
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2.In the Blur Threshold list, select one of the following options:
Table 4-6Blur Threshold Values
ValueTo detect ...
High (80%)Maximum video blurring. The alarm message appears when
the video display is blurred by 80% and above.
Medium (50%)Medium video blurring. The alarm message appears when
the video display is blurred by 50% and above.
Low (30%)Minimum video blurring. The alarm message appears when
the video display is blurred by 30% and above.
3.Click Apply.
NoteTo turn off video blur detection, select Disable in the Blur Threshold list.
Disable is the default value.
Camera Blinding
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
An obstacle in front of the camera lens can blind the camera. When this occurs, camera
blinding is detected and shows an alarm message above the video display (see
Figure 4-11). To detect camera blinding:
1.Click the Video Analytics tab.
2.In the Blinding Threshold list, select one of the following options:
Table 4-7Blinding Threshold Values
ValueTo detect ...
High (80%)Maximum blinding. The alarm message appears when the
camera is blinded by 80% and above.
Medium (50%)Medium blinding. The alarm message appears when the
camera is blinded by 50% and above.
Low (30%)Minimum blinding. The alarm message appears when the
camera is blinded by 30% and above.
3.Click Apply.
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NoteTo turn off camera blind detection, select Disable in the Blinding Threshold
list. Disable is the default value.
NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
Camera Field of View Change
The Web-Client application can detect tampering of the camera field of view and show an
alarm message above the video display (see Figure 4-11). To detect a camera field of view
change:
1.Click the Video Analytics tab.
2.In the Scene Change Threshold list, select one of the following options:
Table 4-8Scene Change Threshold Values
ValueTo detect ...
High (80%)Maximum change in the camera field of view. The alarm
message appears when tampering causes 80% and above
change in the camera field of view.
Medium (50%)Medium change in the camera field of view. The alarm
message appears when tampering causes 50% and above
change in the camera field of view.
Low (30%)Minimum change in the camera field of view. The alarm
message appears when tampering causes 30% and above
change in the camera field of view.
3.Click Apply.
NoteTo turn off camera field of view change detection, select Disable in the Scene
Change Threshold list. Disable is the default value.
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NoteYou must click Apply for your changes to take effect. If you close the screen
before clicking Apply, all your new settings will be lost.
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Technical Support
Prior to calling Honeywell technical support, refer to the following topics for possible
solutions to problems with your network camera. To contact the Honeywell Video
Systems technical support team, call 1-800-796-2288 (North America only) or send an
e-mail to HVSsupport@honeywell.com.
Any equipment returned to Honeywell Video Systems for warranty or service repair must
have a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number must be
clearly marked on all return packages and internal paperwork.
A
Problem: Web-Client Does Not Display the Expected Video
Possible solutions:
1.Ensure that your web browser settings have been configured to allow ActiveX
controls (if you see the message in Figure A-1, your web browser settings have not
been configured). See First Time Setup Requirements on page 32 for information on
setting up your browser.
Figure A-1ActiveX Control Failed Message
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If your internet security settings are set to “Prompt” you to install ActiveX controls, you
may see a warning similar to Figure A-2. Click Install to install the ActiveX control. See
Installing Honeywell IP (ActiveX Plug-in) on page 34 for the installation procedure.
Figure A-2Install Unknown Software Prompt
2.Ensure that the network cable from the camera is connected to both the camera and
the network.
Problem: Cannot Connect to a Device
When the following message (Figure A-3) displays in the status bar of the IP Utility, your
device connection is limited. Usually this warning state indicates that your PC and the
device you are connecting to are on different subnets. Contact your network administrator
for help to resolve your network issue(s).
Figure A-3Limited or No Connection Message
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Specifications
NoteThese specifications refer to all models, except where otherwise noted.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.